Happy New Year!

It would be easy to say that things can only get better, but I really do think that we are going to see signs of improvement shortly - despite the gloomy forecasts I seem to see every day!

And every cloud has a silver lining. The Crunch has brought about some very important changes in perspective in some very influential areas. SME's are finally starting to get the recognition, attention and help they deserve - and that recognition and attention, and those services, will survive when the Crunch is history.

There's still a long way to go - but the ball is rolling down the hill, and it's gathering momentum all the time. I hope and believe that new technology, new ideas, and new attitudes will make 2010 a better year for all SME's who take full advantage of all of them.

I wish you a happy and prosperous New Year and a brighter future. If you've survived thus far, you've earned it!