Leave is leave
December 3, 2025
Thanks to the 24/7 connectivity of modern work life, it can feel like taking leave and being on leave are two different things. But, writes Kate Kearins, they shouldn’t be.
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Are coalition loyalty programmes a trap?
December 1, 2025
Article by John A Norrie, CEO Tranxactor Why Retail Groups Should Think Twice For decades, multi-merchant coalition loyalty programmes have been marketed as the silver bullet for retail customer engagement.
Leading through change: How 2degrees delivered one of NZ’s largest digital integrations
November 18, 2025
Author: Mark Callander, 2degrees Chief Executive Officer– Completion of 2degrees three-year integration project Mark Callander, Chief Executive Officer at 2degrees, gives insight into the major three-year integration project following the
Leadership in action: Suntory Oceania’s supply chain revolution
November 12, 2025
Suntory Oceania’s journey to supply chain excellence is deeply rooted in its New Zealand heritage. What started as a local juice company, evolved into a trans-Tasman beverage leader, eventually becoming
Lifting productivity could boost economy by $60 billion each year by 2050
October 31, 2025
New Zealand could unlock an extra $60 billion in incomes each year by 2050 if bold action is taken to address the country’s lagging productivity, according to the latest report
Beyond the discount: Building sustainable growth through data-driven loyalty
October 28, 2025
In today’s hyper-competitive retail landscape, the path to sustainable growth hinges on a critical question: How do you keep customers coming back? While discounting remains the go-to acquisition tool, the
From compliance to connection: How leadership training is evolving
October 22, 2025
Leadership training is no longer just about compliance, it’s about connection. It’s about helping people lead with confidence, empathy, and adaptability. And it starts with recognising that learning isn’t a
AI is surging, but are ethics keeping up?
October 22, 2025
Increased productivity, better decision-making, and reduced costs are just some of the positive benefits New Zealand organisations are experiencing as AI becomes part of business as usual. Yet adoption is
How large companies can balance AI risk
October 17, 2025
Beneath the excitement about AI, there are realities about risk, capability, and culture that businesses cannot ignore, writes Natassja Savidge, noting that if businesses treat AI as a replacement for
New tool to track national wellbeing in real time
September 22, 2025
A first-of-its-kind prosperity tracker that provides an up-to-date snapshot of national wellbeing and business health daily, called New Zealand Prosperity Live, has been launched by Professor Christoph Schumacher from Te
The loyalty goldmine
August 26, 2025
How smart ad and marketing agencies can create sophisticated loyalty programmes to add substantial value to their client businesses. New Zealand’s marketing industry faces unprecedented challenges. Client budgets are shrinking
Five red flags you are fuelling entitlement at work
August 20, 2025
Ask any employer about their current workforce tribulations and unabashedly, ‘entitlement’ raises its hand as probable cause, writes Roxanne Calder. If your mind has gone straight to Gen Z and
Tuning into the brand: How Radio BurgerFuel amplifies a strong identity
August 18, 2025
BurgerFuel has carved out a distinctive place in Aotearoa’s hospitality landscape by building a brand that’s as bold and flavourful as its burgers. Since opening its first store in Ponsonby,
Aspiration…and even inspiration: The value of leadership shadowing
August 15, 2025
You applied for the leadership role, sailed through the vetting process, aced the interview, and accepted the job. Congratulations! The trouble is, now it’s the end of week one and
Moving beyond chatbots: The future of AI in payroll
August 6, 2025
Used in the right way, AI augments payroll professionals, freeing them up to focus on talent and development instead of data drudgery. By Shannon Karaka, Country Lead for Deel in
New rules announced for biometrics
August 6, 2025
The Privacy Commissioner has issued a Biometric Processing Privacy Code that will create specific privacy rules for businesses and organisations using biometrics and give New Zealanders confidence about the use
The unspoken truth about health and safety
July 30, 2025
Here are six uncomfortable watch-outs for leaders when it comes to health and safety. By Neil McGregor.
Safety Always
July 30, 2025
Don’t aim for “safety first.” Lead for safety always, writes Carina Hull. I was in the middle of a workday when the phone rang. My mum’s voice was shaky. My
Privacy: Start small
July 23, 2025
Even the most sophisticated privacy system won’t work well unless some key basics are in place first, writes Privacy Commissioner, Michael Webster. When developing effective privacy practices many agencies focus
NASA didn’t need perfect people. Neither do you
July 22, 2025
‘In association with PCM Oceania’ By Andrea Naef, CEO PCM Oceania The hardest part of spaceflight was never the rocket. It was the crew. NASA knew that even the most
Is your business ready to talk about pay?
July 10, 2025
Compensation is integral to every employee’s relationship with their employer. The ability to clearly explain how your organisation determines pay is essential for employee engagement, retention, and trust.
