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Infrastructure, or Applications, or BOTH?

Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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The Christchurch City Council's investment in fibre is paying off, with revenue growth of 566%, proving its worth.
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'Frenemies' unite for rural

Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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Telecom and Vodafone join forces to transform rural New Zealand's broadband, offering a unified solution to bridge the digital divide.
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Costing Carrier Ethernet

Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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Carrier Ethernet emerges as the go-to solution for wide area connectivity, boasting unmatched reliability and cost-effectiveness.
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Fearing the host

Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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With IT demands soaring, firms embrace hosting, trading in-house ops for external expertise, but choice overload sparks decision fatigue.
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Moo-ving rural broadband forwards

Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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UK farmers harness tech to boost efficiency, using software for nutrient budgets and tracking cow health, meeting rising demands for traceability.
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Green starts over at Datacom

Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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Scott Green, former Axon CEO, steps into a new role at Datacom as Director of IT Management Auckland, eyeing growth and innovation.
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MYOB: New Zealand's economy has flat-lined

Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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A tough quarter sees revenues and sales recede, with more than half of businesses saying recovery is a year away.
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Sarah Walker wins Gran Turismo 5 charity event

Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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Sarah Walker clinches victory at Gran Turismo 5 charity event, securing $2000 and a PS3 package for CatWalk Trust.
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iSky date to be confirmed on Friday

Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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Sky's iSky online TV service is on track for a New Zealand launch in the coming weeks, with a date confirmation expected this Friday.
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Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam expansion dated

Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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The Vietnam expansion for Battlefield: Bad Company 2 is coming. So is Christmas. But we can now confirm that Vietnam is coming first. Just.
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Nurture your IT baby

Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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Organisations must treat IT as a critical asset, shaping their approach to align with strategic aspirations or risk hindering innovation and growth.
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Mobile whizzkids

Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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A consumer survey reveals that poor mobile web performance can harm retailer reputations. Amazon and Walmart excel, but many lag behind. Here's how to improve.
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Managing business risk

Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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Exchange rate fluctuations and growing Chinese and Indian markets are reshaping business risk management. How can New Zealand executives stay competitive?.
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Recruitment gets social

Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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Companies are turning to Facebook's vast user base to find talent, but social media recruitment requires strategy and awareness of online presence.
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Remotely talented

Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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Technology enables employees to work together seamlessly despite geographic distances, helping companies like Asnet Technologies retain top talent.
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I want an iPhone

Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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Apple's iPhone could revolutionise the workplace, but when should businesses provide employees with the latest consumer devices and applications?.
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Scouting for geeks

Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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In the quest for IT talent, the health sector innovates, seeking those who blend tech expertise with a deep understanding of healthcare.
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Catch me if you can

Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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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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Dead Rising: Case West drops in December

Tue, 30th Nov 2010
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The Dead Rising 2 downloadable episode that re-introduces Dead Rising protagonist Frank West is due to hit Xbox LIVE next month, says Capcom.
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Aarque Group switches to Oracle CRM

Tue, 30th Nov 2010
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Aarque Group embraces Oracle CRM to spur growth, enhancing sales and agility in responding to market changes, optimising mobile workforce efficiency.