Taking the digitisation plunge

Jul 21 2021

The DESI (Digital Economy & Society Index) highlights that 41% of enterprises in Malta have high to very high levels of digitisation which is well above the 26% EU average.

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The future Tech.mt envisages is digital, and our team is well placed to assist local businesses get all the help and assistance they need on their digital journey.

Think about the end game!

…how?

Today’s technological tools can help businesses become more efficient & adaptable, making the shift to digital a natural step for businesses. The good news is that once new processes are in place, the advantages frequently outweigh the short-term problems of the transitional phase.

When you’re ready to scale up your technology usage, you can look into several areas:

Productivity

There are several productivity solutions available to help you enhance your business’s efficiency, allowing you to get more done and, perhaps, raise your income.

· Digital dictation can help you expedite your work procedures, especially if your company requires a lot of time-consuming transcription work.

· Create a digital filing system to make it easier to sort, save, share, and find documents.

· Develop an efficient email management process that makes it easier to stay on top of the flow of messages.

Financial

· Use an online invoicing service to reduce the costs of collecting payment from customers.

· Use online budget tracking to keep on top of and reduce your expenses.

· File your taxes more efficiently online.

· Create a new income stream by selling your products online.

Marketing

Digital Marketing can help you advertise your company more effectively by simplifying operations and improving cooperation across various marketing channels.

· Use social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest, YouTube, etc. to promote your business, products, and services.

· Collect email addresses through an opt-in form and start utilising the power of email marketing.

· Promote your business with a website and/or online advertising.

Collaboration & Learning

Today’s technology makes it easier to organise teams and train them to be more productive.

· Conduct teleconference calls to make sure team members in different locations are on the same page.

· Expand your knowledge and empower your team with online business training.

· Share files and data on the cloud.

· Communicate quickly and clearly with your team through team messaging.

Customer Service

· Improving your relationship with customers

· Use social media to conduct customer service.

· Allow clients to schedule appointments online at their convenience.

· Use online surveys and questionnaires to get customer feedback.

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Posted by Malta Daily on Monday, 5 July 2021

Tech.mt has a huge responsibility in pushing the reset button and looking at how to create an economy which is based on digital resilience and digital innovation.

What is Tech.mt’s role in this regard?

· Pointing you in the right direction.

· Assisting you in applying and attaining the right funding.

· Helping you shift from offline methods to online.

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Shopping mall plans by Pama downscaled

Jul 21 2021

The proposed plans to extend the PAMA shopping complex in Mosta for a new mall has been downscaled. It was reported that the new access to the shopping complex will be added due to the present entrance from Pantar road posing a safety risk. PAMA is proposing an entrance further up the road for better visibility for vehicles, as Transport Malta ordered the relocation. The entrance will go through the ODZ site where the new, two-story mall is also being proposed.

The Environment and Resources Authority objected to the plans to build a 7,600sq.m underground mall topped by a roof garden. PAMA will be limiting above-ground development to footprint of a disused marble factory, with underground parking and storage levels restricted to the building’s yard. The rest of the land will be kept as an agricultural area, with a tunnel link connecting the shopping call with the supermarket.

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Photo Source: Malta Chamber of Commerce

New EU ruling allows employers to ban religious dress at work

Jul 21 2021

The European Union’s highest court’s ruling permits employers to ban people from wearing religious dress. The ruling addresses cases brought forth by two Muslim women in Germany who were suspended from their workplaces after they wore headscarves at work. The court’s ruling stated that a ‘prohibition on wearing any visible form of expression of political, philosophical or religious beliefs in the workplace may be justified by the employer’s need to present a neutral image towards customers or to prevent social disputes.’

The ruling was heavily criticised by Turkey as a ‘clear violation for religious freedoms.’ The Turkish Foreign Ministry stated that the ruling was a sign of rising Islamophobia at a time when Muslim women in Europe are being subject to increasing discrimination. The court however states that such restrictions are not discriminatory as long as they apply equally to all expression of religion or belief.

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Photo Source: Reuters, The Independent

Half of Australians back in lockdown and increasingly angry

Jul 21 2021

Around 13 million Australians – approximately half the population – have to endure new lockdown rules despite the rising anger at the decision. As Australia fights to mitigate the spike of the COVID-19 virus, a third state, South Australia, joins Victoria and New South Wales in lockdown. Australia reports the worst rate in terms of vaccination – with just 14% having received the jab. Sydney and Melbourne, the country’s two biggest cities, also face uncertainty over reopening.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison was criticised over the slow vaccination rate, despite him citing how Australia kept overall infections well below many nations and only recording 915 deaths. He compared this to the UK’s registering of 90 deaths in a single day despite the country’s full-blown easing of restrictions. Residents fear lockdown could extend into September, as they are only allowed to exit their homes for essential reasons such as exercise and shopping.

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