The Ultimate Guide to Platform-as-a-Service
A curated Kiwi edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS).
What to know about Platform-as-a-Service
Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) represents a critical layer in cloud computing that enables developers and organizations to build, deploy, and manage applications without the complexity of maintaining infrastructure. It sits alongside other cloud service models such as Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), offering integrated environments that accelerate digital transformation and application innovation.
Exploring recent stories tagged with Platform-as-a-Service reveals a vibrant ecosystem marked by rapid growth, diverse vendor advancements, and strategic partnerships. From new PaaS solutions focusing on AI integration, hybrid cloud adoption, and low-code/no-code development, to expansions in analytics, security, and data management platforms, the landscape is shaped by emerging technologies and evolving business demands.
Readers interested in Platform-as-a-Service will gain insights into how organizations leverage PaaS to enhance agility, optimize operations, and scale innovation. The stories also highlight challenges like security, integration complexities, and market competition, providing a comprehensive view of PaaS’s role in shaping the future of cloud computing and enterprise digital strategies.
Kiwi Platform-as-a-Service News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Kordia & Arqiva bring new cloud solutions to New Zealand media
Kordia partners with Arqiva to launch cloud-based media solutions in New Zealand, boosting broadcasters with scalable, cost-effective digital tools for five years.
Spectrum appoints Deane Jessep to drive sovereign AI strategy
Spectrum names Deane Jessep CTO to lead New Zealand's sovereign AI strategy, tackling cloud costs, data sovereignty, and AI governance in enterprise and government sectors.
Spectrum appoints Marty Bennett to lead new era of growth
Spectrum appoints Marty Bennett as Country Manager, signalling renewed focus on governance, staff growth and key IT services in New Zealand.
Learnings from Victoria on infrastructure delivery
Project teams could cut waste and improve value for money if New Zealand adopts Victoria's lean delivery methods, an infrastructure expert says.
Spark expands partnership with Netskope for managed SSE services
Spark and Netskope have expanded their partnership to offer managed Security Service Edge services in New Zealand, bolstering cybersecurity for remote workers and cloud services.
A clear path to profitability in Blackpearl's FY23 results
The company's total subscription revenue increased by 97%, gross profit by 264%, customer base by 496%, and net assets by 85%.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Platform-as-a-Service
Expert Columns
Recent Platform-as-a-Service News
Major wake-up call needed after increased cyber threat
Hospitals, banks and other essential services face rising disruption as attackers exploit cloud blind spots and lean security teams.
New Zealand’s critical infrastructure vulnerable to cyber attacks
Banks and public services face rising disruption as attackers eye energy and water networks, with millions already lost to cyber incidents.
Waikato DHB attack a wake up call on cyber security
Patients and staff faced disrupted clinical services after hackers crippled Waikato DHB’s systems in a ransomware attack.
New Zealand organisations' adoption of PaaS solutions is increasing – IDC
Public cloud services vendor revenue in New Zealand reaches $1.01bn in 2018, with software-as-a-service leading the way, according to IDC.
Deloitte New Zealand announces partnership with Dell Boomi
Deloitte New Zealand has partnered with Dell Boomi to enhance its integration offerings, providing a low-code platform to simplify digital transformations.
Exeed adds ConnectWise software to managed services porfolio
Kiwi distributor Exeed partners with ConnectWise to enhance its managed services portfolio, offering resellers a robust business management platform.
How SMBs can grow their client base without cutting prices
Although they may seem to be the simplest solution, SMBs need to consider the trade-offs they are making by discounting.
How to improve cash flow and get rid of excess inventory
Bartercard has members consisting of over 6,000 businesses in eight countries, with a trade volume of over $150 million a year.
Qrious unveils Kiwi big data platform-as-a-service offering
Spark's Qrious has launched its Qonnect big data platform designed to provide NZ companies with a cloud-based platform-as-a-service big data solution.
Industry-leading iPaaS solution for NZ's 'thriving digital economy'
NZ's digital economy gets a boost with a groundbreaking iPaaS solution by IntegrationWorks and Dell Boomi, streamlining cloud and on-prem app integration.
VMware wants to secure your digital workspace
VMware has launched a platform called Workspace ONE, which helps secure digital workspaces for flexible workstyles and BYOD.
ServiceNow and automation: Changing the way businesses run
KPMG brings US cloud expert to New Zealand to share knowledge on ServiceNow, a platform revolutionising workflows worldwide.
OptimalBI and Yellowfin partner up to provide BI to NZ customers
OptimalBI has launched a cloud based Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) automated analytics solution known as MagnumBI with Yellowfin.
Oracle launches APEX AI generator on Autonomous AI Database
The new tool aims to speed enterprise app building while keeping AI-generated outputs governable, auditable and easier to deploy safely.
Google Cloud launches device platform for app testing
The pay-per-minute service could cut testing costs for teams that need to check apps across many handset types and screen sizes.
WPP cuts AI campaign deployment times with Google Cloud
That overhaul has slashed campaign rollout times from months to days, while also boosting production efficiency and content output across agencies.
Nutanix launches MCP server for AI cloud operations
Customers can now use plain-language prompts to manage Nutanix cloud systems, while existing access controls and audit logs stay in place.
Mirendil taps Google Cloud AI hypercomputer for research
The startup gains faster access to scarce AI compute as it prepares to scale model training across both TPU and Nvidia systems.
Volante launches Vol360i AI to automate payments ops
Banks could cut payment failures and manual repairs as Volante rolls out AI agents aimed at lifting processing rates above 95%.
AWS revenue growth hits fastest pace in 18 quarters
Demand for AI and core cloud services is boosting Amazon's key profit engine, with AWS growth accelerating to a 36.7% annual pace.