
3D Printing
Gartner, a research company that tracks technology trends, says worldwide 3D printer sales will grow 75 percent in 2014. Furthermore, the number of units shipped will almost double the year

Gartner, a research company that tracks technology trends, says worldwide 3D printer sales will grow 75 percent in 2014. Furthermore, the number of units shipped will almost double the year

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Gartner, a research company that tracks technology trends, says worldwide 3D printer sales will grow 75 percent in 2014. Furthermore, the number of units shipped will almost double the year after.Until now specialist companies have dominated the market for 3D printers.HP, which has sold high 3D machines since 2010, says it plans to enter the low-end 3D printer market next year and that’s likely to make the technology far more accessible to smaller companies.You don’t need to buy your own 3D printer, local bureaus offering pay-per-print services are starting to spring up. It could even be an opportunity worth following up if you’re quick.Expensive 3D printers costing many thousands of dollars have been around for the past two decades, in

Shareholders always want a seat on the board. But if you do this right it will be better for your company, shareholders and you, says veteran angel investor Bill Payne.

When it comes to employee training it’s often a case of too many choices; so little budget. And relevance is key.

Smart new online technology is having a major impact on payroll delivery. Owner managers can now fully integrate payroll into business management.

Rose & Thorne is proof that it is possible to successfully break into a mature industry and grow with minimal capital. But it takes a truckload of purpose and innovation.

Heart Saver NZ is a community-centred business quickly gaining market share, thanks to the passion and skills of owners Mike and Helen Mander.
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