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Govt IT modernisation driving public sector services
Digital Transformation

Govt IT modernisation driving public sector services

Government IT modernisation and strategic mergers are revitalising public sector services, leading to the best market outlook in five years, per TBR.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Jul 2016
The war against cyber threats will be worth $9.3 billion in 2021
Internet of Things

The war against cyber threats will be worth $9.3 billion in 2021

The war against cyber threats is booming as the security analytics market grows from US$2.83 billion in 2016 to US$9.38 billion in 2021.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Jun 2016
Peter Dunne tells GOVIS: Disruptive innovation is New Zealand's future
Government

Peter Dunne tells GOVIS: Disruptive innovation is New Zealand's future

Peter Dunne addressed the concept disruptive tech at GOVIS, showing how Government and citizens will benefit by embracing it.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Mon, 20th Jun 2016
Budget 2016: Can money buy innovation?
Government

Budget 2016: Can money buy innovation?

Innovation is crucial to the success of any organisation, or economy for that matter. So how can you grow innovation?.

By Vanessa Black • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Jun 2016
Canterbury schools set to benefit from Budget 2016
Government

Canterbury schools set to benefit from Budget 2016

Canterbury schools to receive $276m investment in infrastructure as part of Budget 2016, according to Education Minister Hekia Parata.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 31st May 2016
Empired's ECM service gains traction in NZ market
Enterprise Content Management

Empired's ECM service gains traction in NZ market

The company says it estimates the market opportunity within the New Zealand government market alone is approximately 45,000 users.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 25th May 2016

Stories from Other Regions

Tech focus with Teacher-led Innovation Fund
EduTech

Tech focus with Teacher-led Innovation Fund

Hutt Valley MP champions a £300k tech education boost for local schools, fuelling Hutt's transformation into 'Technology Valley'.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Jun 2016
Govt reacts to small business group recommendations
Government

Govt reacts to small business group recommendations

The Government commits to easing small business operations in response to the Small Business Development Group's recommendations, including tax simplification.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Jun 2016
More government investment in Auckland schools
EduTech

More government investment in Auckland schools

Mount Albert Grammar School in Auckland benefits from $153 million investment in school property, announced by Government.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Jun 2016
Govt appoints NetSafe to lead cyber bullying prevention
Government

Govt appoints NetSafe to lead cyber bullying prevention

Internet safety watchdog NetSafe has been selected by the Govt to help reduce harmful digital communications in an official Approved Agency role.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Jun 2016
Budget 2016: What it means for NZ's tech industry
Government

Budget 2016: What it means for NZ's tech industry

The 2016 Budget will inject $761.4m into science and tech in New Zealand, promoting entrepreneurship, skills, and economic growth.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 31st May 2016
Kiwi SMBs make 'huge contribution' to NZ economy
Government

Kiwi SMBs make 'huge contribution' to NZ economy

Government emphasizes role of small businesses in New Zealand economy with release of latest small businesses factsheet.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Tue, 24th May 2016
Why not extend our existing NZ security fabric nationally?
Firewalls

Why not extend our existing NZ security fabric nationally?

While there were many positive responses to the NZ government's announcement to invest in cyber security, McGettigan believes it already exists.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Tue, 24th May 2016
NZ leading the way with app-based transport, global report finds
Government

NZ leading the way with app-based transport, global report finds

New Zealand leading the way in regulating app-based transport services, says report from the International Transport Forum.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Tue, 24th May 2016
Ironic? Kiwis worried about privacy of public social media accounts
Government

Ironic? Kiwis worried about privacy of public social media accounts

Survey unveils Kiwis' privacy fears; most oppose gov't eyeing up their social media data, trumping credit or criminal concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 20th May 2016
Amy Adams address: Wellington Privacy Forum
Data Protection

Amy Adams address: Wellington Privacy Forum

Justice Minister Amy Adams addressed the Wellington Privacy Forum with a focus data privacy, sharing and the Privacy Act.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Tue, 17th May 2016
Hutt Valley a step closer to becoming Technology Valley
Government

Hutt Valley a step closer to becoming Technology Valley

Hutt Valley is a step closer to becoming NZ's Technology Valley following the govt's $15m hi-tech funding boost, says National List MP Chris Bishop.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 16th May 2016
Kiwi execs urged to apply for Govt business scholarships
Network Infrastructure

Kiwi execs urged to apply for Govt business scholarships

Government encourages NZ businesses to apply for 2016 Prime Minister's Business Scholarships, offering execs the chance to study at top business schools.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 16th May 2016