Stories by Staff - Page 604

No PlayTV for NZ in 2009
Tue, 3rd Nov 2009
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Sony Computer Entertainment New Zealand has confirmed that the PlayStation 3’s PlayTV peripheral will not see local distribution before the end of 2009.

Xero to launch personal edition in 2010
Mon, 2nd Nov 2009
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fintech
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financial systems
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xero
Xero gears up to launch its Personal finance edition in 2010, aiming to revolutionize how small business owners manage expenses.

Buzz Aldrin touches down for telco conference
Mon, 2nd Nov 2009
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uc
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telco
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vodafone
The second man on the moon, Buzz Aldrin, is the headlining act at a conference organised by the country’s telcos in March next year.

DON'T MISS: SAP User Group Conference 2009
Mon, 2nd Nov 2009
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data analytics
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digital entertainment
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deloitte
The 2009 NZSUG Conference in Auckland on 11-12 November will unite SAP users from New Zealand and Australia to share innovative business solutions.

Left 4 Dead 2: First impressions
Mon, 2nd Nov 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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chillisoft
I’ve just been dropped off by boat with three other fellow survivors onto a pier on the outskirts of New Orleans.

Fast broadband no effect on productivity
Mon, 2nd Nov 2009
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uc
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fibre
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telco
[UPDATED]There are no discernable business productivity gains in switching from slow to fast broadband, according to groundbreaking new research.

The Western Roamer
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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uc
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telco
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vodafone
The Western Roamer, a frequent traveller to Europe, the US, and Australia, faces varied mobile roaming charges but finds data use hotel fees may be costlier.

Very High Speed Broadband
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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uc
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commerce commission
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telco
Telecom is trialling new technology to turbo-charge broadband speeds, but it could be a while before users can take advantage of it.

Rockin ringtones
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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telecom
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awards
Local artist Tiki Taane tops Telecom's 2009 Mobile Music Awards, as digital music sales in New Zealand soar by 20%, highlighting market growth.

Still free for country callers
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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uc
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commerce commission
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telco
Toll-free local calling for all New Zealanders – including those who live in rural and remote areas – will remain despite an upheaval in the way it is funded.

PCI compliance
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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firewalls
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data protection
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network security
You’ll be particularly interested in the steps the Payment Cards Industry (PCI) is taking to put a stop to fraudulent activity with credit cards.

Duties and liabilities
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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data protection
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risk & compliance
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data security
CIOs and boards must tackle key tech-related legal risks, from data protection to corporate governance, to safeguard their organisations and boost compliance.

A student of vision
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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wireless networks
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personal computing devices
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cloud services
Otago University's Mike Harte discusses challenges faced by CIOs, including cutting costs and proving the value of ICT.

The risky business
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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risk & compliance
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cto
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risk management
In an era of scarcity, effective risk management becomes crucial for businesses, spotlighting the importance of compliance and governance.

What the doctor orders
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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uc
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healthtech
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cloud services
IMPROVING connectivity to hospitals and health clinics is one of the primary objectives for the government’s ultra-fast broadband network.

More bang for your bandwith buck
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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chorus
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riverbed
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juniper networks
WAN Optimisation boosts broadband in NZ's remote areas, ensuring high-speed file sharing, vital for productivity, even in challenging environments.

Even astronauts get the blues
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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nasa
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mental health
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bso
Harvard Prof develops anti-depression program for astronauts, aimed at combating mental health issues in space, ensuring privacy from NASA.

Challenging times
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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uc
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contact centre
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brightstar
Recession bites as the 13th Annual Contact Centre Conference sees a dip in attendance, but organisers remain hopeful for a brighter future.

Silver lining in grey climate
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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uc
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contact centre
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awards
The recession might make it a gloomy time for most businesses, but the sun is shining in the contact centre industry.

First call response
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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uc
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contact centre
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extend
NZ Police's new strategy significantly improves call response rates, showcasing the benefits of additional contact centres and resources.