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Course Information: During the webinar we will cover? Why the need for a Digital Transformation – IT Strategy Options of how to create a Digital Transformation – IT Strategy What needs to be covered What doesn’t need to be covered in your IT Strategy How we go about the process The cost and scholarship process Get you started with first step in developing your Digital Transformation – IT Strategy What is not included in the program? Creating a full Digital Transformation – IT Strategy.  You may join our next cohort commencing in Feb 2019 to complete Digital Transformation – IT Strategy. Course Outcomes:

We’re a one-stop Digital Agency Auckland. Marketing Hacks helps you in growing your online business using our Latest, Result Oriented Digital Marketing Strategies.

Transform Conference Silver Sponsors the I.T. Team have a clear vision for this year’s TechSoup Conference, and they’re ready to bring it to life in Auckland this August 15-16. Led by Sue Wilkinson, the I.T. Team were a significant presence at the 2018 TechSoup NZ Conference as delegates - and were so impressed by what they saw that they decided to sponsor Transform 2019.   Based in Christchurch, but with a strong network and engagement across New Zealand, the I.T. Team has a strong reputation for delivering reliable, well managed and cost-effective IT services around the country. They offer a great combination of services and community-centred values that Sue feels will resonate with charities and non-profits, and which makes them an ideal sponsor for Transform 2019.

On August 8, 2019, the San Jose–based company Broadcom announced it would acquire all Symantec enterprise assets. These assets include the following products that have been available through the Symantec Donation Program at TechSoup New Zealand:

Flowmedia.nz is the best digital marketing agency in Auckland, New Zealand. We use unique marketing techniques in creating SEO strategies and also offers a wide range of services, including website design, website health check, paid search management, and link building. For more details, visit our site. FlowMedia Our services:- Digital Marketing Agency New Zealand Online Marketing Auckland Digital Marketing New Zealand

Download Slides   Date: December 8th 2020 Time: 1:00PM - 2:00PM (NZDT) Price: Free Course Outline:   During this session we will cover: Using the narrative lens to storytelling and why it matters How to plan a story worth telling and sharing planning secrets  How conflict and emotional layering make for a compelling read Your copywriting checklist for setting a pace 

Choosing a web designer in Auckland can be a challenging process. To begin with, there are a lot of options available. This is made particularly frustrating as those options vary considerably from individuals who do website design on the side to professional website design and digital marketing companies that are based in Auckland.  From our experience working on web design projects with clients in Auckland and elsewhere in New Zealand, your starting point should be to look at what you want the website to do. This is not in terms of functionality or content (that can come later), but instead the results you want to achieve with the website.

Download Slides Date: 4th February 2021 Time: 1pm - 2:00pm (NZDT) Price: Free Course level: Beginners/Intermediate In this webinar you will learn... How to increase engagement with your volunteers using technology Why this is important  What does good look like? Including examples from across the sector and from Orange Sky via our Co-Founder Nic Marchesi 

The NineHertz is the best mobile app development company in auckland for your holistic business growth. Hire on-demand app developers from our esteemed organization to build an easy-to-access and customizable app. We have experienced professional IT developers in our team. They are experts in building an on-demand user-friendly application with 100% data security. The NineHertz has a strong presence in the USA, UK, Australia, Dubai, and India also. With its dedicated and technology-driven team of app developers and project managers, the company has successfully developed 500+ world-class mobile projects for clients from all over the world.

Boost service capacity with Voice AI assistants Expand your frontline team's capacity, improve operational efficiency and free up your customer support agents for higher-value activities.   Why Curious Thing? Empower your support team to deliver consistently great experiences. Team up with voice AI assistants to resolve tier 1 customer enquiries Bring the power of automation to your helpdesk and scale customer support. Field a high volume of incoming calls with your custom voice AI assistant. Troubleshoot and resolve common customer queries and requests and improve your customer experience (CX).

