Mental Health stories - Page 11
MacTel works with mental health not-for-profit Open Minds
Thu, 14th Nov 2019
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Macquarie Telecom partners with Open Minds to deliver robust mobile, voice, and data services, enhancing mental health and disability support across Australia.
Consumers fail to see value of 5G, Deloitte study finds
Thu, 14th Nov 2019
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5g & beyond
Despite the business potential of 5G, a Deloitte study reveals consumer scepticism, with 84% unwilling to pay a USD $15 premium for the upgrade.
Kiwis more accepting of chatbots and digital humans
Thu, 7th Nov 2019
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Chatbots and digital employees are now an established part of communication between New Zealand businesses and customers.
All work, no play: 2degrees survey finds Kiwi SMBs won't take a break
Wed, 6th Nov 2019
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‘No holidays please, we’re SMBs’. That’s the sentiment coming from almost 1000 Kiwi small businesses, according to a study by 2degrees.
Spirit Telecom adds esteemed exec Greg Ridder to board
Tue, 5th Nov 2019
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kogan.com
Spirit Telecom has appointed Greg Ridder, renowned for his eCommerce expertise and roles with ASX-listed firms, to its board, furthering its digital ambitions.
Kiwi bosses set to take the plunge for charity
Tue, 5th Nov 2019
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Fuji Xerox NZ MD, Peter Thomas, will take the plunge off Auckland's Sky Tower as part of the Graeme Dingle Foundation's Drop Your Boss campaign.
ESET launches campaign to make the internet safer for children
Fri, 20th Sep 2019
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ESET has launched its Safer Kids Online campaign, which is designed to improve education around child safety online for both parents and their children.
Virtual assistants could soon help those with mental illness
Wed, 18th Sep 2019
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Computer scientists have created a new way of using virtual assistants that could potentially help those with mental illnesses.
Sumitomo Chemical chooses Workday to bring HR vision to life
Mon, 16th Sep 2019
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With Workday HCM, Sumitomo Chemical will unify a wide range of the company’s HR functions in one single system.
Congestion in NZ's cities adds to employee strain
Tue, 10th Sep 2019
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New Zealand's city congestion strains employees' personal lives and mental health, says OneHQ CEO, urging companies to adopt flexible work practices.
What will NZ's workplace of the future look like? We've got the trends.
Thu, 5th Sep 2019
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Hays predicts that ethical job automation, collaborative workplaces, and an aging workforce will shape New Zealand's future work environment.
NZ's The Cookie Project seeks to break down disability stigmas
Wed, 28th Aug 2019
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NZ's The Cookie Project unveils QR code packaging to combat disability stigma by connecting consumers with bakers. Launching in select Auckland stores.
Nuance releases med-tech speech recognition in Aus
Tue, 20th Aug 2019
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Nuance is launching its speech recognition platform Dragon Medical One in Australia, saving clinicians time on updating records and documentation.
'Wealth economy' key to measuring economic growth – University of Cambridge
Mon, 12th Aug 2019
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A University of Cambridge study argues GDP is obsolete for 21st-century policymaking, advocating for a ‘wealth economy’ focused on sustainability and wellbeing.
Knock technology off its pedestal, expert says
Thu, 8th Aug 2019
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hybrid & remote work
New Zealand tech expert says it's time to prioritize people over technology in the workplace, as face-to-face communication is crucial for productivity.
'Smart arses' in a smart car on 18,000 km rally for mental health
Wed, 24th Jul 2019
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A Kiwi-British couple will drive 18,000 km in a 0.6L smart car to raise awareness for mental health, aiming to raise USD $10,000 for the charity I AM HOPE.
Cisco NZ celebrates two internal promotions
Wed, 24th Jul 2019
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Cisco is welcoming Leanne Buer as its new Zealand country manager, as former country manager Dave Wilson heads to the US for his new role at Cisco HQ.
Why the state sector overhaul is a huge opportunity – Accenture
Thu, 11th Jul 2019
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cloud services
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The Government’s proposal to unify the entire state sector could deliver enormous economic and social benefits.
Trade Me and GirlBoss kick off GirlBoss Awards for 2019
Wed, 10th Jul 2019
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Nominations are open for the 2019 GirlBoss Awards, celebrating young Kiwi women shaping the future of New Zealand.
'Sittingitis' is the new taboo in the office
Tue, 25th Jun 2019
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Despite numerous health warnings on the negative effects of prolonged sitting, people continue to sit too much.