Global Stories

Will a new breed of salesperson become the new normal for cloud?

The rise of monthly cloud payment models and tech-savvy young salespeople is set to reshape the industry, predicts IDC's VP, Darren Bibby.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2014

Fintech

Govt launches NZ Business Number

Economic Development Minister Steven Joyce and Commerce Minister Craig Foss this week formally launched the New Zealand Business Number (NZBN) at Xero.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2014

Unified Communications

Adams slams Labour's UFB trickery

Labour's Clare Curran accused of making incorrect claims about the UFB contract between Crown Fibre Holdings and Chorus, says Communications Minister.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2014

Unified Communications

Minister welcomes UFB progress

Min. Amy Adams hails the Ultra-Fast Broadband deal adjustments between Crown Fibre Holdings and Chorus, aiming to mitigate a funding gap.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Mar 2014

Unified Communications

Chorus agrees UFB package improvements

Chorus and Crown Fibre Holdings have agreed on a package of improvements to the UFB initiative to make it more cost effective.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Mar 2014

Unified Communications

Exclusive: Amy Adams on ICT - Part 2

In our exclusive Part 2, NZ's pioneering female IT minister Amy Adams defends UFB rollout pace, heralding a tech-transformed future.

By Heather Wright • 4 min read • Mon, 10th Mar 2014

Unified Communications

State of Orcon; Timeline of events…

Orcon, NZ's ISP previously owned by Kordia, is back on the market under a year after being sold to Kiwi business group. #TechNews #OrconSale.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Mar 2014

Government

Cunliffe not Curran to blame for Labour ICT leak

Labour's ICT leak blamed on David Cunliffe's office, not Clare Curran, in a startling admission reversing prior claims.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2014

Government

'Shipwreck' Labour leaks secret ICT plan to Govt…

Labour's ICT strategy leaks to Gov't in a blunder by Clare Curran, sparking major embarrassment and a mocking retort from PM John Key.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2014

EduTech

Govt reopens Schools Network Upgrade Project following court injunction

The Ministry of Education is reopening the Schools Network Upgrade Project tender after a court injunction, leading to added costs and workloads.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2014

Government

Labour claims 'dangerous' IT glitch overshadowed PM's visit

Dunedin Hospital IT meltdown compromises patient care, takes focus off Prime Minister's visit, says Labour MP.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Mar 2014

Unified Communications

Digital hubs to extend connections beyond the school gate

Schools with ultra-fast broadband can now share their connections, enhancing access for their entire communities, says Minister Kaye.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2014

Stories from Other Regions

Government

Callaghan Innovation's incubator system encourages NZ start-ups

Callaghan Innovation boosts NZ's start-up scene with a new incubator network, seeking tech-focused and founder-focused applications.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sat, 15th Mar 2014

EduTech

Remedial work in store for Novopay

Minister Steven Joyce says changes to the Novopay Service Centre model will simplify the resolution of payroll and HR issues.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2014

Government

Govt launches improved online services for businesses

New Zealand introduces integrated Employer Registration service, streamlining business interaction with government and saving companies time and money.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2014

Firewalls

NZ Business Number: FAQs

Following the formal launch of the New Zealand Business Number (NZBN) this week, the government has offered a run down of top tips and advice for companies.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2014