SMXi Software blog

GiftAider March 2021 Release

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The latest version of a specialist sector platform has just been released. This introduces a few changes that we think will make it even easier for you to use when using your sector-specific compliance Software to upload claims to external authority. We have changed the operation of a specialist sector platform so that the claim data does […]

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Is it time for a System Upgrade?

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As your organisation grows and changes, then a system upgrade will be needed to assist in that growth.  If you are finding that things are not as efficient as you suspect they could be, it might be time to take a long, hard look at your current softsare systems and consider what’s working and what […]

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Is your software up to scratch?

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So many organisations invest in software, but don’t always end up with systems that do what’s needed. This might be because: The company has outgrown the capability of a particular software There are several systems, which aren’t all compatible Someone in the company who sold the software didn’t ask the right questions Someone in your […]

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No Distractions

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When working from home it is easy to fall prey to the many distractions that the internet and social media puts in our way. As much as we like to think we have our routine pegged down and self-control in abundance it is easy to instantly react to that Facebook notification or that WhatsApp message. […]

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Getting the most out of your home broadband

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With so many people working at home you may find that your WiFi is feeling the strain especially if you’re competing for bandwidth with your partner and kids. One way you improve this is to use your ‘ring main’ as a network, which is known as a powerline network. What you need Powerline adapters are […]

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Protect your brand from ‘creative’ team members

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Most organisations have a dusty document (or a pdf file) somewhere that outlines their brand guidelines. Given that the development of your brand takes time, effort – and doesn’t come cheap, it’s important that all that investment pays off. The Marketing Department should be familiar with how your logo appears, it’s relative size, positioning, background […]

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5 reasons why you should be using a CRM system for your business

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If your business involves communication with customers, a CRM system (or customer relationship management system) is bound to be vital in reaching your goals. With the ability to manage all communications and details related to both existing and potential customers, there are loads of reasons why a CRM system is important for your business. Learn […]

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When technology succeeds

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This is a quote that we used in out original brochure, it was true then, it’s true now. “IT (information technology) is both the cause of problems and the source of solutions, but is not the magic touchstone. Its implementation is by people, its utilisation is by people, the ultimate arbiters of success or failure, […]

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The Ritterman Building at Middlesex University

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I was recently invited to have a gander at the new £18m Ritterman Building at Middlesex University which provides astate-of-the-art teaching facility for technology and design. Environmental sustainability is at the heart of the Ritterman building as part of the University’s commitment in reducing our environmental impact. Sustainable features include solar panels, a bio-diverse green […]

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