Information Communication & Technology (ICT) stories - Page 19
Behind the mask: Software Heroes tell all at local Summit
Tue, 24th Sep 2013
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Software giants converge at Canterbury Software Summit next week, with 20+ top speakers set to inspire 400 tech enthusiasts at sold-out Addington Events Centre.
Big Data hype rises among ambitious organisations
Tue, 24th Sep 2013
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There appears to be some substance behind the big data hype, according to a Gartner survey of IT and business executives.
Yammer expands the definition of ‘knowledge worker'
Mon, 23rd Sep 2013
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Everyone in an organisation—from the CEO’s office to the mail room—has valuable information, says Adam Pisoni, Microsoft’s general manager of Yammer.
NZ tech gives better disaster warnings
Thu, 19th Sep 2013
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A newly released New Zealand-made product is set to give both homes and offices improved alerts and information about emergencies.
Is low investment holding back NZ business growth?
Wed, 18th Sep 2013
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New Zealand ranks as the fourth most dynamic economy globally, but low R&D investment is stifling its business growth potential, warns Grant Thornton.
How to avoid corruption in IT tenders
Tue, 17th Sep 2013
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Five key levers need to be managed in order for government agencies to minimise the corruption risks involved in managing IT contractors.
NZ Tech – Helping win the America’s Cup
Mon, 16th Sep 2013
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Technology companies in New Zealand are having a big impact on the America's Cup with their innovative products, boosting the country's economy.
Need new technology now? Contact Simply Leasing today
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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simply leasing
Specialists in technology leasing, Simply Leasing's mission is simple: to take the complexity and pain out of the transaction...
Govt's single business number roll-out underway
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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NZ businesses to get unique IDs by year's end, simplifying govt interactions, says Steven Joyce. Initiative aims to save time, boost efficiency.
NZ financial results for Synnex, Sony, Google, Acer and Imation
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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Tech firms in NZ show mixed results; Synnex thrives with profit and revenue up, contrasting with Sony's sharp decline.
Slack IT approach risks Kiwi companies
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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Laissez-fare approach to wireless IT networks exposes Kiwis to cyber criminals, industrial espionage and ‘hacktivists’...
Cloud services surge but spending stays small...
Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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Although the use of cloud services is growing faster than the overall enterprise IT market, it is still a small part of overall IT spending.
Crowdsourcing set to boost NZ creative revenue
Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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crowdsourcing
A New Zealand marketing consultant is calling for local professionals to embrace crowdsourcing as a method of selling their services globally.
6 Reasons Why SMEs Should Embrace The Cloud
Mon, 2nd Sep 2013
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Is the Cloud just a buzzword? Reckon NZ GM Catie Cotcher says for SMEs it’s the gateway to a whole new level of business performance.
New dawn for New Zealand patent landscape
Fri, 30th Aug 2013
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Wednesday, August 28 marked the biggest shake up in New Zealand’s Intellectual Property landscape in more than 50 years...
Are Kiwis paying too much for computers and software?
Thu, 29th Aug 2013
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Green Party calls for a Commerce Committee inquiry into the over pricing of computer software and hardware in New Zealand compared to other countries.
IT pros welcome passing of Patents Bill
Thu, 29th Aug 2013
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The Institute of IT Professionals welcomes the near unanimous passing of the Patents Bill in Parliament, effectively removing software patents from New Zealand.
Is your billion-dollar company just around the corner…?
Fri, 23rd Aug 2013
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3d printing
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The rise of crowdsourcing & 3D printing have caused major disruption in the design & manufacturing industries.
The Channel investigates Forrester Distributor report: Part 3
Fri, 23rd Aug 2013
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The Channel's Part 3 of the Forrester Distributor report unveils critical concerns among Asia Pacific tech distributors over plummeting profits.
Punakaiki Fund seeks $50m for NZ tech investment
Thu, 22nd Aug 2013
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Investment company releases prospectus for initial public offering, hoping to raise $50m to invest in New Zealand’s internet and technology sectors.