Download Slides Date: 21st September 2021 Time: 11:30AM - 12:15PM (AEST) Price: Free Course level: Beginners/Intermediate Course Outline and Outcomes: Privileged access is the gateway to an organisation’s most valuable assets and is at the core of nearly every major security breach today. The only way to stop the abuse of the privileged access and to combat the evolving cyber-attacks is by adopting a strict access management strategy using a simple solution to :

Picture Perfect Painting is a team of professional residential & Commercial painters Christchurch and Canterbury Region. For interior and exterior painting services, contact us today. Based in Merivale, Christchurch, Picture Perfect Painting & Decorating offer a wide range of professional interior & exterior painting services. We offer these painting & decorating services to both residential and commercial clients across the wider Christchurch city and throughout the Canterbury region. Whether you’re looking to add market value, increase street appeal, maintain and extend the life of your property or re-invent the look and feel with the latest colours – Picture Perfect Painting & Decorating have the team and experience to make it happen. Commercial & Residential Painters in Christchurch and Canterbury

As a not-for-profit, your organisation might not always have the budget for a graphic designer. However, it's surprisingly easy to learn a few basic functions in Adobe Creative Cloud that will allow you to create images like a pro.

Slack for Nonprofits Slack is a channel-based messaging platform. With Slack, people can work together more effectively, connect all their software tools and services, and find the information they need to do their best work — all within a secure, enterprise-grade environment. Nonprofit teams can use Slack to collaborate better by sharing messages, tools, and files in dedicated channels. Channels can be organized by team, project, or whatever else is relevant to your nonprofit. Through Slack for Nonprofits, eligible organizations can apply for free or discounted upgrades for Slack's Pro and Business+ plans.

Date: 3 February 2022 Time: 11:00AM-12:00PM (AEDT) Course level: Beginners - Intermediate  Includes: Interactive discussion – (A podcast format) Your business is only as secure as its weakest link. Increase your security by increasing your organisations’ knowledge of latest cyber threats and crimes. This course is suitable for: Beginners/Intermediate/Advanced (please highlight) Course Outcomes: By the end of this webinar your organisation will have an understanding of the following topics: Latest threats Your guide to remote work and hybrid workforce protection Internet safety How to mitigate personalized threats, malware, ransomware attacks 2FA, Password protection

Creately is a data-powered visual workspace for team collaboration. Think, plan, design, draw, ideate and discuss anything together on this powerful visual platform.

Date: Wednesday 9th February 2022 Time: 1:00PM – 2:00PM NZDT Price: Free Includes: Live access to webinar, participation in live Q&A session, access to post webinar recording and slides as well as any additional templates provided by the speaker Course Information: We will review the capabilities of Xero in regard to both budgeting and reporting. For some organisations this may suit their needs perfectly. But what are the signs that you need to add a more flexible budgeting and reporting system to Xero? Course Outcomes: By the end of this webinar your organisation will have: An understanding of the power and limits of Xero’s reporting and budgeting A checklist to determine when Xero on its own is enough and when you need more

Stephen Mally has project managed dozens of technology projects under the banner of FundraisingForce. During these projects, Stephen has improved on his methodology and learned lessons he wants to pass along to all of us. Stephen has also developed and refined tools to utilise in all future technology implementations. Those who attended Finding the Perfect CRM, Stephen’s last Connecting Up Webinar, know that Stephen will share information everyone can deploy in their next project. Date: Tuesday, 19th April 2022 Time: 13:00pm - 14:00pm (NZST) Price: Free This course is suitable for: Beginners/Intermediate Course Outcomes: By the end of this webinar your organisation will have an understanding of the following topics:

Date: 7th July 2022 Time: 11:00AM-12:00PM (AEST) Price: Free Clicking send on an email is easy, what happens next is complex. In this webinar we’ll be diving into the things you can do to improve overall email deliverability, get more emails opened and more clicks on yout links. Why click rates? The days of measuring email open rates are slowly coming to a close as email service providers make it more difficult to rely on these stats, learn more about what is happening on this space and how you should be measuring the health of your email program. Course Outcomes: By the end of this webinar your organisation will have an understanding of the following topics:

In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, IT leaders are faced with a daunting task of designing and implementing large scale organisational activities that require buy-in and support from key stakeholders. This session aims to provide insights and strategies for IT leaders to effectively influence stakeholders and gain their support in driving successful projects.

Lexmark C930H2MG Magenta High Yield Toner Cartridge is a high-quality toner cartridge designed to offer a low cost per page and a high-quality printer output. It has a page yield of up to 24,000 standard pages and is compatible with C935dn, C935hdn and C935dtn printers.

