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How Spreadsheet Inefficiencies Are Costing Your Clients; and Why CPQ Is the Solution

Spreadsheets have long supported business operations, but are they now holding you back? From data entry errors to scalability issues, traditional spreadsheets are showing their age. As automation and integrated tools like CPQ solutions rise, how can these modern alternatives streamline your processes, boost accuracy, and drive growth?

Unlock the Benefits of Implementing a CPQ

Implementing a cloud CPQ system streamlines quoting, reduces errors, enhances customer satisfaction, and drives competitive advantage for businesses.

Elevating the Bar: Kendermar's Approach to Service and Efficiency

When inefficiencies started leading to supply chain disruptions for Kendermar, they needed a solution. So who did they turn to?

Hunting For Success with Bene Footwear

After two years of searching, Bene Footwear found their perfect solution. But what made it all worth the wait?

Elevating Efficiency: Tidy and TimeDock Lead the Way!

As Xero's countdown to their June "switch off" (forever) of WorkflowMax, Tidy continues to work with WFM users who have decided that TidyWork is the proven, trusted, replacement.

Innovation in Practice: A Call to Accountants in the Healthcare Sector

In the Bay of Plenty region, amidst New Zealand's sea-swept east coast, lie two organisations with a shared mission.

Climbing Higher - Q&A with Kevin Mann

CEO Kevin Mann and the Tidy team are aiming to climb higher this year along with their customers and partners. We talked to Kevin about how this company is moving upwards

Tidy opens for business in the UK

Tidy, a New Zealand based Xero Add-On Partner that provides project, job and inventory management solutions has recently opened their European HQ in the city.

Catching up with Tidy

Tidy just released their new website and a new partner programme. XU Magazine asks Kevin Mann, CEO of Tidy International for more details and if there are any new

SME managing projects, materials and stock? Cloud technology can boost your profitability.

When it comes to winning and managing profitable work, small and medium enterprises have the same challenges as the largest enterprises.

International trade? It's essential for business success and survival.

A company is more likely to succeed (11% more in the UK) if it does business abroad. We ask three different businesses about the opportunities offered by international trade.

When it comes to Managing stock and inventory, it pays to keep things tidy

Accurately knowing the value, availability and flow of stock is key to staying in control of your inventory and can make or break a business; your customer reputation and profitability.

Making New Year's Business Goals and Resolutions Last

Inevitably, each New Year brings about a new wave of forward planning ideas. For some, these are the beginning of significant personal changes and improvements. But, for many, their annual New Year resolutions last as long as it took to come up with them. In our first article of 2022, we discuss how to keep those New Year's resolutions goals.

The history of supply chains in manufacturing

A healthy, predictable supply chain is one of the most important dimensions of profitability in many manufacturing businesses, especially for those of a larger size. In its simplest form, the supply chain can be defined as being... Our first article for the month of December takes a look at the history behind supply chains and how they've developed over the years.

What is supply chain sustainability and why is it important?

Getting from A to B. A simple concept in theory, but one that has become increasingly complex in the context of the modern-day supply chain. In our second article for the month of December, we take a look at what supply chain sustainability is and why it's important.

The art of creating effective contingency plans in supply chains

Remember the Suez Canal blockage in March 2021? When the 220,000-ton Ever Given vessel grounded global trade to a halt for six days, causing billions worth of goods to be delayed across the globe. Our third article for December discusses the art of creating effective contingency plans.

What is business forward planning?

Although business forward planning itself has no formal definition, it can best be defined as the process of making plans to consider what is likely to happen or be needed in the future. Simply put, business forward planning is making plans for the future in the context of a business. Our second article for the year discusses what business forward planning is and why it's valuable for businesses

Why has technology been slow to fix the open wounds of the medical industry?

The adoption of modern technologies has always been a hotly debated topic amongst industry leaders when they're first introduced to the wider market. Tradition and history are common sticking points in delaying technologies' disruptive abilities. Our first article takes a look at some of the reasons why technological adoption has been so slow in the medical industry.

Benefits of shifting from on-premise to cloud-based software in the medical industry

The emergence of disruptive technological solutions, like cloud-based software, has created a dilemma for many key decision makers within the medical industry. For decades, on-premise software has been the preferred technological solution for medical practices. In our second article for February, we look at some of the benefits of shifting to cloud-based software.

