Showcasing the marvels of modern manufacturing
By Catherine Lye Head of Advanced Manufacturing and Export Communities EMA Manufacturing in New Zealand is full of clever, practical people solving complex, challenging problems with ingenuity and relentless hard work, making something from nothing and then making it better. There is some really smart stuff being made and we […]
Wellington company showing the way for low carbon
The drive for low carbon has rapidly become a focal point for Aotearoa’s construction sector, where the most forward-thinking and innovative operators are partnering with other experts to decarbonise in ways that also deliver biological, ecological, and social co-benefits. One company showing the way is Wellington-based volumetric offsite manufacturing company […]
World class applies to government too!
From August issue NZ Manufacturer -Ian Walsh, Argon & Co Over the last few years, I have written about the need for business, government, and educational institutions to come together to address NZ’s productivity crisis. Recent actions by government show the extent of the work to be done. Funding has […]
Ways to decarbonise heavy industry
Heavy industry in the world’s most advanced economies can become carbon neutral – if governments implement the right policies in the next five years. Chemical,steel, cement and other heavy industries are critical to everyday things we rely on, like vehicles, buildings and surgical supplies, the IEA explains. But producing these […]
Will digital enablement make our company less human?
-Scott Adams, Argon & Co The answer is a clear “no,” quite the opposite, as it will require clever design, selection, implementation, and maintenance. And if you have done it right it will provide you with more time to do human things like strategy, talking with clients and colleagues, and […]
Maori in Engineering podcasts proving popular
Alyce Lysaght, a graduate water engineer at WSP, produces and hosts Maori in Engineering podcasts, that are proving to be very popular. This is an ideal way to influence and reach community and provide a popular picture of the engineering profession through storytelling. The podcasts can all be viewed on […]
Women founders lay down challenge for New Zealand to do business better
2023 women founder conference, Electrify Aotearoa: Auckland, saw the best and brightest women in business lay down the challenge for New Zealand to do better. The best and brightest women in Aotearoa business want improvements to the business sector and they’re not going to wait around for someone to fix […]
Electrical apprentice challenge back for 2023
With the annual challenge to find New Zealand’s best electrical apprentice back for 2023, the winners of the 2022 challenge have some sage advice for those considering entering, and for the employers of the young sparkies about to be put to the test. Exposure to all the varied elements of […]
The surprising ally shining a light on manufacturing and industrial sector
Naked Creative, a surprising boutique marketing agency based in Invercargill, is making significant waves in the New Zealand marketing scene by successfully partnering with heavy industry companies and supporting their growth and international expansion. In a refreshing departure from the norm, Naked Creative has proven that big hitters in the […]
Have you ignited your Power Rangers?
-Insa Errey, Advisor, NZ Manufacturer www.nzmanufacturer.co.nz How the power of staff engagement leads to energy reduction. While technological advancements and infrastructure improvements play a crucial role in decarbonisation, one often overlooked factor is staff engagement. Employees who are actively engaged in energy-saving initiatives can make a significant impact on energy […]
How to select a standout sustainability team
Dr Barbara Nebel, CEO, thinkstep-anz Keen to make progress on your sustainability programme? Enlist the right team! Our clients – large and small – often ask us whom to shoulder-tap when they set up their in-house sustainability team. Our answer sometimes surprises them. Yes, their team members’ skills and networks […]
Mergers: The way to growth?
-Ian Walsh, Partner, Argon & Co With inflation at a high, the cost of capital has now caused the deferral of many projects, or to make the cost of any investment more palatable, the restructuring of them. In addition, many senior leaders, having navigated COVID and the associated supply chain […]
International Women’s Day: Breaking barriers: Paving the way for women in tech
“We’re in 2024 and still talking about women in the workplace. The time is ripe for change. Only then will the tech industry truly be able to excel.’ Isabel Naidoo, Chief People Officer at Wise Despite progress and international efforts in diversity and inclusion, the technology industry remains a male dominated space. We still see imbalances from graduate intakes, through to seasoned executives, and it’s a trend that’s yet to significantly shift. With only 27% of the New Zealand tech industry made up of women, it’s apparent that more needs to be done to attract and retain female talent in the industry. For women who do choose to pursue a career in the tech industry – they may be up against a range of problematic challenges: from pay inequity and a lack of representation, to gender bias and the inevitable act of balancing a career with family. And sadly, for a lot of working women – some of these challenges span far beyond just the tech sector. While some steps toward closing the gap have been made – truly meaningful progress is happening at a glacial pace. According to The World Economic Forum, it will take more than 150 years to close the global economic gender gap. The world is currently losing out on approximately $12 trillion USD of global GDP, and frankly – we cannot afford to wait over a century to close the economic gender gaps while still calling on more women to join the tech-force. It’s crucial the tech industry takes on more responsibility to foster an inclusive culture where women and other underrepresented talent are supported and empowered. Strategies for taking control and driving progress It’s not just enough for women to consider what’s in their best interests, we need to be a part of an […]