Global Stories

Improve cloud security... sack Senior Managers

Survey reveals senior managers as major threats to cloud security, sparking calls for a drastic reshuffle at the top for better compliance.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 20th Jan 2014

Information Communication & Technology

Why booth babes don't work…

Booth babes, a relic of old marketing practices, weaken lead conversion efforts, argues Spencer Chen in TechCrunch. Are they truly bad for business?.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2014

Information Communication & Technology

Gartner: CIOs unprepared for digitalisation black hole

Over half of CIOs admit they're unprepared for the digital era, facing a 'black hole' in readiness and talent, reveals Gartner survey.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2014

Risk & Compliance

4 reasons behind the growing interest in IT risk

Exploring why IT risk interest is surging: Board members focus on cybersecurity, driven by lack of understanding and pressures to disclose.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Jan 2014

Information Communication & Technology

New Year's resolutions IT departments should make...

Reducing risk and cost could help make your company more profitable, and the impact on the bottom line may result in an impact on your salary or bonus...

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Jan 2014

Data Analytics

2014′s New Years anti-resolutions in IT...

Publishing predictions in a blog or video post around this time of year is easy and predictable. So I won't. If lots of people do something, that usua.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Jan 2014

EduTech

Tech sector concerned at slip in education standards

New Zealand's tech sector is alarmed as the latest OECD PISA survey shows a significant drop in education standards, endangering future competitiveness.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 30th Dec 2013

DevOps

Planning your business analyst resources

Properly planning and allocating business analyst resources can significantly reduce expenses for PMOs, ensuring project efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Dec 2013

Information Communication & Technology

Gartner asks... What is creativity?

When we hear the word creativity… thoughts immediately go to artistry. Creative people paint. They design. They're good with colour.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Dec 2013

Stories from Other Regions

Software Development

Tech progress not so golden for Kiwi businesses

New Zealand companies risk IT failure, not planning for growth in rapidly advancing tech sector, says Designertech CEO Ray Delany.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2014

Government

IT rules the roost with Kiwi jobs boost

New Zealand ICT continues to start the year in style, with a booming industry offering the hottest career choices for Kiwis.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2014

Information Communication & Technology

Beaming smiles as Kiwi IT salaries rise...

Kiwis enjoyed a 4.4% rise in pay during the last year, as the ICT industry continues to smash expectations and beat the national average.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2014

Trade Me

Kiwi IT jobs boom smashes $110k salary mark

The New Zealand job market is thriving, with a 17% increase in job listings in the final quarter of 2013 compared to the previous year.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2014

Information Communication & Technology

Are you having reconciliation nightmares?

BIZview revolutionises the grim world of recon, unveiling where companies unknowingly bleed cash and offering a sharp solution.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2014

Apple

Profits galore as Kiwi business confidence soars

Kiwi firms hit 20-year optimism high, eyeing more jobs and profit, as NZIER flags nationwide economic upswing.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2014

Software Development

Is a desire for 'all-in-one' functionality the reason for IT failures?

NZ firms warned against 'all-in-one' IT systems that promise much but are hard to use, says Designertech CEO. Simplicity could be key to success.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sat, 4th Jan 2014

Information Communication & Technology

Kiwi bricks and mortar retailers missing basic mobile functionality

NZ retailers lag in tech, facing a battle versus online giants. Experts urge adoption of mobile innovations to boost foot traffic.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Dec 2013

Information Communication & Technology

Labour's David Cunliffe on ICT

A long time ICT fan, David Cunliffe was keen to step back into an ICT role, taking over as Labour spokesperson when he took over the reins as Opposition leader.

By Heather Wright • 7 min read • Mon, 23rd Dec 2013