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[Over a third of SMEs are dealing with lay-offs in Australia: How do they manage offboarding?](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/3728/research-study-layoffs-in-australia) — 29/06/2023 — Laura Burgess — Business risks, such as economic downturn and over-hiring during the pandemic, may be behind some of the recent job lay-offs in Australia. But how many companies use offboarding strategies to handl... 2. [What is Software as a Service (SaaS)?](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/1779/what-is-saas) — 02/06/2023 — Anna Hammond, Laura Burgess — This article was originally published on 10/23/2020. In this article, Capterra answers the question what is Software as a Service (SaaS)? We look at the benefits of SaaS for both consumers and bus... 3. [Nearly two-thirds of Aussies are more likely to buy from a brand that partners with an influencer they follow](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/3681/research-study-influencer-marketing-australia) — 31/05/2023 — Laura Burgess — Influencer marketing can benefit businesses with small marketing budgets. Content creators with many followers may help brands they promote to drive sales results. But what do consumers prefer when... 4. [What is a mind map? (And how to get started)](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/1304/what-mind-map-get-started) — 18/05/2023 — Anna Hammond, Laura Burgess — This article was originally published on 13/02/2020 Brainstorming tools can help managers and employees to generate and share creative ideas. In this article, Capterra asks, what is a mind map? We... 5. [What is the future of live shopping in Australia?](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/3651/consumer-analysis-live-shopping-australia) — 15/05/2023 — Laura Burgess — Livestream shopping is already popular amongst social media users who purchase products online in China. But does live shopping have a future in Australia? Capterra surveyed over 1,000 online consu... 6. [Sales motivation: 8 expert ideas for managing a remote sales team](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/1555/sales-motivation-ideas-techniques-inspire-remote-sales-teams) — 11/05/2023 — Anna Hammond, Laura Burgess — This article was originally published on 27/05/2020  As many companies nationwide now use the hybrid working model, sales managers need to ensure motivation levels stay consistent in the team. Man... 7. [What are the pros and cons of the waterfall methodology?](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/3635/pros-and-cons-waterfall-methodology) — 04/05/2023 — Laura Burgess — The waterfall methodology is more than 50 years old. We ask whether it still has a place as a project management framework and what the benefits are for today’s small businesses. 8. [5 digital onboarding best practices for new remote employees](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/1658/digital-onboarding-best-practices-new-remote-employees) — 21/04/2023 — Laura Burgess, Anna Hammond — This article was originally published on 27/07/2020 Digital onboarding is the process of using tools and platforms to onboard and train new employees. In this article, Capterra outlines the digita... 9. [4 steps of a risk management plan](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/1958/the-importance-of-risk-management-in-smes) — 18/04/2023 — Laura Burgess — This article was originally published on 17/03/2021.  Without a risk management strategy, companies are less prepared to handle unforeseen incidents and weather any accidents. In this article, Cap... 10. [How to manage flexibility in the workplace using software](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/3587/flexibility-in-the-workplace-survey-Australian-SMEs) — 16/04/2023 — Laura Burgess — Flexibility in the workplace can include changes to employees’ work hours or location or even the four-day work week scheme that a few companies are introducing nationwide. Capterra interviewed nea... 11. [4-day work week: Australian workers want it, but expect companies to show resistance](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/3522/4-day-work-week-in-australia) — 03/04/2023 — Laura Burgess — This article was originally published on 14/03/2023 The four-day work week sounds simple enough; employees keep the same workload, salary, and benefits but work four days a week instead of at leas... 12. [10 effective workplace communication tips for managing remote teams](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/1465/effective-communication-tips-remote-teams) — 31/03/2023 — Anna Hammond, Laura Burgess — This article was originally published on  29/04/2020 Companies require effective workplace communication, especially in the digital age, as many employees work hybrid or remotely. In this article,... 