Author: Stuff Business

Have you seen paper disappearing from your workplace? Of course you haven’t. The idea of the “paperless office” that is free of printers was pie in the sky, more of a hope and a dream than something grounded in reality. The practicalities of running any business dictate that SMEs still own and operate at least one printer, even in 2023. Because no matter how far technology has come, it seems that someone, somewhere, will inevitably want a physical copy of a digital document. And that’s why we’ve put together this quick guide for anyone in the market for a workplace…

A little while back we published a story about good laptops below R5,000. The short answer is that there are no good laptops below R5,000. Following on from that we’re now going to look at affordable laptops that are, in fact, good. Even for use inside a business. As you’ll see, to get something truly decent you’ll need to spend more than R5k. Fortunately, you won’t need to spend a lot more. Before we explore the affordable laptops you should consider, here is some general laptop-buying advice. When shopping, these are the base-line components to be looking for: Processor: Intel…

It’s sad that we’re still writing this in 2023, more than fifteen years after the load shedding crisis first hit South Africa, but here we are with yet another article on putting a “load shedding survival kit” together for your business. It probably won’t be the last, either, because somehow the literal national emergency can’t be fixed despite having thrown billions of rands in its direction and despite there being a hundred different ways they could actually solve the issue for good. None of this is anything you don’t already know, so let’s get on with survival the article. First…

We spend a lot of time using our browsers at work, but many of us aren’t using them to their full potential. Extensions are small plugins that enhance browser functionality, and they can do all kinds of productivity-enhancing things, from remembering passwords to helping you with your grammar and spelling. Here are five incredibly useful extensions that can potentially help you get even more done in a day. Note: These are all Chrome-compatible extensions, so they will work with any Chromium-based browser. LastPass We all use so many different internet services these days, and each one requires a password. And…

In today’s digital landscape, where data is the lifeblood of business, businesses face an ever-increasing threat: ransomware. These sneaky but super-effective cyberattacks can paralyse businesses completely, locking away valuable data and demanding hefty ransoms for its safe return. But fear not, brave entrepreneurs! We’ve gathered the ultimate arsenal of tips and tricks to help you fortify your digital defences and keep your data safe. The Shield of Vigilance Cybersecurity starts with a proactive mindset. It might sound obvious, but to stay ahead of the game you need to regularly update your systems, software, and security. Treat your network like a…

When setting up a business, one of the most important decisions every business owner must make is whether to rent their business equipment or buy it outright. This choice is an important one, as it has implications for the business’s financial management, operational flexibility, and long-term sustainability. It is a decision that should not be made lightly. To help out any business owners who are currently mulling this over, let’s take a look at both approaches and offer some food for thought on each. Benefits of Renting Cost Savings The biggest appeal of renting is, first and foremost, that it’s…

We’re sure you’ve heard all about the rise of artificial intelligence lately, and you might be wondering if any AI-based solutions are mature enough yet, and if so how you could leverage them in your business. The good news is that yes, mature (and highly useful) AI tools are starting to crop up all over the place, so we went looking for business-focused AI-based services and solutions; here are some of the most useful-sounding ones we found. Krisp.ai – AI-based noise-cancelling for meetings About the only thing anyone enjoyed about our recent global pandemic was the forced shift from working…

We’re sure you’ve heard all about the rise of artificial intelligence lately, and you might be wondering if any AI-based solutions are mature enough yet, and if so how you could leverage them in your business. The good news is that yes, mature (and highly useful) AI tools are starting to crop up all over the place, so we went looking for business-focused AI-based services and solutions; here are some of the most useful-sounding ones we found. Krisp.ai – AI-based noise-cancelling for meetings About the only thing anyone enjoyed about our recent global pandemic was the forced shift from working…

Having access to files stored in the cloud is incredibly handy for businesses. It gives workers the flexibility to work on their files no matter where they are, it lets them transfer big files, and it even lets them work on documents together with their coworkers and clients, live. And while there are plenty of services to choose from, it can be tough to know which could suit your needs best. So we’ve rounded up some of the most popular ones in the hopes that our information helps you make an informed choice if you aren’t already using one. OneDrive…

Having access to files stored in the cloud is incredibly handy for businesses. It gives workers the flexibility to work on their files no matter where they are, it lets them transfer big files, and it even lets them work on documents together with their coworkers and clients, live. And while there are plenty of services to choose from, it can be tough to know which could suit your needs best. So we’ve rounded up some of the most popular ones in the hopes that our information helps you make an informed choice if you aren’t already using one. OneDrive…