Entries by Neil Hodgson

The ‘Cloud’ without a silver lining

There are numerous cloud suppliers including firms like Microsoft, Amazon, Apple, Xero, One Net, Spark etc. The list is huge and ranges from giant companies to quite small, niche operators. It’s estimated that by 2019 83% of data traffic will be cloud based (currently it’s at 65%).

What to Say When #4

My employee has said he won’t be coming in on the Tuesday but I need him to work. He is a permanent employee who normally works on a Tuesday. What can I say?

Airbnb – sleepless insurance risks

Many New Zealanders are using accommodation websites such as Airbnb, Bookabach or similar to host guests in their homes for a little extra income or to assist with mortgage repayments. However, inviting strangers into your home can bring added risks, and insurers, and brokers alike, are encouraging property owners to make sure their home is safe and protected when listed.

Zoom Consulting

Business Systems Software Specialist and Consultant Emily Thompson is a business systems and software superstar. Using Xero accounting software and other add on software platforms, she can design a software solution for your business, implement the systems, then train you and your staff. She supports businesses within the Nelson/Tasman region and throughout New Zealand with […]

Personal Grievances – When a Win is actually a Loss

A recent personal grievance case between Philipa Johnson and the National Business Review (NBR) resulted in a win for the employee, which actually ended in a financial loss for her when all was said and done. The Employment Relations Authority determined the employee was unjustifiably dismissed. However, the sting in the tail for the employee […]