Government stories - Page 61

ComCom ranks New Zealand fixed line and mobile services in the bottom three, compared to other OECD countries.

eProcurement, driven by SaaS, levels the playing field, enabling SMEs to compete with larger firms while streamlining processes for buyers and sellers alike.

The Commerce Commission has released a draft on its review into whether Telecom faces competition in the provision of the unbundled bitstream access service.

Enable Networks sees profit growth driven by surging fibre demand and plans to expand ultra-fast broadband coverage to 85% of Christchurch businesses next year.

Brent Alderton to lead Commerce Commission from next year, replacing the long-serving Nicholas Hill, to drive further performance enhancements.

Simms International secures distribution rights for IronKey products in Australia and New Zealand, aiming at corporate and security resellers.

Chief Executive Scott Bartlett sees substantial reduction of broadband and telephone packages following a recent Commerce Commission ruling.

ComCom probes Telecom for alleged unfair practices, probing if Telecom Wholesale favoured its retail arm. Final findings due by March end.

The NZ government outlines new ICT policies aimed at enhancing efficiency and innovation across public sector agencies, gaining strong industry support.

4G mobile phones could interfere with cable TV within six metres of a set top box, according to research by Cable Europe.

Commerce Commission scrutinises Telecom NZ's backhaul services for competition, potentially leading to regulation if found lacking.

Telecom is reviewing the government's document on structural separation, following Comms Minister Steven Joyce's call for industry feedback on potential issues.

The New Zealand government is seeking feedback on the potential implications of Telecom's structural separation.

Telecom evaluates shortlist for Ultra-fast Broadband initiative, remains open to partnership after not being named on list. Shares fall 6%.

New Zealand Venture Investment Fund offers up to USD $50 million to venture capital fund managers for investing in promising Kiwi start-ups.

Federated Farmers criticise the government's rural broadband initiative as lacking ambition, urging for more than just matching current urban speeds.

Government opts for national coverage proposals in upgrading rural telecommunications infrastructure, says Minister for Communications Steven Joyce.

Philippine Veterans Bank has refined its network management, eliminating trial and error, by implementing SolarWinds' Orion Network Performance Monitor.

Sitecore has named Open Text/RedDot Solutions veteran Robert Holliday as Sales Executive for Australia and New Zealand (ANZ).

Xero updates its online system ahead of GST hike to 15% from Oct 1, easing the transition for users with new automated features.