2012

Exporter Profile: Mining new markets

With its 3D geological modelling software, Christchurch company ARANZ Geo is achieving worldwide success.
NZBusiness has the story behind a remarkable company mining a specialist niche market. By Glenn Baker.

2013’s Top 12 Business Challenges

There has been plenty of talk lately about the changes businesses will need to make if they are to see growth in 2013. Customer Experiences managing director Chris Bell has listed 12 areas that business will need to gain a greater understanding of, if business performance is to improve.

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Hello world

For a little country at the bottom of the world, New Zealand punches above its weight on exports. The range of products is enormous and the number of countries welcoming products made or grown in New Zealand continues to expand. But 2012 has been one of the more challenging years for exporters, as Patricia Moore reports

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Predicting the unpredictable

Kevin Kevany interviews several leading crystal ball gazers on the rise of ‘effectiveness’, ‘responsive design’ AdWords Express, YouTube, email’s survival and a whole lot more.

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Business ethics: She’ll be right?

A recent visit by Philippa Foster Back, director of the UK-based Institute of Business Ethics, highlighted the need for business owners and managers to understand and implement a strong business ethics regime.

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Three cheers for the chocolatiers

It’s been 21 years since boutique chocolate maker Devonport Chocolates first began creating its delectable delights. Glenn Baker went to wish them a happy birthday and get the story behind one of this country’s most loved chocolate brands.

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NZBusiness December 2012

COVER STORY
Building culinary bridges
FEATURES
New Year Business Resolutions
The X-Port File: Hello world!
Predicting the unpredictable

 

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Controlling the cashflow cycle

How would you prefer your cashflow – an intermittent trickle or a steady stream? NZBusiness consulted the experts to help business owners improve their cash position.

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Gathering mobile momentum

The smartphone is altering tomorrow before it even arrives – changing forever the way businesses connect and communicate.

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Mentoring by design

Peter Boyes talks to the owners of boutique Auckland design agency Mount Deluxe, who are sold on the power of business mentoring.

The road back to solvency

When a business is staring down the barrel of insolvency, the solution can often be found through the Voluntary Administration regime.