Spark stories - Page 14
Self-monitoring trash cans & smart dairy herds: Spark rolls out IoT network
Thu, 29th Mar 2018
#
iot
#
kordia
#
spark
Spark's long-range, low-power network for the Internet of Things is now operational in 60% of New Zealand, with plans to extend coverage further.
5G hits NZ with Spark’s first live test in Wellington
Mon, 19th Mar 2018
#
uc
#
5g & beyond
#
wireless networks
The trial was deployed with specialist equipment and technical support from technology partner Huawei and is located directly across from Parliament.
Exclusive: Here's what NZ's top CEOs are doing to improve gender diversity
Thu, 8th Mar 2018
#
dei
#
software development
#
lenovo
You need to understand what’s going on in your own business and do something to fix it because if you don’t, all this talk –it’s just PR bollocks.
Spark’s robot wins big in Sydney
Wed, 7th Mar 2018
#
robots
#
it automation
#
rpa
Spark's innovative bot wins Best Robotic Process Automation Bot award in Sydney, revolutionising fibre order processing and reducing error rates.
Spark refreshes Netflix offer for broadband customers
Tue, 6th Mar 2018
#
digital entertainment
#
netflix
#
spark
Customers who have already signed up for 12 months of Spark's 'Netflix on us', can now access a further 6 months.
Lightbox changes its platform in preparation for Lightbox movies
Wed, 21st Feb 2018
#
digital entertainment
#
lightbox
#
spark
Lightbox is upgrading its technology platform and launching Lightbox Movies, a pay per view service, and Lightbox Kids for children's content.
How Spark’s transformation strategy impacted their bottom line
Wed, 21st Feb 2018
#
uc
#
telco
#
spark
Spark's financial results for H1 FY18 show progress on its transformation strategy, with strong performance in mobile, cloud, security, and service management.
TaaS panel supplier round-up - the big four and more
Mon, 19th Feb 2018
#
uc
#
dimension data
#
contact centre
Since its launch in 2015, the TaaS panel has undergone a fair few changes, especially in recent days. We have a look at who is doing what, right now.
LPWAN market about to boom, hand-in-hand with IoT - IDC NZ
Wed, 14th Feb 2018
#
iot
#
chorus
#
vodafone
The low power WAN market is about to get competitive thanks to the rise of IoT, according to a new IDC NZ report.
The Warehouse Group creates new executive role to drive 'crucial' IT transformation
Mon, 12th Feb 2018
#
digital transformation
#
chorus
#
spark
The Warehouse Group appoints chief transformation officer to drive digital future and fix retail fundamentals.
Cisco, Samsung, Spark & Jupl push healthcare tech into Aussie market
Thu, 8th Feb 2018
#
wearables
#
healthtech
#
personal computing devices
The solution evolved as a result of thousands of hours of collaboration between Samsung, Cisco Jasper, Spark and Jupl.
Spark expands TaaS to offer end-to-end solutions
Thu, 8th Feb 2018
#
uc
#
microsoft
#
contact centre
Spark expands TaaS portfolio, adding contact centre, cloud security, and unified communication services, enhancing end-to-end solutions for government agencies.
Revera picks up Dr. Lance O'Sullivan's company as first Azure Stack customer
Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
#
public cloud
#
multi-cloud
#
healthtech
New Zealand cloud provider Revera has launched its first client on Azure Stack, with the iMOKO app now live on the hybrid cloud platform.
Survey reveals Kiwi telcos leaving consumers dissatisfied
Wed, 31st Jan 2018
#
uc
#
fibre
#
telco
Vodafone and Spark customers in New Zealand express dissatisfaction with wait times and unhelpful service, according to a Consumer NZ survey.
Grant McBeath steps in as interim CEO of Spark HMB
Wed, 24th Jan 2018
#
uc
#
telco
#
spark
Grant McBeath has been named interim CEO of Spark HMB, stepping in as Jason Paris departs in 2018 for an international opportunity.
ComCom revisits backhaul study as Telco Act goes before parliament
Fri, 19th Jan 2018
#
uc
#
commerce commission
#
telco
The Commerce Commission reopens its backhaul study as the Telecommunications (New Regulatory Framework) Amendment Bill advances in parliament.
How smaller Kiwi telcos are gaining market share
Wed, 17th Jan 2018
#
uc
#
commerce commission
#
kordia
But why are we seeing an increase in market share by the smaller telcos at a time where fewer and fewer exist?.
Spark predicts what 2018 will be like for Kiwi enterprises
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
#
ddos
#
it automation
#
multi-cloud
Spark identifies multi-cloud, DDoS attacks, and customer automation as key trends for 2018. Spark Digital's CEO explains why these are important.
Top digital opportunities for Kiwi SMBs going into 2018
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
#
uc
#
martech
#
iot
New Zealand businesses urged to embrace technology as digital opportunities arise in 2018 - Spark #technology #digitalopportunities.
Top partners recognised at HPE awards
Wed, 13th Dec 2017
#
datacom
#
hpe
#
ingram micro
Ingram Micro, Spark, and Datacom were standout winners at the HPE Partner Awards in Auckland, with notable individual honours and top partner titles.