*hyperLINK***hyperLINK***hyperLINK***hyperLINK***hyperLINK* Here is this week's hyperLINK, your window on the local, national and international IT sector, brought to you by Canterbury Software Inc and editor Carol Webb. It includes news on the next CSI Tech BBQ and other CSI events, as part of promoting success through connections for IT products, services and people.
See the full version at http://canterburysoftware.org.nz/current.htm Sign-up options at http://canterburysoftware.org.nz/news.htm + Please forward this newsletter. You can freely re-use the feature stories, provided you acknowledge the credited feature story writer and hyperLINK as source. ############### FRIDAY TECH BBQ JULY 11: Hosted by Tech BBQ stalwart Kevin Scally at CANTERBURYfare� Gallery, 24 New Regent street. Email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Kevin will provide some exquisite nibbles and you can buy local beers, wines, and other beverages. Check out the new upstairs art space while you're there. JULY 18: To be advised For further information (and to see who got snapped by the CSI paparazzi at recent events) go to the Tech BBQ page at http://canterburysoftware.org.nz/bbq.htm + Canterbury Software Inc is keen to promote the Friday Tech BBQ as a meeting point for the Christchurch tech community. If it's been a while since you last checked out the BBQ scene, now could be the time. If you know of anyone who might be interested in coming along, especially those new to the sector or new to Christchurch, forward this to them. The BBQ is an informal social and networking event that takes place every Friday, 5.30pm to around 7.30pm. It gives members of the tech community a chance to meet other similar people in a relaxed environment, talk shop, network and get to know each other better. ############### hyperLINK contents: Issue 10, July 10 2003 + Smart switch bringing big bucks for Allied Telesyn + Getting the right search capability on your website + Tech Newsbytes from all around + Incredibly useful website of the week + Online with CSI + Hot topics at the forum + Contact us, subscribe/unsubscribe etc NEXT WEEK IN HYPERLINK: Workflow self-help opens sales door ############### *FEATURE* SMART SWITCH BRINGS BIG BUCKS FOR ALLIED TELESYN Just six months from its launch date, Allied Telesyn Research's innovative core switching technology is on target for a massive US$20m revenue boost for 2003. [more here http://canterburysoftware.org.nz/current.htm#feature1 ] ------------------------------ *FEATURE* GETTING THE RIGHT SEARCH CAPABILITY ON YOUR WEBSITE SLI Systems are Christchurch search specialists whose GlobalBrain technology has been widely accepted as a leading-edge solution to site searching by some major US corporates. In this article for hyperLINK, SLI distills the key issues facing website developers and owners considering installing effective search methods on their sites. [ http://www.sli-systems.com/tips/search_tips.php ] ------------------------------ *NEWSBYTES* FUNDING INSIGHTS: There are many schemes providing financial support to help small businesses grow, some of which can provide major funds to develop a business. On July 9, Canterbury Software Inc will run a not-to-be-missed a workshop that will outline the major schemes available, the organisations which administer funding applications, and the pitfalls of submitting an application. The aim is to inform attendees of what funding schemes are out there, the types of rules under which such schemes operate, and where to get help. Inquiries to [EMAIL PROTECTED],, further details at http://canterburysoftware.org.nz/fundingsupportwksp.htm NZTE DEBUT: It's official, the merger of Trade New Zealand and Industry New Zealand went ahead last week under new chief executive Tim Gibson, former Kapiti Cheeses managing director. You'll find NZTE's new portal at http://www.nzte.govt.nz. SOUTHLAND SCORES: Southland expects to reap economic benefits of $409 million a year within 10 years of rolling out a high-speed Internet network, according to Venture Southland's just-completed business case. Within five years of full network deployment, due before the end of next year, the region could be enjoying 490 new jobs and extra economic growth of $190 million a year. The part-government funded Southland broadband project, using wireless technology on top of a fibre optic network core, is already being credited with winning Southland a place in the global Unwin Atmospheric Research Project, which is highly dependent on broadband access. - Stuff http://www.stuff.co.nz/stuff/0,2106,2560786a28,00.html.nz CONNEXIONZ EYES MOVE: Christchurch electronics company Connexionz may leave New Zealand shores, with a hunt for capital stymied by a lack of large local customers. Connexionz, which employs 16 staff, develops real-time vehicle tracking systems for buses. Managing director Robert Burke says Connexionz is close to securing a deal with North Hampton in Britain. If it wins, it may move its main office to Cambridge within five years, though it will maintain a presence in Christchurch. - Stuff http://www.stuff.co.nz/stuff/0,2106,2560781a1896,00.html TRANSFORMER DEAL: Meridian Energy and the University