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New regional boss as SAP Asia Pacific Japan seeks expanded presence
SAP

New regional boss as SAP Asia Pacific Japan seeks expanded presence

SAP has promoted Scott Russell to Asia Pacific Japan president as the enterprise application software vendor seeks increased business and presence.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017

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NZ is aspiring to be southern hemisphere's AI capital
Artificial Intelligence

NZ is aspiring to be southern hemisphere's AI capital

The future impact of AI on the economy and society will be significant and dramatic, but New Zealand is preparing for these changes.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Jul 2017
Major cyberattack a matter of when, not if
Malware

Major cyberattack a matter of when, not if

Health services could face major disruption as officials warn a severe cyberattack is likely, with insurance cover still scarce among firms.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Jul 2017
Auckland shopping centre rebranded by new owners
Customer Experience

Auckland shopping centre rebranded by new owners

Shoppers in West Auckland will see new signage within days as the former WestCity centre adopts a new name and branding.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017
Liquefaction dust not responsible for Legionnaire’s
University of Otago

Liquefaction dust not responsible for Legionnaire’s

An Otago University study says Christchurch’s liquefaction-affected soil could not support Legionella, ruling it out as a direct cause of the spike.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017
Greenpeace calls for an overhaul of the New Zealand electricity industry
DataCentre infrastructure

Greenpeace calls for an overhaul of the New Zealand electricity industry

Greenpeace calls for overhaul of electricity industry after Solarcity's complaint against solar tax is dismissed in court.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017
Ricoh snaps up full Stratasys 3D printing and additive manufacturing line
Manufacturing

Ricoh snaps up full Stratasys 3D printing and additive manufacturing line

Ricoh New Zealand has expanded its partnership with 3D printing and additive manufacturing vendor Stratasys taking over local sales and support.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017
Electric car market sparking up as all vehicle sales rise
Power / Energy

Electric car market sparking up as all vehicle sales rise

Charging networks and low running costs are helping New Zealand’s electric car uptake, as registrations hit a monthly record and sales broadened.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017
Fuel market study raises pricing concerns
Power / Energy

Fuel market study raises pricing concerns

Consumers in New Zealand may be paying too much for petrol after a study found retail fuel margins have risen significantly in five years.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017
Christchurch’s tallest hotel opens for business
Tourism

Christchurch’s tallest hotel opens for business

A 17-storey return of Crowne Plaza adds 204 rooms and fresh conference space as visitor numbers in Christchurch are set to rise.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
Don’t rely on smartphone apps to treat back pain
Health Technologies

Don’t rely on smartphone apps to treat back pain

People with back pain face little guidance, as a University of Sydney study finds most treatment apps are poor quality and untested.

By Geoff • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
Western Corridor project well ahead of schedule
Christchurch Airport

Western Corridor project well ahead of schedule

Christchurch motorists should see congestion ease as the USD $112 million Russley Road upgrade is set to open months early next year.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
Are electric trucks and buses the key to a greener New Zealand?
Cartech

Are electric trucks and buses the key to a greener New Zealand?

Electric trucks and buses could help New Zealand achieve its goal of 64,000 EVs on the road by 2021, reducing emissions in the process.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
Small-town New Zealand organisation ranked tenth in the world for climate change work
Clean technologies

Small-town New Zealand organisation ranked tenth in the world for climate change work

Motu, a small research organisation from New Zealand, has been ranked tenth in the world for their climate change work.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
Site Safe Health and Safety Awards nominations open
Risk & Compliance

Site Safe Health and Safety Awards nominations open

Construction firms and individuals can now seek national recognition, with free entries open until September 1 and winners due in Auckland.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
Waterview Tunnel a victim of its own success
Auckland Transport

Waterview Tunnel a victim of its own success

Commuters faced delays almost as soon as Auckland’s NZD $1.4 billion Waterview Tunnel opened, as curious motorists swamped the route.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
Design and build hub launched to answer key questions
Project Management

Design and build hub launched to answer key questions

Home owners and developers will get free expert advice on permits, costs and planning as Jalcon opens a new Design and Build Hub.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 2nd Jul 2017
IoT will be supported by artificial intelligence by 2020
Agricultural Technology

IoT will be supported by artificial intelligence by 2020

New Zealand could reap up to USD $3.3 billion over 10 years from IoT, but experts say AI support will be needed to unlock the gains.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Sun, 2nd Jul 2017