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NZ sees universal wage growth, highest paying regions revealed
Jobs

NZ sees universal wage growth, highest paying regions revealed

Wages are largely up this year, so money may not be the factor it once was in influencing employees willingness to resign.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Feb 2022
40,000 NZ small businesses reap rewards of Digital Boost programme
eCommerce

40,000 NZ small businesses reap rewards of Digital Boost programme

The Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE)'s Digital Boost programme has now attracted more than 40,000 New Zealand businesses.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Oct 2021
Online security a concern as screen addiction surges during COVID-19 lockdown
Online services

Online security a concern as screen addiction surges during COVID-19 lockdown

COVID-19 is fueling screen addiction among New Zealanders, with 36% admitting they are hooked, according to NortonLifeLock's global study.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 25th Aug 2021
Huge uptake in digital mental health services during lockdown - NZHIT
Health Technologies

Huge uptake in digital mental health services during lockdown - NZHIT

Kiwis are increasingly turning to online mental health services for support as they grapple with the uncertainty brought on by the lockdown.

By Samantha Gee • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Aug 2021

Global Stories

Ivanti study reveals employee sentiments about future of work
EduTech

Ivanti study reveals employee sentiments about future of work

Focusing on technologies that improve employee and IT experiences is critical for 'future of work' success and retaining talent.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Mar 2022
IWD 2022: Leading during uncertain times - the rising importance of empathy
Data Analytics

IWD 2022: Leading during uncertain times - the rising importance of empathy

We're currently witnessing one of the greatest shifts in workplace culture in history with 'control and command' leadership fading out.

By Gabrielle Cichero • 5 min read • Tue, 8th Mar 2022
Why HR is becoming increasingly more strategic for business
Human Capital Management

Why HR is becoming increasingly more strategic for business

Data-driven decision-making, employee experiences and the rise of HXM. The function of HR is becoming far more strategic to businesses.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 4 min read • Wed, 2nd Mar 2022
Digital transformation, privacy and the 'darkside' of the Metaverse
Digital Transformation

Digital transformation, privacy and the 'darkside' of the Metaverse

The metaverse is coming, but are we ready? Cambridge Analytica whistleblower, Chris Wylie, warns of the potential risks and consequences.

By Billy Loizou • 5 min read • Wed, 23rd Feb 2022
Can artificial intelligence protect people from dating app scams?
Data Privacy

Can artificial intelligence protect people from dating app scams?

A new survey has revealed how much of personal information app users would give to to artificial intelligence.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Feb 2022
COVID-19 has led to a surge in employees looking to change jobs or upskill
Human Capital Management

COVID-19 has led to a surge in employees looking to change jobs or upskill

People turn to robots for career support after feeling lonely and disconnected during the pandemic, says Oracle study.

By Catherine Knowles • 6 min read • Wed, 27th Oct 2021
Virtual reality could help treat anxiety - research
EduTech

Virtual reality could help treat anxiety - research

The research could pave the way for large-scale efficacy testing, clinical use and cost-effective delivery of intelligent individualised VR technology.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Oct 2021
ANZ healthcare providers facing an unprecedented amount of real-time data
Software-as-a-Service

ANZ healthcare providers facing an unprecedented amount of real-time data

Healthcare providers in Australia and New Zealand are leveraging real-time data to make informed decisions during the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Oct 2021
A tech transition: how company culture and employee learning can thrive in a hybrid work environment
DevOps

A tech transition: how company culture and employee learning can thrive in a hybrid work environment

Flexible work is here to stay, but a decline in wellbeing has occurred. Technology can support employee care and engagement in a hybrid world of work.

By Jacinta Moses • 5 min read • Wed, 22nd Sep 2021
Creating space for connections and collaboration
EduTech

Creating space for connections and collaboration

As time continues, expect to see more engagement with Microsoft Teams and more impactful usage for the application by first-line workers.

By Stef Shoffren • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Sep 2021
Kiwi student wellbeing company closes $1.8m funding round
Icehouse

Kiwi student wellbeing company closes $1.8m funding round

New Zealand-based platform Komodo has closed a NZ$1.8m seed round led by Folklore Ventures to advance student wellbeing.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Sep 2021
Game Review: Psychonauts 2 (Xbox One/Xbox Series X/PC)
Gaming

Game Review: Psychonauts 2 (Xbox One/Xbox Series X/PC)

Psychonauts 2 delivers old-school platforming with a polished aesthetic and unique art style. It's a highly enjoyable game.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Tue, 31st Aug 2021
Q&A: Nemesysco explores the future of voice analytics
Unified Communications

Q&A: Nemesysco explores the future of voice analytics

Voice analytics could be the key to supporting employee wellness, according to Lior Doron, Director of HR Solutions at Nemesysco.

By Sara Barker • 7 min read • Fri, 20th Aug 2021

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