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Kiwi Stories

Labour Shortage stories

Logistics sector 18,000 workers short by 2028
Robotics

Logistics sector 18,000 workers short by 2028

New research warns freight delays and higher consumer prices loom as New Zealand’s logistics worker gap is projected to quadruple by 2028.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 28th Jun 2023
Achieving great outcomes during changing times
Disaster Recovery

Achieving great outcomes during changing times

Skills shortages, weather damage and rising costs are squeezing construction firms as Waihanga Ara Rau outlines priorities for the next 18 months.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Fri, 16th Jun 2023
Construction micro-credentials to encourage job-seekers
eLearning

Construction micro-credentials to encourage job-seekers

Job-seekers can now gain entry-level trade skills in months as BCITO and Waihanga Ara Rau roll out five new construction micro-credentials.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 9th May 2023
Industrial property’s appeal continues
Supply Chain

Industrial property’s appeal continues

Vacancy remains near record lows as demand keeps industrial property attractive to investors, even as rising costs slow new development.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Mon, 10th Apr 2023
Silver Fern Farms deploys Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM
Oracle

Silver Fern Farms deploys Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM

New Zealand meat processor Silver Fern Farms has deployed Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM, boosting employee engagement by more than 60%.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Mar 2023
Who is eligible for the Cyclone Gabrielle recovery visa?
Disaster Recovery

Who is eligible for the Cyclone Gabrielle recovery visa?

Specialist engineers, technicians and insurance assessors can be brought in within a week to speed North Island cyclone recovery.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Sun, 26th Feb 2023

Global Stories

Labour Shortage stories

Artificial intelligence seen as key labour shortage solution
Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence seen as key labour shortage solution

Ceridian survey reveals leaders' confidence in achieving organizational goals, but highlights complexity crisis in the workforce.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Aug 2023
Embracing innovation for retail success in the digital era
eCommerce

Embracing innovation for retail success in the digital era

Retailers are no longer constrained by their physical locations – going online will help them serve a global market.

By Chris Chan • 4 min read • Mon, 26th Jun 2023
Why Telcos must act now to survive the next recession
Unified Communications

Why Telcos must act now to survive the next recession

A recession, without a doubt, will cause disruption and with disruption comes challenges, including labour shortages, budget cuts and much more.

By Greg Tilton • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Investing in Innovation and Technology for Gender Equality
Human Capital Management

IWD 2023: Investing in Innovation and Technology for Gender Equality

Organisations today must strive to constantly recalibrate their processes to promote a diverse, inclusive, and progressive workplace culture.

By Pannie Sia • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
Meeting sustainability expectations, but at what cost?
Supply Chain

Meeting sustainability expectations, but at what cost?

The food and beverage industry faces increasing pressure to be sustainable and profitable, but it is no longer a choice, writes journalist [Author].

By Jarrod Kinchington • 7 min read • Thu, 9th Feb 2023
Efficiency the name of the game in data centre landscape
Data centers

Efficiency the name of the game in data centre landscape

It is of vital interest that we gain a clear perspective, because more of the world depends on cloud services and data centre operations than ever before.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Wed, 1st Feb 2023
M-Files top technology predictions for 2023 and beyond
Supply Chain

M-Files top technology predictions for 2023 and beyond

The global economy faces challenges such as inflation, supply chain disruptions, and talent shortages. Organisations must adapt to new demands.

By Antti Nivala • 5 min read • Tue, 31st Jan 2023
Australian software spending set to increase in 2023
Supply Chain

Australian software spending set to increase in 2023

Economic instability and a global pandemic have seen many businesses rapidly digitising and investing in various tech solutions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Jan 2023
Why democratised data is crucial to improve operations
Digital Transformation

Why democratised data is crucial to improve operations

Democratising data—making data consumable for a wider population—will give these front-line users valuable decision-making insights.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 6 min read • Tue, 24th Jan 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Labour Shortage stories

IWD 2023: Bridging the gender gap in cybersecurity
Cybersecurity

IWD 2023: Bridging the gender gap in cybersecurity

Cybersecurity is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world, with the rapid rollout of technology heightening the demand for IT security services.

By Richard Menear • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Australia's tech sector needs more diversity
International Women's Day

IWD 2023: Australia's tech sector needs more diversity

Australia's tech industry is thriving but struggling with gender equity. Women make up just 29% of the workforce, according to a report.

By Katrina Barry • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023