Business support stories
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Fujitsu appoints Alfee Lee to boost ASEAN growth strategy
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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digital transformation
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fujitsu
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digital initiatives
Fujitsu appoints Alfee Lee as Group Managing Director, Growth Industries, for Asia-Pacific, signifying a commitment to digital and sustainability transformation in the ASEAN region.
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Rural Connectivity Symposium 2024 registration opens, TUANZ leads
Tue, 27th Feb 2024
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tuanz
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connectivity
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nz
The Tech Users Association launches registration for the Rural Connectivity Symposium 2024, aimed at addressing tech challenges in rural communities post-national election.
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Permira becomes majority shareholder in CSI Group amid leadership shakeup
Sat, 14th Oct 2023
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data protection
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digital transformation
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public cloud
Permira becomes main stakeholder in tech firm CSI Group in major ownership shakeup, anticipating significant growth.
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An efficient supply chain formula for all manufacturers
Tue, 6th Jun 2023
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data analytics
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it in manufacturing
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digital transformation
Technology also helps increase decision velocity, enabling manufacturers to mitigate the impact of interruptions and keep supply chains running smoothly.
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STX Next appoints Matthew Ziff as UK Managing Director
Fri, 28th Apr 2023
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digital transformation
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industry experts
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uk expansion
Matthew Ziff appointed as UK Managing Director of STX Next, Europe's largest software house specializing in designing and creating digital solutions.
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Ingram Micro Cloud launches support team for ANZ partners
Tue, 9th Feb 2021
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iaas
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ingram micro
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ingram micro cloud
Ingram Micro Cloud has launched a local customer support team in Australia and New Zealand to assist channel partners.
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Epicor launches partner support program in wake of COVID-19
Mon, 15th Jun 2020
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partner programmes
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epicor
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business support
Epicor launches 'Fit for the Future' program to support partners in building business resilience amid current challenges.
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Lack of financial support for Māori entrepreneurs leaves businesses struggling
Mon, 24th Sep 2018
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martech
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fintechs
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commerce systems
Māori entrepreneurs are being held back from financial success due to issues with accessing finance, managing debt and wealth, and tax compliance.
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Soda Inc creates incubator partnership for Hawke's Bay businesses
Tue, 21st Aug 2018
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soda inc
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startup ecosystem
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incubator
Waikato-based incubator Soda Inc is about to throw Hawke’s Bay businesses a valuable lifeline, thanks to a partnership with Business Hawke’s Bay.
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MYOB opens new office in Chch with co-working space for startup customers
Thu, 15th Feb 2018
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financial systems
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fintechs
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software development
The building features a wellness room, energy (fitness) room, library, gaming room, IT Genius Bar, internal training room.
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Maori entrepreneurship thriving in Waikato and Coromandel regions
Thu, 1st Feb 2018
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callaghan innovation
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mbie
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startup ecosystem
Waikato region sees growth in Māori business enterprise, says Waikato Innovation Park advisor. Māori businesses seeking support has increased to 16 percent.
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Call for NZ Govt to establish Institute for Small Business
Tue, 16th Jan 2018
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smb
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nz government
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startup ecosystem
Businessman Tenby Powell is calling for the establishment of an Institute for Small Business to support SMEs in New Zealand.
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Ākina Foundation wins AUT Business Support Award
Tue, 10th Oct 2017
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new zealand post
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kiwirail
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aut
The award recognises organisations that deliver quality products and services to help businesses maximise their endeavours.
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What you missed at BizDojo Ponsonby’s pre-launch
Thu, 5th Oct 2017
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bizdojo
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co-working
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startup ecosystem
BizDojo unveils Ponsonby's creative co-working hub, hinting at a global 100-site plan amid a 300% growth spurt.
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New website launched as a resource for central NZ businesses
Mon, 25th Sep 2017
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ceda
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palmerston north
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manawatu
CEDA hopes the site will give Palmerston North and Manawatu businesses easy access to business support, advice and resources.
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Funding your startup, part 1: Angel Investors
Tue, 7th Feb 2012
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icehouse
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investment
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capital
The first in a series on what to do if you've got a great business idea but need cash to get it off the ground.
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A time-saver from Inland Revenue
Wed, 2nd Mar 2011
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ird
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online services
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business support
Struggling to find time to contact Inland Revenue? Their online services at www.ird.govt.nz offer a convenient solution for managing your taxes and accounts.