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Kiwi business owners are struggling to keep up with the pace of technological change – even as their businesses are disrupted by it – according to a new report, released today. According to the latest MYOB Future of Business report, future technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning and the internet-of-things, are now significantly disrupting the […]

Founder/s: Patrick Malley, Christoph Kistler, Kerrin Roberts HQ: Whangarei & Auckland What problems do you solve and what products or services do you sell? Dataphyll is a horticultural software provider delivering tools for orchardists to manage their staff and activities, in the field, in real-time. Who and where are your target customers? Our target customers […]

Who: The Orchard What: Innovation Hub, Coworking Space, Events HQ: Whangarei INTRODUCTION The Orchard is a collaborative business and event space for the growing community of entrepreneurs, start-ups and already established business professionals in Northland. It offers all the facilities of a premium office fit-out, a creative environment and a thriving community of like minds. […]

Ever dreamed about starting a business but not taken action on it? Maybe you had an idea to fill a gap years ago, and it just won’t go away? If this is you, there’s a good chance it’s one of three common self limiting beliefs that are holding back your inner entrepreneur. Getting started is half […]

Growing your company from the bottom of the world can be both challenging and rewarding. A new study considers whether it is better to “go global” from day one, or to grow locally first. Auckland-based startup Niesh, which has developed a student discount platform, is on a rapid growth trajectory and has had to decide […]

Working from home can be great – no commuting, better flexibility, working in your PJs (sometimes) and potential cost savings. But it’s not all easy. Motivation, routine and keeping a healthy separation between family and work life are all big challenges that home-based workers can face. However there are plenty of ways to work around […]

Good news for coral reefs is good news for Mangawhai sunscreen entrepreneur Jules Bright. The Earth’s Kitchen founder is poised to enter the sunscreen market in Hawaii now that a ban on most sunscreens has been scheduled. Earth’s Kitchen offers natural sunscreen options for adults, children and babies with the highest sun protection factor (50+). […]

The Developers Institute, a tech school to satisfy industry demand for software developers is the latest startup to emerge from Northland. Founded by Ruth Green-Cole and George Norris, the Developers Institute aims to deliver NZQA-approved qualifications and provide an apprenticeship model for software developers, enabling graduates to progress into employment with industry partners to build […]