Entries by Craig Young

Building Aotearoa’s digital workforce critical to unlocking AI-led growth.

The Tech Users Associate of New Zealand (TUANZ) is calling for urgent, coordinated investment in home-grown digital capability to ensure Aotearoa can capture the significant economic opportunity presented by artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.  New Zealand’s technology sector is already the country’s second-largest export earner, generating more than $17 billion annually. TUANZ says sustaining and […]

TUANZ launches 2026 Digital Priorities Report, warning of growing innovation gap for New Zealand

The Technology Users Association of New Zealand (TUANZ) today released its 2026 Digital Priorities Report, highlighting that New Zealand is at a pivotal technological crossroads, with strong digital foundations at risk of being undermined by slowing adoption and widening global competition. (You can read the full report here) The sixth annual report, delivered in partnership […]

Securing Aotearoa’s digital lifeblood – our critical infrastructure – from cyber attack.

At TUANZ, we recently submitted our formal response to the government’s 2026 Enhancing the Cyber Security of New Zealand’s Critical Infrastructure System discussion document regarding the enhancement of our critical infrastructure. The Big Picture: Why This Matters Now Digital connectivity is no longer just a convenience; it is the “lifeblood” of our economy and society. […]

The hidden cost of scaling AI

A guest blog post from Shannon Harris, Managing director of HP New Zealand Artificial intelligence is moving rapidly from experimentation into everyday use. What began as pilots and proofs of concept is now embedded in how people write, analyse information, collaborate and make decisions at work. For many organisations, the conversation has shifted from whether […]

TUANZ Member Awards 2025 – Nominations Open

Nominations for the 2025 TUANZ Member Awards are now officially open! We’re proud to once again celebrate the outstanding achievements, leadership and impact of our community. Whether you’ve led a transformative project, made a difference in your community, or know someone whose leadership deserves to be recognised, we want to hear your story! 2025 Award […]