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LIANZA responds to National Library's cut to Services to Schools

The changes are far-reaching and have implications beyond the National Library and schools, into the wider education and local government sectors.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Feb 2015

Fintech

Magic Memories, theme-park snappers, lure Silicon Valley funds with 'R&D by M&A' strategy

Magic Memories, which built a $50 million global business taking photographs at tourist attractions and theme parks, has sped its growth by buying.

By Pattrick Smellie • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Feb 2015

Government

IRD's Netguide Award shows government committed to make tax simple

New Zealand's tax system is up there with the best, but it will need to evolve and adapt to meet the needs of the 21st century and an increasingly glo.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Dec 2014

Modernisation

Key concedes new budget forecasts could be a 'small' deficit

Prime Minister John Key has intimated for the first time that the Treasury's half-year fiscal and economic update on Dec.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2014

Information Communication & Technology

Inland Revenue creates ICT group in a bid to transform tax system

The Inland Revenue has announced a new group to represent the ICT sector and it's said this will help to transform New Zealand's tax system.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Oct 2014

Wireless Networks

New Zealand companies named in Unisys list of winners

Unisys Corporation has recognised 10 clients and partners with Lighthouse Awards at the Universe 2014 event held in Dallas.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2014

Taxation

Inland Revenue hunting out software companies

Inland Revenue eyes software talent, seeks to revamp NZ's tax system, making it simpler for citizens with cutting-edge tech.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Oct 2014

Marketing Technologies

Noel Leeming aims to build '100-year business' with company rebrand

Noel Leeming undergoes major rebrand with new logos and signage, reflecting its future while retaining its heritage.

By Heather Wright • 4 min read • Tue, 9th Sep 2014

Government

In the innovative world... patent is a virtue

New Zealand's Commerce Minister, Craig Foss, has praised the modernisation of the country's patent laws, bringing them in line with international standards.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 19th Aug 2014

Information Communication & Technology

Labour ups ICT ante with new digital proposals...

Labour to close digital divide with Connectivity Upgrade, ensuring all Kiwis have right to access quality broadband.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2014

Global Stories

Modernisation stories

EduTech

PM Key says Indian FTA would reduce reliance on China

Prime Minister John Key says a free trade agreement with India would help New Zealand reduce its dependence on the Chinese market, which is the countr.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Mar 2015

Internet of Things

Demystifying the Internet of Things for IT business decision makers

Australian tech company Readify, with Microsoft, are hosting road shows to demystify the Internet of Things for business leaders.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Mar 2015

Microsoft

Office 2016 for Mac measures up to Windows equivalent

Office 2016 for Mac levels up, promising seamless cross-platform functionality and a refreshed, Mac-centric design.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Mar 2015

EduTech

Big investment in tech and infrastructure in store for 2015

The Government will invest $650 million in maintaining, modernising and replacing buildings and infrastructure, with $44m to be spent on technology in schools.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 23rd Jan 2015

EduTech

NZ Education Ministry faces smaller bill than feared for leaky schools, as Carter suit looms

New Zealand's Ministry of Education has cut its estimate for the total cost of fixing leaky schools by as much as $400 million, with a damages suit.

By Pattrick Smellie • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Jan 2015

Government

Unisys chosen to modernise NZ crash analysis system

The New Zealand Transport Agency has chosen Unisys as the prime system integrator to modernise the national crash analysis system (CAS).

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Dec 2014

Unified Communications

Unisys to modernise New Zealand's MBIE system

Unisys set to digitalise NZ's MBIE tenancy bond system, promising easier transactions for landlords and tenants alike.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Dec 2014

Virtualisation

Top security tips for virtualisation

Hamish Soper of Check Point shares top tips for securing virtual environments in NZ, spotlighting the urgent need for robust security in consolidation.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2014