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Is a desire for 'all-in-one’ functionality the reason for IT failures?
Sat, 4th Jan 2014
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NZ firms warned against 'all-in-one' IT systems that promise much but are hard to use, says Designertech CEO. Simplicity could be key to success.
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2014′s New Years anti-resolutions in IT...
Thu, 2nd Jan 2014
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Publishing predictions in a blog or video post around this time of year is easy and predictable. So I won’t. If lots of people do something, that usua.
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Tech sector concerned at slip in education standards
Mon, 30th Dec 2013
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The fastest growing industry sector in New Zealand has reacted strongly to an international report that shows New Zealand has slipped backwards in education standards when compared to other OECD countries.
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Planning your business analyst resources
Tue, 24th Dec 2013
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Business analysts are indeed the greatest assets to any PMO (Programme Management Office), as they are the foundation to any project. But unfortunately they can also be one of the largest expenses, especially when incorrect BAs are assigned to a project.
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Kiwi bricks and mortar retailers missing basic mobile functionality
Tue, 24th Dec 2013
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NZ retailers lag in tech, facing a battle versus online giants. Experts urge adoption of mobile innovations to boost foot traffic.
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Gartner asks... What is creativity?
Mon, 23rd Dec 2013
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When we hear the word creativity… thoughts immediately go to artistry. Creative people paint. They design. They’re good with colour.
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Labour’s David Cunliffe on ICT
Mon, 23rd Dec 2013
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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.
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NZ business confidence hits 15-year high
Thu, 19th Dec 2013
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New Zealand business confidence rose to its highest in almost 15 years this month, adding to evidence the economy is picking up pace.
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Callaghan Innovation seeks new incubators to grow tech start-ups
Wed, 18th Dec 2013
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Callaghan Innovation issues request for expressions of interest to expand New Zealand’s network of business incubators.
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One in eight NZ business IPs exposed on weekly basis
Wed, 18th Dec 2013
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New research reveals 1 in 8 NZ business IPs face weekly web threats, with Australia higher at 1 in 5, spotlighting regional cybersecurity concerns.
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Wellington makes its high-tech mark internationally
Thu, 12th Dec 2013
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Wellington is the high-tech capital making its mark internationally, with the region having the greatest number of New Zealand’s fastest growing high-.
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‘The Next 10 Years’: The digitization of nearly everything
Wed, 11th Dec 2013
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Satya Nadella predicts a future where nearly everything is digitized, heralding a global shift to digital in the next decade.
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Kiwi firms shine in Asia Pacific Technology Fast 500
Mon, 9th Dec 2013
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New Zealand businesses are once again in the mix in the annual Deloitte Technology Fast 500 Asia Pacific index of the region’s fastest growing tech bu.
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Kiwi firms 'steadily embracing the cloud'
Fri, 6th Dec 2013
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NZ firms rapidly adopt cloud services, eyeing cost cuts and agility, reveals Frost and Sullivan's 2013 report.
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Setting the ANZ IT agenda in 2014
Thu, 5th Dec 2013
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As another calendar year draws to a close, it’s time to review the technologies and trends that will impact our industry over the next 12 months.
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Gartner: “Every company is a technology company”
Wed, 4th Dec 2013
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As more companies embrace technology, the line between tech and non-tech firms is becoming increasingly blurred.
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Boot Camp to fast-track ICT workforce launches in Wellington
Wed, 4th Dec 2013
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An innovative solution by way of an up-skilling boot camp to meet the growing demand for smart ICT workers in the Wellington region has been launched.
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Top 10 NZ Business Predictions for 2014
Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
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With 2014 almost upon the ICT industry, Symantec has offered an indicator into what lies ahead for the New Zealand technology sector.
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Kiwis lead Oz in Social Media employment drive
Sat, 30th Nov 2013
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New Zealand employees are ahead of Australia in joining the global shift to use social media to find and engage in work.
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When it comes to security... HP's cyber chief calls for all hands on deck
Tue, 26th Nov 2013
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The biggest threat facing organisations today is applications, according to Betsy Hight, VP of Cybersecurity Solutions Group at HP.
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Big Data policies lacking in ANZ organisations
Mon, 25th Nov 2013
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Only 22% of IT pros in ANZ confident in Big Data policies, with 61% of organisations lacking any, as per ISACA's survey.
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SEEK's new tech spearheads job seeking and hiring boost
Fri, 22nd Nov 2013
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SEEK launches groundbreaking tech to revolutionize job searching and hiring, aiming to match millions with their ideal roles.
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ICT makeover for Auckland school
Fri, 22nd Nov 2013
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Manurewa Intermediate soars into the digital age, thanks to a £40k ICT upgrade from Vodafone, enriching learning with new tech.
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Wellington leads country for high-tech growth
Fri, 22nd Nov 2013
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Wellington’s high-technology companies in the TIN100 have grown three times faster than any other region in the country.