Enlighten Designs named OpenAI Select Partner in NZ
about 2 hours agoThe Hamilton software firm gains access to OpenAI support as it helps clients move AI projects from pilots into everyday use.
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AskNicely & JAVLN partner to boost broker retention
The tie-up could help brokers spot at-risk clients earlier by linking service records with real-time feedback before renewals are due.
Epson opens Auckland centre to mark 40 years in NZ
The Freemans Bay site gives customers hands-on access to Epson's range as the company seeks to deepen its business footprint in New Zealand.
NZ firms need better systems before scaling AI, Reframr
Only 2% of New Zealand organisations see themselves as AI teamwork leaders, as most spending still favours technology over people.
Steve McHaffie wins Canterbury Westland excavator title
The Thompson Engineering drainlayer will now represent the region at the national finals after edging 15 experienced rivals and a novice field.
New Zealand launches Cyber Smart Week with scam warning
Rising AI-driven scams are prompting agencies to push basic defences, as the annual awareness drive urges New Zealanders to act before breaches bite.
PortConnect links New Zealand port data to CargoWise
Freight forwarders in New Zealand can now see container-level port events inside CargoWise, improving visibility and helping to cut demurrage delays.
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AI workloads & modern facilities driving Honeywell growth
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Buyers could face fewer post-settlement surprises as drones, thermal cameras and LiDAR expose hidden defects in New Zealand homes.
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The C-Suite Playbook: 11 Lessons for emerging tech leaders
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Incorta launches governed data tools for analytics & AI
Businesses will be able to build data pipelines in a governed environment, as Incorta seeks to cut tool sprawl and reduce AI errors.
Asia Pacific leads shift to software-defined manufacturing
Rising labour shortages and geopolitical pressure are pushing manufacturers towards automation, with Asia Pacific now accounting for 74% of new robot deployments.
Gresham launches AI tool to speed up reconciliations
Banks could cut reconciliation setup time sharply as Gresham's new AI interface lets business users build controls without specialist support.
PepsiCo backs five Asia Pacific startups for expansion
The deal could widen deployment of sustainability tools across Asia Pacific, while giving PepsiCo more commercially ready options from its startup pipeline.
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Donovan Jackson
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Fascinated by the technology industry after a visit to a Computer Faire in 1998, Donovan Jackson first worked as a public relations consultant for enterprise software and hardware distribution companies in 2000, then as a journalist for IDG-affiliated channel and trade publications, and as a producer of commercial content as an agency owner through the 2000s and 2010s. He has served as ITBrief editor in the last days of the printed magazine, and has a long association with TechDay as a contributor to special projects. Donovan has wide interests spanning technology, philosophy, bicycles, literature, psychology, motorcycles, travel, geography, history, general knowledge, and various combinations of these and other subjects.
Jake MacAndrew
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Fastly named Leader in IDC MarketScape WAAP assessment
The recognition may help Fastly win business as firms seek to curb bot traffic, API abuse and fragmented defences across online services.
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Three-quarters of AI assistant use was unsanctioned, underscoring why enterprises are turning to tighter controls as adoption jumps nearly 1,000% year on year.
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DXC partners LangChain to govern enterprise AI agents
Concerns over control and compliance are driving uptake as DXC says its AI operations platform already serves 67 customers and is scaling to 125 environments.
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Airrived named leader in IDC MarketScape for AI SOC
The recognition may boost Airrived's visibility as security teams seek AI tools that can cut alert backlogs without losing human oversight.
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