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Zebra launches new proximity solution designed for post COVID-19 workforce
Marketing Technologies

Zebra launches new proximity solution designed for post COVID-19 workforce

Zebra Technologies introduces proximity sensing, alerting and contact tracing software for enterprises to protect employee health in the workplace.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Aug 2020
COVID-19 highlighted the importance of NZ's telecommunications networks -TCF
Unified Communications

COVID-19 highlighted the importance of NZ's telecommunications networks -TCF

New Zealand's telecommunications networks will drive the post-COVID rebuild, says the New Zealand Telecommunications Forum.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Aug 2020
It's not in the post: How an SMS document platform can streamline the contact centre
Unified Communications

It's not in the post: How an SMS document platform can streamline the contact centre

Switching from traditional mail to an SMS document platform can save contact centres time and money, cutting costs by as much as AUD $275,000 monthly.

By Daniel Harding • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Aug 2020
Location tech crucial for the future of transport and logistics, research finds
Robotics

Location tech crucial for the future of transport and logistics, research finds

Location technologies are driving post-COVID growth in transport and logistics, with Asia-Pacific telematics revenue forecast to reach USD $14 billion by 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Aug 2020
Alteryx and onepoint bring data-led solutions to disparate workforces
Data Analytics

Alteryx and onepoint bring data-led solutions to disparate workforces

Alteryx and onepoint have partnered to provide data-led solutions for workforces in the Asia Pacific region, focusing on post-pandemic challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Aug 2020
How Kiwi FinTech is helping keep NZ's economy on track
Fintech

How Kiwi FinTech is helping keep NZ's economy on track

Three Kiwi company founders explain how they are helping the post-COVID-19 economic recovery with a mix of innovation and heart.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Aug 2020
Revealed: COVID-19's impact on internet disruptions
Outage

Revealed: COVID-19's impact on internet disruptions

Global internet disruptions have surged by 63% during the COVID-19 pandemic, with ISPs particularly affected, according to a report by ThousandEyes.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Aug 2020
The four key practices of supply chain strategies, according to Accenture
Supply Chain

The four key practices of supply chain strategies, according to Accenture

Only 10% of companies have a customer-centric supply chain that is resilient, according to a report by Accenture.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Aug 2020
COVID-19 means New Zealand's tech sector is more important than ever - NZTech
NZTech

COVID-19 means New Zealand's tech sector is more important than ever - NZTech

COVID-19 is driving New Zealand's digital future, says NZTech chair Mitchell Pham, as tech businesses adapt and innovate.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Aug 2020
What's driving innovation in trades and construction in NZ
Fintech

What's driving innovation in trades and construction in NZ

Job management software and digital accounting tools are being increasingly utilised in the industry, which has traditionally been a digital laggard.

By Robbie Dunphy • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Aug 2020
COVID-19 hits smartphone market hard, with all but Apple sales down
Apple

COVID-19 hits smartphone market hard, with all but Apple sales down

Apple defied the impact of COVID-19 on the smartphone market, as sales dropped for all vendors except them, says Canalys.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Aug 2020
Visibility key to resilient supply chain amid COVID-19
Supply Chain

Visibility key to resilient supply chain amid COVID-19

Ideally, any party should at any time be able to answer the question: 'Where is my stuff, and when will it arrive?'.

By Cas Brentjens • 5 min read • Thu, 30th Jul 2020
CrowdStrike announces two executive hires, with aim to expand in ANZ
Customer Experience

CrowdStrike announces two executive hires, with aim to expand in ANZ

CrowdStrike strengthens its senior management team in Australia and New Zealand with the appointment of Jade Porter and Paul Salmon.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jul 2020
Technology key to success for Aussie businesses following COVID-19
Digital Transformation

Technology key to success for Aussie businesses following COVID-19

Australian businesses are feeling increasing competition due to COVID-19 impact on supply chains, says Epicor Global Growth Index.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Jul 2020
Businesses to prioritise employee engagement, brand reputation and corporate strategy post COVID-19
Isentia

Businesses to prioritise employee engagement, brand reputation and corporate strategy post COVID-19

Businesses to prioritize employee engagement, brand reputation, and corporate strategy, says Isentia research. #CorporateAffairs #CommunicationStrategy.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 27th Jul 2020
CrowdStrike uncovers key cybersecurity findings following COVID-19
Digital Transformation

CrowdStrike uncovers key cybersecurity findings following COVID-19

Businesses worldwide prioritize cybersecurity investment amid remote working surge, with technology budgets expected to rise.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Jul 2020
CIOs must be investing in adaptiveness post COVID-19, Forrester finds
Semiconductors

CIOs must be investing in adaptiveness post COVID-19, Forrester finds

CIOs must invest in adaptiveness to overcome post-pandemic challenges, says Forrester. Adaptive enterprises will be the most successful.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jul 2020
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Congress Rental?
Fintech

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Congress Rental?

TechDay speaks to Congress Rental MD Jeremy Ducklin about how the company has expanded into new markets amid the pandemic.

By Nick Forrester • 1 min read • Thu, 23rd Jul 2020
COVID-19: the greatest digital accelerator of the decade, Twilio finds
Digital Transformation

COVID-19: the greatest digital accelerator of the decade, Twilio finds

COVID-19 and related nationwide lockdowns have resulted in businesses accelerating their digital transformation strategy and efforts by at least six years.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jul 2020