Latest iStart New Zealand eNewsletter No Images? Click here Dear , Just how dysfunctional can our relationship with Facebook get? This latest scandal, Cambridge Analytica’s seemingly dodgy dealings with vast swathes of user data on behalf of the 2016 Trump campaign – and Facebook’s apparent complicity in that sort of behaviour – may just be the final straw for some. Or will it? Since its inception Facebook has been purposefully finding out just what level of data-hungry intrusion its users will tolerate – and they’re very good at it. Over and over again, Facebook apparently oversteps the line, the public gets outraged, then acclimated, and then that overstep is the new norm, rinse, repeat.. Facebook – and ‘free’ data hungry behemoths like it – are expert at learning just what degree of digital intrusion we are willing to accept. The question is, when will we? In other news:
When a supplier announced it would be ending support of its accounting and business management solution, flooring specialist Synteko didn't get mad, they got busy. The company was no stranger to change, so an ambitious Jiwa ERP solution was laid down. We take a look at how the company is making the most of their investment. Enjoy the read and have a Happy Easter, Jonathan Cotton Facebook and the age of data enlightenmentWith #DeleteFacebook trending, the creepiness of the social giant’s data-enabled reach is beginning to hit home… The 2016 US Presidential election left everybody feeling a little grubby, with the nastiness and puerile nature of modern politics on display like never before. “It’s unlikely that Zuckerberg has much concern for anything other that his company’s liability and bad PR right now.” B2B fintech: The $216 trillion opportunityIn the latest from our ‘whoa-that’s-a-big-number’ dept, Juniper predicts boom times in burgeoning B2B payment industry... Cross-border B2B transactions are on track to exceed a staggering US$218 trillion by 2022. “Issues around transaction speed, cost, complexity and regulation make the industry well overdue for better ways of doing business.” A case in point: The value of back office transformationWhat’s the value in a more efficient, automated back office?... To get a good idea, look at the many firms providing accounting services to New Zealand’s small to medium businesses. “70 percent of accountants would prefer to spend more of their effort on advisory if they had the time.” In the realm of the sensors: Oil and gas industry gears up for transformationData is the new Texas-tea as a conservative industry wakes up to the value of IoT... With environmental issues aplenty, heavy regulation and increasing scarcity, one could almost sympathize with the beleaguered leaders of the billion dollar energy industry. “As sensors and the ability to manage data becomes more mature, energy companies are looking to gain a real advantage.” How do you eat an elephant? One small bite at a time. This encapsulates why an agile, iterative approach to data warehousing substantially improves the opportunity for success. “When exploring, taking steps and making missteps is part of the process.” ‘End of support’ leads to ERP upgrade – and business boostHow a sudden move to Jiwa Financials delivered unexpected benefits for Synteko… For close to 20 years, flooring specialist Synteko relied on a Unix-based accounting and business management solution. “Jiwa has improved our customer service by taking calculated guesswork out of the equation.” This week's sponsor: Upcoming events: > Back office transformation | Apr 30 - May 01 | Auckland iStart is proudly supported by these leading Latest Buyer's Guides ERP Buyer's Guide | CRM Buyer's Guide | HR/HCM Buyer's Guide | BI Buyer's Guide Privacy statement: We have sent this weekly eNewsletter to you at your e-mail address: [email address suppressed]. iStart will never share your e-mail address, but you may from time to time receive other event invitations or partner communications from us. You can opt out of these by managing your subscription preferences, where you can also update your e-mail address and other details. Find out more about iStart | Advertise with iStart | Subscribe
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