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Retire to the Staff Club for end-of-conference function and presentation of conference prizes
Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will be provided both days in the C Block foyer.
Drink vouchers and nibbles will be provided at the end-of-conference gathering and prize-giving - in the North Lounge of the Staff Club between 4:30 - 6 p.m. on Friday evening, 1st September .
Prizes will be awarded for the
Historically, Allied Telesis has specialised in providing Ethernet networking and connectivity systems and is the world leading manufacturer of media conversion products. Within recent years, the Company has expanded its range of products, and now offers customers of all sizes the widest range of access, aggregation, backbone and core transport technologies to provide cost-effective Ethernet/IP-based solutions. Connecting users and devices across a range of technologies and markets: Wireless Products, Network Adapters, Media Converters, VoIP Connectors, Broadband Modems and Routers and Residential and Business Gateways.
Connecting workgroups and organisations through a range of high-quality intelligent network devices: Unmanaged/Smart Switches, Layer 2-4 Switches (modular and non-modular), 10/100/1000 Switches (modular and non-modular), 10 Gigabit Ethernet Switches, Head Office Routers and Branch Office Routers.
Connecting companies and communities with platforms that offer reliability and additional user services: DSLAMs
Chassis Switches, Access Device Platforms, Optical Networking and CWDM Platforms.
Allied Telesis’ purpose is to provide high quality end-to-end networking solutions that offer organisations of all sizes a trusted source for all their current and future communication requirements. www.alliedtelesis.co.nz
The Christchurch
City Council is one of the South Island's largest employers - a
progressive local authority, responsible for ensuring the continued
successful growth and development of one of New Zealand's greatest
cities.
More than 2300 staff work for the Council across 60 locations around the city and Banks Peninsula. These include professional and administrative positions in core infrastructure areas such as water, waste, roads and parks; as well as jobs within the Council's broader activities including its library network, art gallery and recreation facilities.
The Christchurch City Council is an organisation committed to achieving sustainable outcomes for the community, environment and people of Christchurch and Banks Peninsula. By working for the Christchurch City Council you will have an opportunity to work on a wide range of projects providing you with opportunities to further develop your breadth of skills whilst contributing toward the development of our beautiful city and surrounding areas.
HP New Zealand is a founding partner in the University of Canterbury's NZ ICT Innovation Institute (NZi3). This partnership will enable University of Canterbury and HP New Zealand to collaborate in development and support NZi3 in the areas of research & development, employment and technology infrastructure and solutions. HP New Zealand is a company that serves everyone from consumers to small and mid-sized businesses to enterprises to public sector customers with an extensive portfolio of market-leading solutions specifically designed to meet the needs of each customer segment. HP Labs provides a central research function for the company which is focused on inventing new technologies to improve our customers' lives, change markets and create business opportunities. HP has a significant presence in all markets we serve: Consumer - leadership in handhelds, notebooks, printers and digital cameras for rewarding experiences. Small and medium business - market-leading products, solutions and services for simplified ownership. Enterprise - a full portfolio of leading products and services for building an Adaptive Enterprise. Public sector, health & education - experience and alliances for lower costs and increased efficiencies. See www.hp.com for more details.
HumanWare designs and manufactures innovative technology for people who are blind, deaf-blind, visually impaired and learning disabled. Formed in 1988, HumanWare exports approximately 98% of its products worldwide to more than 30 countries. Sales offices have been established in the United States , United Kingdom , Canada , Sweden , The Netherlands, Australia and New Zealand and the company supports a strong distribution network throughout North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. www.humanware.com
At IBM, we strive to lead in the invention, development
and manufacture of the industry's most advanced information
technologies, including computer systems, software, storage systems and
microelectronics. We translate these advanced technologies into value
for our customers through our professional solutions, services and
consulting businesses worldwide. Software to connect operating
systems, business processes, and applications seamlessly. Services
for comprehensive IT services integrated with business insight to
reduce costs, improve productivity, and assert competitive advantage. Financing:
A leading provider of financing and asset management services to
companies selling or acquiring IT related products and services. Research
for innovative technologies that produce leading-edge solutions. Technology
to develop, market and deliver leading chip technologies and services. www.ibm.com
Microsoft New Zealand is working with industry, communities, and governments to conduct our business in a way that helps advance social and economic well-being. Our efforts include: Digital Inclusion& Education: Helping people and communities gain access to the tools, skills, and innovations they need to reach their full potential. Economic Opportunity : Partnering with governments, businesses, and communities to help create opportunity and support local economic growth. Internet Safety & Policy Leadership: Partnering with government and industry leaders to address key societal challenges associated with technology and innovation. Responsible Business Practices: Ensuring high standards in our business ethics, and maintaining integrity and transparency in all of our operations. www.microsoft.com
