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New WorkSafe strategy targets high-risk work
Risk & Compliance

New WorkSafe strategy targets high-risk work

The plan will concentrate inspections and permits on sectors where work-related harm is highest, including construction, forestry and farming.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
What it means to shift to a circular economy
Supply Chain

What it means to shift to a circular economy

Shifting to circular models could help New Zealand and Australia close emissions gaps, cut waste and create jobs in infrastructure and construction.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
Schneider Electric urges arc flash safety push in NZ
Risk & Compliance

Schneider Electric urges arc flash safety push in NZ

Industry pressure is growing to curb arc flash risks after New Zealand workersafe said two to four incidents happen each year and rules lag behind.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
2degrees launches New Zealand's first Wi-Fi 7 modem
Unified Communications

2degrees launches New Zealand's first Wi-Fi 7 modem

2degrees has unveiled New Zealand's first Wi-Fi 7 modem, the TP Link BE22000, enhancing SME internet capabilities with cutting-edge HyperFibre connectivity.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Sep 2024
Samsung launches AI Heat Pump Combo in New Zealand
Artificial Intelligence

Samsung launches AI Heat Pump Combo in New Zealand

Samsung debuts the Bespoke AI Heat Pump Combo in New Zealand, merging washer and dryer with advanced AI, due for release on 23rd September 2024.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Sep 2024
How small businesses can harness the productivity power of AI
Data Protection

How small businesses can harness the productivity power of AI

AI is helping small businesses in New Zealand tackle productivity issues, crucial amid tough economic conditions, by automating tasks and optimising workflows.

By James Bergin • 5 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
Fergus & Smartly partner to simplify NZ trades' payroll
Human Capital Management

Fergus & Smartly partner to simplify NZ trades' payroll

Fergus joins forces with Smartly to offer New Zealand tradespeople seamless payroll solutions at no extra cost, easing administrative work and enhancing workflow efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
NZ boosts arc flash safety but lacks federal testing rules
Application Performance Monitoring

NZ boosts arc flash safety but lacks federal testing rules

New Zealand bolsters electrical safety with tightened arc flash standards; however, gaps in federal regulation persist. Schneider Electric steps in with tailored solutions.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
Property remains New Zealand’s largest industry
Agricultural Technology

Property remains New Zealand’s largest industry

The sector now accounts for 15% of New Zealand's GDP, with 235,030 jobs and wider economic activity worth GBP £72 billion in 2022.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
What recent moves in AI mean for infrastructure
Smart Cities

What recent moves in AI mean for infrastructure

Greater investment is needed if AI is to cut costs, speed delivery and ease labour shortages across infrastructure projects.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024

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NZ cyber security agency joins global effort against PRC botnet
Storage

NZ cyber security agency joins global effort against PRC botnet

The New Zealand National Cyber Security Centre has teamed up with global partners to tackle a China-linked botnet compromising over 260,000 devices globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024
Jet Technologies launches innovative finishing solutions in ANZ
Marketing Technologies

Jet Technologies launches innovative finishing solutions in ANZ

Jet Technologies debuts its Jet iQ finishing solutions in ANZ, offering advanced label and packaging tech, bolstered by a partnership with Polly Automatics.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024
Microsoft launches AI Academy for Australasian organisations
Generative AI

Microsoft launches AI Academy for Australasian organisations

Microsoft launches AI Academy in Australia and New Zealand, set to enhance AI skills and adoption across various industries, following a successful pilot phase.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024
A/NZ consumers cut back spending at small businesses amid inflation
eCommerce

A/NZ consumers cut back spending at small businesses amid inflation

A study by Constant Contact shows that 60% of A/NZ consumers are spending less at SMBs due to inflation, the highest rate among surveyed regions.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024
AI-driven cybercrime spikes in Australia & NZ, warns Trend Micro
Malware

AI-driven cybercrime spikes in Australia & NZ, warns Trend Micro

AI-driven cybercrime surges in Australia and NZ, warns Trend Micro; thousands of attacks detected, leveraging AI to breach security defences.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Sep 2024
LJ Hooker launches Acceler8 to streamline digital marketing
Marketing Technologies

LJ Hooker launches Acceler8 to streamline digital marketing

The LJ Hooker Group is launching Acceler8, an ecosystem of digital tools to enhance marketing and efficiency, just in time for the spring selling season.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
ANZ CIOs to prioritise cybersecurity investments by 2025
Data Analytics

ANZ CIOs to prioritise cybersecurity investments by 2025

A Gartner survey reveals 88% of ANZ CIOs expect cybersecurity to see the largest tech investment rise by 2025, driven by regulations and major cyberattacks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024

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