Spam legislation bites in Australia

I just noticed this decision of the Federal Court to fine Clarity1 $4.5M and the director Wayne Mansfield $1M.  Clarity1 were found guilty back in April, it seems, but the penalty was only decided today.  This all relates to offences between April 2004 and April 2006.  It seems on the surface to be good to …

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Outlook and Groupwise Connector

It is no secret that BDO Kendalls has a Novell network in place.  We also use Groupwise for our email and calendaring solution.  Unfortunately, when you go looking for software that integrates into email – e.g. APS, document management systems – the stunned look on the salesman’s face when you mention you use Groupwise instead …

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Improving reporting efficiency

Today I presented to 142 of my closest friends at CPA Congress on the topic of ‘Implementing systems for improved reporting efficiency’, and I believe the presentation delivered upon what was promised. At any rate, no-one threw anything sharp and pointy at me during the presentation, so I am going to consider that a positive …

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More CPA Congress – in Brisbane

Today I am fortunate enough to be giving a presentation for CPA Congress in Queensland on ‘Implementing Systems for Improved Reporting Efficiency’.  As usual with these things I am a bit late in preparing my presentation and associated workbook.  My excuse for tardiness and pracastination, such as it is, is that we have had sick …

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