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NZD $9.6 billion cloud spend looms but most are unprepared
Digital Transformation

NZD $9.6 billion cloud spend looms but most are unprepared

New Zealand's cloud spending is set to reach NZD $9.6 billion by 2028, but only a third of businesses are ready to exploit its full potential.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Jun 2025
Turning NZ's 3G shutdown into an opportunity for IoT growth
Network Infrastructure

Turning NZ's 3G shutdown into an opportunity for IoT growth

New Zealand's 3G shutdown by year-end pressures businesses to shift to 4G LTE, turning challenges into IoT growth opportunities with expert support.

By Kat Dempsey • 4 min read • Tue, 20th May 2025
Satellite upgrade brings better access at Waitomo sites
Unified Communications

Satellite upgrade brings better access at Waitomo sites

Discover Waitomo in New Zealand's King Country has enhanced connectivity and safety with Spark's Starlink satellite internet, replacing unreliable VDSL access.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Apr 2025
Spark leads New Zealand internet rankings for 2024-2025
Unified Communications

Spark leads New Zealand internet rankings for 2024-2025

Spark has topped the nPerf rankings for New Zealand's fixed internet quality for 2024-2025, scoring 117,844 points amid stiff competition.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
Record 300-plus firms shortlisted for New Zealand Hi-Tech Awards
Agricultural Technology

Record 300-plus firms shortlisted for New Zealand Hi-Tech Awards

Over 300 firms across New Zealand are finalists in the 30th Hi-Tech Awards, showcasing innovation across diverse tech sectors nationwide.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Mar 2025
Lenovo appoints Victoria Mahan as NZ General Manager
Partner Programmes

Lenovo appoints Victoria Mahan as NZ General Manager

Lenovo has appointed Victoria Mahan as General Manager for New Zealand, succeeding Libby MacGregor, to lead operations from Auckland.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
ZeroJet & Tectrax merge to lead electric marine market
Supply Chain

ZeroJet & Tectrax merge to lead electric marine market

ZeroJet and Tectrax are set to merge by December 2024, combining their electric marine technologies to enhance global market reach and innovation.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Jelena Lawton joins One NZ as enterprise mobility lead
Customer Relationship Management

Jelena Lawton joins One NZ as enterprise mobility lead

Jelena Lawton has been appointed as Enterprise Mobility Sales Lead at One New Zealand, enhancing mobility solutions for businesses across the country.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024
Transpower partners with Spark for TransGO network upgrade
Unified Communications

Transpower partners with Spark for TransGO network upgrade

Transpower partners with Spark to upgrade the TransGO fibre optic network, enhancing critical infrastructure with improved connectivity, digitisation, and mobility.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
Spark teams up with Fidelity Life for data governance strategy
Data Protection

Spark teams up with Fidelity Life for data governance strategy

Fidelity Life partners with Spark to strengthen data governance using Microsoft Purview, aiming to boost resilience and competitiveness amidst decentralised IT operations.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
Nokia chosen by Spark NZ for major 5G network expansion
Unified Communications

Nokia chosen by Spark NZ for major 5G network expansion

Nokia chosen by Spark New Zealand to spearhead its 4G and 5G expansion, providing equipment for over 700 sites, aiming to streamline operations and boost connectivity.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024
International Women in Cyber Day: Why we need more women in the field
Opinion

International Women in Cyber Day: Why we need more women in the field

Despite progress, women in cybersecurity still face significant challenges. This International Women in Cyber Day, we explore why the industry needs them more than ever.

By Megan Young • 4 min read • Sun, 1st Sep 2024
Spark expands partnership with Netskope for managed SSE services
Software-as-a-Service

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.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
Revealed: Presbyterian Support Central partners with Spark
Health Technologies

Revealed: Presbyterian Support Central partners with Spark

Presbyterian Support Central has partnered with Spark to revamp its tech, aiming to improve productivity for over 1,000 employees amid budget constraints.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024

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Google unveils advanced AI capabilities in BigQuery platform
Data Analytics

Google unveils advanced AI capabilities in BigQuery platform

Google has launched advanced AI features in its BigQuery platform, boosting business efficiency with a 50% rise in campaign productivity for clients.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
Flock Consulting appoints Matt Hemens as Head of Sales
Data Analytics

Flock Consulting appoints Matt Hemens as Head of Sales

Flock Consulting has appointed Matt Hemens as Head of Sales, aiming to enhance growth and expand its reach in New Zealand and Australia.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
Exclusive: How AI is revolutionising GP workflows, patient care
Artificial Intelligence

Exclusive: How AI is revolutionising GP workflows, patient care

GP Karl Cole highlights the revolutionary impact of AI on medical workflows and patient care, improving efficiency and reducing clinician burnout.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2024

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