REPORTS & SUBMISSIONS

Submission by NZTech to the Ministry for the Environment The direction for industry to invest in low emissions where it can add value, and the Government’s focus on removing regulatory barriers and encouraging private investment is positive. However, despite referring to being “technologically-led”, the Emissions Plan significantly understates the role technology can play in delivering … Continue reading "NZTech’s response to NZ’s second emissions reduction plan"

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’s submission to the Science System Advisory Group is a brief one that highlights our chief concerns with the system as it stands, and the need to improve key aspects relevant our members.

NZTech welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Office of the Privacy Commissioner’s Exposure Draft. NZTech’s submission to The Office of the Privacy Commissioner on Biometrics Privacy Code Exposure Draft.

NZTech’s submission to StatisticsNZ on Help Shape the Future of Industrial Classifications in New ZealandConsultation Paper.

NZTech welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Safer Online Services and MediaPlatforms discussion document (Discussion Document) and supports the Government’songoing efforts to foster a safe internet environment for consumers. Our submission focuses on what we consider to be key elements of the proposedframework. These include proposals for regulating content, determining services inscope of the … Continue reading "Safer Online Services and Media Platforms"

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.

NZTech welcomes the Commission’s acknowledgement that targeted investment in climate change within the research, science, innovation and technology system is required. We believe that a key means of meeting these goals is the development by Government, with industry support, of a Technology Roadmap. This recommendation forms the basis of our submission.

NZTech support’s the Draft ITP’s goals of strengthening environmental performance, improving profitability and productivity, and supporting people and communities. Tech is vital to achieving these goals, and in particular ensuring that the fishing industry remains sustainable. Increasing use of tech and the industry’s constant drive for innovation highlights the need to focus on data standards … Continue reading "Draft Fisheries Industry Transformation Plan"