The Digital Workplace Conference New Zealand (DWCNZ) 2025 in Auckland – 18-19 March – was a resounding success, bringing together professionals from various sectors to explore the latest in digital workplace technologies and strategies. Many thanks from the DW Results Team to all who attended and made this 14th annual event the best yet. Here are some […]
We are excited to welcome international and local speakers to inspire, inform and involve you! Come away invigorated and enthused.
By Sherin Shibu Edited by Melissa Malamut Nov 4, 2024. Hybrid Workers Were Put to the Test Against Fully In-Office Employees — Here’s Who Came Out On Top Productivity barely changed whether employees were in the office or not. However, hybrid workers reported better job satisfaction than in-office workers. Key Takeaways When Amazon CEO Andy Jassy mandated that […]
We welcome both new and past presenters to our DWCNZ 2025 Speakers lineup: international experts, technical superstars and thought leaders who will be sharing a diverse range of content. MEET OUR INSPIRING KEYNOTE SPEAKERS MEET OUR INTERNATIONAL EXPERTS, TECHNICAL SUPERSTARS AND THOUGHT LEADERS
By Steve Knutson. I had a conversation with a client recently about the seeing the world from both sides of the fence. Is was about people who had worked in a consulting role and then moved to an in-house IT role. We talked about the differences in organisation culture, management styles, the people who those […]
By Steve Knutson. Imagine being able to create your very own Copilot using your own content, in just a few mouse clicks? Well that is exactly what Copilot Agents in SharePoint do. The great news is that Microsoft has a pay-as-you-go option, allowing end users without Copilot licensing to access your SharePoint Agent (learn more here) I […]
🏅 HERE ARE OUR WINNERS 🏅 🥳Sarah Law Parliamentary Counsel Office 🥳James Mcleish Moana New Zealand 🥳Aneta Puha Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi 🥳Kirsty Reidie Zespri International 🥳Kim Chapman Fonterra 🥳Kelly Smith Christchurch City Council (We decided giving away 5 tickets was not enough, so decided to give a bonus ticket to Kelly Smith.) Excitement […]
If you’re like us, you love learning new things, meeting new people, and having a good time. And if you’re also like us, you’re passionate about the digital workplace and how it can transform the way we work and collaborate. Here are some reasons why you shouldn’t miss this amazing opportunity to level up your […]
If you are in IT, an IT leader, Manger, Consultant, Vendor or Managed Services Provider, IT role Employer or Employee, this report will be of interest. It is the Annual 2025 IT Industry Outlook, provided by CompTIA. Download the Full report here. DW Results has summarised the key points, we think you need to address when […]
The Future of Work? Imagine a world where your workday is tailored to your needs, where flexibility isn’t just a buzzword but a reality. This is the promise of the blended workforce, a concept that is reshaping how we think about work in the post-pandemic era. It’s a model that combines the best of remote […]
You may have seen this, accepted the “try it” pop up, or have people on your team (yourself included) that are completely confused by this change! The new chat and channels experience in Teams is COMING, or for some of you it is HERE! So a little help from us 😃. Share this with your […]
By Shannon Donovan. Hint: It’s not about the money. Networking is one of those activities that everyone knows is important, but few people enjoy. It can be awkward, time-consuming, and sometimes downright frustrating. But it can also be rewarding, both personally and professionally. So how do you measure the return on investment (ROI) of networking […]
As we wrap up another successful Digital Workplace Conference, held in the vibrant city of Sydney, it’s time to reflect on the key moments that made this event a cornerstone for digital workplace enthusiasts and professionals. Fuelled by some exceptional Sydney fare, Day 1 was launched. Attendees ranged in role from Business Analysts and Managers
This week’s webinar for DWCAU 2024 had a vibrant and informative discussion. Our panel discussed the causes and consequences of low digital literacy, the challenges for improving it, the role of leaders in fostering a culture of learning, the impact of age and diversity on digital skills, and the opportunities and threats of artificial intelligence. […]
By Shannon Donovan Sitting here in an Autumnal breeze, I’m reflecting on how quickly March arrived this year. It’s no surprise, I suppose. The build up to the Digital Workplace Conference is always quite intense – there is a lot of planning and preparing that goes on. But it’s always worth it! This year over […]
We are excited to welcome international and local speakers to inspire, inform and involve you! Come away invigorated and enthused.