Refurbished BenQ GL2450 LED Monitor - 24” Full HD - Glossy Black The refurbished BenQ GL2450 LED Monitor exceptional value and performance those looking for budget-friendly yet high-quality display. With a screen size of 24 inches and a Full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, this monitor delivers sharp and vibrant visuals, bringing your content to life. Featuring LED-backlit technology, the BenQ GL2450 provides enhanced brightness and energy efficiency, making it an ideal choice for both work and entertainment purposes. The 5 ms response time ensures smooth and fluid motion, reducing ghosting and blurring during fast-paced action scenes or gaming sessions.

Alloy GS-24TV2 24-Port Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Rackmount Switch – Certified Refurbished The Alloy GS-24TV2 is a certified refurbished unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet switch featuring 24 RJ-45 ports with auto-sensing 10/100/1000 Mbps capability, housed in a robust rackmount chassis designed for seamless installation in standard server racks or network cabinets. This switch operates in plug-and-play mode requiring no configuration, making it an ideal low-cost solution for expanding network capacity with reliable, high-speed Gigabit connectivity.

HP ProBook 450 G4 — Certified Refurbished Business Laptop (250GB SSD) The HP ProBook 450 G4 combines reliable 7th‑generation Intel performance with fast solid‑state storage and business‑grade features. Powered by an Intel Core i5‑7200U (2.5GHz, Turbo up to 3.1GHz), 8GB DDR4 RAM, and a 250GB SSD, this refurbished laptop boots quickly, runs office and productivity apps smoothly, and offers the connectivity professionals need. It ships with Windows 10 Professional and includes an integrated DVD‑RW drive for legacy media. Ideal Use Cases

The Dell™ EqualLogic™ PS4100X storage array provides a balance of cost, performance and capacity for your organization with up to 21.6 TB of SAS storage in a 2U/2.5" drive solution. The EqualLogic PS4100X continues the EqualLogic tradition of performance scaling linearly with capacity.1 With up to 67% IOPS improvements on typical workloads over previous-generation EqualLogic arrays2 , the PS4100 Series is designed to grow with your data demands—all while providing simple management and seamless expansion using innovative Fluid Data™ technology. Dell doesn’t just sell you more storage—Dell delivers comprehensive end-to-end solutions to help you store and manage your data so you can efficiently move the right data to the right place at the right time for the right cost.

Dell Latitude 5310 i5-10310U Motherboard (Part No: 1Y4K1) – Certified Refurbished Upgrade or repair your Dell Latitude 5310 laptop with this genuine, certified refurbished motherboard featuring an integrated Intel Core i5-10310U quad-core processor running from 1.7 GHz up to 4.1 GHz Turbo Boost. Designed specifically for this model, this system board delivers reliable business-grade performance and seamless compatibility.

Dell Latitude 5300 2-in-1 13.3-inch LCD Touch Screen Complete Assembly – Certified Refurbished by Reboot IT with 1 Year Warranty Upgrade your Dell Latitude 5300 2-in-1 with this certified refurbished 13.3-inch TFT LCD touch screen complete assembly, featuring Full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution, LED backlighting, and native touch functionality. This replacement part is designed specifically for Dell Latitude 5300 2-in-1 models (including P96G and P96G001 variants), ensuring a perfect fit and seamless performance.

Dell Latitude 7420 Motherboard with Intel Core i7-1165G7 and 16GB RAM | Warranty Included Upgrade your Dell Latitude 7420 with this genuine certified motherboard featuring an Intel Core i7-1165G7 processor and 16GB onboard RAM designed to enhance your laptop’s performance and reliability. This motherboard is a perfect replacement part engineered specifically for the Latitude 7420, delivering a smooth and responsive computing experience.

Revive Your Dell Latitude 3379 with a Premium Touch Screen Assembly! Is your Dell Latitude 3379 struggling with a cracked or unresponsive screen? Don’t let a damaged display hold you back. Upgrade to our OEM Dell Latitude 3379 Touch Screen Assembly and enjoy vibrant visuals and seamless touch functionality once again! Why Choose a Touch Screen Assembly?Touch screens provide a more intuitive user experience, allowing for faster navigation and interaction. Whether you're working on spreadsheets, browsing the web, or catching up on your favourite shows, having a reliable touch screen enhances productivity and connectivity.

