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Six NZ finalists in global tech awards

Six New Zealand companies have been selected as finalists in this year’s World Summit Awards for creativity and innovation in ICT, and have been acknowledged by Communications Minister Amy Adams. The awards are a global showcase of 40 projects, across eight categories, with a special emphasis on

August 4, 2015

Industry News

Digital revolution provides further impetus for IT jobs creation in New Zealand

As the digital revolution continues in New Zealand an increasing number of organisations are offering - or want to offer - services through various digital channels, says recruiting experts Hays. Data Scientists, Automation Testers and Information Architects are among the roles topping the Hays Q

August 4, 2015

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NZTech News

NZTech AGM Strategy Update

NZTech announced healthy financials and a growing membership base (30 new members in the past 6 months) at the 2015 Annual General Meeting on July 23rd in Auckland. With 80 members in attendance the AGM included the announcement of new Board members, recognition of long serving members, an update

July 27, 2015

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NZTech new Board Director appointments strengthen board diversity

The New Zealand Technology Industry Association (NZTech), the voice of the New Zealand tech sector, appoints new Board Directors from across the tech ecosystem. NZTech has a new board, including senior government sector members following its 6th Annual General Meeting in Auckland last night. New

July 24, 2015

Industry News

Using immigration to attract tech talent

NZTech is running a series of events focused on recruiting from offshore. A beginner’s guide to attracting global talent In this free seminar the team from Immigration New Zealand will outline the things to consider before recruiting from offshore, the visa options available to your candidates,

July 23, 2015

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Successful first year for hi-tech start-ups

Science and Innovation Minister Steven Joyce today welcomed a successful first year for innovative start-ups receiving repayable grants from the new technology incubators funded through Callaghan Innovation. The Technology Incubator Programme has so far approved funding of $7.8 million for 18 hi-

July 22, 2015

Industry News

HP NZ joins forces with Avondale College in the name of innovation

Avondale College and HP New Zealand have announced a strategic partnership which will see them collaborate to transform Avondale College from a legacy-based education paradigm to a new, digitally-enabled, learning and innovation model. The partnership signals a commitment by Avondale College to inc

July 7, 2015

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Trimble Navigation GM appointed to NZTech Board

NZTech has appointed Mark Nichols, General Manager for Trimble Navigation New Zealand to the NZTech Board. Mark's appointment Mark brings access and understanding of the Christchurch technology community, tech exports, the US market and hi-tech manufacturing. Mark Nichols has over 30 years’ ex

June 21, 2015

NZTech News

NZTech Economic Impact Study

There is a general agreement that technology is important for our economy but there is little research to confirm how important.  So just how important is technology for New Zealand’s economy? Without the answer there is a very real risk that as a country we will miss great opportunities for both

June 21, 2015

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