REPORTS & SUBMISSIONS

At NZTech, we’re proud to represent over 2,500 members across New Zealand’s fast-growing tech sector. Recently, we submitted insights to the Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade Committee on the challenges non-tariff barriers (NTBs) pose to our exporters—highlighting what’s holding back the full potential of Kiwi tech on the global stage. With 121,000 people employed in … Continue reading "Breaking Down the Impact of Non-Tariff Barriers on NZ’s Tech Exports"

Submission by Digital Identity NZ to the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment. Digital Identity New Zealand (DINZ) thanks the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) for the opportunity to provide a submission on the open banking standards and regulation.  We continue to support the overall intention of the proposed legislation and designation rules: … Continue reading "Customer and Product Data Bill – Open Banking Designation Regulations and Standards"

NZTech is using the Future-Fit Business Benchmark as a tool to measure and improve the organisation and its impact on people and planet.  The 2024 report shows improvements from the baseline measurement year in 2022. Improvements this year have been possible due to the introduction of better policies and increasing use of renewable energy. The … Continue reading "NZTech ESG Report 2024"

BlockchainNZ Submission to the Finance and Expenditure Committee Inquiry into Banking Competition BlockchainNZ is pleased to contribute to the Finance and Expenditure Committee’s inquiry into banking competition. As a community dedicated to advancing blockchain innovation in Aotearoa New Zealand, we represent a rapidly growing sector that is poised to transform financial services, technology, and the public … Continue reading "BlockchainNZ Submission on Banking Competition 2024"

Member feedback survey 2024 Our recent survey, conducted as part of the 2024 Review of the Government Procurement Rules consultation by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), provides valuable insights into members’ experiences with New Zealand’s Government procurement process.  Respondents highlighted clear communication, structured processes, and collaborative engagement, with some praising timely feedback … Continue reading "New Zealand Government Technology Procurement"

Submission by Digital Identity NZ to Economic Development, Science and Innovation Committee Our Policy and Regulatory subcommittee has provided feedback on the Customer and Product Data Bill (CPD). We support the bill’s overall aim of enhancing data usage for societal and individual benefit, promoting innovation and ensuring secure data services.  However, our members have raised … Continue reading "The Draft Consumer and Product Data Bill"

Submission by NZTech to the Ministry of Education Our rapidly growing tech sector needs more skilled workers but training and vocational education pathways are lacking. Businesses in other sectors across the economy are also facing shortages of workers with digital skills. Government agencies, polytechnics and other providers must continue to work with industry to develop … Continue reading "Vocational Education and Training Reforms Consultation"

Submission by NZTech to the Economic Development, Science and Innovation Committee NZTech supports the bill’s overall aim of enhancing data usage for societal and individual benefit, promoting innovation and ensuring secure data services. However, to improve clarity we recommend several adjustments. Regulatory intervention should be focused, with governance remaining under existing laws. Requirements regarding storage … Continue reading "The Draft Consumer and Product Data Bill"

Our latest New Zealand Tech Key Metrics report highlights the continued growth of our tech sector, driving job creation and boosting valuable exports.  As Aotearoa New Zealand’s united voice for technology, we’re supercharging the growth and uptake of technology in service of a better tomorrow for all New Zealanders. Each year, we deliver an updated snapshot … Continue reading "The New Zealand Tech Sector Key Metrics – 2023"