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China aims to dominate the world of robot technologies
Robotics

China aims to dominate the world of robot technologies

China will put resources and energy into creating robotic technologies, says Su Bo, vice minister of industry and information technology.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Nov 2014
HP invests $1.5 billion in new partner program
HP

HP invests $1.5 billion in new partner program

HP is set to invest USD $1.5 billion into a revamped partner program, aiming to simplify and enhance engagement for its partners, says CEO Meg Whitman.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Feb 2013
Samsung scraps Windows RT U.S. tablet plans
EduTech

Samsung scraps Windows RT U.S. tablet plans

South Korean company cancels plans to release Windows RT device across America as retail partners 'don't see strong demand.'.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Jan 2013
Sluggish first half pushes Rakon to $3.96M loss
Rakon

Sluggish first half pushes Rakon to $3.96M loss

A sluggish first half saw Rakon's six-month loss widen to USD $3.96M, with falling revenues and rising expenses. Shares dropped 4.4% to 43 cents.

By Pattrick Smellie • 4 min read • Fri, 16th Nov 2012
Services Ontrack for Kroll
EduTech

Services Ontrack for Kroll

<strong>Best known locally for its data recovery software, Kroll Ontrack is looking to spread its wings and offer services via a New Zealand partner.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 1st May 2012
Equico adds two new managers
EduTech

Equico adds two new managers

Increased interest from tertiary sector prompts promotion and new appointment by technology leasing specialists.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 7th Feb 2012
IT managers steering clear of multi-sourcing
IT Industry

IT managers steering clear of multi-sourcing

IT managers are ditching multi-sourcing for mega-suppliers, with 60% of contract values since 2009 going to a single, lead provider, says Ovum report.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 28th Nov 2011
ANZ business software market ripe for the picking
Software-as-a-Service

ANZ business software market ripe for the picking

Analysts at Ovum predict the ANZ business software market will reach USD $7.3 billion by 2015, driven by rising adoption of software across all categories.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 26th Sep 2011
Choosing an outsourcing partner
Data Protection

Choosing an outsourcing partner

New Zealand's SMEs are increasingly outsourcing IT support for better efficiency and savings. What should they consider when choosing a partner?.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Thu, 1st Sep 2011
Telecom fixes broadband hiccup
Unified Communications

Telecom fixes broadband hiccup

Telecom has resolved a broadband connectivity issue that disrupted internet access this morning. Customers may still face delays due to heavy demand.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 27th Jan 2011

Stories from Other Regions

Demand stories

The social media frenzy surrounding Lewis Road Creamery Chocolate Milk
Email Security

The social media frenzy surrounding Lewis Road Creamery Chocolate Milk

What started out as an experiment by Lewis Road and collaborator, Whittaker's Chocolate, is now surrounded by unforeseen hype thanks to social media.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Oct 2014
Cautious Kiwi firms seek ICT contractors as hiring lags...
Supply Chain

Cautious Kiwi firms seek ICT contractors as hiring lags...

Positive hiring intentions rise in New Zealand, but employers exercise caution in growing headcount, according to the latest Hudson Report.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2014
IT jobs in NZ... What's in demand?
Information Communication & Technology

IT jobs in NZ... What's in demand?

New IT projects fuel demand for business analysts and enterprise architects in New Zealand, with wages in these roles up 10-15%, says Robert Walters' report.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2014
Wynyard Group delivers on £21.5m revenue forecast
Wynyard Group

Wynyard Group delivers on £21.5m revenue forecast

Wynyard Group has met its 2013 revenue forecast of GBP £21.5m following its successful IPO, announcing an impressive 62% revenue growth.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 13th Jan 2014
Fronde's financials in full-flow
Data Analytics

Fronde's financials in full-flow

ANZ tech firm Fronde posts strong growth with FY13 revenue up 25.8% to AUD $59.9m and net profit soaring by 145% to AUD $2.7m, driven by cloud expansion.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 27th May 2013
How much is your job worth?
Data Analytics

How much is your job worth?

Recruiter's annual salary summary shows which IT workers should be requesting raises, and which should be happy with what they've got.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 14th May 2012
Channel businesses on prowl for new staff
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
Enable focused on ChCh fibre expansion
Unified Communications

Enable focused on ChCh fibre expansion

Enable Networks sees profit growth driven by surging fibre demand and plans to expand ultra-fast broadband coverage to 85% of Christchurch businesses next year.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 27th Oct 2010