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Do female CIOs raise IT budgets higher than males?
Information Communication & Technology

Do female CIOs raise IT budgets higher than males?

In 2014, female CIOs expect to increase their IT budgets 2.5 percent, whereas male CIOs report an average increase of 0.2 percent.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 15th May 2014
Aussie CIOs raise concerns of a digital leadership vacuum
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

Aussie CIOs raise concerns of a digital leadership vacuum

Australian IT leaders are facing challenges in digitalisation compared to their global counterparts, according to a survey by Gartner Executive Programs.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Thu, 15th May 2014
NZ ICT market dries up as professionals seek lucrative contracts
Fintech

NZ ICT market dries up as professionals seek lucrative contracts

A skills shortage is being felt in New Zealand's booming ICT industry where professionals are reverting to contracting to reap the financial rewards.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Wed, 14th May 2014
Flying Kiwis land and expand in San Francisco
Fintech

Flying Kiwis land and expand in San Francisco

Kiwi Landing Pad provides space, mentoring and programmes to help NZ tech start-ups land in the US and find success.

By Catherine Robinson • 5 min read • Fri, 9th May 2014
Are Govt's under pressure to cut IT program budgets?
Government

Are Govt's under pressure to cut IT program budgets?

Government agencies around the world are facing pressure to cut IT budgets and services, according to a survey by Gartner.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 9th May 2014
Microsoft NZ: Kiwi tech “alive and kicking”
Data Analytics

Microsoft NZ: Kiwi tech “alive and kicking”

Microsoft's acquisition of Kiwi firm GreenButton showcases New Zealand's vibrant tech scene, proving talent transcends geographic boundaries.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2014
Your invite - StorageCraft Roadmap and Technical Training
Storage

Your invite - StorageCraft Roadmap and Technical Training

StorageCraft is inviting the ICT industry to its Roadmap and Technical Training session this week, set for May 1 in Auckland.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2014
US tech giant acquires Auckland-based software developer
Information Communication & Technology

US tech giant acquires Auckland-based software developer

Optima Corporation, a Kiwi software developer, has been bought by US tech firm Intermedix, fuelling the worldwide growth of the Auckland-based company.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2014
Major Cloud Service Providers slash prices... threaten smaller players' existence
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

Major Cloud Service Providers slash prices... threaten smaller players' existence

Asia-Pacific cloud providers have lowered prices for core services, which could make it difficult for smaller providers to stay afloat.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Apr 2014
Digital businesses will spot opportunities in a matter of seconds
Information Communication & Technology

Digital businesses will spot opportunities in a matter of seconds

The ability to spot fleeting opportunities will be the hallmark of a digital business, says analyst firm Gartner.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 18th Apr 2014

Stories from Other Regions

NZCER survey: ICT use in primary schools
Information Communication & Technology

NZCER survey: ICT use in primary schools

NZ educators embrace digital learning, with 70% of teachers recognising ICT integration as a prime achievement, says NZCER report.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 28th May 2014
Million-dollar IT fraudster handed jail sentence
Government

Million-dollar IT fraudster handed jail sentence

Jimmy Ming Miu has been slapped with a jail sentence at Auckland District Court today, after been found guilty of 55 charges of fraud.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 5th May 2014
Global high-tech pioneers choose Wellington (again)...
Gaming

Global high-tech pioneers choose Wellington (again)...

Wellington secures its spot as the go-to for high-tech pioneers, with film startup 8i choosing it for their HQ.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 5th May 2014
Melbourne game developers relocate to Wellington
Gaming

Melbourne game developers relocate to Wellington

Melbourne game devs embark on a fresh start in Wellington, drawn by the vibrant gaming community and supportive high-tech environment.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2014
Lightning Lab to help more startups through national programme
Information Communication & Technology

Lightning Lab to help more startups through national programme

New partnership to expand New Zealand's startup accelerator, Lightning Lab, to Auckland and Christchurch in 2015. #startups #NewZealand.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2014
Is NZ hi-tech industry starting to address gender imbalance?
DevOps

Is NZ hi-tech industry starting to address gender imbalance?

Qual IT, New Zealand's key IT quality provider, names Angela Nash as CEO, marking progress in addressing the gender gap in the tech industry.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2014
Gen-i: Mind the gap when it comes to digital
Cloud Services

Gen-i: Mind the gap when it comes to digital

Companies are recognising the importance of digital transformation, but feel ill-equipped to deal with it. (110 characters).

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2014
Why your business needs MY HR...
Software-as-a-Service

Why your business needs MY HR...

MYHR revolutionises NZ's HR, aiding over 100 small businesses with expert support and legal peace of mind as they grow in a booming economy.

By David Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2014