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Aussie government's digital transformation deadline looms
Digital Transformation

Aussie government's digital transformation deadline looms

Adoption of the government's new Digital Service Standard amounts to a major IT transformation that should be planned for, not rushed.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Aug 2015

Global Stories

Helping your students become successful in business
EduTech

Helping your students become successful in business

By becoming familiar with the business essentials now, students will be set up for business success in the future.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Sep 2015
Artificial Intelligence is on the horizon – are you ready?
Data Analytics

Artificial Intelligence is on the horizon – are you ready?

As AI looms, a new report urges Kiwi businesses and individuals to prep for a future where machines may outthink humans.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Sep 2015
IBM lands AU$450 million ANZ partnership
IBM

IBM lands AU$450 million ANZ partnership

IBM and ANZ forge a £450m tech alliance, aimed at propelling innovation and enhancing banking experiences for the digital age.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Sep 2015
TeamTalk annual earnings slump 53% in 'tough year'
Unified Communications

TeamTalk annual earnings slump 53% in 'tough year'

In a challenging year, TeamTalk's annual profits plummet 53% amid falling sales despite their optimistic outlook for the future.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Aug 2015
Cyber attacks target tourist hot spots
Wireless Networks

Cyber attacks target tourist hot spots

SSL description was the most common type of attack at hot tourist destinations, while Android devices are more likely to be exposed than iOS.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Aug 2015
Millennial demands drives massive change in business
Data Analytics

Millennial demands drives massive change in business

In order to attract and retain the future workforce, businesses of today must focus not just on products and profits, but people and purpose.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Aug 2015
Digital transformation is here, are you ready?
Health Technologies

Digital transformation is here, are you ready?

No industry is immune from digital disruption and failure to look at changes in other industries and innovate may put your business at risk.

By Heather Wright • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Aug 2015
Small business owners embrace mobile tech
Unified Communications

Small business owners embrace mobile tech

Over 80% of UK small business owners tap into mobile tech daily, reshaping operations and blending work with leisure, says Manta report.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Aug 2015
Asia Pacific to lead the world in mobile payments
Marketing Technologies

Asia Pacific to lead the world in mobile payments

Mobile payments are poised for explosive growth in Asia Pacific, driven by a high number of initiatives and diverse mCommerce maturity levels.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Aug 2015
Xero targets Aussie customers with OzForex Group partnership
Fintech

Xero targets Aussie customers with OzForex Group partnership

The partnership is in line with the OzForex's Accelerate Strategy to focus on wholesale opportunities that leverage the company's payments engine.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Aug 2015
NetSuite's new channel manager focuses on 'micro-verticals' and time to value
Fintech

NetSuite's new channel manager focuses on 'micro-verticals' and time to value

A focus on partners and industry-based solutions is the name of the game for NetSuite's new channel manager Graeme Burt.

By Anthony Caruana • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Aug 2015
Spark launches Morepork, it's first move into the smart home market
Unified Communications

Spark launches Morepork, it's first move into the smart home market

Spark has launched its smart home security system, Morepork, which allows users to monitor and control their home from their smartphone.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Aug 2015

Stories from Other Regions

Kiwi SMEs expect economy to decline
Fintech

Kiwi SMEs expect economy to decline

New Zealand SMEs predict economic slowdown, but remain confident about their own growth, according to a survey by MYOB.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 11th Sep 2015
Xero teams up with Meridian Energy
Fintech

Xero teams up with Meridian Energy

Accounting software firm Xero entered into a partnership agreement with Meridian Energy to help Kiwi businesses manage their electricity finances.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Sep 2015
Fast track productivity with the right broadband solution
Unified Communications

Fast track productivity with the right broadband solution

Ultrafast broadband is becoming a top priority for businesses as they seek faster and more reliable internet connections to improve efficiency.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Aug 2015
Kiwi business owners hampered by overtime
Fintech

Kiwi business owners hampered by overtime

Many small business owners in New Zealand are working longer hours, hindering their ability to grow, according to a new survey from accounting firm MYOB.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Aug 2015