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Kiwi Stories

HP gets personal again with the channel
EduTech

HP gets personal again with the channel

HP's new Personal Again strategy aims to empower 300,000 Kiwi SMEs by offering personalised tech education and resources through channel partners.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Sat, 1st Jul 2006
It's all good at Nutech IT Supplies
Customer service

It's all good at Nutech IT Supplies

Environmental and customer service excellence are the cornerstones of Albany-based Nutech IT Supplies' business philosophy.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sat, 1st Jul 2006
The serial acquisitor: UXC
Management

The serial acquisitor: UXC

Australian-based business solutions company UXC uses an acquisition strategy to build depth and capability in selected geographies.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Sat, 1st Jul 2006
M&A - Are you prey or predator ?
Capital

M&A - Are you prey or predator ?

Whether you're a small business owner or CEO of a major corporate, continuing consolidation in the IT industry is bound to affect you one way or another.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sat, 1st Jul 2006
Micro power set to make waves
Gaming

Micro power set to make waves

Many may disagree but Simon Glass, founder of Christchurchbased Bluewater Systems believes PDAs and smart phones will eventually eclipse the PC.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sat, 1st Jul 2006
Eyeing Up the Future
Printing

Eyeing Up the Future

Canon NZ partners with Renaissance Brands to dive into untapped vertical markets, eyeing unique opportunities for mutual growth.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sat, 1st Jul 2006
Christchurch reseller grabs car
Resellers

Christchurch reseller grabs car

Christchurch's KM Equipment's David Dalton secures BMW Z4 for a month after leading Kyocera Mita's sales incentive; 1,000 NZ resellers participated.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Sat, 1st Jul 2006

Global Stories

Darkstar One
Gaming

Darkstar One

DarkStar One is an open-ended action/adventure title set in a huge universe populated by a variety of unique alien races.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Sat, 1st Jul 2006
Micro Machines V4
Gaming

Micro Machines V4

Micro Machines V4 delivers thrilling miniature racing chaos, with hundreds of tiny vehicles and wild tracks set in giant-sized household worlds.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Sat, 1st Jul 2006
titan quest
Gaming

titan quest

From the co-creator of Age of Empires, Titan Quest is an all-new RPG set in the mythical worlds of ancient Greece, Egypt, Babylon, China and Mongolia (phew).

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sat, 1st Jul 2006
Kingdom hearts 2
Gaming

Kingdom hearts 2

Kingdom Hearts II revisits and concludes the heart-tugging saga, blending confusion and splendour in a journey of friendship, combat, and Disney magic.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sat, 1st Jul 2006
Tamagotchi connection: corner shop
Gaming

Tamagotchi connection: corner shop

NanaOn-Sha and Bandai unveil 'Tamagotchi Connection: Corner Shop,' a game where business acumen meets adorable - grow your empire in TamaTown!.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sat, 1st Jul 2006
There's something sexy about SaaS
Software-as-a-Service

There's something sexy about SaaS

SaaS has revolutionised software delivery with subscription-based access and seamless updates, surpassing the limitations of the outdated ASP model.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sat, 1st Jul 2006
Kicking the Powerpoint habit
PowerPoint

Kicking the Powerpoint habit

As Powerpoint presentations grow tedious, the true issue lies in the misuse of the software by presenters who fail to engage effectively.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sat, 1st Jul 2006
The naked truth about reselling
eCommerce

The naked truth about reselling

WebFarm's general manager, Adrian Sole, explains the opportunities for your business in reseller hosting partnerships.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sat, 1st Jul 2006
Business productivity doing more with less
Customer Relationship Management

Business productivity doing more with less

In an increasingly competitive world, businesses of all sizes are under more pressure than ever to do more with less.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sat, 1st Jul 2006
Going from strength to strength
SonicWALL

Going from strength to strength

Renaissance Brands' general manager, Mark Dasent, explains changes the company has undergone, how they affect the channel, and what they can offer you today.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sat, 1st Jul 2006
Growth by stealth: Compass Communications
Customers

Growth by stealth: Compass Communications

Compass Communications has quietly expanded over eleven years by acquiring ten businesses, leveraging scale and diversity to drive growth.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Sat, 1st Jul 2006