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This information bought to you by business entry point in partnership with Federal,
State and Territory Governments.
Business Entry Point
E-Business
E-business is changing the way that people are doing business. By trading online
small businesses can save time and money, reduce overheads and gain access to
new markets and significantly increase profits. The federal and state and territory
governments offer information and services that will help you get your small business
online.
Federal Government
About Getting Started
AUSe.NET
The Australian Electronic Business Network, AUSE.net, is an independent, not for
profit organisation established by the federal and state and territory governments, in
partnership with industry, to encourage the use of electronic commerce among
Australia's small to medium sized enterprises (SMEs). You can download the
following guides on getting started with electronic commerce:
• How to buy a computer
• How to get connected
• How to set up a website
• How to get online with government
e-business guide
The e-business guide, comprising a website and booklet, has been developed to help
Australian small businesses embrace e-business. The website contains information
and resources about e-business for small businesses and for those who advise them.
The booklet provides an easy explanation of what e-business is, its benefits and what
is needed to start using the internet as a business tool.
e-business – Where to Start
The Department of Communications, Information Technology and the Arts is helping
Australian business with the uptake of electronic business processes, online services
and the internet. This webpage provides information about the first and most basic
steps in starting your business online.
Registering a Domain Name
If you intend to trade online, registering your website address (domain name) should
be an early step in implementing your business plan. The Department of
Communication, Information Technology and the Arts' e-business guide provides
information on getting a website name. Visit the .au Domain Administration Ltd
website, www.auda.org.au, for links to registrars and resellers, to confirm current
fees and options.
Staking Your Claim on the Web
This business guide can help you to understand the importance of a domain name to
your online presence as well as your rights and responsibilities when registering a
domain name.
Training – IT Skills Hub
IT Skills Hub provides information and resources on education, training, development
and services for employers and employees.
• IT Skills Hub – Links to University Courses
• IT Skills Hub – Links to available Tafe courses
• IT Skills Hub - Links to private IT training providers
Dealing with customers and Government online
Advice to Business
It is important for businesses to be aware of their rights and responsibilities when
advertising or transacting. This information from the Australian Competition and
Consumer Commission (ACCC) deals very broadly with some of the information that
businesses should be aware of when developing an online presence.
Ads.gov.au
www.ads.gov.au is a public site where information on public notices and government
tenders is available to the public free of charge. The site, together with
www.contracts.gov.au, comprises the Commonwealth Purchasing and Disposals
Gazette. The latter site contains information about government contracts and
standing offers that have been let.
AusTender
AusTender, the Australian Government Tender System, enables you to electronically
access selected federal government bidding opportunities.
Tax Offices Business Portal
The Business Portal is your entry point to the Tax Office's online services for
business. Access the portal via a secure link from Tax Office homepage to view
account transactions, request refunds and lodge certain activity statements, or
directly at the Business Portal.
Take advantage of a range of online services for business which are not only fast
and secure but also make it easier to comply with your tax obligations. Refer to the
Tax Office's Guide to online services for business for more information.
E-regulation
Best Practice Model and Tools for Business
To help businesses meet their legal and consumer obligations, the Government has
developed a model for best practice in electronic commerce.
Copyright
This Oz NetLaw fact sheet includes general information about copyright law (eg.
exceptions, infringements, penalties, copyright management best practice, licensing),
as well as IT specific topics (eg. ISP liability).
Legal Information for Business and Start-ups
In this section of Oz NetLaw's website you will find legal information on a range of
activities from developing a business website, e-commerce and conducting an ISP
business to dealing with government online.
Privacy IT and Internet Issues
This part of the Federal Privacy Commissioner's website looks at topical IT and
internet issues that may affect the privacy of individuals.
Privacy – Use of Customer Information
Oz NetLaw's website explains limits on the use of customer information and how the
new privacy laws establish the National Privacy Principles as minimum privacy
standards for the private sector including small businesses.
Grants and Other Assistance
Business Enterprise Centres
Business Enterprise Centres (BECs) are located in city and country areas throughout
Australia to assist you to expand your existing business or explore new business
ideas.
Free Technology Consultancy Service for Small Business
INDUSTRY TECHLINK is a federal government initiative delivered by AusIndustry
through its Backing Australia's Ability program. This service provides small and
medium size enterprises with access to technology consultants who can help identify
the technology best suited to their unique situation and improve their business
performance.
Information Technology online (ITOL) Grant Program
ITOL is a federal government grant program administered by the Department of
Communications, Information Technology and the Arts. It is designed to accelerate
the national adoption of business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce solutions,
especially by small to medium enterprises, across a broad range of industry sectors
and geographic regions.
Internet Assistance Program
This website enables you to test your dial-up internet connection against a
benchmark of 19.2kbps. If your internet speed is 19.2kbps or better, you will be given
general tips on how to optimise your internet connection. If your internet speed is
slower than 19.2kbps, you will be given step-by-step instructions on how to adjust
your modem and computer settings for optimal speed.
Importing and Exporting
Austrade Exporting online
Austrade's Exporting online website gives advice on starting up online including
making your website relevant, tips and potential pitfalls and legal issues to consider.
eMarkets and eBusiness
eMarket Services makes it easier for companies, particularly small and medium-sized
companies, to use electronic marketplaces for international business. eMarket Basics
provides information about e-business tools and electronic marketplaces.
Security
Trusting the Internet
This publication is aimed at helping Australian small and medium businesses
understand the key issues of internet security - when browsing a website, sending
emails, conducting e-commerce transactions, dealing with government agencies
online and conducting e-business activities.
State and Territory Governments
South Australia
E-Business Support
The Department of Trade and Economic Development's E-Business support
programs encourage the effective use of e-business and information technology
within the South Australian business community.
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