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Why operations teams are still needed in an automated world
Data Analytics

Why operations teams are still needed in an automated world

Downtime and lost revenue can still hit automated warehouses without on-site teams to fix faults fast and plan preventative maintenance.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Jun 2021
Waikato DHB attack a wake up call on cyber security
Software-as-a-Service

Waikato DHB attack a wake up call on cyber security

Patients and staff faced disrupted clinical services after hackers crippled Waikato DHB’s systems in a ransomware attack.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Sun, 23rd May 2021
Is standardised training the way forward?
eLearning

Is standardised training the way forward?

Hundreds of Southbase Construction staff have gained digital badges as standardised micro-learning helps lift consistency, safety and promotion prospects.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Tue, 18th May 2021
The future of on-site training
Industrial IoT

The future of on-site training

Construction firms are cutting call-outs and speeding up onboarding as wearable, cloud-based mentoring puts expert guidance on site in real time.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Sun, 16th May 2021
Startup incubator Te Ōhaka holds event showcasing current projects
Education, Learning & Training

Startup incubator Te Ōhaka holds event showcasing current projects

Ara training institute staff have been invited to Christchurch's startup hub Te Ōhaka to mix with some of the centre's current startup projects.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Fri, 7th May 2021
What do Privacy Act changes mean for company policy?
Data Protection

What do Privacy Act changes mean for company policy?

Contractors may need tighter privacy policies as new rules on sign-in sheets, breaches and offshore data transfers raise compliance risks.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 7th May 2021
Greatest risks to businesses in 2021
Disaster Recovery

Greatest risks to businesses in 2021

COVID-19 has pushed non-occupational disease to the top of the list, as businesses face rising cyber, health and climate risks.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 28th Apr 2021
Kicking off the financial year right
Data Analytics

Kicking off the financial year right

Busy tradies in New Zealand risk cash-flow headaches unless they tighten invoicing, GST and PAYE routines now, says Fergus founder Dan Pollard.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 26th Apr 2021
The unseen risks of remote work
Human Capital Management

The unseen risks of remote work

Nearly half of workers are logging longer hours for no extra pay, raising burnout, trust and retention risks for employers.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 28th Mar 2021
Apprenticeship Boost extension – everything you need to know
Education, Learning & Training

Apprenticeship Boost extension – everything you need to know

Employers can now claim support for apprentices for longer, with the subsidy running until August and backing training in critical industries.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Mar 2021
Microsoft commits to NZ's tech future with free Azure training
Public Cloud

Microsoft commits to NZ's tech future with free Azure training

Microsoft is offering free Azure certification courses for AWS certified professionals in New Zealand. Find out more here.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Mar 2021

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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Schneider Electric collaborates with Cisco and LEDC
Unified Communications

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Schneider Electric collaborates with Cisco and LEDC

Today, TechDay speaks to Schneider's general manager of data centres Mark Deguara, who discusses the company's recent collaboration with Cisco and LEDC.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Jun 2021
Kaspersky launches new course to defend users against doxing
Cybersecurity

Kaspersky launches new course to defend users against doxing

Kaspersky launches free online course to educate on dangers of doxing, emphasizing the need for digital security.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 27th Apr 2021
Fortinet looks to reduces cyber skills gap with Training Advancement Agenda
Firewalls

Fortinet looks to reduces cyber skills gap with Training Advancement Agenda

Fortinet expands its Training Advancement Agenda programme to address the cyber skills gap and connect individuals to employers.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 26th Apr 2021
Jamf updates teacher and parent support for Mac & other Apple devices
EduTech

Jamf updates teacher and parent support for Mac & other Apple devices

The updates across Jamf Teacher and Jamf Parent apps, which are provided as part of the Jamf School offering, support remote and hybrid classroom environments.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Apr 2021
AWS launches machine learning training for business leaders
Hyperscale

AWS launches machine learning training for business leaders

Amazon Web Services has launched free digital training courses in a bid to empower business leaders with machine learning knowledge.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Apr 2021
Cybersecurity training may be broken - report
Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity training may be broken - report

Cybersecurity training during the pandemic is insufficient, with 61% of employees failing a basic test, according to a survey from TalentLMS.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Apr 2021
New Zealand at serious risk of ruining digital future
EduTech

New Zealand at serious risk of ruining digital future

New Zealand's digital future is at serious risk due to a skills mismatch, impacting education, businesses, and the economy, warns a new survey.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Jan 2021