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DHB chooses Microsoft BI platform
Health Technologies

DHB chooses Microsoft BI platform

C&C DHB revolutionises healthcare delivery with a cost-effective Microsoft BI platform, enhancing insight and efficiency.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 3rd Jul 2012
Online video market 'large and evolving': Sky
Unified Communications

Online video market 'large and evolving': Sky

Sky foresees global giants entering NZ's 'large and evolving' online video market, amidst regulatory scrutiny over competition barriers.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Jun 2012
Govt to save $119m in 3-year deal with Microsoft
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

Govt to save $119m in 3-year deal with Microsoft

Govt's 3-year pact with Microsoft could slash software costs by $119m, says Internal Affairs Minister Chris Tremain, eyeing flexible, user-centric licensing.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Jun 2012
Five big UFB turn-offs
Unified Communications

Five big UFB turn-offs

The top reasons why the 'if you build it, they will come' strategy won't work for the Ultra Fast Broadband network.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 24th May 2012
More video options would drive UFB uptake: Commerce Commission
Unified Communications

More video options would drive UFB uptake: Commerce Commission

A 'diverse range' of supply options will be a pivotal factor encouraging consumers to overcome the cost boundary, regulator says.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 21st May 2012
Major telcos all approved as All-of-Government mobile suppliers
Unified Communications

Major telcos all approved as All-of-Government mobile suppliers

Gen-i, Vodafone and 2degrees all make the cut in deal Economic Development Minister estimates will save government $60m.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 8th May 2012
Remedy working but telco doctor's future still uncertain
Government

Remedy working but telco doctor's future still uncertain

Telecommunications commissioner Dr Ross Patterson's job is on the line, despite injecting a healthy dose of competition into the sector.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd May 2012
Why telco customers switch
Government

Why telco customers switch

Seeking cheaper deals leads the charge in why telco customers switch providers, reveals Commerce Commission study.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Apr 2012
Cross-network traffic on the rise: Commerce Commission
Government

Cross-network traffic on the rise: Commerce Commission

Customers happier calling friends and family on competing networks thanks to last year's changes to termination rates.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Apr 2012
Are SMBs ready for UFB?
Unified Communications

Are SMBs ready for UFB?

Study finds only 10% of small business owners know the price, data cap, and max and min speeds of their current plans.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Feb 2012
We're building a UFB network, now who will come?
Unified Communications

We're building a UFB network, now who will come?

Minister outlines strategy to maximise use of UK's £1.35bn Ultra Fast Broadband project for schools, health, and businesses.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Feb 2012
Business intelligence tech event comes to Auckland
Unified Communications

Business intelligence tech event comes to Auckland

2degrees, Mighty River Power and others to explain how they used Business Intelligence to improve their decision making.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 17th Feb 2012
New rules spread infrastructure burden
Unified Communications

New rules spread infrastructure burden

NZ Commerce Commission expands telecommunication funding rules, broadening the scope under the newly established TDL system.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd Feb 2012
Are NZ's health and education sectors ready for UFB?
Unified Communications

Are NZ's health and education sectors ready for UFB?

NZ's health and education sectors might not be fully prepared for the potential of Ultra Fast Broadband, raising concerns about future readiness.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Jan 2012

Stories from Other Regions

Government stories

Why Chorus investors are scared
Government

Why Chorus investors are scared

The Commerce Commission's latest move appears to signal bad news for the fibre network company; what's really going on?.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 10th May 2012
PM ignored Huawei concerns: Labour
Unified Communications

PM ignored Huawei concerns: Labour

Labour criticises PM Key for dismissing 2010 security warnings about Huawei's involvement in New Zealand's Ultra Fast Broadband initiative.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Apr 2012
SMBs offered chance to pitch at govt 'speed dating' event
Government

SMBs offered chance to pitch at govt 'speed dating' event

Business New Zealand and the Ministry of Economic Development matchmaking kiwi businesses with senior buyers from 15 government organisations.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Mar 2012
Adams asks ICT industry to show leadership
Government

Adams asks ICT industry to show leadership

New ICT Minister Amy Adams outlines strategy to ensure New Zealanders benefit from $1.35 billion Ultra Fast Broadband project.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Mar 2012