Auckland stories
Many firms are failing to turn AI spending into returns, as Quanton opens in Australia to help clients scale deployments and change management.
The win highlights growing demand for governed AI tools that speed up identity admin without weakening approvals, audit trails or compliance.
Business buyers in Australia can now get a 0.99kg 14-inch Copilot+ PC from AUD $3,399, with local AI tools and 26-hour battery life.
The certification could help Spectrum win government and enterprise contracts, after it cut the usual ISO 27001 timetable and costs sharply.
More than 800 managed service providers are expected in Sydney as Pax8 seeks to deepen its Asia-Pacific presence with a regional conference.
Auckland's engineers are shaping Lightspeed's products worldwide, as the company expands AI tools and keeps key leadership in New Zealand.
The software maker's new framework is aimed at helping customers face tougher emissions reporting while cutting its own footprint by 2030.
Working capital has been freed up at ETEL, with automated cloud planning replacing spreadsheets and trimming stock across sites.
Grant funding will back New Zealand groups tackling climate risk and inclusion, as QBE links recovery support to stronger resilience.
Wealthy overseas arrivals are pushing premium rentals higher, with Auckland demand more than six times up in May amid Golden Visa interest.
A central challenge for New Zealand tech firms is finding the right investors and partners, organisers say, as 3,000 attend.
Businesses in New Zealand want better productivity and AI support, and HP has named a veteran executive to help meet that demand.
Wastewater testing suggests methamphetamine is driving millions of dollars in weekly harm, with workplace detections also rising nationwide.
More than 1,100 security professionals saw live access requests approved in real time as Gallagher showcased its software in New Zealand.
AI fears have not dented demand for coders, with Australia's software and applications programmer workforce reaching a record 216,000.
The rollout could cut power costs for manufacturers and logistics firms as rooftop generation shields them from rising network charges.
Earthquake, flood and weather exposure are making cover pricier and harder to secure for longer New Zealand builds, Aon said.
Fuel savings have eased some site costs, but rising timber, cladding and pipework prices kept construction inflation in positive territory.
Wellington landlords face higher vacancy and weaker rents as Budget 2026 triggers a public sector office shake-up and slower growth.
Ignoring a prohibition notice over asbestos work cost a property owner NZD $32,000 after inspectors found repeated defiance in Auckland.
