Small businesses will get practical support to strengthen performance and seize growth opportunities, with a new Government-backed training initiative announced at the New Zealand Chamber of Commerce conference.
Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing Cameron Brewer said that in his engagement with businesses across the country, he heard the need for support to manage disruption, strengthen resilience, and plan with confidence.
“That is why today I am announcing a new package of fully funded business resilience training for small and medium enterprises,” he said.
The funding will support businesses in improving preparedness, strengthening continuity planning, and reducing vulnerability to disruption.
Brewer said he was committed to fixing the basics and building the future, and that’s why it is important to ensure small businesses have the support they need to grow, compete, and succeed.
Delivered through the Regional Business Partner Network (RBPN), this training will include online webinars and in-person workshops across the country, providing practical tools without the cost barrier. This work complements the existing support available through the RBPN.
The initial focus will be on practical tools to manage change and strengthen business continuity planning, giving businesses skills they can apply straight away.
Rolling out from now until August, the programme will upload online content so businesses can access support on demand, available free of charge to eligible small and medium enterprises.
“In Business Continuity and Resilience Awareness Week, and in a more uncertain and volatile world, being prepared for disruption is no longer optional - it is part of building long-term business success.”
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