Why Ford's business forward planning has them motoring ahead

When Henry Ford founded the Ford Motor Company back in 1903, few could have imagined the sustained success and impact that Ford vehicles would have around the world. In their 118-year history, Ford has emerged as a leading global automotive manufacturer. In our third article for the month, we look at how the business planning conducted by the Ford Motor Company has them in pole position for the future.

How Artificial Intelligence is empowering human-touch in healthcare

Historically, artificial intelligence (AI) has been viewed as a disruptive solution that would displace several jobs across a variety of industries. Whilst those fears are justified, the reality of the situation has changed over time as AI technological solutions have developed and matured, especially within the healthcare industry. Our third article for the month discusses how AI is empowering the human-touch aspects of the healthcare industry.

Colgate's bright forward planning is giving everyone more reasons to smile.

Not only is the word smile one of the longest words in the dictionary, but it's also the headlining title of Colgate's latest forward business plans. Following on from the success of the 2015-2020 people, performance, and planet strategy plan, Colgate have launched their 2025 sustainability and social impact plan. Our final article for January looks at Colgate's plans for sustainability.

What are the next big things in Healthcare?

What is the next big thing? Whether it be a new business venture, technological innovation, or emerging consumer trend, there's always been a significant value and attention placed on discovering the next big thing. Our final article for February takes a look at what some of the next big things within the Healthcare industry are.

Embracing financial processes to power a new future

In a company led by investors, how do you introduce processes that will feed growth and innovation, not stifle them? That was the challenge faced by the finance team at Fulcrum3D.

Unlock the Benefits of Implementing a CPQ

Implementing a cloud CPQ system streamlines quoting, reduces errors, enhances customer satisfaction, and drives competitive advantage for businesses.

Elevating Efficiency: Tidy and TimeDock Lead the Way!

As Xero's countdown to their June "switch off" (forever) of WorkflowMax, Tidy continues to work with WFM users who have decided that TidyWork is the proven, trusted, replacement.

Tidy's getting new icons

We're excited to say Tidy is getting a fresh look later this month. While Tidy is getting updated all the time, the look and feel has remained consistent while we focused on giving you more features and improving the functionality.

What's in an icon?

No, not sporting, musical, or political Icons. I'm talking about those graphical icons representing buttons we press to do something in the software we use.

Tidy loves GDPR!

With the GDPR coming into effect, we are confirming Tidy's compliance with GDPR. We did not, however, require legislation to tell us how to respect and protect your data.

How House of Science brings experiments and inspiration to New Zealand's classrooms

For many entrepreneurs, spotting a gap in the market fires a business idea. For Chris Duggan, it was her passion for science education.

Tidy becomes an Official Ambassador to New Zealand Governments International FernMark Programme

Tidy has been officially authorised to use the FernMark to represent the Kiwi origin of our products, as an ambassador and member of the FernMark Licence Programme.

Simplify and strengthen your security with 2-factor authentication

Security is top priority for many senior executives. With the growth and popularity of digital transformation, more and more businesses enjoy the benefits and convenience from technology. However, risks also come with the benefits, as businesses are largely exposed to a rich, yet extremely connected network.

Engineering change through changing times

Investment in technology and skills is key to survival in the ever-changing world of business. We spoke to family-owned engineering company F.V. Evans & Sons about how it has adapted to changing markets throughout its history and how always looking in new directions will help ensure future success.

Check supplier invoices quickly with EzzyBills and Tidy

Find out more about EzzyBills, the latest Tidy integrated app that makes it quick and simple to check supplier invoices and keep track of prices and stock levels.

Tidy's digital expertise to support health and wellbeing throughout New Zealand

Tidy joins New Zealand Health IT's mission to enable a healthier New Zealand through world class health and wellbeing led by digital technology.

Elevating Efficiency: Tidy and TimeDock Lead the Way!

As Xero's countdown to their June "switch off" (forever) of WorkflowMax, Tidy continues to work with WFM users who have decided that TidyWork is the proven, trusted, replacement.

