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Collaboration between academia and business has always been critical. And when it comes to emerging technologies like AI it can create transformational opportunities.

The launch of the University of Waikato’s AI Institute brings with it plenty of potential to move AI and machine learning forward for New Zealand businesses and for the country as a whole, with the Institute’s director, Albert Bifet talking a big game on collaboration, commercialisation and education (and by education we mean making AI learning accessible for business leaders, not just academics).

Australia is already investing heavily in AI with the Federal Government announcing A$54 million this week to set up a National AI Centre. Bifet is keen to ensure local businesses aren’t left behind – in today's lead story, he shares the Institute’s plans and how they could help local organisations.

We also talk hyperautomation – and in the case of Accounts Receivable that is exactly where we'll be exploring opportunities in next week's 'Automating Collections' webinar – register now for the live event.

Enjoy the read,

Heather Wright
Editor
editor@istart.co.nz

In this issue

> NZ AI Institute to make AI accessible to all

> The hyperautomation hype

> Entrepreneur – and Netsuite – confidence high

> Switched on CIO: Shayne Hunter triages health IT

> With integration comes power

> Octopus Deploy gets arms around US$172.5m

NZ AI Institute to make AI accessible to all

Partnership and education…

“Our main goal is to have impact.”

The hyperautomation hype

It’s a hot term, but what does hyperautomation mean for business?…

“Organisations are transitioning to a more-connected automation strategy.”

Entrepreneur – and Netsuite – confidence high

A look behind the figures, and at Netsuite’s A/NZ plans…

“There are many, many other niche industries we’re looking to develop exciting applications for.”

Switched on CIO: Shayne Hunter triages health IT

Vaccination IT, iterative development and that health system revamp…

“Innovation is fundamental to transforming the system.”

With integration comes power

But first, how do you get to the ‘on’ switch?…

What’s in the way of making your project a powerhouse for the business?

Octopus Deploy gets arms around US$172.5m

As money continues to flow for A/NZ tech, is this the next unicorn?…

“Enterprises have become our fastest-growing segment.”

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