Stories by Staff - Page 599

Xero gears up to launch its Personal finance edition in 2010, aiming to revolutionize how small business owners manage expenses.

The second man on the moon, Buzz Aldrin, is the headlining act at a conference organised by the country's telcos in March next year.

I've just been dropped off by boat with three other fellow survivors onto a pier on the outskirts of New Orleans.

The 2009 NZSUG Conference in Auckland on 11-12 November will unite SAP users from New Zealand and Australia to share innovative business solutions.

The Western Roamer, a frequent traveller to Europe, the US, and Australia, faces varied mobile roaming charges but finds data use hotel fees may be costlier.

Telecom is trialling new technology to turbo-charge broadband speeds, but it could be a while before users can take advantage of it.

Local artist Tiki Taane tops Telecom's 2009 Mobile Music Awards, as digital music sales in New Zealand soar by 20%, highlighting market growth.

Toll-free local calling for all New Zealanders – including those who live in rural and remote areas – will remain despite an upheaval in the way it is funded.

You'll be particularly interested in the steps the Payment Cards Industry (PCI) is taking to put a stop to fraudulent activity with credit cards.

CIOs and boards must tackle key tech-related legal risks, from data protection to corporate governance, to safeguard their organisations and boost compliance.

Otago University's Mike Harte discusses challenges faced by CIOs, including cutting costs and proving the value of ICT.

In an era of scarcity, effective risk management becomes crucial for businesses, spotlighting the importance of compliance and governance.

IMPROVING connectivity to hospitals and health clinics is one of the primary objectives for the government's ultra-fast broadband network.

WAN Optimisation boosts broadband in NZ's remote areas, ensuring high-speed file sharing, vital for productivity, even in challenging environments.

Harvard Prof develops anti-depression program for astronauts, aimed at combating mental health issues in space, ensuring privacy from NASA.

Recession bites as the 13th Annual Contact Centre Conference sees a dip in attendance, but organisers remain hopeful for a brighter future.

The recession might make it a gloomy time for most businesses, but the sun is shining in the contact centre industry.

NZ Police's new strategy significantly improves call response rates, showcasing the benefits of additional contact centres and resources.

Fonterra's tech leaders unveil the vast ICT infrastructure powering NZ's dairy giant, ensuring global connectivity for its extensive export network.

I really enjoyed being on the panel assessing the Top 40 Influencers in New Zealand Telecommunications,    published by TR last month.