From rock music photographer to helping businesses develop

Life on the road with Tidy Partner David Lloyd of Principality Consulting....

What makes a successful cloud consultant?

Robert King has gone from accountant to cloud integration consultant with his company Integration Kings. Now achieving significant success as a technology influencer.

Good Inventory Practices

Edward Fyvie, Tidy Partner, shares some handy information below on setting up your inventory to obtain the best benefits when using TidyStock.

Being a Tidy Partner

Edward became an official Partner with Tidy in 2017. This was an integral part of his consultancy business, 5e Management Services, where he offers consultancy services covering, effective strategy, innovation, productivity and sales, marketing and analysis advisory, and board advisory.

Work In Progress (WIP) - Valuable and Easy

This month we switch to a not so interesting but necessary and important accounting topic, the dreaded Work in Progress (WIP). This article will show how WIP can be easy and more importantly, very useful. WIP in a project environment can be messy, difficult, and time-consuming to nail down, however once set up will produce great results.

Effective Project Management

Tidy Partner, Edward Fyvie, shares his ‘Top Tips' for running a successful project.

Elevating the Bar: Kendermar's Approach to Service and Efficiency

When inefficiencies started leading to supply chain disruptions for Kendermar, they needed a solution. So who did they turn to?

Hunting For Success with Bene Footwear

After two years of searching, Bene Footwear found their perfect solution. But what made it all worth the wait?

Award winning Creative Agency, Superdream, boost their productivity and transparency

Superdream is a full service creative consulting agency where over 50 specialists combine their skills of PR, advertising, digital, social and creative to give their customers a larger share of the future.

What I've learned about Tidy customers in the past few months

How different businesses have reacted to COVID-19 challenges and how the values they've demonstrated will help ensure future success.

Gearing up for Success: From Orchards to Innovation - An Innovator with a Passion for Progress

Nestled in the heart of Te Puke, New Zealand, Fraser Gear Limited is a company that has been making waves in the Kiwifruit industry since its inception in 2000. The company has come a long way from its humble beginnings in a shed on an orchard.

Unlock the Benefits of Implementing a CPQ

Implementing a cloud CPQ system streamlines quoting, reduces errors, enhances customer satisfaction, and drives competitive advantage for businesses.

Elevating the Bar: Kendermar's Approach to Service and Efficiency

When inefficiencies started leading to supply chain disruptions for Kendermar, they needed a solution. So who did they turn to?

Elevating Efficiency: Tidy and TimeDock Lead the Way!

As Xero's countdown to their June "switch off" (forever) of WorkflowMax, Tidy continues to work with WFM users who have decided that TidyWork is the proven, trusted, replacement.

Innovation in Practice: A Call to Accountants in the Healthcare Sector

In the Bay of Plenty region, amidst New Zealand's sea-swept east coast, lie two organisations with a shared mission.

Climbing Higher - Q&A with Kevin Mann

CEO Kevin Mann and the Tidy team are aiming to climb higher this year along with their customers and partners. We talked to Kevin about how this company is moving upwards

Tidy opens for business in the UK

Tidy, a New Zealand based Xero Add-On Partner that provides project, job and inventory management solutions has recently opened their European HQ in the city.

Catching up with Tidy

Tidy just released their new website and a new partner programme. XU Magazine asks Kevin Mann, CEO of Tidy International for more details and if there are any new

SME managing projects, materials and stock? Cloud technology can boost your profitability.

When it comes to winning and managing profitable work, small and medium enterprises have the same challenges as the largest enterprises.

International trade? It's essential for business success and survival.

A company is more likely to succeed (11% more in the UK) if it does business abroad. We ask three different businesses about the opportunities offered by international trade.

When it comes to Managing stock and inventory, it pays to keep things tidy

Accurately knowing the value, availability and flow of stock is key to staying in control of your inventory and can make or break a business; your customer reputation and profitability.

How North Group's journey to the cloud has improved business insight and budget control

Pure cloud software continues to rapidly replace outdated on-premise and hosted applications. Gartner Research Vice President Milind Govekar, has said that as soon as 2019,

What makes a successful cloud consultant?

Robert King has gone from accountant to cloud integration consultant with his company Integration Kings. Now achieving significant success as a technology influencer.