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Polishing the industry's image
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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Despite efforts to polish its image at the Planet 2010 expo, the telecommunications industry continues to grapple with a tarnished public perception.
Planet 2010 – planning for the future
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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TIG board shows ambitions for a big and bold telecommunications show in New Zealand to engage and transform society.
Regulation is a fact of life
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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Vodafone NZ's Stanners talks regulation, collaboration, and competition while eyeing the future with tech advancements and challenges.
The $1.5 billion question
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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NZ commits to a £1.5 billion Ultra Fast Broadband network, boosting access for 75% of homes, schools and workplaces within 10 years.
A little goes a long way
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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Trimming unnecessary expenses and shopping around for service plans can significantly cut costs and boost savings.
Web access – and censorship – growing
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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As New Zealand sees a surge in internet use, global concerns over web censorship grow, spotlighting the crucial balance between access and freedom.
TCF structure queried by chair of numbering deed
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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Richard Rowley challenges the TCF's governance, saying it favours big players over a fair industry environment.
Unencumbered networks
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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Story and interview with Robin Hartendorp, GM for Central Government of SparkDigital and is responsible for delivering a high level of service.
Surviving the winter
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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As winter chills bite, contact centres like Mercury Energy brace for a surge in calls and employee absenteeism, revealing a crucial focus on staff wellness.
On the front line of connectivity
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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How are councils using technology, and connecting their citizens? Louis van Wyk takes a look at the local government sector.
Fishing in an ever-decreasing talent pool
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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As ICT demand spikes, firms struggle in a dwindling talent pool, turning globally to fill critical roles in a competitive job market.
Today Takapuna... tomorrow the world
Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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Ex-Vodafone exec Mark Rushworth spearheads Pacific Fibre to link NZ and the US with a new cable, aiming to bring the world closer to New Zealand.
Datacraft wins NZTE contract
Mon, 29th Mar 2010
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Datacraft will supply the New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) with its telecommunications services for the next three years.
NZ Hi-Tech Awards finalists named
Fri, 26th Mar 2010
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35 finalists have been announced for the awards that recognise excellence in the New Zealand hi-tech industry.
Emergency code may not cover VoIP customers
Thu, 25th Mar 2010
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Minister urges telcos to adopt a 111 code that overlooks VoIP users, raising concerns for emergency service accessibility.
XT doesn't cover 97% of the population - Gen-i
Thu, 25th Mar 2010
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Gen-i admits Telecom's XT Network falls short of its 97% coverage promise, impacting New Zealand's connectivity aspirations.
Joyce urges telcos to sign up to 111 code
Wed, 24th Mar 2010
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ICT Minister Steven Joyce is urging telco providers to sign up to an industry code on emergency calling, following a recent 111 outage.
TeamTalk accuses TCF of immoral behaviour
Mon, 22nd Mar 2010
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TeamTalk CEO David Ware has accused the Telecommunications Carriers Forum of using their influence to bully the industry and cover up immoral behaviour.
Another Vodafone exec exits the building
Mon, 22nd Mar 2010
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Vodafone NZ sees another top exec departure, with Networks GM Mike Davies leaving amid a wave of high-level exits.
Woosh brings back the Joy
Fri, 19th Mar 2010
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Woosh defies setbacks, revitalises its fixed line plans with unique data caps, outstripping competitors and redefining connectivity.