The rate of change is mind-boggling. As Kurzweil said, we are going to see 20 thousand years of progress this century, compared to 100 years last century! Technological change is exponential – look at it this way:
By Abby Payuyo. Many organizations are still struggling with the challenges brought on by the shift to a hybrid work model, as the speed of work exceeds our ability to keep up. To manage, businesses are turning to generative AI to optimize their workflows, enhance their collaboration, and deliver better value to their customers. Notably, […]
We were fortunate in the submissions from very high-calibre nominees. This showed both the dedication and passion for innovation and change in the Digital Workplace. The solutions, stories and lessons learnt were impressive, making the judges task a difficult one! We are super excited to reveal the finalists who have significantly impacted the landscape of […]
We are immensely grateful to have such an array of expertise and experience at the Digital Workplace Conference in February 2024. For motivation, research the Speaker Wall profiles and specialist areas. This is your chance to get invigorated from some of the best in the industry. Some of our international guests are also providing a […]
One minute there were presents under the tree, the next minute Christmas is finished and we’re back at work and looking ahead to what’s coming up! There are a few Microsoft Updates that I’m really looking forward to seeing: A couple of other things I think worth taking note of: Lastly, this year brought a […]
The inaugural NZ Digital Workplace Awards are being held to celebrate outstanding achievements by individuals and organisations who over the last 18 months have brought about significant change, innovation, or impact in the digital workplace. We had originally scheduled this event for our 2023 Conference – but it had to be postponed. We did however, […]
Celebrating Excellence in Digital Transformation: Announcing the winners from the 2023 Digital Workplace Awards The inaugural Digital Workplace Award evening event was nothing short of spectacular, honouring exceptional individuals and organisations that have harnessed digital transformation to revolutionise their workplaces. The room buzzed with conversations and anticipation for an evening filled with camaraderie and celebration. […]
What am I up to? While my most favourite things include beautiful views, sunshine, my family, my dog Layla and Pina Coladas, I wanted to share a few of my favourite things in this year’s event. Counting down to the Digital Workplace Conference – we’re counting in hours now! I’m really excited about the sessions […]
By Kayla Haskins. By 2025, Gartner predicts that nearly two-thirds of spending on application software will be directed toward cloud technologies. The advantages are clear: the integrated capabilities and automated work processes of these modern solutions deliver cost savings and drive efficiencies. If your business wants to keep pace, you must adopt these workplace technologies to modernize […]
By Kayla Haskins. A recent Gallup survey found that less than 1/3 of US workers are engaged with their work. This dire situation may be more costly than you think; a Gallup study from this summer estimates disengaged employees are costing the world $7.8 trillion in lost productivity (yes, that’s “trillion” with a “T”). In today’s looming economic turmoil, […]
By Dux Raymond Sy. People managers have big responsibilities: from achieving team performance goals to growing their teammates’ skills. In fact, over two thirds of employees say their manager has an impact on not only their success at their company, but on their overall careers. As we enter 2023 at a time of continued macroeconomic uncertainty, there […]
By Sutter Shumacher Over the summer break, I caught up on newsletters from some thought leaders. A lot of newsletters. Like three years’ worth of newsletters. It was a fascinating time warp. The earliest newsletter in my reading pile was from April 2020 – feels like a lifetime ago! – when we wondered how we’d […]
By Lee Stevens Let’s put the word Digital in there. Then it must be Digital. Surely? Digital is in danger of becoming an arbitrary, meaningless term as it continues to be overused. This week, I read a well crafted press release from a very well known, IT Company here in New Zealand. They had won a deal to ‘Digitally […]
By Esther Daga of Powell Software Ensuring that your employees can adapt to hybrid working can be complicated. The Flex Desk widget from Powell Software makes it easier, allowing employees to hot-desk and book their spaces before coming into the office. Back in March 2020, Powell Software worked hard to support our clients who had to […]