Rewired: 10 tips to scale your startup

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Xero Accounting Software

Run your business and access your accounts from work, home or on the go. Invite others to view your accounts and provide valuable real-time advice. Keeping your data completely secure even if your computer is lost or stolen. These are all great benefits that the right accounting software can provide your business.

Mi Solutions have over 20 years’ experience in accounting software and have dealt with all the main providers. We will work with you to find the best possible accounting solution for your business, ensuring all your accounting needs are met. If you want to know more just click the button below!

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Xero Training

With over 20 years’ experience in software installation, software training and software maintenance we are ideally placed to help you and your staff get the most out of your chosen software solutions.

Xero is an accounting software for PC, iPad & Mac. It is currently our most popular accounting software among our clients and we offer in depth training for your staff so they can successfully manage the software after we have installed and integrated it into your system. Xero allows you to easily manage & grow your business in the cloud and with over 2 million subscribers & counting it is fast becoming a market leader in the accounting software arena.

Xero is a the core accounting software for over 800 Apps to help you with anything from bill uploads, card payment, direct debits, job managements systems etc.

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Service M8 Job Management

With ServiceM8 you can easily simplify and streamline your business operations. Take control and work smarter from the client’s first call through to scheduling, quoting, job completion, invoicing and payment.

With a wide range of features allowing you to Manage jobs & staff, Quote & invoice on site, Capture signatures, Record notes, photos & videos, Complete PDF forms, Accept credit card payments, Sync with your accounting package and more besides.

MI Solutions can help you and your staff get up and running with ServiceM8 quickly and without fuss, as well as offering training and ongoing technical support for the application and any technical issues that may arise.

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Cloud Computing Solutions

Cloud computing is the delivery of computing services – servers, storage, databases, networking, software, analytics, intelligence, and more – over the Internet (“the cloud”) to offer faster innovation, flexible resources, and economies of scale.

Once seen as the future, cloud computing is now the industry standard approach to managing data due to it's many benefits when compared to traditional on site servers and physical storage.

Mi Solutions has it's finger on the pulse and is well placed to help you bring your business up to speed and into the cloud. Click the button below to see how you can benefit from migrating to the cloud.

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Consultancy

We look at your system, listen to your requirements and recommend the best fit software for your business ensuring the system is within budget and has the features you require. All free of charge!

Software Setup

Setting up a new system can be a headache, including importing opening balances, customers, suppliers, stock, bank data and setting up reporting structure. Don’t panic we’ll help you with this!

Software Training

Moving from one system to another for staff can be stressful. We carry out one to one training with your staff to put them at ease with the new system and ensure they don't have a melt down!!

Support & Maintenance

You need help? When you get up and running, there will be issues you come across that you can't manage to handle yourself. We’re here to help.

Rewired is a co-working space that houses some of New Zealand’s best and brightest small businesses that want to grow or expand globally. Nestled inside Xero’s Auckland office in Parnell, Rewired offers a co-working area for permanent, flexible or casual workers, as well as an event space, and support and mentoring from Xero.

Here are some tips from the residents of Rewired themselves, about how to grow your startup.

Create a flexible plan, assess your goals, opportunities and challenges. Keep referring to your business plan to guide decision making. This will make sure you’re considering the bigger picture and the impact of each decision on the business.
Get to know your customers. Go out and learn about their unique pain points, habits and what matters most to them. Use these insights to build customer profiles and tailor your plan to your target audience.
Hire the right fit for your company – culture as well as role. Don’t just hire anyone because you need the help. Attend events to network – you may be surprised how many people are looking for part time or contract work.
Create a healthy culture from day one. Define your values and ensure these are woven into every aspect of the business. Having a positive culture is key to hiring great people, and working as a team to grow the business together.
Keep updated on the competition as well as new developments in your industry. This helps to identify new opportunities and it keeps you motivated to grow your business. “We have to really try and anticipate what’s coming, so we can up-skill the team. We have to ensure we’re offering the best service so we don’t lose clients by being behind the curve.”– Ross Cockton, Limesharp.
Don’t be a jack of all trades at the expense of you or your business. Outsource as much as possible; if you are not an expert in law, or design – find someone who is. This means you are not paying someone full time for a part time job.
Build a network of people in other start-ups or in the industry who you can bounce ideas off and share tips with. For instance, sharing industry news and business hacks is a great way to learn fast even if it’s with online connections. “Surround yourself with people you can to learn from. Get out there and try to meet new people who you can share ideas and advice with.” – Hannah Wood, Little ‘Lato
Hire an intern. They are eager to learn by doing and can bring fresh ideas to your business. An intern will be happy to grow into the role as the company does, as they are new to the workforce – it is mutually beneficial.
Establish a strong advisory board. Find the right people who can guide your business and introduce you to opportunities and people that will help you scale the business. “It’s important to strategically choose people who can help grow your business and open doors, as well as give sound advice.” – Kristen Lunman, Hatch Invest
Don’t be afraid to go global and expand your business into new markets. Get involved with Kea Connect to meet the right people for your business. Kea Connect powered by Xero, fosters connections to a network of high-impact Kiwis around the world.