New Zealand (NZ) stories
Contact centre agent burnout costs Australian firms over AUD $20 million annually, driven by high turnover and costly operational challenges.
Auckland band Coppelia uses data-driven digital strategies and quality content to grow their music audience and secure festival invites in 2025.
MyTrucking's partnership with Xero boosts digital adoption in transport, easing admin and saving time for operators across New Zealand, Australia, and the UK.
Bizcap has raised SME loan limits to AUD $7.5 million in Australia and NZD $4 million in New Zealand to meet growing demand for larger business loans.
Epson has launched the EH-LS670B 4K laser projector in Australia and New Zealand, featuring Bose audio and AI-powered image enhancement for immersive home viewing.
Cloudera launches a major platform update in ANZ, enabling unified, secure access and governance of distributed data for regulated sectors.
Bizcap has acquired US-based AI-driven platform 8fig to enhance global SME funding, integrating tech to speed up flexible lending across multiple markets.
NetDocuments reports 72% growth in APAC as over 20,000 legal professionals adopt its AI-powered document management system nationwide.
New Zealand launches Procure Connect to streamline management of NZD $51.5 billion public spending, boosting efficiency and access for local businesses.
Australian and New Zealand firms face poor-quality data and siloed systems, hindering AI ambitions despite pressure to boost data-driven insights and business value.
Yarra City Council partners with TechnologyOne to upgrade IT, enhancing management of AUD $2 billion assets and speeding up customer service delivery.
Logitech and ghd launch personalised tech and beauty gifts in New Zealand, from portable speakers to advanced hair stylers, ideal for the holiday season.
New Zealand Merino launches digital traceability for all ZQ and ZQRX certified wool, using TextileGenesis tech to verify farm-to-product data for brands.
Samsung and Sky launch 4K UHD sports streaming in New Zealand, debuting with the Ashes cricket series on Sky Sport Now, enhancing clarity for fans.
A free AI training programme across regional New Zealand helps not-for-profits save NZD $20,000 annually, boosting efficiency and staff confidence.
In 2026, New Zealand workers can potentially double holiday breaks by strategically using annual leave around Easter, Anzac Day and other public holidays.
Auckland's MyRepsoft has launched an AI platform that automates financial data entry, cutting labour costs and boosting efficiency by 85% for enterprises.
AI is transforming Australian entry-level jobs, slowing hiring and shifting skills from degrees to technical certifications and practical experience.
Australian edtech firm Teacher's Buddy secures AUD $1.85m to ease teacher burnout by cutting admin tasks and expanding internationally.
GrainSure and Nutrinza launch SiloSure, a solar-powered feed-silo monitoring system to boost safety and efficiency on New Zealand farms.