of Canterbury �s commercial arm, Canterprise, are to become joint shareholders in a company to develop a novel superconducting transformer for the power industry. The technology was originally developed by Dr Pat Bodger and his students at the university. The transformer is based on partial core liquid nitrogen cooled temperature superconducting technology and benefits over traditional transformers include substantially improved efficiency because of lower electrical losses and reduced environmental hazard because insulating oil is not required. - UC Newsroom http://www.newsroom.canterbury.ac.nz BANK HOAX: A Website passing off as the ANZ bank�s official Australian site was closed down by Australian and US police at the weekend following an email scam asking ANZ customers to reactivate their online accounts. The same scam has also targeted Westpac customers, with emails similar to those purporting to be from ANZ, leading Westpac customers to a hoax Westpac site - PC World Australia WIT LAUNCH: The national Women in Technology network is launching a Christchurch chapter with a lunch at the Convention Centre next Wednesay. Guest speaker will be Vodafone NZ technology director Jeni Mundy. To be added to the WIT email list or to register interest for the event, send contact details to [EMAIL PROTECTED] WIT is seeking women for its Mentor Programme. To be a mentor or be mentored, email contact details, experience and expected outcomes to [EMAIL PROTECTED] APEC OPPORTUNITY: Two women have an opportunity to represent New Zealand at an APEC IT conference Korea on August 25-September 5. The IT training programme includes lectures, group discussion and website design practice. Main themes of the conference are IT education, practical IT application, cultural experience and women's management skill buildup. Candidates should be working as as IT policy makers or IT trainers and preferably have at least three years experience in the relevant sector. Application forms and requests for funding assistance from peter.fa [EMAIL PROTECTED] TUANZ TREASURE: The Telecommunications Users Association of NZ has published Survival of the Fastest, a book written by NZ technology journalists summarising brainwaves for broadband to come out of the TUANZ National Broadband Applications Project. The project brought together nearly 300 experts and enthusiasts to come up with innovative and inspirational ways to turn high-speed Internet to the country's economical and social advantage. Copies are $10 plus GST each and can be ordered at http://www.tuanz.org.nz KIWIS FLY: NZers Liz Longworth, ICT mover and shaker with Industry NZ, and Alick Wilson, an IT consultant and company director, have been named to key global positions. Wilson will join ICANN�s generic names supporting organisation for a two-year term. Industry NZ's Liz Longworth is to join UNESCO in Paris where she will have global responsibilities as Director, Information Society in the Communications and Information Sector. ------------------------------ *EXPORT FOCUS* SELECTING AN EMARKET Once you have completed the Using eMarkets checklist (featured in last week�s hyperLINK), you should now be ready to compare the features of individual eMarkets and choose the one that will best suit your business. Issues you should consider include longevity, liquidity, cost, trading tools and data ethics. http://www.marketnewzealand.com/common/files/evaluate_emarket.pdf >From a series of checklists prepared by Trade NZ to help companies work through the export planning process. NEXT WEEK: SWOT analysis. ------------------------------ *WEBSITE OF THE WEEK* ENTERPRISE ARCHITECT FTPOnline's new site is designed for enterprise architects with content including tips on best practices, insights on integration, security strategieS and interviews with chief architects. Registration is required but it's promised to be �fast and free�. http://www.ftponline.com/ea + Tell the editor ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) about any sites you'd like to share with hyperLINK's readers ------------------------------ *CSI WEBSITE HAPPENINGS* MENTORING: It is easy to come up with a good idea and if you are a programmer, to develop that idea into an application. You are then faced with the issues of what you need to sell it, a cunning plan to make people aware that they can buy it, a price, a way to ensure no one steals it, and many other things. That�s where the help and advice of a mentor can make all the difference. Check out the criteria for getting mentoring help, or inquire about how you can use your IT skills and experience to help put a Christchurch company on the path to success. http://www.canterburysoftware.org.nz/mentors.htm ------------------------------ *MEANWHILE, AT THE FORUM* The Forum is your online community, where you can: + air your problems and concerns about marketing your software internationally + get rapid and effective suggestions from others like you,who've already done it + raise and discuss subjects of general concern to members Go to http://canterburysoftware.org.nz/forum.htm ------------------------------ CONTACT US ... 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