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Labour-saving tools enable one person to safely do the job of two

New pullers and cordless pumps shown in Auckland could cut maintenance time and let one worker safely handle jobs once needing two.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 9th May 2018

Nokia

Spark introduces Kiwis to Android One

Spark becomes the first to bring Google's Android One to New Zealand through Nokia's new smartphones, launching with the Nokia 6.1 and Nokia 7 plus.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 8th May 2018

Global Stories

Australian stories

Cloud Access Security Broker

Cylance makes three Aussie hires in the name of ANZ expansion

The cybersecurity company has appointed a national marketing manager, an enterprise sales manager, and a senior sales engineer.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Thu, 10th May 2018

Software-as-a-Service

Equinix Cloud Exchange Fabric rollout reaches Australia

Equinix is set to launch its Equinix Cloud Exchange Fabric (ECX Fabric) in Melbourne and Sydney, after its recent expansion into Japan.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Thu, 10th May 2018

Marketing Technologies

Demand for DXPs changing the technology landscape

DXP provider Liferay says digital experience platforms are forcing a categorical shift in the technology marketplace.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Thu, 10th May 2018

Robotics

Tauranga startup signs global deal for robotic apple packers

New Zealand's Robotics Plus inks a global deal with GlobalPac Technologies to distribute its robotic apple packers, targeting US, Australia, and NZ markets.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Thu, 10th May 2018

Fintech

How the Australian budget will impact SMBs - Reckon

In light of Australia's 2018 Budget being released yesterday, Reckon ANZ MD Sam Allert comments on the ramifications for Australian small businesses.

By Kai Ping Lew • 5 min read • Wed, 9th May 2018

Unified Communications

UFB unbundling now less likely post 2020

The current regulated price points ensure that ISP's of all sizes are paying the same rate for the fibre that end users have available.

By Brendan Ritchie • 3 min read • Wed, 9th May 2018

Supply Chain

WhiteHawk cybersecurity exchange snaps up contract with US top 10 financial firm

WhiteHawk secures a USD $325,000 contract for its 360 Cyber Risk Framework with a top 10 US financial institution, marking a significant milestone.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 9th May 2018

Digital Transformation

ANZ HR leaders lagging behind global leaders in tech adoption

ServiceNow's Knowledge18 event opened in Vegas this week with news that ANZ companies are struggling to retain talent due to sluggish tech adoption.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Wed, 9th May 2018

Unified Communications

RingCentral expands in Asia Pacific with new office in Australia

RingCentral is opening a new office in Australia, appointed an APAC channel sales director, and expanded its number of local partners.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Tue, 8th May 2018

Unified Communications

Jabra names top partners in Australia & New Zealand

Jabra has honoured Polaris Communications and Ingram Micro at its APAC One Partner conference, highlighting their exceptional sales and market growth in ANZ.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Tue, 8th May 2018

Internet of Things

Interview: What Industry 4.0 and cybersecurity mean for the industrial sector

Industry 4.0 is revolutionising the industrial sector, but cybersecurity remains a crucial challenge, says Nigel Brockett of Honeywell Process Solutions.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 8th May 2018

Drones

THAT'S A WRAP: Highlights from Sydney's 2nd Annual Safety, Security and Counter-Terrorism Forum

The event took a comprehensive look at the state of play for terrorist organisations and individuals - both local and abroad.

By Patrick Martlew • 3 min read • Tue, 8th May 2018

Software Development

SAP Launches Autism at Work programme in New Zealand

SAP is bringing their global initiative to provide those on the autism spectrum with qualified employment in the company to New Zealand.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Tue, 8th May 2018

Fintech

Australia grants first banking license to fintech startup

Australia's first fintech banking license has been authorised by authorities in a bid to improve competition in a sector dominated by four major lenders.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 8th May 2018