Kiwi SMEs more confident than Aussies
New Zealand small business operators are more confident of improved revenue this year, according to the latest review of trans-Tasman...
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Business location crucial in online era
Location is still vital for businesses despite the rise of online and mobile communication, according to a new survey by workspace provider...
Economic optimism attracts international architecture practice
Woods Bagot is setting up a global design studio in Auckland and intends to hire local...
Rebound in confidence bodes well for 2016
Small firms expect to do more business, lift investment and hire more staff in 2016 as confidence rebounds strongly into the New Year,...
Anti-corruption advice from Ministry of Justice
The Ministry of Justice has provided practical advice on anti-corruption compliance, how to create a fraud and corruption policy and how to...
Software partnership helps prevent retail crime
A recently signed partnership agreement between Auror and New Zealand Police is set to increase the range of crime prevention tools...
Kiwi technology could ‘Gamify’ fitness for millions
New Kiwi developed digital technology is set to reshape the fitness industry for millions globally, and capitalise on the growing...
Work-life balance best for rural and southern businesses
If you are planning to start a new business in the New Year and still want to have some time to enjoy the best of the Kiwi lifestyle, it...
Dramatic improvement in business outlook
The business outlook has improved dramatically according to the latest results of the Employers Survey conducted by the...
Baby boomers misunderstood and untapped
Baby boomers, the country’s largest market segment, may be one of our most misunderstood and overlooked generations, according to...
Time to take stock as tourism trends upwards
With New Zealand tourism on the upswing, the industry is in a good position to take stock of its future direction, says Lincoln University...
Plenty to do before Christmas shutdown
Chartered accountant group, NZ CA Limited, reminds businesses that there are important tasks still to be completed before the doors can be...
Golden Oldies brand owner opens UK office
Vintage Sport & Leisure (VSL), a privately-owned event management and travel organisation based in Takapuna, Auckland , is opening an...
Lending when others won’t
If you’ve applied to the usual commercial lenders for a modest business loan and been turned down, then Microwise may be able to...
Wellington business wins top attitude award
CQ Hotels Wellington is proof that inclusion and diversity in the workplace are a winning formula. GM Olivier Lacoua recently accepted the...
Asia-Pacific Energy Leaders’ Summit
The BusinessNZ Energy Council is co-hosting this conference with the World Energy Council and APEC in Wellington. It will provide a...
Overseas vs local cloud vendors: 10 factors to consider
Choosing between a local or overseas cloud provider used to be simple, but not any more, says Jack...
Technology update: Smarter information management
Roland Tuck explains how SharePoint Online can help business people realise the power of the information data they already...
How to ensure the season is merry for your business
The festive season is the busiest time of the year for many businesses, but it can also be really...
Visionary business partnership with Manurewa High School
An agreement has been recently signed that lays the foundation for a new way of schools working in partnership with business....
Sweet business suite
Business productivity’s about planning and accessing key data. Shay Lambert explains how SAP Business ByDesign makes a difference to...
Is your brand output consistent?
Companies can spend thousands on marketing to differentiate their brand, yet lack a...
Lightning Lab AKL back for round 2
After the success of the first programme, Lightning Lab Auckland is now back and taking applications for their 2016...
Glass printer spurs growth for Warkworth business
Glasshape’s new $750,000 Israeli-made glass printing machine represents the very latest in glass printing technology and provides the...
Disrupting mobile app attracts more investment
At just 27, Milan Reinartz is founder of Postr, a lockscreen app with almost 15,000 registered users, which pays you for hosting ads...
Making cash from the social mish mash
Mish Guru’s technology helps brands both manage their Snapchat content and access analytics to track how their campaigns are...
Beating the shopping baby blues
Aisleworx, a company making specialised, child-friendly shopping carts, is aiming to transform unhappy shopping experiences with children...
Most companies unaware of cyber breach costs
Most New Zealand companies and organisations are unaware of the probability of and real cost of cyber security breaches, a New Zealand tech...
Waikato initiative aims to spur student innovation
A new initiative developed by the University and Waikato Students’ Union will offer University of Waikato students the opportunity to...
Kiwi businesses must respond to growing consumer demand for sustainability
Kiwis are more interested than ever in choosing the sustainable option when purchasing goods or services and while mainstream businesses...