Upgrade Your Computing Experience with the Refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad T470s i7 Motherboard: A Smart, High-Performance Choice Enhance your computing experience with the refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad T470s i7 motherboard, expertly reconditioned to meet and exceed your high expectations. This motherboard is the ideal solution for technology enthusiasts seeking exceptional performance without the hefty price tag. By choosing refurbished, you not only save money but also contribute to a healthier planet by reducing electronic waste and promoting sustainable technology practices. Featuring a powerful Intel i7-7500U processor and integrated graphics, this motherboard ensures smooth and efficient performance for all your computing tasks.

Dell P2314H 23-Inch Certified Refurbished Professional Monitor The Dell P2314H is a 23-inch certified refurbished professional monitor featuring a Full HD 1920x1080 IPS panel, 100% sRGB colour coverage, and multiple connectivity options including HDMI, DisplayPort, and USB 3.0 ports. Designed without a stand/base, it supports full ergonomic adjustability via VESA mount compatibility, making it ideal for custom dual-monitor setups with mounts like the Humanscale M8. This monitor delivers vibrant, accurate visuals and ergonomic comfort tailored for professional and creative environments.

With service-provider-friendly features, the Cisco ME 3400E Series is the second-generation Cisco access switch optimized for Ethernet-to-the-Business (ETTB) VPN services. It provides both high availability and service flexibility for Carrier Ethernet business access deployments. The Cisco ME 3400E Series comes by default with advanced Layer 2 VPN service features and the option to upgrade to Layer 3 VPN services, giving service providers an out-of-the-box business VPN solution that can be scaled to meet future needs. Cisco ME 3400EG-2CS chassis (part number ME-3400EG-2CS-A) with two dual-purpose (10/100/1000 and SFP) ports, two SFP uplinks, and an integrated AC power supply

Microsoft Products Must Be Downloaded Within Five Days After your request for this product is approved and the licenses are made available to you, you will have five days to download the product and license keys. To avoid a delay in access to your products, please follow the instructions we provide to obtain your products from the Microsoft 365 admin center as soon as they are available.   System Center Datacenter is a set of server management licenses (MLs) and software for managing applications and services across physical, virtual, and cloud information technology (IT) infrastructures. The Datacenter edition is designed for managing heavily virtualized System Center environments.

Microsoft Products Must Be Downloaded Within Five Days After your request for this product is approved and the licenses are made available to you, you will have five days to download the product and license keys. To avoid a delay in access to your products, please follow the instructions we provide to obtain your products from the Microsoft 365 admin center as soon as they are available.   System Center Operations Manager monitors the health of IT services across datacenter and cloud infrastructures. This client management license (ML) allows one nonserver device to be managed by System Center Operations Manager. If a device has multiple operating system environments (OSEs), a separate ML is required for each OSE managed by Operations Manager.

The industry-standard Cisco Gigabit Interface Converter (GBIC) is a hot-swappable input/output device that plugs into a Gigabit Ethernet port or slot, linking the port with the network. Cisco GBICs can be interchanged on a wide variety of Cisco products and can be intermixed in combinations of 1000BASE-T, 1000BASE-SX, 1000BASE-LX/LH, 1000BASE-ZX, 1000BASE-CWDM, or 1000BASE-DWDM interfaces on a port-by-port basis.

Dive into the world of high-quality, affordable technology with our refurbished Apple Smart Keyboard for iPad Pro 10.5". Designed to enhance your iPad experience without breaking the bank, this keyboard offers the perfect blend of functionality and cost-effectiveness. Refurbished technology not only extends the life of valuable tech products but also provides you with an opportunity to own premium gadgets at a fraction of the cost. Enjoy seamless typing, unmatched portability, and the reliability of a product that's been meticulously tested and certified to meet the highest standards.

Exceptional Viewing Experience with Our Refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad T14s G2 14" IPS Display Improve your visual journey with the Lenovo ThinkPad T14s G2 14" 1920x1080 IPS Display, a genuine Lenovo part designed to bring your screen back to life. This refurbished display offers not just an economical solution but also an eco-friendly choice, reducing electronic waste and promoting sustainability. With its impressive 300nit brightness and 45% NTSC color gamut, this display ensures vibrant visuals and sharp details for an immersive viewing experience. Whether you're a professional needing accurate color representation or a student who spends hours on research, this display enhances productivity and entertainment without breaking the bank.