Unravelling the complexities of payroll
June 27, 2025
‘Making a difference in people’s lives’ is not just a mantra at Datacom but sits at the core of New Zealand’s fourth largest technology company as it proudly celebrates 60
Directors’ Fees Survey: Private sector shows gender pay reversal
June 25, 2025
Strategic Pay says its latest Directors’ Fees Survey has uncovered an unexpected trend in New Zealand’s private sector boardrooms: Women are earning more than their male counterparts, despite being significantly under-represented.
Food and agri sector’s looming $150 billion intergenerational wealth transfer
June 25, 2025
Within the next 10-years, New Zealand agriculture will need to manage its largest-ever intergenerational transfer of wealth, according to a new white paper by agribusiness banking specialist Rabobank. The new
Payroll move brings data and automation benefits
May 26, 2025
After outgrowing its previous payroll system, logistics company Cardinal made the move to Datapay – a decision that has paid off with access to real-time data, better reporting and faster
Quantum computing: The looming business risk leaders can’t ignore
May 16, 2025
Quantum computing promises to revolutionise industries by dramatically accelerating data analysis and solving problems that are currently beyond the reach of even the most powerful supercomputers. But, as with any
Employees say hybrid work is best to be productive
May 8, 2025
Employees believe a hybrid work arrangement has the most positive impact on enhancing their productivity, according to research by recruiter Robert Half. The firm says that when asked to outline
Become more resilient – look to the ‘The Big 5’ focus areas
April 30, 2025
Neil McGregor lays out how even tiny changes in your daily strategy can lead to quick wins whether it be in your way of thinking, your goals and plans, your
The hidden layers of resilience – what you may not know
April 30, 2025
Carina Hull explains how resilience is ultimately an inside job, shaped by our mindset, thoughts, and behaviours. Building resilience is a multifaceted process that goes beyond simply ‘bouncing back’ from
The cost of showing up sick: Presenteeism in New Zealand workplaces
April 16, 2025
New Zealand businesses are losing billions of dollars a year due to unwell workers pushing through instead of taking time to recover, says a recent report. In the latest Umbrella
Improved productivity is key to NZ’s success
April 9, 2025
Deloitte and 2degrees study: By Andrew Fairgray, Chief Business Officer, 2degrees. A new report commissioned by 2degrees and prepared by Deloitte Access Economics finds New Zealand’s productivity is lagging and suggests the
Managed vs. in-house payroll: Are you making the right choice?
April 7, 2025
Discover which payroll solution aligns best with your business needs and strategic goals, Download the Datapay Infographic.
Leading on empty: How stress, isolation, and lack of support are draining leaders and hurting businesses
February 21, 2025
A new report paints a very clear picture: Leadership isolation is real and it isn’t just a personal issue, it’s an organisational risk. By Darren Levy. Ever feel like leadership
Employers turn to skills-based hiring
February 19, 2025
Ongoing skills shortages in Australia and New Zealand are negatively impacting organisational performance, the economy and global competitiveness. In response, 86% of hiring managers are shifting towards skills-based hiring, says
Insights into growing through successful mergers
February 4, 2025
Mergers and acquisitions are risky business. 2degrees chief executive Mark Callander gives insight on how to stay on track when bringing disparate teams together.
What would Scooby do?
January 16, 2025
If you want to learn how to be a great manager, get a DOG (Doctorate in Organisational Greatness), writes Steve Scott, as he points to eight lessons every leader can
Privacy Commissioner announces intent to issue Biometrics Code
December 20, 2024
The Privacy Commissioner has announced his intention to issue a Biometrics Code, has released the Biometric Processing Privacy Code for consultation and is calling for submissions on the draft code
So, you want to be a CEO: How to shift your mindset from victim to leader
December 18, 2024
It’s a natural human reaction to feel like a victim when change is thrust upon us. A test of character is how quickly you move through the victim stage to
Cash and privacy seen as crucial – record Digital Cash consultation response
December 11, 2024
New Zealanders say cash is crucial and current payment options are not delivering what customers want, according to the Reserve Bank’s Digital Cash consultation. The Reserve Bank of New Zealand
Study explores boosting industry employment of disabled Kiwis
November 12, 2024
New research is seen as the tip of the iceberg in exploring how the employment of disabled people could be improved, particularly within the construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, engineering and logistics
The changing face of business: How to make the most of increasingly diverse teams
October 23, 2024
There are four simple things that make a real difference to how people from all backgrounds perform as a team – feeling welcomed, feeling valued, feeling included and feeling connected,
More than one role at a time
October 16, 2024
If you are new to the world of double hatting (doing two full time roles at the same time) Kate Kearins offers tips she hopes might help you and your
Why leaders need empathy during difficult times
October 2, 2024
In the current economic climate many employees are worried about their income and job security which can fuel workplace anxiety that leads to wellbeing and productivity issues. Sarah Bills writes that
Practical ways to help employees with invisible disabilities
September 23, 2024
There’s still a long way to go in changing the way that workplaces respond, recognise, and adapt to the needs of the disabled workforce and one of the most important
How to approach the SUV market as a first-time buyer
August 20, 2024
The rising popularity of SUVs in New Zealand reflects a shift in what Kiwi drivers want in a vehicle.
