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Celonis & Zespri celebrate success in process optimisation
Data Analytics

Celonis & Zespri celebrate success in process optimisation

Zespri's collaboration with Celonis has revolutionised their business operations, cutting vendor invoice cycle times by 27% and boosting purchase order conformance to 88%.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 12th Aug 2024
nib launches AI Symptom Checker to ease New Zealand healthcare
Health Technologies

nib launches AI Symptom Checker to ease New Zealand healthcare

Nib launches AI-powered Symptom Checker to ease New Zealand's healthcare system strain, guiding members to suitable treatment and reducing ER overcrowding.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
Crypto market plummets 20% amid global financial downturn
Crypto

Crypto market plummets 20% amid global financial downturn

The cryptocurrency market plummets nearly 20%, dropping to USD $1.76 trillion, as Bitcoin and Ethereum face double-digit declines.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Aug 2024
The 'crucial' impact AI is having in New Zealand's classrooms
EduTech

The 'crucial' impact AI is having in New Zealand's classrooms

Ministry of Education's Ellen MacGregor- Reid has revealed the profound impact AI is having on New Zealand's education.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 6th Aug 2024
Westcon sees significant growth in revenue for FY2024
Network Infrastructure

Westcon sees significant growth in revenue for FY2024

Westcon reports robust FY2024 financials with significant revenue growth driven by strategic investments in cloud services and cybersecurity solutions.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Aug 2024
Panasonic New Zealand reports annual financial performance amidst market challenges
Digital Transformation

Panasonic New Zealand reports annual financial performance amidst market challenges

Panasonic NZ reports resilient performance with $148.2M in revenue and a 28.5% gross profit margin despite facing economic headwinds and market challenges.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Mon, 5th Aug 2024
Dell New Zealand sees 16% decline in revenue in FY2024
Financial results

Dell New Zealand sees 16% decline in revenue in FY2024

Dell New Zealand reported a sharp 16% drop in FY2024 revenues, with total earnings falling from NZD $288 million to NZD $240.3 million, as market demand shrinks.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 5th Aug 2024
Microsoft backs New Zealand's AI strategy for digital growth
Digital Transformation

Microsoft backs New Zealand's AI strategy for digital growth

Microsoft endorses New Zealand's new AI strategy, pledging support for innovation and economic growth through upcoming initiatives and a new cloud region.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024
Okta commits $50 million to support global digital challenges
Digital Transformation

Okta commits $50 million to support global digital challenges

Okta commits USD $50 million to tackle cybersecurity, digital equity, and climate action via its Okta for Good initiative.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 31st Jul 2024
DLA Piper report highlights 2024 global M&A trends & insights
Artificial Intelligence

DLA Piper report highlights 2024 global M&A trends & insights

DLA Piper's 2024 Global M&A Intelligence Report reveals crucial trends in the M&A sector, highlighting buyer dominance and the rising influence of AI and ESG factors.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Jul 2024
Experian unveils two new digital banking solutions for NZ
Customer Experience

Experian unveils two new digital banking solutions for NZ

Experian introduces two digital solutions in New Zealand to simplify confusing bank statements, promising enhanced customer experiences and operational efficiencies.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jul 2024
Education New Zealand partners with Virtuoso for tech upgrade
Cybersecurity

Education New Zealand partners with Virtuoso for tech upgrade

Education New Zealand partners with Virtuoso for 24/7 tech support and security, aiming to enhance staff productivity and IT resource use across its global offices.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
ARC Vets installs cutting-edge imaging technology in New Zealand
Health Technologies

ARC Vets installs cutting-edge imaging technology in New Zealand

ARC Vets has installed advanced CT and MRI systems at ARC Central Hospital, offering high-quality diagnostic care for New Zealand's 4.35 million pets.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
New Zealand unveils AI blueprint aiming for global leadership by 2030
EduTech

New Zealand unveils AI blueprint aiming for global leadership by 2030

New Zealand's AI Forum unveils a detailed AI Blueprint for Aotearoa, aiming to make the country a leading hub for responsible AI innovation by 2030.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
Michele Blake appointed head of distribution at Kōura Wealth
Kiwisaver

Michele Blake appointed head of distribution at Kōura Wealth

Michele Blake takes helm at Kōura Wealth's Distribution, aiming to enhance financial advisors' potential in optimising KiwiSaver amid rapid company growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024
Emerge & SquareOne introduce Blue tick email verification in NZ
Cloud Services

Emerge & SquareOne introduce Blue tick email verification in NZ

Emerge and SquareOne introduce Blue tick email verification to combat phishing scams in New Zealand, enhancing trust and security in fintech communications.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024
Fidelity Life launches enhanced E-App with UnderwriteMe
Unified Communications

Fidelity Life launches enhanced E-App with UnderwriteMe

Fidelity Life teams with UnderwriteMe to launch E-App, transforming life insurance applications in New Zealand by streamlining the underwriting process.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
Spark Business Group joins Microsoft Intelligent Security Association
Unified Communications

Spark Business Group joins Microsoft Intelligent Security Association

Spark Business Group boosts its cyber security prowess by joining the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association, targeting enhanced services for NZ organisations.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
Massey University, Farm Focus enhance agribusiness education
Unified Communications

Massey University, Farm Focus enhance agribusiness education

Massey University has partnered with Farm Focus to pilot a programme enhancing agribusiness students' financial skills using hands-on software.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2024