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Australian SMBs Lose 22 Hours Weekly to Payment Delays

9/25/2025

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Summary

Story summary

A 2025 study by Global Payments and Ezidebit shows Australian SMBs face payment challenges.
SMBs lose 22 hours weekly to payment admin, harming cash flow.
One in six payments are late; over half face delays.
Only 20% have consolidated providers, though 93% would consider it.
Masseh Haidary, CEO, urges unified payment systems. Ezidebit offers 110+ integrations to improve cash flow.

History

Historical Context

In 2010, the Australian government initiated the National Broadband Network to improve digital infrastructure, aiming to bolster business efficiency. However, a 2025 study by Global Payments revealed that small and medium-sized enterprises still face significant payment delays, with one in six payments arriving late. Streamlining payment systems could enhance operational efficiency and financial stability for these businesses.

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Story summary

A 2025 study by Global Payments and Ezidebit shows Australian SMBs face payment challenges.
SMBs lose 22 hours weekly to payment admin, harming cash flow.
One in six payments are late; over half face delays.
Only 20% have consolidated providers, though 93% would consider it.
Masseh Haidary, CEO, urges unified payment systems. Ezidebit offers 110+ integrations to improve cash flow.

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