NZBusiness August 2009

FEATURES

COVER STORY: CLICK ON THE CLOUD: THE EVOLUTION THAT’S CHANGING IT ATTITUDES

The wrong mindset towards IT investment and new technologies can help businesses lose their competitive edge. This special report examines the impact new technologies can have on productivity, and ultimately the bottom-line. By Glenn Baker.

CHRISTCHURCH BIZZONE BUSINESS EXPO GUIDE

A full preview of the 2009 Bizzone Business Expo, being held at the Christchurch Convention Centre from the 5th to the 7th of August – all you need to know about New Zealand’s largest event for business: the exhibitors, the key attractions, the speakers in the National Bank Seminar Series, and much more.

IMPORT FUNDAMENTALS

Looking to import products into New Zealand for distribution? This beginner’s guide to importing and supply chain management will help ensure you get the essentials right. By Ruth Le Pla.

NEGOTIATING THE RECRUITMENT MINEFIELD

The job market is the toughest it has been for a long time. Patricia Moore consults the experts to pass on some valuable tips for employers who’re currently being swamped by applicants.

KNOW YOUR CUSTOMERS BETTER

Today’s CRM systems help you to better understand your customers as well as nurture and grow your client base. Yvonne Carter has more.

BRIDGING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE

‘Digital paper’ has evolved to become the new document management and storage system, as the possibility of the paperless office returns.