01 September 2023
The Government has finalised the design of the Game Development Sector Rebate scheme, following a constructive period of consultation with the sector. The design takes on board many of the sector’s suggestions to clarify parts of the design and adjust some criteria to better fit the sector’s operational practices. The details can be found on … Continue reading "New Zealand Tech and Innovation Story Launch"
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24 May 2023
As part of Budget 2023, the Government will be investing over $27 million in a new funding package to advance digital technology skills and talent activities that are part of the Digital Technologies Industry Transformation Plan (ITP). This funding will help grow New Zealand’s tech sector workforce and equip more Kiwis to upskill and reskill … Continue reading "New Zealand Tech and Innovation Story Launch"
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15 May 2023
We are pleased to announce the launch of The Digital Technologies Industry Transformation Plan (ITP) and our new look website. For several years, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) and industry (led by NZTech) have worked together to develop a vision for the longer term growth of our sector: The world looks to … Continue reading "New Zealand Tech and Innovation Story Launch"
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16 December 2022
SFIA is a global technical competency and skills framework used in around 200 countries and extensively in New Zealand and Australia. The licence enables all government entities, all New Zealand businesses, and individuals to access and use the SFIA framework.
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07 September 2022
Kia ora and hello,It’s been a busy and inspiring few months, with offshore trade missions showcasing some of our incredible companies in the US, UK and Australia. Back in Aotearoa, a busy Techweek was followed by a celebration of our community at the Hi-Tech Awards Gala. Ka rawe, what a night it was! With New Zealand borders … Continue reading "New Zealand Tech and Innovation Story Launch"
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04 May 2022
Helping more people to upskill and reskill in the digital technology sector is essential to ensure the sector has the experienced talent it needs.
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11 February 2022
The release today of a draft digital technologies industry transformation plan (ITP) is the result of a year-long collaboration between Government and the tech sector
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REGISTER NOW New Zealand brings a unique perspective to how we think about and use technology. It’s a perspective that the world needs now, more than ever to help create technology that will build a better tomorrow. Our Tech Story is designed to help build New Zealand's international
3 February 2022
As part of the Public Service Act 2020, government agencies are required to develop a Long-term Insights Briefing (LTIB) to explore issues that matter for the future wellbeing of New Zealanders. Stats NZ is proposing a briefing on data as a national competitive advantage. Detail on the types of
9 December 2021
On 20th October 2021, the i4 Accelerator Program and Scion are launching the forestry data innovation lab. The lab has a virtual format and is hosted by Scion at its Rotorua campus. The lab will act as a focal point for the local economy, helping businesses and organisations of all sizes design and
27 October 2021
We consider the benefits of internships for both businesses and students and catch up with some past i4 Associates During the last year, the i4 Accelerator, Massey University, Otago University, the Ministry for Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) have been working to develop the 2021/2
12 October 2021
The Minister for the Digital Economy and Communications, Hon Dr David Clark has opened the discussion for all New Zealanders to have their say on creating a Digital Strategy for Aotearoa. The newly published discussion document, Towards a Digital Strategy for Aotearoafeatures three themes; Ma
7 October 2021
As alert levels gradually lower throughout the country, the New Zealand Tech and Innovation Story (Tech Story) brand development continues. The development of the Tech Story narrative, brand essence and messaging is a significant milestone in our journey, and we’d like to thank James Hurm
28 September 2021
What makes New Zealand special? View Silicon Valley veteran Randy Komisar's insights https://youtu.be/vbakstl1OK0
24 September 2021
The more we develop and use technology, the more data we generate— that rich information has the potential to provide exciting benefits for businesses, the economy, and society. Now, a new national programme will help equip more Kiwi businesses with the skills needed to compete more effectively i
16 September 2021
Despite the latest national lockdown, the New Zealand Tech and Innovation Story (Tech Story) brand development work continues. The Tech Story is a marketing initiative designed to deliver a compelling, consistent way of promoting our tech and innovation capabilities. This will enhance New Zealan
24 August 2021
The Digital Technologies Industry Transformation Plan (ITP) is a collaboration between industry and Government to help grow the digital technologies sector. It is something everyone working in tech needs to know about and we want to ensure our ecosystem is well represented. What is an Indu
20 August 2021
Stats NZ, through the Government Chief Data Steward (GCDS) is the functional lead for data and is responsible for the implementation of the Open Data Charter. MBIE and Stats NZ have agreed to continue to work together to ensure more open government data is available for the Digital Technologies sec
12 August 2021
The Government Procurement workstream of the Digital Industry Transformation plan - jointly led by NZRise and MBIE - invite you to join us for a focused workshop designed to shape the future of New Zealand (NZ) Government procurement for our sector. We are looking to bring key stakeholders from
30 July 2021