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NZ's first human-robot interaction conference breaks new ground
Robotics

NZ's first human-robot interaction conference breaks new ground

The first Human-Robot Interaction Conference in the Southern Hemisphere is being held in Christchurch next week. #HRI2016.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Mar 2016
Lanner and Matrox target 4K digital signage with new Intel box
Digital Signage

Lanner and Matrox target 4K digital signage with new Intel box

Lanner Electronics has launched a high-performance Intel powered box available as a turnkey video wall solution incorporating Matrox graphics cards.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
Getting Ready for Industrie 4.0
Supply Chain

Getting Ready for Industrie 4.0

Industrie 4.0 is about driving digital value chains, thus creating more agile and market focused competencies.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
New Dove signing offers high margin opportunities for resellers
Dove Electronics

New Dove signing offers high margin opportunities for resellers

Dove Electronics has signed to distribute OKI in New Zealand as the distributor ramps up its print business – and takes resellers along for the ride.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Mar 2016
Case study: How is this city becoming a 'smart city'?
Smart Cities

Case study: How is this city becoming a 'smart city'?

In a world moving toward Smart Cities and the Internet of Things, networks must evolve rapidly to meet new challenges.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Mar 2016
Wellington school to undergo major $9 million redevelopment
EduTech

Wellington school to undergo major $9 million redevelopment

Historic Thorndon School set for a $9m revamp, with innovative learning spaces and new library to enrich education.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Feb 2016
Intrude A Lock: Fitbit for your luggage
Safety

Intrude A Lock: Fitbit for your luggage

Elisha Fleming, an 18-year-old entrepreneur, has developed Intrude A Lock, a device that monitors checked luggage for tampering.

By Dave Moskovitz • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
Govt gives update on ChCh school network
EduTech

Govt gives update on ChCh school network

UK Government applauds those who have supported Christchurch's education system in the wake of the 2011 earthquake.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
Christchurch: NZ's IoT and smart city extraordinaire?
Unified Communications

Christchurch: NZ's IoT and smart city extraordinaire?

Government reaffirms commitment to smart and sustainable Christchurch rebuild, with investment in Ultra-Fast Broadband.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
Lighthouse inks deal with Macroblock
Digital Signage

Lighthouse inks deal with Macroblock

Lighthouse partners with Macroblock, eyeing to enhance LED display technology and lead market with combined expertise.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 18th Feb 2016
Love yourself(ie): New book aims to help kids navigate social media
Social Media

Love yourself(ie): New book aims to help kids navigate social media

New book 'Love Yourself(ie)' equips kids with tools for self-love amid social media's trials, fostering resilience and self-acceptance.”.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Feb 2016
Emerson Networks builds on NZ partners in wake of IoT
Internet of Things

Emerson Networks builds on NZ partners in wake of IoT

Emerson Network Power boosts NZ presence with a strategic partnership, enhancing IoT and edge computing capabilities nationwide.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Feb 2016
NZ's largest city is 'on a roll' when it comes to innovation
Smart Cities

NZ's largest city is 'on a roll' when it comes to innovation

Auckland recognised as a dynamic and rapidly transforming city in JLL's top 20 City Momentum Index. #Auckland #CityMomentumIndex.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Feb 2016
Aussie organisations: start planning for the NBN now
Unified Communications

Aussie organisations: start planning for the NBN now

As the national broadband network ramps up its business-grade service provision, it's important businesses start factoring it into their telco plans.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Feb 2016
Dick Smith support staff cut; employees owed $2m in annual leave error
Dick Smith

Dick Smith support staff cut; employees owed $2m in annual leave error

The axe has fallen on Dick Smith support office jobs, while Australian staff may be owed up to $2 million in annual leave.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Feb 2016
People-first mentality required for 2016, says experts
Disruption

People-first mentality required for 2016, says experts

A people first approach is vital for success in the digital economy, says Accenture. Businesses must equip employees with new skills to thrive.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
What's next after the Internet of Things?
Internet of Things

What's next after the Internet of Things?

The era of the Internet of Things is ending; we are now entering the era of the Pervasive Digital Presence, according to a security analyst.

By Earl Perkins • 6 min read • Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
CEOs: Stay confident in the face of uncertainty
Data Analytics

CEOs: Stay confident in the face of uncertainty

Despite economic uncertainty, 59% of CEOs foresee compromises, but confidence and risk-taking are crucial for growth, says BSI research.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
Christchurch on the road to becoming a Smart City
SMART Technologies

Christchurch on the road to becoming a Smart City

Christchurch City Council invests $330,000 in new sensing technologies to make the city smarter and more sustainable. #SmartCity #Technology.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Jan 2016