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Platinum builds IT platform with PlanTech

... enhance the practice management and business effectiveness of our advisers. "At a time when adviser and practice productivity is under increasing pressure the breadth and ease of use of the PlanTech solution made this a very easy decision," says Hills. ...

BT magnifies new advice business

... solutions and support, Magnitude will work collaboratively with successful, established practices t further improve productivity, profitability and value by increasing efficiencies and assisting to develop and expand business opportunities," adds Spi ...

Ageing population places more fiscal pressure on the Government

The Productivity Commission enquiry into the economic consequences of Australia's ageing population released today has predicted an increase in fiscal pressure for all governments within the country the next 40 years. The report forecasts expenditure ...

Zurich names new head of corporate super

... Management and Life general manager Barry Tomkinson stating the company had been considering how it could lift the productivity and efficiency of its corporate superannuation offerings. Malzard has 11 years experience in financial services and has worked ...

Higher interest rates ahead

... should suffice provided credit growth continues to moderate, wage pressure remains modest and in line with underlying productivity growth and capacity constrains in the product and labour market begin to ease with higher investment spending and training," ...

Mercer proposes lower taxes on super and a rise in pension age

... the problems presented by the aging workforce. The suggestions have been made as part of the firm's response to the Productivity Commission's Draft Report in to the Economic Implications of an Aging Australia. Mercer recently conducted a survey showing ...

NAB confirms UK commitment despite expected loss

... ongoing investment. "As part of our change strategy, we are aiming for significant reduction in our cost base, improved productivity, higher volumes of new business and improved customer and staff satisfaction," she said. According to Peacock, Clydesdale ...

Future ageing population needs funding now

The Productivity Report on Ageing Australia has emphasised the need to address the financial ramifications of the countries ever increasing ageing population. The report predicts the Australian economy will experience a double blow by the financial ...

NAB wins from advice driven financial planning

National Australia Financial Planning (NAFP) has achieved a 26 per cent increase in revenue and an average productivity gain of 21 per cent since implementing their new advice focused business model in April 2003. NAFP have reaped the rewards from introducing ...

Financial illiteracy prevalent

... the financial well being of its employees. His theory is the more financially strong the employees the higher the productivity and profitability of the company. The poor financial literacy of consumers is most evident in their attitudes towards superannuation ...