At Digital Workplace Conference New Zealand 2026 at the end of February, a handful of speakers lit up the room with the kind of practical, honest stories people kept talking about long after they’d left.
Ever spent way too long trying to find the right version of your company logo? Or worse—used the wrong one in a client presentation? Microsoft just made that a whole lot easier with a new PowerPoint feature called Organisation Images. But before we get into the feature itself, let’s talk about the foundation that makes […]
By 365 Training Hub. Uncontrolled Teams and SharePoint sprawl are draining IT resources and frustrating users. Learn the 5 common provisioning approaches in Microsoft 365, their pitfalls, and how to cut ticket volume, prevent duplicate workspaces, and standardize governance. The cost of flexibility in Microsoft 365 Microsoft 365 powers collaboration, but its flexibility comes at […]
If you love discovering new ideas, connecting with great people, and having a genuinely inspiring couple of days, this event is for you. The digital workplace continues to evolve rapidly fast – and there’s never been a better time to explore how these tools can make work simpler, smarter, and more human. Here are some […]
By 365 Training Hub. Most people asking their trusty Magic 8 Ball “Is my Microsoft 365 environment ready for a Copilot rollout?” would likely be met with a “Reply hazy, try again” reply. It’s not the most confidence-inducing answer, but it’s easy to see why so many are stuck in a state of ambiguity. With […]
From far and wide, inspiring international speakers are once again making the journey to join us at DWCNZ 2026 – bringing global perspectives that help shape powerful local conversations. This year, we have 12 presenters travelling from USA, Germany, UK, Australia and Canada. It is great to see these stellar presenters alongside our other experts, […]
For the past decade, Ignite has been Microsoft’s big stage for sharing what’s next in productivity. This year? No surprises—it’s all about AI. But not just any AI. We’re moving from AI that helps (think Copilot) to AI that acts. Yep, autonomous agents are coming to the workplace.
by Shannon Donovan.
In October, we hosted a fast-paced, candid webinar that tackled one of the most persistent challenges in Microsoft 365 adoption: “Why aren’t they using it?”. The topic clearly struck a chord – so we’re bringing the conversation to DWCNZ.
by Ben Bell
Even though our focus is typically on the productivity side of our industry, we can’t outrun the obvious truth: humans are still the center of the workplace. Cutting-edge tech might be all the rage, but if your people aren’t using it, it’s not a business tool—it’s just a monthly subscription cost!
By Shannon Donovan.
Let’s be honest — when someone leaves your organisation, their OneDrive often becomes a black hole. Important documents vanish, shared files become inaccessible, and the team is left wondering where that critical spreadsheet went. In fact, I was just discussing this very thing with a not-that-small organisation last week!
By Shannon Donovan. Have you loved being able to Pop Out a Teams chat, Teams calendar, or a specific channel post into its own window? Soon you can open a Teams channel in its own window, too! I use the Teams app a lot – which means I’m moving from one post to another, one […]
By Shannon Donovan. Microsoft has just started rolling out a highly requested Teams update: you can now add apps—including bots, tabs, and message extensions—directly to Shared Channels. This change is designed to make cross-team and cross-organisation collaboration more powerful and flexible (Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 505791, Message Centre ID MC1168294) What’s Changed? Previously, only a […]
Microsoft 365 is getting a fresh new look, with updated logos rolling out across its core apps. Microsoft say that “The core 10 Office apps were last updated in 2018”, it sure feels like it was less than 7 years ago, doesn’t it?! Why is that? The new icons are cute and modern – they’re […]
By Shannon Donovan. If you use Teams to chat or share things with your group, you might notice new tabs popping up in each channel. Here’s what’s going on—and what I think about it. What’s New? First, you can now add something called a “Loop workspace” right into a Teams channel. Think of a workspace […]
You may have seen this, accepted the “try it” pop up, or have people on your team (yourself included) that are completely confused by this change! The new chat and channels experience in Teams is COMING, or for some of you it is HERE! So a little help from us 😃. Share this with your […]
We just wanted to say how much fun we had presenting at this year’s Digital Workplace Conference in Auckland! The audience was super engaged and enthusiastic. The questions and discussions afterward really showed how eager everyone is to keep learning and improving together. Read our Wrap Blog here! Our presentation on The Phantom of the […]
The Digital Workplace Conference New Zealand (DWCNZ) 2025 in Auckland – 18-19 March – was a resounding success, bringing together professionals from various sectors to explore the latest in digital workplace technologies and strategies. Many thanks from the DW Results Team to all who attended and made this 14th annual event the best yet. Here are some […]
We are excited to welcome international and local speakers to inspire, inform and involve you! Come away invigorated and enthused.
