trade and construction Archives

New MYOB software for mid-market construction businesses

11th Dec, 2020 |
By MYOB Team

MYOB Advanced Construction Edition is designed specifically to help contractors and builders manage complex projects and budgets, with real-time visibility.

Construction industry update: A tale of two lockdowns

14th Apr, 2020 |
By Kellie Byrnes

This article examines the state of the construction industries across Australia and New Zealand, revealing stark differences as both face clear challenges to come.

Insight for business owners on navigating an economic downturn

25th Mar, 2020 |
By Benjamin Kluwgant

In this article, two entrepreneurs who owned businesses during the GFC share their insights on how to go about successfully navigating a downturn.

Cash flow management for businesses impacted by COVID-19

17th Mar, 2020 |
By Joe Kaleb

The novel coronavirus COVID-19 is causing businesses around the world to experience major falls in demand for their products and services, as well as labour shortages and supply chain disruptions. So what can you do to manage your own business’s cash flow at this time?

The rise of job management software for trades and services — ServiceM8 Q&A

18th Jul, 2019 |
By MYOB Team

Anyone who’s ever worked in trades and services would be familiar with the administrative problems associated with handling many small jobs with multiple clients. Luckily, modern solution providers like ServiceM8 have created a solution with job management software.

How tradies can use technology to get paid with less hassle

15th Apr, 2019 |
By Kellie Byrnes

As a tradie, you want to get paid faster to make sure your cash flow doesn’t become a trickle. Here are four tech tricks from Kellie Byrnes to help you start pumping money in.

4 tips for taking the stress out of being a tradesperson

27th Nov, 2018 |
By Kellie Byrnes

Anyone running a trades-based business knows it’s a stressful career path that can really take a toll. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t some simple things any tradesperson can do to make their work situation more enjoyable.

Finding a great bookkeeper or accountant for your tradie business

9th Nov, 2018 |
By James McGrath

As easy as it is to do your books with MYOB software, sometimes help is needed. Or maybe you’d rather relax with a cold one after a long day rather than spend time doing the books.

How to get maximum value from a trade show

7th Nov, 2018 |
By Kellie Byrnes

Whether you’re a tradie getting ready to have your own stand at a renovation show, or a builder or construction owner preparing to exhibit at a design, architecture, building and construction expo, it’s important to prepare and be strategic.