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Knock technology off its pedestal, expert says
Unified Communications

Knock technology off its pedestal, expert says

New Zealand tech expert says it's time to prioritize people over technology in the workplace, as face-to-face communication is crucial for productivity.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2019
Cisco NZ celebrates two internal promotions
Internet of Things

Cisco NZ celebrates two internal promotions

Cisco is welcoming Leanne Buer as its new Zealand country manager, as former country manager Dave Wilson heads to the US for his new role at Cisco HQ.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2019
Why one in three CEOs would fire the person responsible for a breach - Nominet
Breach Prevention

Why one in three CEOs would fire the person responsible for a breach - Nominet

One in three CEOs would fire staff responsible for a data breach, finds Nominet's report on the cyber challenges and leadership gaps facing large enterprises.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2019
Youthline's new AI-powered support service is now live
Unified Communications

Youthline's new AI-powered support service is now live

Youthline launches its new Digital Assistant, Sam, to provide support and information to young people in New Zealand.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 27th May 2019
Social media can improve lives after a disaster
Disaster Recovery

Social media can improve lives after a disaster

New research shows social media can boost wellbeing post-disasters. The 'All Right?' campaign's Facebook page inspired 85% of users to take positive action.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Feb 2019
The tech that helped the first woman to sail around Australia
Global Positioning System

The tech that helped the first woman to sail around Australia

Lisa Blair used devices from supplied by Pivotel to aid her in becoming the first woman to circumnavigate Australia non-stop.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Dec 2018
How AI can improve service desk productivity & staff wellbeing
Unified Communications

How AI can improve service desk productivity & staff wellbeing

AI can drive automation, which could be anything from answering common questions to providing automated actions based on a particular request.

By Dion Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Dec 2018
Three ways to improve mental health support in the workplace
Human Capital Management

Three ways to improve mental health support in the workplace

Boosting mental health support in workplaces is crucial, says Dr Tyler Amell of CoreHealth Technologies, outlining three proactive strategies for employers.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Nov 2018
How big data can solve big societal problems
Data Analytics

How big data can solve big societal problems

New Zealand's youth mental health crisis is exacerbated by a lack of access to services. Data-driven insights could hold the key to solving this problem.

By Chris Atkins • 5 min read • Tue, 30th Oct 2018

Stories from Other Regions

'Smart arses' in a smart car on 18,000 km rally for mental health
Social Media

'Smart arses' in a smart car on 18,000 km rally for mental health

A Kiwi-British couple will drive 18,000 km in a 0.6L smart car to raise awareness for mental health, aiming to raise USD $10,000 for the charity I AM HOPE.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2019
Why the state sector overhaul is a huge opportunity – Accenture
Cloud Services

Why the state sector overhaul is a huge opportunity – Accenture

The Government's proposal to unify the entire state sector could deliver enormous economic and social benefits.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2019
Trade Me and GirlBoss kick off GirlBoss Awards for 2019
Trade Me

Trade Me and GirlBoss kick off GirlBoss Awards for 2019

Nominations are open for the 2019 GirlBoss Awards, celebrating young Kiwi women shaping the future of New Zealand.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2019
'Sittingitis' is the new taboo in the office
Health Technologies

'Sittingitis' is the new taboo in the office

Despite numerous health warnings on the negative effects of prolonged sitting, people continue to sit too much.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2019
Kiwis love the humble podcast, survey finds
Radio New Zealand

Kiwis love the humble podcast, survey finds

It's official – New Zealanders love listening to podcasts – and those under 45 years of age seem to love them the most.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2019
Xero champions workplace mental health for SMBs
Fintech

Xero champions workplace mental health for SMBs

Xero launches the Xero Assistance Programme in partnership with Benestar to offer free mental health support to 5000 small business workers in New Zealand.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Mar 2019
Biotech an ailing area of NZ economy
Agricultural Technology

Biotech an ailing area of NZ economy

With New Zealand aiming to make tech our number two export by 2025, and primary industry already our number one, we need a clear path forward.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Feb 2019
Change Accelerator graduates empower communities
Vodafone

Change Accelerator graduates empower communities

The three graduates from Vodafone's Change Accelerator programme now have prototype solutions that they will use in practice with youth in their communities.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Oct 2018
$444 million: The devastating cost of cyberbullying in NZ
Cyberbullying

$444 million: The devastating cost of cyberbullying in NZ

Can you put a dollar figure on the damage cyberbullying causes New Zealanders? One economist says that cost is around $444 million every year.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Oct 2018