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NZ Compare calls foul of EA deal with Powerswitch
Power / Energy

NZ Compare calls foul of EA deal with Powerswitch

The Electricity Authority for extending a $2.8m taxpayer-funded contract with Powerswitch, despite criticism of its failure to reduce consumer power prices.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 20th Jul 2023
NZ SMEs are thriving post-pandemic shows new survey
Fintech

NZ SMEs are thriving post-pandemic shows new survey

The survey results showed that compared with other countries globally, New Zealand is a digitally savvy nation.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 30th Jun 2023
How digital exclusion is costing New Zealand's economy
Health Technologies

How digital exclusion is costing New Zealand's economy

New research reveals that providing more homes with internet connectivity could benefit New Zealand's economy by up to NZD $700 million annually.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 23rd May 2023

Global Stories

Rising Costs stories

Retail experts launch new edition of omnichannel retail handbook
Customer Experience

Retail experts launch new edition of omnichannel retail handbook

The second edition of the best-selling retail handbook, Omnichannel Retail, is now available in the UK and for pre-order in other markets.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Sep 2023
Roadmap to 2024: Trends and challenges for supply chains
Digital Transformation

Roadmap to 2024: Trends and challenges for supply chains

The supply chain and distribution industry will face challenges in the coming months, and distributors must remain adaptable and resilient to succeed.

By Terry Smagh • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Sep 2023
78% of NZ small business owners worried about AI adoption
Fintech

78% of NZ small business owners worried about AI adoption

New Zealand small business owners are concerned that the development and adoption of AI is outpacing regulation, according to a study by Xero.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Fri, 25th Aug 2023
Balancing hybrid tech: On-premises performance matters
IT Department

Balancing hybrid tech: On-premises performance matters

It's worth remembering that most organizations continue to run most of their IT estate on-premises - and this will be the case for the foreseeable future.

By James Harvey • 5 min read • Mon, 31st Jul 2023
Cloud security remains top cybersecurity concern in 2023
Ransomware

Cloud security remains top cybersecurity concern in 2023

Cloud security continues to be the most pressing concern for cybersecurity professionals in 2023, more than ransomware and remote workers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd May 2023
What technologists must consider when adopting OpenTelemetry
Opinion

What technologists must consider when adopting OpenTelemetry

OpenTelemetry provides IT teams with visibility across the application level and into supporting digital services (such as microservices and containers).

By Gregg Ostrowski • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Apr 2023
ADAPT releases top emerging tech and value priorities for 2023
Customer Experience

ADAPT releases top emerging tech and value priorities for 2023

ADAPT reveals the Top Emerging Technology and Value Priorities for 2023, urging companies to embrace emerging tech for business success.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Mar 2023
Costs driving fleet management evolution: Teletrac Navman
Software-as-a-Service

Costs driving fleet management evolution: Teletrac Navman

A Teletrac Navman survey has revealed rising fuel costs, disruption due to COVID-19, and supply chain issues are the top challenges fleet operators face.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Mar 2023

Stories from Other Regions

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Noname Security announces new API security testing solution
Virtualisation

Noname Security announces new API security testing solution

The new version of Noname Security's Active Testing combines developer-friendly integrations with API reachability.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd Jun 2023
Aussie SMBs increase prices. use own money to combat cash flow woes
Fintech

Aussie SMBs increase prices. use own money to combat cash flow woes

Australian small businesses are resorting to personal savings or increasing prices to cope with rising costs, says a report from Xero.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 21st Jun 2023
How AR automation can help your B2B business grow sustainably in 2023
AR, VR & Metaverse

How AR automation can help your B2B business grow sustainably in 2023

Despite the predictions that tougher times are incoming, plenty of businesses are identifying opportunities to expand their range, reach and revenue.

By Danny Wheeler • 4 min read • Tue, 11th Apr 2023
CFOs prepare to automate their way through a challenging future
IT Automation

CFOs prepare to automate their way through a challenging future

After a year of unexpected challenges for CFOs, they are looking increasingly to automation and technology to manage what comes their way.

By Laurent Descout • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Mar 2023
Australian workers expect more from their WFH set up
Hybrid & Remote Work

Australian workers expect more from their WFH set up

Australian office workers expect more from their working from home set up and it could be costing companies up to a quarter of a million dollars.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Mar 2023
Pureprofile's Audience Intelligence maps retail trends
Software-as-a-Service

Pureprofile's Audience Intelligence maps retail trends

The report covers retail spending from Boxing Day to the back-to-school period, revealing customers holding back on discretionary spending amid rising costs.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Mon, 27th Feb 2023