From electronic petrol pumps to business software, smart data, robots, and jet packs, New Zealand businesses have been using technology to start up, innovate, and go global for many decades. The forever changing world of the digital economy presents us with many opportunities and challenges. New Zealanders have long been associated with ingenuity and a can-do attitude. But is that enough? How can New Zealand businesses thrive in the digital economy?

As part of Techweek'18 we’ve brought together an engaging panel to share their tips and tricks on business success in the digital economy, including the role that standards have played in their journey. The panel will be made up of six engaging speakers, moderated by PwC Partner Owen Gibson.

Andy Prow – RedShield  

James Ryan – TradeMe

Kevin Ross – Orion Health

Paul Macpherson – Xero

Richard Hudson – Volpara Solutions

Sam Minnee – SilverStripe

Here at Standards New Zealand we’re focused on helping businesses to thrive. As New Zealand's national standards body, we are connected and contributing to international standards and guidelines. From gaining market confidence, keeping people safe, boosting trade opportunities, and supporting quality regulation, successful businesses have found standards support their success.