SME Gateway Pty Ltd

Like many, SME Gateway's staff are swapping their keyboards for surfboards (or similar), to recharge ahead of a big 2025. We recognise the grit, determination, and excellence of SME Gateway's network through the past year. We hope you too recharge by enjoying a relaxing and safe Christmas break. Thanks for your ongoing support, and we look forward to winning further government work together next year.

Question: How qualified are our SME members? Answer: A tally of qualifications held by Australian SMEs who have joined us in 2024 (remember, we've been in business for twenty years now) shows: 50x Vocational Certificates 134 x Diplomas 322 x Bachelor's Degrees 135 x Masters Degrees 21 x Doctorates So, when you want highly committed AND highly qualified professionals for your next project, select SME Gateway.

We are showcasing our membership capability at the Defence 'Parari 2024 Australian Explosive Ordnance Safety Symposium' from Tuesday 19th Nov to Thursday 21st Nov at the National Convention Centre in Canberra. Please stop by if you're attending this event focussed on a growth industry. https://www.parari.org/

The Commonwealth Department of Finance recently sought comment on how an Australian Business should be defined for the purposes of Commonwealth Procurement. SME Gateway lodged a submission which ran to several pages, but in short, we have proposed that any definition of an Australian Business for the purposes of Commonwealth Procurement should include the following essential criteria: Must hold an ABN. Must operate a physical office in Australia. At least 50 % of the parent company’s headcount must be Australian citizens or residents. At least one Director must be an Australian citizen and resident. Must pay tax in Australia and meet the ATO definition of ‘carrying on an enterprise’ in Australia If you’re interested in making your own submission you only have until 5pm AEST tomorrow (25 October). A link to Finance’s review is here: https://lnkd.in/g8VEPZhk

Defence Connect is surveying industry about their experiences with 'large defence contractors'. Have your say before the 1st of November and be a chance to win a prize by completing their survey:

There's just enough time to respond to the Australian Government Department of Finance's public consultation on the definition of an Australian Business for Commonwealth procurement - help shape the thinking by visiting the Department's website.

Cyber resilience is important to any business in 2024 - especially for Defence industry. If you're in Canberra on Monday 28th October then consider attending this free presentation from experts on the topic. https://lnkd.in/gqS8Vecx

It's Small Business Month in NSW during October with many interesting and free resources. There's still a lot to choose from, including marketing, business planning, industrial relations, and more that could help improve your business performance, or lessen some of your concerns. https://lnkd.in/gqYdBhGv

The Government is developing a definition of an Australian business for use during Commonwealth procurement. The Department of Finance’s consultation paper provides an overview of the Commonwealth procurement framework and how they might use an Australian business definition within this context. We encourage the small-medium business community to comment on the proposed definition by 5pm on Friday 25 Oct at https://lnkd.in/g8VEPZhk

That's a wrap at Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition. Definitely successful and plenty of fresh ideas to propel us forward. We'll be in touch soon with our visitors to build upon our discussions. Thank you from our whole team.