13. [7 ways to monitor staff performance without crushing employee morale](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/1851/nonitor-staff-software-without-crushing-employee-morale) — 22/03/2023 — Laura Burgess, Anna Hammond — This article was originally published on 04/03/2021 In the post-pandemic workplace, business leaders are responsible for managing hybrid teams, which includes monitoring the actions of employees w... 14. [How to implement sustainability in construction](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/3529/how-to-implement-sustainablility-in-construction) — 17/03/2023 — Laura Burgess — Green building is a current trend in the construction industry, and businesses may want to adopt the initiative and contribute positively to the environment. This article examines the steps compani... 15. [5 Top free travel agency software and their key features](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/3531/top-free-travel-agency-software) — 17/03/2023 — Ojasvini — Whether you’re a travel company startup or just transitioning into using a different travel agency platform, understanding and knowing which software would work best for your business can be substa... 16. [What are the challenges for Australian SMEs implementing business sustainability practices?](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/3489/climate-change-challenges-in-business-sustainability-australia) — 28/02/2023 — Laura Burgess — The Australian government has committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions to 43% below 2005 levels by 2030 in the global fight against climate change. But what sustainability challenges are SMEs... 17. [The do’s and don’ts of email marketing](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/3493/the-dos-and-donts-of-email-marketing-australia) — 28/02/2023 — Laura Burgess — Email marketing is a fast and cost-effective way for businesses to reach and retain more customers. In this article, Capterra shares tips on what to include and avoid when creating an effective mar... 18. [Climate change strategies: What actions are Australian companies taking?](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/3461/climate-change-strategies-in-Australia-for-SMEs) — 15/02/2023 — Laura Burgess — Capterra’s survey of 255 local companies reveals that most Aussie firms worry about the impact of climate change on their business. What measures are companies taking to reduce their carbon footpri... 19. [4 Most popular fleet management software in Australia](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/3419/popular-fleet-management-software-australia) — 31/01/2023 — Laura Burgess — Fleet management comes with a list of responsibilities that can be a challenge for smaller businesses to keep track of, from driver performance, vehicle maintenance to fleet safety and fuel waste c... 20. [Software trends: Insight into the buying behaviours of Australian firms](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/3399/software-trends-and-buyers-behaviour-australia) — 29/01/2023 — Laura Burgess — In this article, Capterra looks at the software buyer behaviours of Australian companies for insight into the buying priorities and preferences of company decision-makers. How might buyer experienc... 21. [Tech trends 2023: What are the top investment priorities for Australian firms?](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/3375/latest-tech-trends-in-australia-2023) — 18/01/2023 — Laura Burgess — Capterra surveyed over 250 local companies about their business goals for the coming year to gain insight into the possible tech trends of 2023. How much do Australian companies plan to spend on te... 22. [Is the metaverse the future? 52% of Australians are interested in trying it](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/3282/research-study-is-metaverse-the-future-australia) — 27/12/2022 — Laura Burgess — Metaverse platforms and augmented reality technologies have the potential for companies to take the customer experience to the next level. But how do consumers feel about shopping and socialising i... 23. [How to manage workplace health and safety risks](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/3310/how-to-manage-workplace-health-and-safety-risks) — 20/12/2022 — Laura Burgess — Everyone has the right to a safe working environment, and employers in Australia must ensure that their workers are not put at risk. But how can safety management software help? 24. [eCommerce trends: Is metaverse shopping the next big thing?](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/3300/ecommerce-trends-australia-the-metaverse-shopping) — 15/12/2022 — Laura Burgess — Virtual shopping is the next step for the retail industry, with big-named brands, such as Nike, Louis Vuitton, and Samsung, already offering enhanced digital shopping experiences via virtual realit... 25. [7 most popular tools for email marketing in Australia](https://www.capterra.com.au/blog/3304/most-popular-tools-for-email-marketing-australia) — 15/12/2022 — Laura Burgess — Email marketing campaigns are an important way to gain consumer interest. 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