So, you want to be a CEO: Backing yourself is not ego
August 8, 2024
Leadership is about learning, a relentless drive to improve and a sense of purpose, according to Murray Fulton, who adds that backing yourself is not ego, it is awareness and
10 emerging technologies to address global challenges
June 26, 2024
AI-powered scientific discovery, carbon-capturing microbes and elastocalorics are among the top 10 emerging technologies to address global challenges.
So, you want to be a CEO? Here’s what not to do
May 31, 2024
If you’re aiming to take the number one leadership role in your organisation, new data around what makes a ‘bad boss’, should inform you of exactly what not to do
So, you want to be a CEO? #2
May 2, 2024
For young (and perhaps not so young) leaders wanting to move into a top job, it appears that it’s your ability to deliver that is pivotal for any CEO role.
Consultation opens on a digital currency for New Zealand
April 17, 2024
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua is continuing its exploration of a central bank digital currency and is now consulting on the proposed design features. Director
How to promote good organisational privacy practices
April 11, 2024
Most leaders understand the importance of privacy and the need to protect and respect sensitive information, but perhaps there is less awareness about the benefits that good privacy practices can
AI: How to embrace change and overcome the hurdles
April 3, 2024
Embracing AI in management is not for the faint of heart. It requires a willingness to embrace change, a commitment to ethical principles, and a readiness to tackle the challenges
So, you want to be a CEO?
March 20, 2024
If you have aspirations of becoming a CEO or senior leader, one of the most important things, according to a former US President, is just to learn how to get
Privacy and the use of overseas service providers
March 6, 2024
When using offshore providers New Zealand businesses need to ensure that personal information being sent out of the country will be subject to privacy safeguards that are comparable to ours.
Salary expectations at odds with reality
February 29, 2024
Projected salary increases are looking a lot lower than they have been in the last 18-24 months, writes Cathy Hendry. The trading conditions for most organisations in 2023 were tough.
More interest in equity and flexibility than climbing the workplace ladder
February 15, 2024
Workers are prioritising equity and flexibility, as career progression takes a back seat, according to a new global report. Randstad’s latest Workmonitor report, which surveyed 27,000 workers in 34 markets
Privacy practices that just make good business sense
February 7, 2024
Making privacy a business priority includes talking about privacy at the governance level, or ‘breaking the mahogany ceiling’ explains Privacy Commissioner, Michael Webster. Your business depends on privacy for trust
Three sectors can transform Auckland into a global tech hub – report
January 25, 2024
A renewed focus on growing three technology sectors – Creativetech, Fintech and Healthtech – could transform Auckland into a world-class tech hub over five years, according to a new report.
Professional services firm trials nine-day fortnight
January 17, 2024
Advisory firm, Grant Thornton is trialling a nine-day fortnight in what it believes to be a first for the professional services industry in New Zealand. A statement from the company
Why neurodivergent people can find the recruitment process harrowing
December 20, 2023
For many neurodivergent people, the recruitment process is so unaligned with the individual’s skill set (and those required for the job), that they cannot even get their foot in the
Lack of capability training a barrier for sustainability professionals
June 29, 2023
New research into New Zealand’s sustainability profession has found most sustainability professionals are reasonably confident in their current ability to do their role. However, only half of them believe their
Greedflation report: Prices rising with costs
June 14, 2023
New research by Sense Partners into increasing costs shows that while the price of goods and services have increased across the board, inflated profits are not the driving force in
Have confidence in the people leading your diversity, equity and inclusion journey
May 15, 2023
A new framework for the professional accreditation of people tasked with transforming workplaces into places of belonging will give organisations confidence in the way diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) strategies
The role of AI in cybersecurity
April 16, 2023
AI solutions for enhancing an organisation’s cybersecurity are there, and they’re getting better all the time. Chris Fisher says it’s just understanding what they are and how they can be
How to manage upwards
February 13, 2023
Managing up is not about blindsiding, ignoring or sidestepping your manager to seek higher Counsel. Nor is it about sucking up, demanding attention, or doing the work of a poorly
How can we fix the KiwiSaver pay gap?
January 23, 2023
Recent research has concluded that men on average have 16-20% more money invested in their KiwiSaver schemes compared to women.
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