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Unsafe working environments in IT risking people's health

Thu, 28th Nov 2019
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Excessive working hours, forced labour and discrimination are some of the problems that risk workers' health in the IT industry.
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Natterbox launches solution to improve customer service efficiency

Thu, 14th Nov 2019
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Freedom will transform agent performance, enabling Natterbox users to work from wherever they want on whatever device they want to work on.
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How flexible workspaces can help drive your global expansion - IWG

Tue, 22nd Oct 2019
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Flexible workspaces allow businesses to go global without the headache of setting up and maintaining a permanent office or workforce.
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Slack tackles balance between productivity and security

Mon, 12th Aug 2019
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The new features include more options to protect data without interrupting employees' requirements to get work done.
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Video will be the fabric of collaboration in 2019's enterprise

Tue, 5th Mar 2019
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BlueJeans' CEO outlines five trends that highlight the growing place of video conferencing in the modern enterprise.
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Founder of AKL's Generator exits as Precinct Properties takes over

Thu, 28th Feb 2019
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Precinct Properties takes full ownership of Auckland's Generator, leading to founder Ryan Wilson's departure but promising new opportunities for expansion.
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Slashing commute time could save NZ from 900,000 tonnes of C02

Mon, 21st Jan 2019
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Flexible working could save NZ 900,000 tonnes of CO2 annually and add up to NZD $18.1 billion to its economy by 2030, says a Regus study.
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Why flexible working could make good business sense

Mon, 21st Jan 2019
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Flexible working arrangements can help attract and retain skilled staff, increase productivity, and improve employee loyalty, according to business.govt.nz.
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Huge market for flexible working tech in NZ

Thu, 18th Oct 2018
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Technology that enables flexible working could boost New Zealand's economy by NZD $16.2 billion to NZD $18.1 billion by 2030, creating up to 83,000 jobs.
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Regus flexible working space opens near Auckland Airport

Mon, 6th Aug 2018
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Next time you're transiting through Auckland Airport, you may just want to check out a new flexible working space that has opened just up the road.
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Flexible working isn't a passing fad - and it benefits everyone

Fri, 15th Jun 2018
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The survey found flexible working reduces commuting time, enhances productivity, staff retention, job satisfaction, and creativity.
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Opportunity growth in mobility as importance of flexibility rockets

Wed, 2nd May 2018
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According to a survey by Hays Recruitment, 89% of employers and 96% of professionals say flexibility is an area worth thinking about.
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One in five NZ businesses offer flexible work hours for parents - MYOB

Fri, 27th Apr 2018
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60% offer some form of flexible work options to staff – including almost one-in-five that make specific work arrangements for staff who are parents.
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Recruitment expert's top tips for hiring the right talent for your organisation

Thu, 25th Jan 2018
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Desire for flexibility and varied work has given rise to the 'portfolio career': where professionals position themselves as freelancers.
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Jabra's new earbuds aim to be the perfect office companion

Tue, 23rd Jan 2018
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Jabra launches Evolve 75e, UC-certified wireless earbuds with ANC and 14-hour battery life, designed to boost office productivity and collaboration.
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Work-life balance a challenge for NZ businesses

Tue, 16th Jan 2018
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Stress was a challenge in 62% of organisations surveyed, and 50% of respondents noted concerns about the mental health of staff or colleagues.
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Australia and New Zealand behind when it comes to leveraging new tech

Tue, 12th Dec 2017
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Only 16% of ANZ professionals consider technology to be an 'enabler of automating menial tasks to save time.'.
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Jabra: Work from anywhere with your mobile office

Wed, 25th Oct 2017
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Advances in technology are providing modern workers with greater opportunities to perform their jobs from any location.
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Three tips for creating a digital transformation roadmap

Tue, 24th Oct 2017
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Starting a digital transformation can be daunting. Microsoft's Paul Timmins shares three vital tips to craft an effective and future-proof roadmap.
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Security: The biggest benefit and challenge of cloud computing

Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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Cloud security is a top concern for many British enterprises, with 31% identifying it as the most prevalent challenge, according to a survey by Clutch.