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Tennis for everyone: Putting the 'S' in ESG through tech-enabled accessibility
Clean technologies

Tennis for everyone: Putting the 'S' in ESG through tech-enabled accessibility

Organizations are struggling to define the 'S' in ESG frameworks, but prioritizing digital accessibility can benefit all.

By Andrew Groth • 4 min read • Thu, 31st Mar 2022
Digital (in)accessibility down under: Why Australia lags behind New Zealand
Public Sector

Digital (in)accessibility down under: Why Australia lags behind New Zealand

Infosys reveals that Australia is behind New Zealand when it comes to ensuring all digital properties are accessible.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 8th Feb 2022
Infosys: Digital accessibility still needs work in ANZ region
Report

Infosys: Digital accessibility still needs work in ANZ region

New research from Infosys reveals a digital inclusion gap among New Zealand organisations, with 62% in the adopter phase of their digital accessibility journey.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Fri, 3rd Dec 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Torutek?
Surveillance

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Torutek?

We speak to CEO Chris Yu to learn about Torutek, a New Zealand-based software firm harnessing the power of AI, IoT, and facial recognition.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Fri, 30th Jul 2021
Microsoft pledges to bridge 'disability divide' with renewed commitment to accessibility
Microsoft

Microsoft pledges to bridge 'disability divide' with renewed commitment to accessibility

Microsoft says it's doubling down on accessibility in order to bridge what the World Bank has dubbed the 'disability divide'.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 4th May 2021
auticon highlight benefits of cognitive diversity on Disabilities Day
Autism

auticon highlight benefits of cognitive diversity on Disabilities Day

A timely reminder that many people on the autism spectrum are able to bring new ways of thinking and problem-solving to tech challenges.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Dec 2020
OutSystems revamps partner programme
Partner Programmes

OutSystems revamps partner programme

The changes have been made to suit the companies partners including integrators, MSPs, ISVs, and solution providers.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Aug 2020
How CSOs can ensure security and productivity remain resilient during challenging times
Firewalls

How CSOs can ensure security and productivity remain resilient during challenging times

As remote work becomes the norm, CSOs face the dual challenge of maintaining security and productivity. Here's a strategy for resilience amid adversity.

By Corne Mare • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Apr 2020
Humanforce designs accessibility-compliant app for those with disabilities
Workforce Technology

Humanforce designs accessibility-compliant app for those with disabilities

New app prioritizes accessibility for disabled and elderly workers to encourage diversity in the workplace. #WorkforceManagement #DiversityInclusion.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2019
Study: 'Inclusive design' key to serving customer diversity
Marketing Technologies

Study: 'Inclusive design' key to serving customer diversity

A new study highlights inclusive design as essential for businesses to serve diverse customer needs, potentially boosting audiences and revenues fourfold.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2019
Progress keeps UI development accessible with latest release
Marketing Technologies

Progress keeps UI development accessible with latest release

Progress's new Kendo UI release is the first commercial JavaScript toolkit to fully support WCAG 2.1, making web development more accessible for all.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd Oct 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Accessibility stories

Workbridges launches digital platform for disabled business owners
Small Business

Workbridges launches digital platform for disabled business owners

Department of Internal Affairs and Workbridge launch pilot programme to support disabled small business owners' digital growth.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Dec 2020
Australia’s rail manufacturing capabilities must be recognised
Supply Chain

Australia’s rail manufacturing capabilities must be recognised

A Victorian train order is expected to protect 100 manufacturing jobs and bolster calls for a national rail procurement framework.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 1st Oct 2020
End of Auckland Light Rail raises urgent questions
Auckland Council

End of Auckland Light Rail raises urgent questions

Auckland still faces unresolved transport and housing pressures after Cabinet ended the twin-track light rail process and sent it back to officials.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Jun 2020
Why inclusive cities are among our top planning challenges
Smart Cities

Why inclusive cities are among our top planning challenges

Youth, immigrants and urban Maori are most at risk as planners warn New Zealand must better reflect its diverse communities.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 1st Mar 2020
Ruckus and Easyweb to roll out free WiFi across NT
Network Infrastructure

Ruckus and Easyweb to roll out free WiFi across NT

Once implemented, this project will help improve the ability of local businesses to advertise tours and services.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Oct 2018
Australia’s $70 billion infrastructure boom and the value capture model
Smart Cities

Australia’s $70 billion infrastructure boom and the value capture model

Value capture could help fund more projects as Australia’s infrastructure pipeline swells, with nearby landowners, businesses and taxpayers set to gain.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Mon, 15th Oct 2018
Smart Transports demand smart response
Smart Cities

Smart Transports demand smart response

Autonomous electric fleets could cut road deaths and commute costs sharply, forcing ministers to rethink how New Zealand manages transport demand.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sat, 10th Mar 2018