REPORTS & SUBMISSIONS

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"

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"

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"

Submission by NZTech to Stats NZ Tatauranga Aotearoa NZTech welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the Future of Occupation Classifications in Aotearoa New Zealand consultation process. We recognise the need to revise the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO). As the Discussion Document notes, the labour market and economy have changed dramatically … Continue reading "The Future of Occupation Classifications in Aotearoa New Zealand"

NZTech believes there are specific areas the Government should focus on to enable and grow Aotearoa as a Digital Nation. While not an exclusive list, these actions are aligned with the Digital Tech ITP and should be considered by any incoming Government. The manifesto outlines six key areas: • Education • Digital Inclusion • Sustainability … Continue reading "NZTech Manifesto 2023"

The latest edition of Digital Skills Aotearoa explores our digital skills landscape, examining challenges and supply opportunities. It issues an urgent call to equip Aotearoa New Zealand’s workforce with skills for the digital age. Report Toolkit Short form copy: The latest edition of Digital Skills Aotearoa explores our digital skills landscape, examining challenges and supply … Continue reading "Digital Skills for Tomorrow, Today"

NZTech is a not-for-profit collective impact association with a mission to support a values-led, nationally and internationally connected tech community that is collectively lifting equity, sustainability and prosperity for all in Aotearoa, by creating jobs, export growth and impact through tech for good. We support fact based decision making and every year we aggregate data … Continue reading "The New Zealand Tech Sector Key Metrics – 2022"

NZTech welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Customer and Product Data Bill Exposure Draft. Our submission focuses on certain key aspects of the proposed legislation including consent settings, ethical use of data and accreditation.

As the voice of the technology ecosystem, NZTech works to identify how important technology is for New Zealand. Without an answer there is serious risk that as a country we will miss opportunities for both economic growth and social improvement. While growth in tech exports will continue to be significant for New Zealand’s economy, the … Continue reading "The New Zealand Tech Sector Key Metrics – 2021"