Netgear JGS516 ProSafe 16-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch – Certified Refurbished The Netgear JGS516 ProSafe is a certified refurbished, unmanaged 16-port Gigabit Ethernet switch featuring 16 RJ-45 ports supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds, a switching capacity of 48 Gbps, 256 KB RAM buffer, an 8K MAC address table, and jumbo frame support up to 9 KB. With plug-and-play ease, low latency under 15 microseconds, and compliance with IEEE 802.3 standards, it is engineered for small to medium-sized networks requiring reliable, high-speed wired connectivity.

NETGEAR ReadyNAS 2100 – Certified Refurbished Network Attached Storage with 8TB Capacity The NETGEAR ReadyNAS 2100 (model RNRX4000) is a robust 1U rack-mountable NAS device featuring a quad-core setup with four hot-swappable SATA drive bays loaded with 4 x 2TB drives, delivering a total of 8TB storage capacity. Designed for business environments requiring reliable, scalable, and secure data storage, this system supports advanced RAID configurations and offers dual Gigabit Ethernet ports for high-speed network connectivity.

SonicWall NSA 4500 Firewall Network Security Appliance (Model 1RK21-072) - Certified Refurbished, Sold by Reboot IT with 1 Year Warranty The SonicWall NSA 4500 is a certified refurbished, high-performance Unified Threat Management (UTM) firewall designed for large distributed networks and corporate central-site environments. Featuring a powerful CPU and robust architecture, it delivers 2.75 Gbps firewall throughput with 2 GB RAM and expandable memory options, ensuring reliable and scalable network security. Its comprehensive security capabilities include intrusion prevention, anti-virus, application control, and VPN support, all optimised for demanding enterprise use.

Dell Latitude 7320 2-in-1 Motherboard – Certified Refurbished, Compatible with Intel Core i5-11400G7 Processor Experience robust performance and seamless multitasking with the Dell Latitude 7320 2-in-1 motherboard, engineered specifically for the Intel 11th Generation Core i5-11400G7 processor. Featuring 16GB of high-speed LPDDR4x memory soldered on board, integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, and support for PCIe Gen 3 NVMe M.2 SSD storage up to 1TB, this motherboard is a premium component designed for compact, portable business laptops. With the Tiger Lake U PCH chipset delivering enhanced connectivity and data transfer speeds, it’s the perfect foundation for your Latitude 7320 2-in-1 device.

Experience Unmatched Performance with Refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon G5 Motherboard Unlock the full potential of your Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon G5 with this high-quality refurbished motherboard. Designed for budget-conscious tech enthusiasts, this genuine Lenovo part ensures you can enjoy top-tier performance without breaking the bank. Refurbished technology not only provides significant cost savings but also contributes to sustainability by extending the life of electronic devices.

Acer TravelMate X514-51T i7-8565U 1.8GHz Motherboard (NB.VJ811.004) – Certified Refurbished Upgrade your Acer TravelMate X514-51T with this certified refurbished motherboard, featuring support for the Intel Core i7-8565U 1.8GHz processor, DDR4 memory, integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620, and advanced connectivity, all engineered for business-class reliability and seamless compatibility. Reliable Replacement for Business-Class Performance This genuine Acer motherboard (model NB.VJ811.004) is specifically designed for the TravelMate X514-51T, enabling you to restore or upgrade your device with confidence. With support for the 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8565U 1.8GHz CPU, dual DDR4 memory slots, and essential integrated components, this refurbished board is a practical solution for IT repairs, upgrades, or refurbishing projects where performance and dependability matter.

Acer 1920 x 1080 Full HD LED Monitor – Certified Refurbished Certified refurbished Acer B246HL monitor featuring a 21.5-inch LED display with Full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution, white LED backlighting, DVI-D and VGA (D-Sub) connectivity, and Acer ComfyView technology for reduced glare. Sold by Reboot and backed by a 1-year warranty for reliable performance.

