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Zendesk's fresh funding fuels cloud-based apps

Thu, 20th Sep 2012
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Cloud-based software provider receives $60m to drive customer service revolution, accelerate technology innovation and continue global expansion.
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Kroll Ontrack aims to double NZ resellers by 2013

Tue, 4th Sep 2012
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Data recovery provider believes new appointments and use of its online portal will help double partners across New Zealand over the next six months.
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IRD to move with tech times

Fri, 24th Aug 2012
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New IRD chief aims to bring tax into the digital age by replacing the 20 year computer system for Inland Revenue.
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New solution for mobile customer service

Mon, 18th Jun 2012
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Interactive Intelligence unveils Interaction Mobilizer, enabling firms to offer branded customer service apps for a seamless experience.
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Interactive Intelligence takes customer service mobile

Thu, 10th May 2012
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New software platform aims to help businesses enable self-service while offering easy transitions to contact centre assistants.
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Kiwi startup looks to make reviews matter

Wed, 14th Mar 2012
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How many online critiques have you read that turned out to be wildly off the mark? 2review founder Mark Thomas thinks there's a better way.
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How to get the most out of partner programmes

Fri, 2nd Mar 2012
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The world of partner programmes can be complex and confusing. Amy Christopher, Symantec partner marketing manager, Asia Pacific and Japan, suggests so.
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VoIP's opportunities

Wed, 1st Feb 2012
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With VoIP's rise, IT resellers face new challenges and opportunities to enhance customer experience with cutting-edge solutions.
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Reaching inward to improve customer service

Wed, 1st Feb 2012
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In an economic crunch, enhancing first-call resolution in contact centres is key to boosting customer service and cutting costs.
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Online helpdesk spreads satisfaction in NZ - Updated

Wed, 1st Feb 2012
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New Zealand tops Zendesk's global customer satisfaction poll at 95%, while the French lag at 57%. Now, a new charity-linked plan boosts philanthropy.
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Leading with innovation

Thu, 1st Dec 2011
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In a blend of lateral thinking and innovation, Palmerston North and Horizons Councils' adaptive call centre earned the 2011 Initiative of the Year award.
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Two thirds of SMBs not happy with IT customer service

Fri, 23rd Sep 2011
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Two-thirds of SMBs in ANZ report dissatisfaction with IT customer service, feeling sidelined by providers favouring larger enterprises.
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eCommerce: integrate or perish

Mon, 5th Sep 2011
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In 2011, businesses must integrate eCommerce with back-office systems for real-time, consistent customer information or risk falling behind.
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The customer service balancing act

Mon, 15th Aug 2011
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In NZ, 1 in 5 face poor telco service, highlighting the challenge businesses face in offering effective customer support while managing costs.
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Mobiles, social media key for customer communications

Thu, 28th Jul 2011
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Kiwi businesses urged to leverage mobile and social media as 70% of New Zealanders now use social platforms and 36% access the internet via mobile devices.
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Multi-channel approach

Fri, 1st Jul 2011
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NZ businesses lag in social media for customer service, with <16% offering it, despite high user interest. Dr Catriona Wallace urges careful adoption.
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Net24 sells Cables Direct operation

Mon, 13th Jun 2011
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TechDay spoke with Jon Tyce of Accounting Direct about the company's recent acquisition of the business from Net24.
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Sir Richard Branson to speak at MS partner meet

Fri, 10th Jun 2011
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Sir Richard Branson, Virgin Group founder, to address attendees at Microsoft's Worldwide Partner Conference in July in Los Angeles.
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Hitachi Data Systems unveils 'IT Operations Director'

Mon, 11th Apr 2011
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Integrated IT service to be pitched at resellers looking to increase account penetration and reduce customer ICT costs by up to 43%.
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Juniper eyes customer service-led approach

Tue, 22nd Feb 2011
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Juniper Networks welcomes Mark Iles as VP for Australia and NZ, aiming for a customer service-driven approach to bolster its market lead.