Wellington Water delivers difficult infrastructure with the help of Mooven

Wellington Water and GHD worked together to get an in-depth understanding of what was happening around their projects and the impact on their community.

A taxing year: How IRD responded to the pandemic while keeping its massive tax system upgrade on track

What do we need from the Labour government for innovation to thrive?

Government’s innovation approach won’t change overnight - at least not the way things are now, says Aware Group’s CEO.

The New Zealand government’s AI partnership with the World Economic Forum

The New Zealand government is joining a cohort of leaders in regulating AI.

New Zealand’s proposed health reforms are focused on big data – what’s the business opportunity?

If its recommendations are adopted, the government commissioned review of the health sector would be groundbreaking.

Partnering with the New Zealand Government – using data to drive change

The New Zealand government collaborates closely with data specialists to develop and implement community insight-led solutions.

Kiwi tech entrepreneurs must look outside NZ for funding, says Rocket Lab CEO Peter Beck

Tina Moore speaks with Rocket Lab Founder and CEO, Peter Beck, on how space is an integral part of our everyday lives, why being in Silicon Valley doesn’t matter, and why Kiwi tech entrepreneurs need to dream bigger.

Apple surprises with latest news – Sarah Putt and Paul Spain

Tech observer, Paul Spain, speaks with the editor of CIO - what's up with TikTok and Trump's rally? Are NZ Police freezing $140m linked to Cyber-crime? Will Netflix's Australian ‘Local Originals’ hire happen for NZ? Also, Rocket Lab and Apple's big mid-year announcements.

The New Zealand Government is radically rethinking its Health and Disability Sector

The Government yesterday announced its commitment to a long-term equity programme for health and disability. In part, the report was a response to the past lack of planning around digital technology.

Boost innovation, connect globally: What Microsoft has planned for NZ’s Azure cloud data region, from its local lead

This week, Dave Howden is joined by Patrick Quesnel, Microsoft Azure BG Lead, for a discussion around the new Microsoft Azure region as announced earlier this week.

Three tech leaders on riding out the pandemic

Three New Zealand tech industry leaders share how they’ve fared during the pandemic, the realities of working from home and ideas for how the sector can bounce back.

Good governance will help tech firms get to the “productivity frontier”

Why are some Kiwi businesses globally productive and successful, and others not? If you are a tech company business leader structured governance is key to accelerating growth and performance, says Institute of Directors Chief Executive Kirsten Patterson. She says good governance will help drive organisations toward a sustainable future and be the roadmap of the “productivity frontier”.

The Digital Council’s advice to the New Zealand Government about building an empowered digital economy, post pandemic

Yesterday, the Digital Council, the Government's digital advisory group, released its statement of recommendations post-COVID-19 recovery. I spoke to Mitchell Pham, Council Chair, just after the release, for more detail.

5 great Kiwi apps to come out of Covid-19

Kiwis have been innovating in the face of the pandemic and there’s been an influx of new apps ‒ but not all of them are worth your time. I’ve picked some of my favourites, available on both Android and iPhone, including ones that will hopefully stick around long after the pandemic.

Gisborne District Council’s new intranet improves communication with Office 365 and Information Leadership

Gisborne District Council (GDC) is a local government authority based in the North Island of New Zealand. Information Leadership partnered with GDC to deliver an intranet on their existing Office 365 platform. This sets them up to take advantage of the Office 365 toolset and incorporate cloud technology enhancements as required. The purpose of the project was to improve communication and bring staff together.

What next on the radar of micromobility for smarter cities of the future?

With commuters edging to get out of the house and back on the roads, governments are called to re-think e-scooter schemes and what a micromobile future might look like.

The who and why of New Zealand’s new digital policy advisor

The recent announcement of the Digital Council for Aotearoa New Zealand reflects the country’s changing stance on digital policy to respond to a fast-moving data landscape.

Helping government make the right decisions – Dot Loves Data’s Government Director on what’s behind their Covid-19 Response Dashboard

I asked Government Director of Dot Loves Data, Justin Lester, about their Covid-19 Response Dashboard that’s being used by ACC, MBIE and other decision makers in their agenda setting amid the disruption.

Smart communities – Aware Group Smart Twin Presentation

Aware Group are Asia Pacific leaders in AI who have unique experience in both public and private sector unlocking intelligent data insights which matter. They hold multiple levels of security clearances, based on strong ethical backgrounds.

Brislen Communications – down the rabbit hole

Leading tech commentator and communications head at Umbrellar, Paul Brislen, and Dave Howden talk strategic communications. They delve into the changing industry, proactive communications, influencers, social media regulation, and the role of the reader.

Aura Information Security – the security game

What are the fundamentals of cloud security? Join General Manager of leading cyber security consultancy, Aura Information Security, Peter Bailey, and our Head of Cloud, Dave Howden, in this sit-down session where they talk fraud, social engineering, business responsibility, chipsets and database protection.