New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 178

Driven to distraction
Tue, 30th Jun 2009
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driving
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texting
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police
New Zealand may ban holding mobile phones while driving by year-end, possibly imposing a NZD $50 fine or 25 demerit points; handsfree remains allowed.

Keeping tabs on telcos
Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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uc
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commerce commission
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market
New Zealand is considering separating its telecommunications market to stimulate competition and improve infrastructure.

PM salutes new data centre
Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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uc
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hyperscale
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dc
Datacom opens $30 million data center in New Zealand, the largest investment of its kind in the country since the 1970s.

HELPFUL WEB SITES
Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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google
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commerce commission
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google maps
Use the following sites to shop around for the best plan, seek advice and even test your connection’s performance.

An economic stimulus package?
Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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healthtech
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ict
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economic downturn
Spending on stimulus packages alone may not be enough to improve the lives of New Zealanders amidst the economic downturn. Innovation is key.

Kiwi sUccesses at tHe weBBys
Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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banking
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awards
New Zealand entries have made their most signifi cant splash yet in the 2009 Webby Awards, the Oscars of the Internet, winning in three categories.

When ERP systems fail the supply chain
Fri, 1st May 2009
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risk & compliance
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data sharing
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transparency
The integration of ERP systems with suppliers and distributors is a challenge for global supply chains in the modern world.

Westcon wins Nortel
Fri, 1st May 2009
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uc
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partner programmes
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express data
Shortly after announcing the arrival of its financing program in New Zealand, Westcon also announced an exclusive deal with Nortel.

Three Ps to finding the best IP PBX
Fri, 1st May 2009
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uc
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avaya
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support
As enterprises focus on IP telephony, examining IP PBX systems through the lens of practicality, power and proven performance is key to VoIP success.

Brocade: embroidering the channel proposition
Fri, 1st May 2009
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it training
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brocade
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resellers
After acquiring Foundary Networks late last year, Brocade is now in the process of restructuring its channel partnership model.

Citrix hanges partner program
Wed, 1st Apr 2009
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virtualisation
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citrix
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partners
Citrix revamps its partner program in ANZ, introducing CSA Authorised to enable immediate product sales and launching new online training for partners.

Conflict of interest
Wed, 1st Apr 2009
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software
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communication
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agreement
Marks & Spencer entered into a dispute with one of its technology providers over a misunderstanding in their contract.

Goggle-eyed over Google
Wed, 1st Apr 2009
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google
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it industry
Google's Craig Nevill-Manning, a World Class New Zealander, has been recognised for his work on the Google Maori project.

ISPs’ dilemma: the curse of section 92A
Wed, 1st Apr 2009
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isp
The enactment of section 92A in New Zealand compels ISPs to manage copyright disputes, but vague guidelines and broad definitions complicate compliance.

D-Link adopts efficiencies
Wed, 1st Apr 2009
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d-link
D-Link shifts strategy amid the credit crunch, focusing on marketing and efficiency to enhance global cohesion and reduce resource waste.

Juniper’s bigger commitment to NZ partners
Sun, 1st Mar 2009
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customers
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juniper networks
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leadership
Juniper Networks appoints Ian Quinn as its first New Zealand Country Manager, enhancing local leadership to bolster relationships with NZ partners.

Thirty-four years young – and still going strong!
Sun, 1st Mar 2009
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data analytics
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martech
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software development
SAS IT, a New Zealand tech company, focuses on delivering complex back-end systems for larger organizations. CEO Phil Martin shares insights.

RSA ups the ante
Sun, 1st Feb 2009
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emc
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support
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resellers
RSA, the security division of EMC, is expanding its ANZ channel with new appointments and increased investment.

Creating a sustainable business
Sun, 1st Feb 2009
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e-waste
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international e-waste day
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retail
New Zealand businesses are looking to leverage technology to drive sustainable practices and reduce carbon emissions.

Technology facilitates SME innovation and growth
Sat, 1st Nov 2008
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massey university
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investment
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sme
New report highlights the importance of SMEs in New Zealand and the link between innovation, technology, and business performance.