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Channel businesses on prowl for new staff
Microsoft Windows

Channel businesses on prowl for new staff

Resellers and systems integrators are looking for more staff according to one recruitment agency, which says that poses some challenges for employers.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Aug 2011
HP TouchPad price queried
Apple

HP TouchPad price queried

HP faces scrutiny over TouchPad pricing as its NZD $799 and $949 models are significantly higher compared to US prices, despite factors like GST and freight.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 1st Aug 2011
Tramping New Zealand
Cloud Services

Tramping New Zealand

New website Tramping New Zealand offers comprehensive guides on hikes, national parks, and tramping huts, catering to both seasoned and novice hikers.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 1st Aug 2011
The technology behind our rugby
Gaming

The technology behind our rugby

Next month, from September 9th until October 23rd, New Zealand will welcome the Rugby World Cup 2011. This will no doubt be an unforgettable time;.

By Staff Writer • 12 min read • Mon, 1st Aug 2011
Blogger named Fellow of InternetNZ
InternetNZ

Blogger named Fellow of InternetNZ

InternetNZ recognises three new fellows and re-elects incumbent councillors at its annual general meeting. David Farrar among new fellows.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 29th Jul 2011
NZ start-ups need to think big
Enterprise Content Management

NZ start-ups need to think big

At just 18, Sam Minnée founded SilverStripe with friends in Wellington. Today, he urges NZ start-ups to dream big and to seek offshore customers early.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Jul 2011
Mobiles, social media key for customer communications
Unified Communications

Mobiles, social media key for customer communications

Kiwi businesses urged to leverage mobile and social media as 70% of New Zealanders now use social platforms and 36% access the internet via mobile devices.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Jul 2011
Clearswift launches aggressive partner programme
Clearswift

Clearswift launches aggressive partner programme

Clearswift ignites IT market with bold partner offer: 20% undercut and a fridge full of beer incentives for sales achievements.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Jul 2011
Amex to offer daily deals on Facebook
Payment Technologies

Amex to offer daily deals on Facebook

American Express has launched a Facebook app, Link, Like, Love, offering targeted daily deals and automatic discounts, reshaping the daily deal market.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 20th Jul 2011
Clearswift launch today in Auckland
Clearswift

Clearswift launch today in Auckland

Connector Systems and Clearswift invite New Zealand's resellers and integrators to their Auckland launch today, kicking off at 3:30pm at the Hilton Hotel.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 20th Jul 2011
New Zealand facing ewaste crisis
e-waste & Recycling

New Zealand facing ewaste crisis

New Zealand faces an ewaste crisis with 2.2 million TVs and 1.5 million computers set to be discarded. Calls for government regulation are growing.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Jul 2011
Praise, criticism for NZ technology industry
Fintech

Praise, criticism for NZ technology industry

American entrepreneur Peter Thiel lauds New Zealand's tech talent and investments, yet faces critique from local engineers citing a lack of global perspective.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Jul 2011
Proxim Wireless appoints Renaissance
Wireless Networks

Proxim Wireless appoints Renaissance

Proxim Wireless has named Renaissance as its second distributor in New Zealand, bolstering its network business with a focus on Wi-Fi and back-haul systems.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 5th Jul 2011
Cyber attacks top threat to business
Virtualisation

Cyber attacks top threat to business

Cyber attacks are now the top threat to New Zealand businesses, with nearly two-thirds having faced a breach in the past year, a new study reveals.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Jul 2011

Global Stories

New Zealand (NZ) stories

Dell climbs aboard Team New Zealand
Network Infrastructure

Dell climbs aboard Team New Zealand

Dell teams up with Emirates Team New Zealand as the exclusive IT supplier for the 34th America's Cup, promising a tech edge in 2013.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Jul 2011
Aastra rolls out local channel programme
Unified Communications

Aastra rolls out local channel programme

Aastra revamps its New Zealand approach with a local channel programme, new hires, and imminent product launches to boost market share and partner engagement.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Jul 2011
Moving On Down: Routers Reach New Markets
Network Infrastructure

Moving On Down: Routers Reach New Markets

Juniper Networks is expanding the reach of its routing equipment to more of the New Zealand market, as high-end gear like the MX80 becomes more affordable.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Jul 2011
HDS Makes Play for clouds
Storage

HDS Makes Play for clouds

Hitachi Data Systems is diving into cloud solutions, aiming to open new markets and find fresh partnerships in Australia and New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Jul 2011