Navman is a leading manufacturer of world-class marine electronics and Global Positioning System (GPS) technology. Established in 1988, the New Zealand based company provides a diverse range of navigation technologies across wide ranging industries and currently employees in the region of 600 staff, 77 being based in its Christchurch Development Centre located in the central city. Navman holds a unique position as an electronics company being involved in the design, development and manufacture of products which include satellite GPS receivers, in car navigation devices, chart plotters, fuel flow measurement devices, boat speed gauges, depth and wind instruments, autopilots and fishfinders. Satellite navigation technology has been a core technology for Navman's products from inception. The company recognises the need for applications in transportation, recreation, survey and personal information. The Navman range offers a complete line of GPS products in cost effective and flexible configurations with applications as diverse as commercial fleet tracking to low cost consumer 'in car' and mobile computing GPS products. www.navman.com
Orion Health, New Zealand 's leading software exporter, develops world-leading healthcare software that improves people's lives. The innovative company delivers an end-to-end information technology (IT) integration platform that brings together clinical content to improve clinician effectiveness and the quality of patient care. Orion Health's solutions have been trusted around the world for twelve years. Led by founder Ian McCrae from its Auckland headquarters, Orion Health has become a global company with a strong New Zealand foundation. With offices in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand, Orion Health's 220 employees supply technology and services to over 1,000 clients worldwide including Johns Hopkins Hospital, New York State Department of Health, Central Washington Hospital, McKesson, NaviMedix, CDC, Abbott Laboratories, New South Wales Health, the New Zealand Ministry of Health and many more. Orion Health partners include health and IT vendors such as Oracle Corporation, Philips Medical Systems, LogicaCMG, GE Healthcare, IBM, McKesson, Hewlett Packard and Sierra Systems. Orion Health's technologies and service wins consistent praise from customers as well as health sector authorities, and continues to receive awards from the international IT community. Further information can be found at www.orionhealth.com
As the world leader in Electrical Distribution and global number 2 in Automation & Control, Schneider Electric develops a full range of products, software, systems and services for four core markets: Energy & Infrastructure, Industry, Buildings, and Residential. Our lineup, comprises global brands (Merlin Gerin, Square D and Telemecanique), market-leading local brands (PDL) Schneider Electric employs 320 people in New Zealand. Schneider Electric is a recognised leader in the two strategically-related core businesses, electrical distribution and industrial control and automation. Electrical distribution: From very high voltage to final low voltage, we design, manufacture and install products and systems that control and protect electrical installations, and ensure reliable supply and the safety of people and equipment. Industrial control and automation: We provide products and services to automate installations safely throughout the industrial and commercial sectors. Our systems offer a quick return on investment and enhance your company's competitiveness. www.schneider-electric.co.nz
Tait Electronics Ltd was formed in 1969 and is a leading provider of radio communications equipment to 160 countries. The company’s global headquarters is in Christchurch, New Zealand , and its research and development operation is one of the largest in its sector in Australasia. Tait employs about 800 people in New Zealand and in its wholly-owned customer service operations in Australia , Singapore , Thailand , China , United Kingdom , France , Germany , Canada and the United States . Tait exports more than 90% of its products, with customers ranging from small private businesses to large multi-national corporations, government agencies, emergency services, network providers and specialist communications agencies.
Tait’s product offering has grown beyond its roots in conventional two-way mobile radio to encompass a wide range of products and services. From portable and mobile radios, through to wide area trunked radio network systems that provide integrated radio and telephone services for both voice and data communications. Tait is a founding partner of the New Zealand ’s national Wireless Research Centre based in Canterbury. www.taitworld.com
Trimble is a leading provider of advanced positioning solutions that maximize productivity and enhance profitability. Though best known for GPS technology, Trimble integrates a wide range of positioning technologies including GPS, laser, optical and inertial technologies with application software, wireless communications, and services to provide complete commercial solutions. Its integrated solutions allow customers to collect, manage and analyse complex information faster and easier, making them more productive, efficient and profitable. Trimble products are used in over 100 countries around the world. More than 2,400 employees in over 18 countries, coupled with a highly capable network of dealers and distribution partners serve and support our customers. For over 25 years, Trimble has created unique positioning products that help customers grow their business. Our portfolio includes over 700 patents and serves as the basis for the broadest positioning offerings in the industry. Trimble augments its organic product development with strategic acquisitions to bring the latest positioning technologies to a wider market. www.trimble.com