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Save $$$ with Skype
Edge Computing

Save $$$ with Skype

Skype is becoming more and more popular as a trendy, convenient, innovative and (most importantly) free way to communicate.

By Staff Writer • 13 min read • Thu, 1st Sep 2011
CCH purchases NZ accounting tool vendor - Updated
Fintech

CCH purchases NZ accounting tool vendor - Updated

Accounting tool provider, Business Fitness NZ, has been acquired by CCH and will operate as a product line of parent company, Wolters Kluwer.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Aug 2011
Xero Touch hits the Apple app store
Fintech

Xero Touch hits the Apple app store

Xero Touch lands on Apple's app store, bringing receipt snapping and a 4-digit PIN login for swift financial management on the go.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 1st Aug 2011
Reckon's hosted app takes QuickBooks into cloud
Fintech

Reckon's hosted app takes QuickBooks into cloud

One of the most popular accounting packages is available online through an innovative application hosting system.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Jul 2011
Distribution Central expands to ASEAN
Distribution Central

Distribution Central expands to ASEAN

Distribution Central announces its inaugural ASEAN branch in Singapore, heralding a new era of growth in Asia, led by the experienced Fleur Glover.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 10th Jun 2011
Video kiosks expand student IT support at VUW
EduTech

Video kiosks expand student IT support at VUW

Victoria University revolutionises student IT support with new video kiosks, ensuring access across its vast campus and improving service efficiency.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 6th May 2011

Stories from Other Regions

Xero scores $4m from govt R & D grant
EduTech

Xero scores $4m from govt R & D grant

Xero secures USD $4m from the NZ government in the latest R&D grant round, part of a USD $321m initiative aimed at boosting tech innovation.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 16th Aug 2011
New Kiwibank campaign imitates FPS game
Fintech

New Kiwibank campaign imitates FPS game

Kiwibank's new 'Green Ops' campaign channels FPS game energy to win over customers with an immersive, gamified marketing approach.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 15th Aug 2011
MYOB sale rumours prompt attack from Xero
Fintech

MYOB sale rumours prompt attack from Xero

Xero CEO Rod Drury blasts MYOB in a blog for its potential sale, accusing it of cost-cutting and stifling competition.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Aug 2011
New Zealand's cheapest Android smartphone - Updated
Unified Communications

New Zealand's cheapest Android smartphone - Updated

Huawei and Telecom offer internet-capable handset for under $200, Vodafone matches with limited-edition Warriors device.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Aug 2011
BNZ goes mobile
Apps

BNZ goes mobile

BNZ pioneers again, launching NZ's first Android banking app, following iPhone success. 15k users in weeks, promising top safety.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 3rd Aug 2011
Too many businesses still not online
Fintech

Too many businesses still not online

New report finds only 32% of NZ businesses online, lagging behind global peers and impeding national growth on the world stage.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Jul 2011
Xero opts for re-investment
Fintech

Xero opts for re-investment

Xero will also enter into a partnership with NZ Post that will see the company's software linked with new digital posting services.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Jul 2011
Praise, criticism for NZ technology industry
Fintech

Praise, criticism for NZ technology industry

American entrepreneur Peter Thiel lauds New Zealand's tech talent and investments, yet faces critique from local engineers citing a lack of global perspective.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Jul 2011
How to choose an anti-virus
Endpoint Protection

How to choose an anti-virus

Choosing the right anti-virus software can be daunting; experts explain how to balance between free and paid options to ensure online security.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Jul 2011
Case study: QuickBooks gives Beds R Us sweet dreams
Fintech

Case study: QuickBooks gives Beds R Us sweet dreams

Beds R Us in Whangarei transforms its operations with QuickBooks, ensuring efficient stock management and customer satisfaction.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Jun 2011
20 tech myths exposed
Unified Communications

20 tech myths exposed

Tech expert demystifies 20 common technology myths, separating fact from fiction to enlighten users on USB safety, hard drive damage, and online security.

By Staff Writer • 19 min read • Wed, 1st Jun 2011
QuickBooks Premier ensures smooth sailing for Warren Hay Marine
Fintech

QuickBooks Premier ensures smooth sailing for Warren Hay Marine

Whangarei's Warren Hay Marine enhances operations with QuickBooks Premier, automating inventory, retail, and service tasks for smoother business management.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 9th May 2011