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Why we need more ‘shovel-ready’ projects
Construction

Why we need more ‘shovel-ready’ projects

Civil contractors say the Government must back already designed transport works quickly to protect jobs as big projects finish.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2019
Taking the killer stress out of wire rope applications
Construction

Taking the killer stress out of wire rope applications

Wearlon sheaves can cut rope wear and maintenance, helping cranes, elevators and other plant stay safer for longer.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2019
Infrastructure Commission updates pipeline
Risk & Compliance

Infrastructure Commission updates pipeline

Greater transparency on future works could help New Zealand firms plan labour and capital as the pipeline tops USD $20 billion.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2019
How timber construction is transforming Australian development
Supply Chain

How timber construction is transforming Australian development

Mass timber is opening up faster, cheaper projects across Australia, with new code changes and local supply widening its use beyond niche builds.

By Staff Writer • 10 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2019
Icon Integration announce expansion into New Zealand
Supply Chain

Icon Integration announce expansion into New Zealand

The formal expansion into NZ will see the company opening the doors to a physical office and running its consultancy practice from the ground.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2019
New hope for construction industry
Risk & Compliance

New hope for construction industry

New procurement rules could ease contract risk and cut legal costs, if agencies shift from lowest price to outcome-led construction deals.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 29th Sep 2019
Watercare’s big construction partnership
Auckland Council

Watercare’s big construction partnership

The deal should improve certainty for contractors and could cut costs as Watercare pursues long-term savings and sustainability goals.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2019
Infrastructure Commission’s multi-billion dollar opportunity
Supply Chain

Infrastructure Commission’s multi-billion dollar opportunity

Better procurement could unlock billions of dollars in value from New Zealand’s $129 billion infrastructure pipeline, industry groups say.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Sep 2019
New research reveals a critical problem for New Zealand’s construction industry
Human Capital Management

New research reveals a critical problem for New Zealand’s construction industry

Uncertainty over project timing is hampering hiring and investment, with 77% of contractors wanting a clearer pipeline of government work.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 21st Aug 2019
Fresho: The supply chain tech tackling NZ's food waste problem
Supply Chain

Fresho: The supply chain tech tackling NZ's food waste problem

Fresho, an online ordering company, is transforming the food industry in New Zealand by streamlining wholesale ordering and reducing food waste.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Aug 2019

Global Stories

OEM stories

German Telefónica chooses Infinera for backhaul network
Network Infrastructure

German Telefónica chooses Infinera for backhaul network

Telefónica Deutschland has chosen Infinera's DRX Series to modernise its mobile transport network, enhancing scalability and efficiency for 5G services.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2019
Paradigm shift as Infinera introduces new optical tech
Network Infrastructure

Paradigm shift as Infinera introduces new optical tech

Infinera's new XR optics technology marks a significant shift in optical networking, enabling more efficient, flexible, and cost-effective transport networks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Oct 2019
Businesses need greater clarity on sustainability reporting
Supply Chain

Businesses need greater clarity on sustainability reporting

British businesses are calling for clearer sustainability reporting standards, as 76% admit significant risks from unassessed supply chains.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2019
Western Digital unveils 20TB mechanical HDDs
Hyperscale

Western Digital unveils 20TB mechanical HDDs

Western Digital debuts its 20TB Ultrastar DC HC650 SMR and 18TB Ultrastar DC HC550 CMR HDDs for data centres, with full production planned for early 2020.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2019
New DXC Tech solution provides 'grape-to-glass' tracking
Supply Chain

New DXC Tech solution provides 'grape-to-glass' tracking

Red Beverage 4.0 provides the ability to monitor and manage growers and supply chains, plus functionality to capture, manage and retain recipes.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Jul 2019

Stories from Other Regions

OEM stories

Why supply chain companies should adopt cloud-based communications
Unified Communications

Why supply chain companies should adopt cloud-based communications

Australia's GBP £97 billion supply chain industry is rapidly adopting cloud comms to enhance efficiency, cut costs, and stay competitive amid growing pressure.

By Brendan Maree • 5 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2019
Coles supply chain transformation aims to save $1b over four years
Supply Chain

Coles supply chain transformation aims to save $1b over four years

Accenture will support Coles digital and technology development initiatives. This includes the modernisation of the supply chain with partners Witron and Ocado.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Jul 2019