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Xero's Anna Curzon recognised in top 25 women leaders in SaaS
Software-as-a-Service

Xero's Anna Curzon recognised in top 25 women leaders in SaaS

Xero's chief partner officer Anna Curzon has been named one of the top 25 women leaders in SaaS by The SaaS Report.

By Kai Ping Lew • 5 min read • Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
Intersekt fintech festival promises world-first gender equality commitment
Fintech

Intersekt fintech festival promises world-first gender equality commitment

The decision is part of an ongoing campaign to drive increased levels of female participation in Australia's most important startup sector.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Sep 2017
Gender pay gap should be a social & economic priority, says WGEA
Australian Government

Gender pay gap should be a social & economic priority, says WGEA

Two Australian government science agencies and two universities join national initiative to improve gender equity in research organizations.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Sep 2017
ISACA warns GDPR compliance clock is counting down fast
Data Privacy

ISACA warns GDPR compliance clock is counting down fast

ISACA has warned organisations to accelerate GDPR compliance efforts, with only nine months left before the regulation becomes enforceable.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Sep 2017
Exclusive interview: Polycom on how remote working can bring us closer together
Unified Communications

Exclusive interview: Polycom on how remote working can bring us closer together

If you're measuring the productivity of your employees based on whether you can see them or not, you're probably not getting the most out of them.

By Julia Gabel • 6 min read • Thu, 17th Aug 2017
No ignition for NZ's largest tech show as Microsoft cancels Ignite 2017
Microsoft

No ignition for NZ's largest tech show as Microsoft cancels Ignite 2017

Microsoft New Zealand has cancelled its annual Ignite tech event, with a spokesperson saying the cancellation is a 'commercial decision'.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Aug 2017
Dell's 'Legacy of Good' plan underscores commitment to team, society & environment
Network Infrastructure

Dell's 'Legacy of Good' plan underscores commitment to team, society & environment

Dell showcases CSR achievements post-EMC merger with its 'Legacy of Good' plan, aiming to advance human progress.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
A brief history of Claudia Batten & her contribution to tech in NZ
Gaming

A brief history of Claudia Batten & her contribution to tech in NZ

Batten believes that New Zealand must be part of the digital world to close the geographic divide, remain relevant, and increase its prosperity.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Thu, 15th Jun 2017
Exclusive: Polycom global boss talks a return to growth, new markets and women in tech
Unified Communications

Exclusive: Polycom global boss talks a return to growth, new markets and women in tech

Polycom is promising new products and entrance to new markets in the coming months as it seeks to return to growth after a US$2 billion takeover,.

By Heather Wright • 5 min read • Mon, 12th Jun 2017
APAC Sophos' Nicki Dewhurst included in prestigious 'Women of the Channel' list
Firewalls

APAC Sophos' Nicki Dewhurst included in prestigious 'Women of the Channel' list

The gender divide in IT and affiliated industries is a topic of increasing concern, but companies like Sophos are breaking the mould.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Jun 2017
Exclusive interview: Simona Turin on Air New Zealand's digital transformation
Unified Communications

Exclusive interview: Simona Turin on Air New Zealand's digital transformation

I'm still trying to figure out what is stopping girls from reaching technology because I love technology, it's a creative process.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Fri, 9th Jun 2017
Gender inequality: Narrowing the gender gap through flexible working
Hybrid & Remote Work

Gender inequality: Narrowing the gender gap through flexible working

Women, during their child bearing years (25-44) earn up to 40% less than men in the same age group, regardless of whether they have children or not.

By Gabrielle Cichero • 6 min read • Thu, 8th Jun 2017
4% of CEOs & board chairs are women - Diversity, still a problem for corporate boards
Leadership

4% of CEOs & board chairs are women - Diversity, still a problem for corporate boards

Still a glass ceiling: Only 4% of global CEOs and board chairs are women, Deloitte's report reveals a stark gender gap.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Jun 2017
Exclusive interview: Elanation battles child obesity & anxiety with tech
EduTech

Exclusive interview: Elanation battles child obesity & anxiety with tech

78% of kids who search the internet for content end up frustrated, confused or anxious because that sea of content is so overwhelming.

By Julia Gabel • 6 min read • Fri, 2nd Jun 2017
You're invited: Young women get to work with tech mentors
NZTech

You're invited: Young women get to work with tech mentors

Want to encourage young women in our schools to pursue STEM and exciting careers in the tech sector? ShadowTech Day will help them meet their mentors.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Thu, 18th May 2017

Stories from Other Regions

Empowering girls towards tech about inspiration, mythbusting and education, says NZTech
NZTech

Empowering girls towards tech about inspiration, mythbusting and education, says NZTech

The Ministry for Women in New Zealand has released a guide called Decoding Diversity to encourage girls and women into the technology field.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Aug 2017
You're Invited: Empowering young women to work with tech
3D Printing

You're Invited: Empowering young women to work with tech

Auckland college aims to encourage girls in tech with inspirational programme #Girlsinnov8. Registration open now! #GI8 https://goo.gl/AyDjk3.

By Matthew Bain • 4 min read • Mon, 29th May 2017
Alma mater congratulates innovative woman in tech on award
Eastern Institute of Technology

Alma mater congratulates innovative woman in tech on award

EIT lauds alumna Aliesha Staples for clinching Young Achiever of the Year at the NZ Hi-Tech awards, heralding her VR innovations.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Thu, 18th May 2017