Innovation News

3-D technology to light a fire under retail perceptions

And we thought online shopping was the retail revolution of our time.

Thermal-imaging camera could be the next big thing in pest control

Military grade thermal-imaging gear could be the new go-to weapon in New Zealand's war on invasive species.

New online subscription service offers trouble free baby clothes shopping

Finding clothes for your toddler is now a whole lot easier with the launch of an online service that does it for you.

Social enterprises and supply chains: Why companies can't outsource responsibility

Corporate social responsibility is a hot topic of discussion in the business sector, but some don't seem to realise how their business is performing in this category extends to their supply chains, too. General manager of SAP Ariba Ben Redwine shares his insights on this and findings from the rec...

Effies international judge Chris Baker on the harmfulness of short-term thinking

Founder at Bacon Strategy and Research London and this year’s international judge for the Effie Awards Chris Baker is enjoying his first visit to New Zealand.

The Warehouse focuses on mental health

The Warehouse has launched its latest policy, Suicide: Supporting those at Risk, in a further effort to help support employees struggling with mental health.  

The top goals Kiwis hope to achieve through business travel

Whether heading overseas for a conference or driving to the next big city for a client meeting, business travel can be a big part of our job description - and especially for Kiwis, says Luke Ashall.

2017 TIN Report highlights Māori tech companies for the first time (and other important gleanings)

No matter how you slice it, $10 billion is a pretty big chunk of change. It’s how much Aotearoa’s technology sector is estimated to be worth – and it’s a new record to boot. But can growth continue?

How to sell to a Kiwi Millennial

Want to sell to youth (and "youth-adjacent") people in New Zealand today? Then you better think differently, says Eventbrite's Brad McIntyre.

Upcoming! One day workshop to learn the ins and outs of influencer

Wearable translation device to aid healthcare sector

The device could help workers in healthcare communicate with non-native speakers while using their hands. The post

Utility company uses horse manure to power horse show

A Finnish utility company has created a circular system for generating electricity from biological waste products The post

Interactive pedestrian crossing provides alerts for drivers

New technology reacts in real-time to make pedestrians, cyclists and drivers safer and more aware of each other. The post

How to make your business emails less boring

So you're writing a business email. Congratulations! Now make it less boring, says Kevin Nelson.

More than just killer bots: How technologists can improve people’s lives for the better

There’s been a lot of discussion recently around the responsibilities tech companies, big and small, should uphold. Springload’s Bron Thomson says that when it comes to technology, the goal should always be to improve people’s lives for the better. She explains how Springload’s focus is always on...