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Are we legally allowed to ignore work on the weekend?
Productivity

Are we legally allowed to ignore work on the weekend?

11% of Australian and New Zealand workers have policies limiting out-of-hours work, according to Hays survey. 18% must reply on weekends.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Fri, 5th May 2017
Office 365, Azure continue to drive Microsoft growth as Surface drops
Gaming

Office 365, Azure continue to drive Microsoft growth as Surface drops

Strong growth in Office 365 and Azure has helped Microsoft to an 8% growth in revenue for the latest quarter, and offset declines seen elsewhere.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 1st May 2017

Stories from Other Regions

Productivity stories

Track and trace building products system mooted
Digital Transformation

Track and trace building products system mooted

A traceability scheme could cut hefty repair bills and help curb unsafe or counterfeit materials in New Zealand's building sector.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Jun 2017
In pursuit of productivity: Top technologies SMBs are adopting
Productivity

In pursuit of productivity: Top technologies SMBs are adopting

Technological development is changing expectations of SMBs and pushing them to find more ways to be more productive.

By David Piggott • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Jun 2017
Future-focused infrastructure plan needed, LGNZ says
Productivity

Future-focused infrastructure plan needed, LGNZ says

Rising housing pressure and ageing assets are forcing councils to seek new funding tools as LGNZ urges election contenders to back infrastructure renewal.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 25th Jun 2017
Explore infrastructure funding options, OECD urges
Agricultural Technology

Explore infrastructure funding options, OECD urges

Limited housing growth in Auckland is being blamed on poor infrastructure funding, with the OECD urging new ways to pay for public works.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 15th Jun 2017
Construction industry forum to tackle election issue
Productivity

Construction industry forum to tackle election issue

With six weeks to go before New Zealand's General Election, builders will press for action on housing, infrastructure and new methods at an Auckland forum.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Jun 2017
Auckland road pricing moves a step closer
Auckland Council

Auckland road pricing moves a step closer

Congestion charging in Auckland is now under formal review, with officials warning the city’s gridlock is hurting productivity and business.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Jun 2017
Budget commitment to rail welcomed
Supply Chain

Budget commitment to rail welcomed

The funding will help keep freight and commuter services reliable, while supporting recovery works and safety upgrades across KiwiRail’s network.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 25th May 2017
Women key target to boost infrastructure numbers
Power / Energy

Women key target to boost infrastructure numbers

A looming shortage of 25,000 workers has prompted calls to widen recruitment, as women still make up less than 4 per cent of trainees.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 21st May 2017
On-site tool service for better workplace safety
Risk & Compliance

On-site tool service for better workplace safety

Worksites can reduce hazards and downtime by having torque wrenches, pumps and cylinders serviced, calibrated and safety-checked on site.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Thu, 11th May 2017
Sophisticated route planning for fleet management
Software-as-a-Service

Sophisticated route planning for fleet management

Fleet managers could cut planning time and manpower as a new integration gives carriers real-time route optimisation and delivery tracking.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 9th May 2017
Teckweek'17 kicks off to to encourage global thinking and inspire youth
Government

Teckweek'17 kicks off to to encourage global thinking and inspire youth

​Techweek'17, a nationwide event showcasing New Zealand-grown technology and innovation to the world, kicked off today amidst much fanfare.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Sat, 6th May 2017
Technology trial could boost road industry safety
Smart Cities

Technology trial could boost road industry safety

Safety gains for autonomous and connected cars are on offer as Australia trials satellite-based positioning across the road industry.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 4th May 2017
Government infrastructure funding to boost skills
Education, Learning & Training

Government infrastructure funding to boost skills

The push could help fill 16,000 jobs over three years as an ageing civil workforce strains to meet New Zealand's infrastructure spend.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 30th Apr 2017
Keeping it simple cuts costs
Digital Transformation

Keeping it simple cuts costs

A lack of systems left First Gas needing a compliant billing platform in just three months after buying Vector Gas assets.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Apr 2017
Dealing with emotional exhaustion enhances happiness
Human Capital Management

Dealing with emotional exhaustion enhances happiness

Workers who feel drained may recover happiness by making a plan and seeking advice, according to a study of 500 employees.

By Geoff • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Apr 2017
Economy riding growth wave but…
Productivity

Economy riding growth wave but…

Tourism and migration are propping up growth, but record household debt and weaker investment threaten New Zealand’s longer-term outlook.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 9th Apr 2017