Elevate Your Tech Game with the Brand New Zebra Power Supply Unit – Affordable, Reliable, and Eco-Conscious Step into the world of smart, sustainable technology with the Zebra Power Supply Unit L6 AC/DC. This product offers not only an affordable solution to your tech needs but also ensures reliability without compromising on quality. Embrace the eco-conscious choice with a power supply unit that delivers top performance, helping you save money while supporting environmental sustainability.

Unique and sophisticated print with stylish pop colours Hard outer shell and impact-resisting inner core combine for reliable protection The Kate Spade Hardshell Case fuses high fashion with everyday use. With our signature prints and a durable hardshell case and colourful bumper, the Hardshell Case is as chic as it is protective. The case features polycarbonate construction for reliable protection from wear and tear and a rubberised bumper that protects from unexpected drops.

Mobile apps are taking off in a huge way. Every industry is looking to take advantage of the mass adoption of smartphone technology and not-for-profits are looking to do the same. In this presentation you will learn how to effectively plan your needs and deliverables when it comes to developing mobile apps for your organisation. It will provide some insights and thoughts on how successful mobile app developers achieve this.

Big Buddy mentoring is based on the simple philosophy that boys need good male role models in their lives to become good men. Unfortunately, many boys do not have a father or male role model in their lives and while mothers do courageous work in the raising of their boys alone, they cannot model maleness. And above all else, boys learn through modelling. “I think TechSoup is fantastic. We have already received our first order of Microsoft product which is making a big difference to our in-house design work for resources and marketing” Richard Aston Chief Executive Read more...

Working from a learners’ needs-centred approach, English Language Partners NZ (ELP) believes that the ability to communicate confidently and effectively in English is essential for successful settlement in Aotearoa New Zealand. Also, shared learning among people of different cultures benefits our communities by promoting mutual respect and understanding. ELP is New Zealand’s largest not-for-profit organisation working with migrants and refugees from 23 locations around the country. As an organisation they say they have tended to be late ITC adopters. This is for a few reasons; the main one being that with limited funding, resources have to be prioritised.

Windows 7 upgrade products will be available for donation to qualified nonprofits through TechSoup NZ on 22 October – specifically Windows 7 Professional and Enterprise upgrades (32 and 64 bit).

Thanks to our programme partner, Remarkit Solutions based in Wellington, we're now able to offer New Zealand charities the opportunity to purchase excellent refurbished desktop computers for as little as $300 (including GST and delivery). There are two options available the Power Pack, complete with 15’’ flat screen selling for $300 and the Premium Pack with a bit more grunt and a 17” flat screen, selling for $400. To learn more about the TechSoup New Zealand Refurbished Computers Programme Click here...  

As part of the recent updates to the Microsoft Software Donation Program, Microsoft made donations of full versions of its Windows operating systems available through the Microsoft Get Genuine program.

Next month, InternetNZ is convening NetHui 2012, New Zealand's conference about the Internet, which is now in its second year. The theme this year is ‘Shaping our Future Together'.

Everyone is talking about social media. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and FourSquare are just a few of the social platforms out there. How do you know which ones to use and which would be effective for your cause?

Technology plays an increasing role in enabling non-profit organisations to achieve their goals. On 27 November, Connecting Communities will showcase how information and communication technology (ICT) can transform the efficiency and effectiveness of your organisation and help deliver better social outcomes. This FREE event is hosted by Microsoft and supported by TechSoup New Zealand and Infoxchange.  

Early in March, Auckland was host to the second SOCANZ conference, following on from the first held in Wellington in August 2012. The Innovation Auckland conference held from March 25-27 brought together a varied group of key note speakers from social innovation and social entrepreneurship experiences, sharing their knowledge with over 100 people who attended.

Your website is the face of your organisation in the digital world and needs to be easily found by Google and that's where SEO plays a role.

Learn how to engage your supporters by telling the story behind your fundraising campaign with practical tips and advice from StartSomeGood.

This month our events will take you through three tools you can use to tell your organisation’s story, promote your cause and engage your community. From using video, social media to email newsletters, join us for our webinars and learn how to use these tools more effectively.

In mid-2013, Wellington was shaken by two earthquakes within weeks of each other. For many, this meant access and buildings was restricted until they had been approved for re-occupation. Thankfully for Funding Information Service (FIS), their choice to move their operations to Cloud meant they could keep working and stay in contact even when they weren't in the same place.