23 July 2020
Ahead of the 2020 General Election, New Zealand’s TechLeaders are urging all political parties to prioritise our digital future. The TechLeaders Executive have published their manifesto outlining specific areas that … Continue reading "Tech Leaders already seeing impact of automation"
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Auckland – TechLeaders, a growing group of top executives from the country’s biggest companies and organisations, are backing the pioneering work of the Productivity Commission to try to better understand the impact of technology changes on the future of work in New Zealand. Techle
April 26, 2019
In April, Callaghan Innovation launches Scale-Up New Zealand, a free online platform with verified information on Aotearoa New Zealand’s vibrant innovation ecosystem. Created from a model that is hugely successful overseas, Scale-Up New Zealand will make it faster and easier for ambitious bus
February 18, 2019
NAME: David Godfrey What drives you to make a difference?We have reached a tipping point in history where technology is widespread across all areas of life. It is important we demystify technology, encourage participation and increase awareness. We need knowledgeable debate and I am driven to en
July 3, 2018
The digital revolution that has begun will change, redefine and disrupt almost every sector across the country, New Zealand Techleaders chair David Kennedy says. View Digital Principles (PDF) Techleaders today released a set of digital principles to support New Zealand’s transformation into
June 11, 2018
NAME: Craig Columbus What drives you to make a difference? I love a challenge and enjoy helping others reach their full potential. Ultimately, I want know I've played a part in helping make the world a better place. Technology now touches all of our lives on a daily basis, but we must leverage i
May 25, 2018
NAME: Matthew Wright What impact will tech have for all New Zealanders? We can make New Zealanders’ lives better through technology. We need to challenge the world using technology as a vehicle, particularly to support quality of life, sustainability and trade. If we don't embrace technology,
May 24, 2018
NAME: David Kennedy What aspirations do you have for New Zealand? To be a lighthouse for other countries to visit and see how we are adapting to the changing world. It is the responsibility of leaders to create a platform for domestic success and international partnerships for today and the futu
May 22, 2018
Digital transformation, including automation and artificial intelligence (AI) is expected to impact many current jobs and the income of many New Zealanders, a high-powered national tech leaders group says. It is predicted that artificial intelligence and automation alone, will quickly change both t
March 18, 2018
Automation, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation issues facing the country could become threats, leading to increased social and economic difficulties and a strain on government resources unless they are immediately addressed, New Zealand’s tech leader say. The TechLeaders ex
November 7, 2017