How did this Southland law firm transform their IT? [Case Study]
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A major Southland law firm was facing the reality that much of their internal IT infrastructure was past its used-by date, and they knew replacing it would require extensive resources, but then they explored a cloud solution with Resolve. Resolve’s SmartCloud IT platform for lawyers transformed the firm’s spending model, replaced the resources tied up […]
Developing an IT strategy [Part 2] – getting it started and getting it right
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In Part 1 of Developing an IT strategy we talked about the benefits of having a strategy and why aligning it with your business development plan is an important step. Here we’re talking about how. Getting started Take some cues from your business and marketing plans and layer an IT blanket over each element, including […]
Why am I still getting spam? – An insight into spam filters
So how does a SPAM filter work? Throughout the world, billions of spam emails are sent every day, ranging from cryptocurrency scams and AI-generated phishing attempts to sophisticated deepfake voice messages asking you to update your details. We’re so much more aware of spam now that cybercriminals are using artificial intelligence and machine learning to […]
Industry must work together to slow the tidal wave of SPAM [media release]
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The “hush-hush” attitude of professional services firms and their IT providers when they experience a cybersecurity breach is adding force to the tidal wave of cyber-attacks continuing to devastate New Zealand businesses. Wellington-based IT firm Resolve managing director Simon Falconer said industry groups being hit with sophisticated cyber threats need to work together, alongside their […]
Developing an IT strategy – Part 1
Aligning your IT strategy with your business development plan As organisations across New Zealand plan for the year ahead, partners and senior teams are mapping out development and growth strategies. You may be reviewing your mission statement, setting goals and objectives, finalising budgets and prioritising projects. While aspects of your IT often feature in business […]
Staff wasting time on the net?
Do staff really waste time surfing the net? The answer, unfortunately, is yes. Recent studies reveal that over 70% of employees visit personal websites daily during work hours, with younger staff showing even higher rates of personal internet use. This remains a real and frustrating issue for many organisations, particularly as remote and hybrid work […]
The real cost of IT for a new firm: a comparative analysis
Upfront infrastructure and costs Recently, our team received a call from Matt, an experienced lawyer currently working at one of the major firms. Matt has been developing plans to start his own practice with four associates, and intends to hire a junior lawyer and one support person. He was looking for guidance on the IT […]
Cloud pricing no longer an important factor to new adopters
The Cloud Cost Factor Has Changed Cloud adoption has reached a maturity point where pricing is no longer the primary driver for organisations making the switch. Recent industry analysis shows that functionality, security, and business fit have overtaken cost considerations as the key decision factors for cloud migration. This shift represents a fundamental change in […]
Are you ready for an IT Disaster?
In 2009, a squad of FBI agents burst through the doors of 2323 Bryan Street, Dallas, Texas. Their target? Cabinet number 24.02.900. The Bryan Street building was not the headquarters of a drug empire, a kidnapping ring or a money printing organisation: it was a data centre. And the cabinet the FBI seized contained the […]
The Top 10 Password Dos and Don’ts
Password Security: Essential Protection for Your Business in 2026 With cyber-attacks continuing to target New Zealand businesses at an alarming rate, password security remains your first line of defence against digital threats. Recent data shows that over 70% of cyber incidents now target small to medium enterprises, making robust password practices more critical than ever […]
