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Pricing global warming: why there's no escape
Sun, 1st Mar 2009
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parliament
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banking
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industrial
The IT sector in New Zealand is poorly prepared for the challenges posed by climate change, raising questions about its ability to keep businesses competitive.

The perfect storm for teleworking
Sun, 1st Feb 2009
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uc
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it training
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video conferencing
Now is the time to do what you’ve talked about for ages – take a look at your unsustainable travel policies and do the sums.

A battle won in the spam war
Thu, 1st Jan 2009
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uc
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email security
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cloud services
Allied action against McColo Corp reduces spam, but experts warn it won't last long #spamkingpin #internetsecurity.

Oops, I forgot to secure my phone system
Sat, 1st Nov 2008
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
A hacker breached the US Homeland Security Department's phone system in 2008, making USD $12,000 in calls. Is your PBX system secure? Most aren't.

Connecting New Zealand with the rest of the world
Sat, 1st Nov 2008
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smartphones
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uc
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digital entertainment
Multimedia messaging services (MMS) has not had an easy start in New Zealand, nor indeed the rest of the world.

Keeping web eyes on the prize
Mon, 1st Sep 2008
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martech
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seo
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ux
Website design that doesn't adhere to usability standards can lead to customer dissatisfaction and loss of business.

Data loss prevention
Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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dlp
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personal computing devices
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tablets & laptops
Up to 20% of UK, US, and Australian organisations suffered data loss last year, highlighting urgent need for effective data loss prevention measures.

Five steps to re-branding
Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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martech
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risk & compliance
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branding
Amid a sea of indistinguishable logos and slogans, how can NZ's small IT businesses stand out? Experts share five critical branding tips.

Malware fight is failing report
Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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malware
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uc
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cybersecurity
International cooperation is needed to combat malware, as a report from the OECD reveals that the current response doesn't work.

Interruptions and email
Thu, 1st May 2008
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email
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productivity
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communication
Email has been called the “killer app”, but is it killing productivity? Distractions and interruptions cost time to regain focus.

Brocade puts cash in hand
Mon, 1st Oct 2007
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brocade
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hult
Brocade launches a lucrative rewards program in NZ, offering resellers up to $1,000 per product with a special VISA debit card.

Apple Introduces New iPod classic
Wed, 5th Sep 2007
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personal computing devices
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apple
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technology gifts
Apple unveils the iPod classic with up to 160GB storage, featuring a sleek all-metal design and enhanced interface for music and video lovers.

Administering the right medicine
Thu, 1st Feb 2007
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risk & compliance
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healthtech
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jade software
Christchurch-based Fraame Solutions specialises in supporting the technology needs of healthcare providers in New Zealand and Australia.

Having your cake and eating it
Fri, 1st Dec 2006
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microsoft
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playstation
What’s it like having a dream job?<br />Well David McLean, Microsoft’s regional director ANZ entertainment and electronics division, reckons it’s pretty sweet.

Fighting for the right staff
Sun, 1st Oct 2006
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recruitment
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skills gap
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communication
Everywhere you look at the moment there are dire warnings about the massive skills shortage the industry is facing.

Ferrit: bigger, bolder and here to stay
Fri, 1st Sep 2006
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online shopping
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traffic
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consumers
A year on from launching online retail store Ferrit, the boys behind the machine are realistic about what they’ve managed to achieve.

Catching the big wave
Fri, 1st Sep 2006
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dubai
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meti
As well as implementing an international expansion strategy Tauranga-based Vision Software is doing well on its home turf.

Partnering will get you everywhere!
Tue, 1st Aug 2006
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partner programmes
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grants
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isv
Enprise's partnership with SAP has catalysed its global growth, leveraging SAP's new ERP solution for SMEs. Now, Enprise reaches markets worldwide.

Going global - how to grow
Tue, 1st Aug 2006
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software development
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acquire
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founders
NZ firms face a global leap, balancing ambition with research and strong overseas ties, to outpace the local market's constraints.

Smooth sailing after turbulent year
Tue, 1st Aug 2006
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express data
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recruitment
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lord of the rings
Reflecting on the management buy out of Marshal Software, CEO Ed McNair swears he’d never go through the experience again.