Taking SME research to the next level

Taking SME research to the next level

extended for a further five years to create a dedicated research centre. The IPA-Deakin SME Research Centre will be located in the Faculty of Business and Law at Deakin University. The centre’s role is to issue briefings, policy papers and research with an SME focus....

Member benefits to support diversification

We are continually challenged by the processes of operating our everyday businesses, as the business environment surrounding us changes constantly. In a number of my reports in 2015, I urged members to consider their future business models. We know that technology,...
Innovation is the name of the game

Innovation is the name of the game

The IPA has long advocated for innovation, particularly within the SME sector as a means to lift productivity. There is a chapter in our Australian Small Business White Paper dedicated to this topic so we are very hopeful that the discussion becomes more...

An incredible way to stay up to date

I believe there was an excellent balance of academic content and social networking opportunities and I applaud the members for their smart decision to attend. The feedback indicates that everyone not only enjoyed themselves but gained many insights across a very broad...