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Collaboration and technology key to more sustainable supply chains

A report produced by EY in association with the UN Global Compact shows that leading companies are creating more sustainable supply chains that deliver significant business benefits by increasing collaboration with suppliers and making better use of new technology.

Aug 12, 2016

ACCC warns businesses time is running out to review their standard form contracts for unfair contract terms

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission Deputy Chair Dr Michael Schaper says that he is concerned that many sectors remain unprepared for changes coming into effect in November when existing unfair contracts provisions for consumers are extended to include small businesses.

Aug 11, 2016

ASIC review of handling of confidential information

An ASIC review of risks related to the handling of confidential information and conflicts of interests, particularly in the provision of sell-side research and corporate advisory services, has found that most firms have policies and procedures in place to deal with these risks. However, there…

Aug 10, 2016

Right mix of skills critical for Australia’s STEM graduates

Professional Scientists Australia warns it is critical that highly-qualified Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths graduates have the right mix of technical and non-technical skills as they enter the workforce.

Aug 9, 2016

Former Kleenmaid director found guilty of fraud and insolvent trading

A former director of Kleenmaid, Bradley Wendell Young, on Friday was found guilty on 18 charges arising from the collapse of the national whitegoods distributor, following a 71 day trial.

Aug 9, 2016

WA councils to become small business friendly

The Western Australian local governments which are effectively engaging and supporting their small business community will be recognised under a new initiative.

Aug 9, 2016

Impact investing central to family business philanthropy

Nearly half of family businesses surveyed use impact investing as part of their philanthropic activity, and larger family businesses tend to engage in more philanthropic activities than smaller ones, according to a new report from the EY Global Family Business Center of Excellence.

Aug 9, 2016