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Ingram Micro NZ appoints industry veteran to Lenovo role
Hyperscale

Ingram Micro NZ appoints industry veteran to Lenovo role

Ingram Micro New Zealand has appointed former Distribution Central NZ boss Stewart Williams to its Lenovo team.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Oct 2017
Sync Grip Pullers offer safe, precise bearing removal
Education, Learning & Training

Sync Grip Pullers offer safe, precise bearing removal

One worker can now remove stubborn bearings more safely, as synchronised jaws cut slip risks and speed up shaft-mounted part removal.

By Geoff • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Oct 2017
How to choose the right safety knife
Supply Chain

How to choose the right safety knife

Choosing the wrong knife can raise cut risks, so workplaces should weigh the task, material, frequency and safety level before buying.

By Geoff • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Oct 2017
Kiwi digital health company wins international acclaim
Health Technologies

Kiwi digital health company wins international acclaim

NZ's Melon Health bags global tech award with its life-saving mental health apps, earning international recognition in New Orleans.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Oct 2017
Kiwi software enhances Pūhoi to Warkworth project
Software-as-a-Service

Kiwi software enhances Pūhoi to Warkworth project

A cloud-based compliance platform is giving the NZ Transport Agency, Auckland Council and contractor a single live view of consents on the $709.5m motorway.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2017
Wellbeing toolkit aims to create flourishing workplaces
Human Capital Management

Wellbeing toolkit aims to create flourishing workplaces

New guidance aims to lift engagement and productivity as employers are urged to tackle mental health risks in the workplace.

By Geoff • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2017
New research shows surge in outdoor smokefree action
University of Otago

New research shows surge in outdoor smokefree action

Councils and businesses are widening smoke-free zones across New Zealand, as researchers say current laws are lagging behind overseas standards.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Oct 2017
Risk present in all work spaces
Risk & Compliance

Risk present in all work spaces

A Rangiora Carpets worker suffered significant injuries after a 2.5-metre fall, prompting a warning to assess rarely used storage areas.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Sun, 8th Oct 2017
Sparking a successful safety programme
Risk & Compliance

Sparking a successful safety programme

More than 250,000km a year is now being covered under tighter controls as meter readers at King Country Energy log hazards and use GPS, SOS buttons and training.

By Geoff • 4 min read • Thu, 5th Oct 2017
New half-mask respirator offers comfort and safety
Agricultural Technology

New half-mask respirator offers comfort and safety

Workers are more likely to keep respiratory protection on all day as the AVIVA half-mask aims to improve comfort, fit and speech.

By Geoff • 4 min read • Tue, 3rd Oct 2017
Safety-first approach wins fleet safety awards
Human Capital Management

Safety-first approach wins fleet safety awards

Companies across Australasia were recognised for fleet safety measures aimed at cutting crashes involving at-work drivers.

By Geoff • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
Mental wellbeing at work toolkit launched
Human Capital Management

Mental wellbeing at work toolkit launched

Workplaces could see stronger engagement and a $2.30 return for every dollar spent as new guidance targets staff mental health.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Sun, 1st Oct 2017
Xero, Parrot Analytics named winners in Deloitte's regional Fast 50
Drones

Xero, Parrot Analytics named winners in Deloitte's regional Fast 50

Xero and Parrot Analytics have emerged as regional victors at Deloitte's Fast 50 awards, exemplifying NZ's diverse business growth.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Sep 2017
Beware the dangers of entering grain silos
Education, Learning & Training

Beware the dangers of entering grain silos

A WorkSafe alert warns that workers can suffocate within minutes unless silos are locked out and confined-space controls are in place.

By Geoff • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Sep 2017

Global Stories

Health stories

Seagate launches new 12TB 'Guardian' HDD range
Storage

Seagate launches new 12TB 'Guardian' HDD range

Seagate says the new drives offer the highest capacity and performance in the industry, among network-attached storage (NAS) and desktop HDDs.

By Patrick Martlew • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Oct 2017
Workday bridges business intelligence silos with Prism Analytics
Data Analytics

Workday bridges business intelligence silos with Prism Analytics

The self-service analytics solution delivers context, security, and experience organisations need to uncover critical business insights.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Oct 2017

Stories from Other Regions

Health stories

Dept of Human Services crowned winner of Government's Cyber War Games
Health Technologies

Dept of Human Services crowned winner of Government's Cyber War Games

The Government Cyber War Games included five teams, two of which were made up of representatives from multiple departments.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Oct 2017