Solomon Islands: small businesses, big potential
Micro, small, and medium enterprises are the engine of many economies. In the Solomon Islands, they hold the key to a more prosperous future.
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Trust distributions – The problems that may arise
Trust distributions – The problems that may arise
The widespread use of trusts in Australia is well documented and listening to talkback radio I hear the common view that trusts are used to avoid...
Technology for accountants: a competitive advantage
Technology for accountants: a competitive advantage
This kind of undercutting has slashed the profit margins on compliance work and is forcing firms to look to other revenue streams. Some...
Can software generated reports really help accountants build a business advisory service?
Can software generated reports really help accountants build a business advisory service?
SME business owners, on the other hand, tend to be action people – numbers, for them, are often just too abstract to make sense of.If you ask...
How to develop a succession plan
How to develop a succession plan
Planning for succession in your accounting firm may seem like a monumental task. But with the average age of public practitioners now well over...
How the law of disclaimer is relevant for SMSFs
How the law of disclaimer is relevant for SMSFs
The recent Administrative Appeals Tribunal decision of Alderton and Commissioner of Taxation [2015] AATA 807 serves as an important reminder on...
Bring on 2016
Bring on 2016
In January our advocacy activities also kicked off for the year with the preparation of our pre-budget submission. Many elements of our...
An incredible way to stay up to date
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...
From bean counter to strategist, a bright future for accountants
From bean counter to strategist, a bright future for accountants
and future business needsStereotypical accountants, as depicted by Charles Dickens’ novels, appear hunched lifelessly over their desks adding and...
Outsourcing for accountants – is it worth it?
Outsourcing for accountants – is it worth it?
We’ve seen the impact of digital disruption in almost every industry. It has a ffected traditionalbusiness models and prompted organisations to...
Digital by default
Digital by default
The government has set up a Digital Transformation Office as part of the push to make government agencies more agile and innovative. The aim is...
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