By Sherin Shibu Edited by Melissa Malamut Nov 4, 2024. Hybrid Workers Were Put to the Test Against Fully In-Office Employees — Here’s Who Came Out On Top Productivity barely changed whether employees were in the office or not. However, hybrid workers reported better job satisfaction than in-office workers. Key Takeaways When Amazon CEO Andy Jassy mandated that […]
We welcome both new and past presenters to our DWCNZ 2025 Speakers lineup: international experts, technical superstars and thought leaders who will be sharing a diverse range of content. MEET OUR INSPIRING KEYNOTE SPEAKERS MEET OUR INTERNATIONAL EXPERTS, TECHNICAL SUPERSTARS AND THOUGHT LEADERS
By Steve Knutson. I had a conversation with a client recently about the seeing the world from both sides of the fence. Is was about people who had worked in a consulting role and then moved to an in-house IT role. We talked about the differences in organisation culture, management styles, the people who those […]
By Steve Knutson. Imagine being able to create your very own Copilot using your own content, in just a few mouse clicks? Well that is exactly what Copilot Agents in SharePoint do. The great news is that Microsoft has a pay-as-you-go option, allowing end users without Copilot licensing to access your SharePoint Agent (learn more here) I […]
🏅 HERE ARE OUR WINNERS 🏅 🥳Sarah Law Parliamentary Counsel Office 🥳James Mcleish Moana New Zealand 🥳Aneta Puha Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi 🥳Kirsty Reidie Zespri International 🥳Kim Chapman Fonterra 🥳Kelly Smith Christchurch City Council (We decided giving away 5 tickets was not enough, so decided to give a bonus ticket to Kelly Smith.) Excitement […]
If you are in IT, an IT leader, Manger, Consultant, Vendor or Managed Services Provider, IT role Employer or Employee, this report will be of interest. It is the Annual 2025 IT Industry Outlook, provided by CompTIA. Download the Full report here. DW Results has summarised the key points, we think you need to address when […]
The Future of Work? Imagine a world where your workday is tailored to your needs, where flexibility isn’t just a buzzword but a reality. This is the promise of the blended workforce, a concept that is reshaping how we think about work in the post-pandemic era. It’s a model that combines the best of remote […]
By Shannon Donovan. Hint: It’s not about the money. Networking is one of those activities that everyone knows is important, but few people enjoy. It can be awkward, time-consuming, and sometimes downright frustrating. But it can also be rewarding, both personally and professionally. So how do you measure the return on investment (ROI) of networking […]
As we wrap up another successful Digital Workplace Conference, held in the vibrant city of Sydney, it’s time to reflect on the key moments that made this event a cornerstone for digital workplace enthusiasts and professionals. Fuelled by some exceptional Sydney fare, Day 1 was launched. Attendees ranged in role from Business Analysts and Managers
This week’s webinar for DWCAU 2024 had a vibrant and informative discussion. Our panel discussed the causes and consequences of low digital literacy, the challenges for improving it, the role of leaders in fostering a culture of learning, the impact of age and diversity on digital skills, and the opportunities and threats of artificial intelligence. […]
By Shannon Donovan Sitting here in an Autumnal breeze, I’m reflecting on how quickly March arrived this year. It’s no surprise, I suppose. The build up to the Digital Workplace Conference is always quite intense – there is a lot of planning and preparing that goes on. But it’s always worth it! This year over […]
We are excited to welcome international and local speakers to inspire, inform and involve you! Come away invigorated and enthused.
