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New Zealand firms turn to HR tech amid sweeping law reforms
Human Capital Management

New Zealand firms turn to HR tech amid sweeping law reforms

New Zealand firms turn to HR tech amid employment law reforms, easing compliance with Leave Act updates, grievance rules, and safety regulations.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025
Transforming manufacturing: The power of AI in Industry 5.0
Data Analytics

Transforming manufacturing: The power of AI in Industry 5.0

As manufacturing gears up for Industry 5.0, AI investments in the Asia Pacific are set to rise, boosting productivity by USD $1.6 trillion by 2027.

By Terry Smagh • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025
ProGlove unveils MAI, an AI wearable for warehouses
Human Capital Management

ProGlove unveils MAI, an AI wearable for warehouses

ProGlove has launched MAI, an AI-driven wearable device aimed at boosting warehouse productivity and supporting an ageing workforce.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025
XYZ Reality achieves ISO 45001 health & safety standard
DevOps

XYZ Reality achieves ISO 45001 health & safety standard

XYZ Reality has achieved ISO 45001 certification, highlighting its commitment to health and safety in the construction industry and ensuring a safer workplace.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
AI demand reshaping data centres with new challenges ahead
Hyperscale

AI demand reshaping data centres with new challenges ahead

With AI demand surging, data centre operators face equipment shortages and safety risks, raising concerns over construction timelines and outdated technology.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
BrightHR report shows rise in HR tech use in ANZ SME market
Digital Transformation

BrightHR report shows rise in HR tech use in ANZ SME market

A BrightHR report reveals increasing HR tech adoption among small businesses in Australia and New Zealand, with a 27.4% rise in recorded holiday days.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
ServiceNow unveils new AI & governance features on platform
Unified Communications

ServiceNow unveils new AI & governance features on platform

ServiceNow unveils innovative generative AI features for its Now Platform, including multilingual support and AI governance tools, to enhance global collaboration.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Health and safety stories

Privacy Week: Sensitive information stored online can hurt you
Storage

Privacy Week: Sensitive information stored online can hurt you

Sensitive personal data stored online faces persistent threats from cybercriminals, with recent breaches underscoring the urgent need for better protection measures.

By Horatiu Petrescu • 5 min read • Mon, 12th May 2025
Fleet safety overlooked as AI adoption lags among HSE leaders
Data Analytics

Fleet safety overlooked as AI adoption lags among HSE leaders

Despite 84% of HSE leaders prioritising fleet safety, 60% have yet to adopt AI-powered safety technologies, risking incidents and compliance issues.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Police warned over shifting information to Microsoft cloud services
Data Protection

Police warned over shifting information to Microsoft cloud services

Police warned of 'very high' privacy risks in shifting sensitive data to Microsoft's cloud, amid a cautious trial in Wellington started in 2023.

By Phil Pennington • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025
Satellite upgrade brings better access at Waitomo sites
Unified Communications

Satellite upgrade brings better access at Waitomo sites

Discover Waitomo in New Zealand's King Country has enhanced connectivity and safety with Spark's Starlink satellite internet, replacing unreliable VDSL access.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Apr 2025
Draeger UK extends safety contract with INEOS O&P UK to 2029
Health Technologies

Draeger UK extends safety contract with INEOS O&P UK to 2029

Draeger Safety UK has secured a contract extension with INEOS O&P UK, continuing vital services until 2029, enhancing safety technology in the petrochemical sector.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Tū Ātea to build New Zealand's first private 5G network
Unified Communications

Tū Ātea to build New Zealand's first private 5G network

Tū Ātea is set to launch New Zealand's first commercial Private 5G network at CentrePort, enhancing connectivity for the vital Wellington port operations.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
Tapway & Asteria launch AIoT platform for Japan market
Digital Transformation

Tapway & Asteria launch AIoT platform for Japan market

Tapway and Asteria launch the AIoT Suite, a platform blending AI and IoT technologies, targeting manufacturing firms in Japan to enhance automation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024
Exemplar & Radar Healthcare partnership enhances care
Unified Communications

Exemplar & Radar Healthcare partnership enhances care

Radar Healthcare and Exemplar Health Care are enhancing care quality through technological integration, leading to improved patient outcomes and safety.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Sharp Electronics GmbH earns EcoVadis Gold for sustainability
Health Technologies

Sharp Electronics GmbH earns EcoVadis Gold for sustainability

Sharp Electronics has secured the EcoVadis Gold Rating for sustainability, placing it in the top 5% globally for its commitment to ethical practices.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024
Instant Products Group unveils smart toilet technology
Data Analytics

Instant Products Group unveils smart toilet technology

Instant Products Group has launched a smart toilet technology that improves real-time monitoring of waste, enhancing sanitation and efficiency on various sites.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024
Fujifilm introduces Australia's first open MRI machine
Health Technologies

Fujifilm introduces Australia's first open MRI machine

Altus Medical Imaging in Gladesville has launched Australia's first Fujifilm Open MRI machine, enhancing patient comfort and accessibility in diagnostics.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024