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Noel Leeming continues tech push with exclusive 3D deal
Noel Leeming

Noel Leeming continues tech push with exclusive 3D deal

The retailer says its new offerings further cement its place as the 'market leader' in consumer technology products.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Nov 2014
Exclusive: Richard Paul of SnapperNet
Resellers

Exclusive: Richard Paul of SnapperNet

Richard Paul, SnapperNet director and owner, talks to Heather Wright about industry changes, the founding of his company and life beyond technology.

By Heather Wright • 6 min read • Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
Labour's David Cunliffe on ICT
Information Communication & Technology

Labour's David Cunliffe on ICT

A long time ICT fan, David Cunliffe was keen to step back into an ICT role, taking over as Labour spokesperson when he took over the reins as Opposition leader.

By Heather Wright • 7 min read • Mon, 23rd Dec 2013
Celebrating Success
Partner Programmes

Celebrating Success

<strong>Dave Rosenberg reveals a few secrets to </strong><strong>Heather Wright</strong><strong> as he talks Westcon, leadership and the importance of family.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Mon, 1st Oct 2012

Global Stories

Heather Wright stories

Aussies snap up CodeBlue in potential $15 million deal
CodeBlue

Aussies snap up CodeBlue in potential $15 million deal

Auckland-based national IT services company CodeBlue has been snapped up by Australia's CSG in a deal worth up to $15 million.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Aug 2015
And Facebook says 'Me too!'
Gaming

And Facebook says 'Me too!'

According to Facebook's data team 88 million people had more than 280 million Facebook interactions – posts, comments and likes – related to the final.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Jul 2014
And the Kiwi channel says Dove, Dove, Dove...
Dove Electronics

And the Kiwi channel says Dove, Dove, Dove...

Dove general manager Chris Rycroft breaks the rules to talk to Heather Wright – albeit about the company, teamwork, changes, and even a little about himself.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Jun 2014
Data centre spend high priority for Kiwi companies
Network Infrastructure

Data centre spend high priority for Kiwi companies

Data centre spend is high priority for many CIOs according to Gartner. Heather Wright gets some industry view on the state of play for the channel.

By Heather Wright • 15 min read • Tue, 3rd Jun 2014
Wireless by default, wired by exception
Virtualisation

Wireless by default, wired by exception

As wireless becomes a key network component, experts predict a shift towards all-wireless environments, bolstering mobility and collaboration.

By Heather Wright • 9 min read • Wed, 28th May 2014
Exclusive: Jason Langley of Ingram Micro
Ingram Micro

Exclusive: Jason Langley of Ingram Micro

From nearly claiming his first dole payment to becoming Ingram Micro's GM, Jason Langley shares insights on creating opportunities in IT.

By Heather Wright • 7 min read • Fri, 23rd May 2014
Unified Communications: Dialling in mobility and video
Unified Communications

Unified Communications: Dialling in mobility and video

Demand for unified communications skyrockets in NZ, driven by mobility and work flexibility needs among employees, experts reveal.

By Heather Wright • 8 min read • Mon, 24th Mar 2014
Exclusive: 'Handholding' required in un-secure world
Cybersecurity

Exclusive: 'Handholding' required in un-secure world

In the constantly changing world of technology, one area remains constant: the need for security. Heather Wright gets some expert views.

By Heather Wright • 7 min read • Tue, 11th Mar 2014
Increasingly Virtual in NZ
Virtualisation

Increasingly Virtual in NZ

As the tech world goes virtual, Heather Wright polls some experts about their views on where resellers stand to gain the most.

By Heather Wright • 7 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2013
Introducing the Asus Transformer All-in-One
Smart Home

Introducing the Asus Transformer All-in-One

Asus clearly subscribes to the 'big is better' mantra, with their Transformer All-in-One featuring an 18.4-inch tablet.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2013
UFB opportunities in NZ business
Partner Programmes

UFB opportunities in NZ business

NZ's UFB rollout heralds a telecom revolution, offering resellers boundless opportunities in network upgrades and cloud technologies.

By Heather Wright • 7 min read • Wed, 21st Nov 2012
A channel guide to selling printers
Document Management

A channel guide to selling printers

In a digital age, printing thrives with innovations like 3D printing reshaping expectations and driving market trends in NZ.

By Heather Wright • 7 min read • Mon, 1st Oct 2012