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What is the Auckland tech hiring market experiencing?
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ai
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learning
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collaboration
Auckland's tech hiring market sees cautious optimism as Reserve Bank rate cuts uplift sentiment, but slow recovery and 'brain drain' pose challenges.
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Uber drivers in NZ win court battle for employee status
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court of appeal
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e tū
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nz
UBER DEFEATED: Uber drivers in New Zealand win legal battle for employee status, securing full employment protections and challenging future contractor law reforms.
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Remote appoints John Kelly as new Chief Revenue Officer
Fri, 17th May 2024
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oracle
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sales
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sap
Global HR firm Remote appoints John Kelly as CRO to spearhead revenue growth, as they continue their market expansion and mission to transform global employment.
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Third-party risk: A growing threat in today's interconnected world
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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supply chain systems
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
An intricate web of third-party collaborations elevates innovation and efficiency in business but also significantly increases risk factors such as data breaches and financial instability.
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Exploring the multifaceted realm of cloud identity security
Thu, 28th Mar 2024
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digital transformation
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
As organisations navigate digital transformation, the complexity of cloud security and identity protection intensifies, demanding a modernised approach to Privileged Access Management.
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How to make your Zero Trust Network Access rollout a success
Tue, 9th Jan 2024
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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data analytics
Despite 83% of cybersec decision-makers in Australia and New Zealand seeing Zero Trust Network Access as future security, 17% have yet to start a programme, Forrester Consulting study reveals.
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Danfoss boosts security & cuts onboarding time with Saviynt's platform
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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data analytics
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
Danfoss slashes onboarding time by 83% and enhances security for 45000 identities using Saviynt's platform.
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Fortinet enhances OT security platform with integrated solutions & services
Wed, 20th Dec 2023
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firewalls
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
Fortinet bolsters its operational technology security platform with new integrated solutions and services, providing enhanced protection for industrial networks.
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TaxLeopard acquires Airtax in strategic move boosting AI capabilities
Thu, 30th Nov 2023
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partner programmes
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pwc
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uber
TaxLeopard has acquired competitor Airtax, boosting its userbase and advancing AI capabilities in a six-figure deal.
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SafetyCulture unveils updated platform aiming to serve 100 million users by 2032
Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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fleet management
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it training
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procurement
SafetyCulture introduces an updated operations platform with ambitious plans to serve 100 million users by 2032.
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Commvault's SaaS solutions earn prestigious IRAP certification in Australia
Thu, 26th Oct 2023
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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cyber threats
Commvault's SaaS data protection solutions secure esteemed IRAP certification, heightening its cybersafety standards.
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NZ tech firms RUSH and Downer to develop road safety AI
Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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it industry
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engineering
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nz
New Zealand technology company RUSH and Downer Transport & Infrastructure have secured funding to develop AI technology to increase road safety.
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Confidence in New Zealand’s infrastructure under water
Thu, 24th Aug 2023
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financial systems
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fintechs
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accounting systems
The annual Construction Industry Survey, in partnership with Teletrac Navman and Civil Contractors New Zealand, reveals cracks in New Zealand’s infrastructure.
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Talent appoints Meagan Jeffery as Global CIO
Wed, 22nd Mar 2023
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digital transformation
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ai
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leadership
Talent appoints Meagan Jeffery as Global Chief Information Officer to lead the revamp of technology function and support the company's growth objectives.
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NZ-owned Fronde acquires Aussie OnlineOne
Wed, 1st May 2013
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it services
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support
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nz
Wellington-based ICT company says deal will allow leverage of NetSuite capability into the New Zealand market.
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Rates to benefits shift for ICT contractors
Wed, 3rd Apr 2013
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apm
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devops
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software development
The latest SkillsMatch report reveals a shift in focus from rates to benefits for ICT contractors, with shorter contracts now prevailing in the industry.
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IT sector leads recruitment charge
Tue, 18th Jan 2011
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uc
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it industry
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government
Hudson survey shows a desire in the IT industry to move away from heavy use of contractors as a normal part of business.
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Catch me if you can
Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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software development
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skills gap
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salaries
As IT evolves, the role of the CIO has shifted focus from mere technical expertise to strategic business skills, with more CIOs now reporting directly to CEOs.
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Union pickets Telecom AGM, customers face delays
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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northland
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customer service
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chorus
Union protesters disrupt Telecom AGM over Visionstream's new employment model; Northland customers face two-week delays for fault repairs, Auckland three days.