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Engineers and architects confront their gender problem
Social Media

Engineers and architects confront their gender problem

Nearly 40 organisations have backed a push to lift women’s representation in New Zealand engineering and architecture by 20 percent by 2021.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 15th Apr 2018
Recruitment expert's top tips for hiring the right talent for your organisation
Recruitment

Recruitment expert's top tips for hiring the right talent for your organisation

Desire for flexibility and varied work has given rise to the 'portfolio career': where professionals position themselves as freelancers.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Jan 2018
Work-life balance a challenge for NZ businesses
Fintech

Work-life balance a challenge for NZ businesses

Stress was a challenge in 62% of organisations surveyed, and 50% of respondents noted concerns about the mental health of staff or colleagues.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018
Digital transformation boosts businesses
Data Analytics

Digital transformation boosts businesses

Nearly half of firms say digital tools are lifting customer satisfaction as companies race to gain an edge and streamline operations.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 22nd Oct 2017

Global Stories

Flexible work stories

Huge market for flexible working tech in NZ
Hybrid & Remote Work

Huge market for flexible working tech in NZ

Technology that enables flexible working could boost New Zealand's economy by NZD $16.2 billion to NZD $18.1 billion by 2030, creating up to 83,000 jobs.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 18th Oct 2018
Flexible working isn't a passing fad - and it benefits everyone
Risk & Compliance

Flexible working isn't a passing fad - and it benefits everyone

The survey found flexible working reduces commuting time, enhances productivity, staff retention, job satisfaction, and creativity.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Jun 2018
Opportunity growth in mobility as importance of flexibility rockets
Deloitte

Opportunity growth in mobility as importance of flexibility rockets

According to a survey by Hays Recruitment, 89% of employers and 96% of professionals say flexibility is an area worth thinking about.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd May 2018
One in five NZ businesses offer flexible work hours for parents - MYOB
Fintech

One in five NZ businesses offer flexible work hours for parents - MYOB

60% offer some form of flexible work options to staff – including almost one-in-five that make specific work arrangements for staff who are parents.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Apr 2018
Jabra's new earbuds aim to be the perfect office companion
Unified Communications

Jabra's new earbuds aim to be the perfect office companion

Jabra launches Evolve 75e, UC-certified wireless earbuds with ANC and 14-hour battery life, designed to boost office productivity and collaboration.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd Jan 2018
Australia and New Zealand behind when it comes to leveraging new tech
Marketing Technologies

Australia and New Zealand behind when it comes to leveraging new tech

Only 16% of ANZ professionals consider technology to be an 'enabler of automating menial tasks to save time.'.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2017
Jabra: Work from anywhere with your mobile office
Unified Communications

Jabra: Work from anywhere with your mobile office

Advances in technology are providing modern workers with greater opportunities to perform their jobs from any location.

By David Piggott • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Oct 2017
Three tips for creating a digital transformation roadmap
Digital Transformation

Three tips for creating a digital transformation roadmap

Starting a digital transformation can be daunting. Microsoft's Paul Timmins shares three vital tips to craft an effective and future-proof roadmap.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Oct 2017
Security: The biggest benefit and challenge of cloud computing
Cybersecurity

Security: The biggest benefit and challenge of cloud computing

Cloud security is a top concern for many British enterprises, with 31% identifying it as the most prevalent challenge, according to a survey by Clutch.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Mar 2016
The Internet of Things will fail if security has no context
Data Analytics

The Internet of Things will fail if security has no context

It's not just about protecting IoT devices but the entire ecosystem, from the customer to the partner, the cloud and everything else in between.

By John Donovan • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Nov 2015
Adaptable IT architecture key to success
Productivity

Adaptable IT architecture key to success

Companies should aim for an 'endless state' IT architecture to stay agile in the fast-moving tech environment, says Teradata.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 13th Nov 2015
CIOs and mobility: Stop reacting, start doing
Mobile Device Management

CIOs and mobility: Stop reacting, start doing

Organisations unsure how to approach end user computing and manage device security, says 2015 Mobile Workforce Report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Oct 2015
NZRB undergoes business transformation with Spark Digital
Partner Programmes

NZRB undergoes business transformation with Spark Digital

New Zealand Racing Board has signed a five-year deal with Spark Digital to redesign its IT infrastructure and change how it delivers internet services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Sep 2015
Dell launches DDS, a new line of business
Network Infrastructure

Dell launches DDS, a new line of business

Dell has launched Datacenter Scalable Solutions to meet the needs of businesses just below 'top tier hyperscalers'.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Aug 2015