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November 23, 2023

Virtual Reality and the next frontier for manufacturing and defence training

Virtual Reality Helmet
February 26, 2024

Spatial Computing: the new frontier

Two brontosauruses walking through a forus. A mountain is in the background and a cliff is to the left. The cliff is rocky on its side but green on the top.
February 16, 2024

Dinosaurs roam again thanks to Company-X

Instinction the game combines combat and exploration with a great narrative, stunning locations, and pristine visual effects.
January 26, 2024

The data lifecycle and the 8 steps to data management

8 steps to navigate the data lifecycle and the importance of cleaning up your data to make informed decisions
O2-Max-3
December 19, 2023

Asthma New Zealand: Young asthma patients can breathe easy through e-learning course

David Hallett and Jeremy Hughes staring off into the distance
November 27, 2023

The Company-X lifers: a team culture of excellence

Honouring long standing Company-X employees and reflecting their journey and path to celebrating 10 years in business.
man in high viz jacket wearing a helmet. Helicopter on a Navy ship in the background
November 13, 2023

Company-X wins contract to build Flight Deck Officer training simulation for Royal New Zealand Navy

Company-X to build VR/AI simulation for NZ Navy, training Flight Deck Officers on safe helicopter landings by mid-2024.
Company-X Celebrates ten years in business with David Hallett, Jeremy Hughes and their partners
February 21, 2023

Company-X celebrates a decade in business

Jeremy Hughes and David Hallett look back at the foundation of their success and at the Company-X philosophies that mattered
September 29, 2022

Company-X enthrals ahead of Tech in the Tron launch

Hamilton City Council partners with Company-X to optimise website UX delivering tailored experiences for varied user personas
Jeremy Hughes receiving the Top Tech Companies 2022 award
June 13, 2022

ExportNZ Top Tech Companies of 2022

Company-X won an ExportNZ Top Tech Companies of 2022 award after being nominated by New Zealand Trade and Enterprise
March 18, 2022

Tech Talk: Myth-busting Agile software development methodologies

Agile involves continuous planning. Sprints start with planning meetings and daily stand-ups adjust tasks as needed.
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March 3, 2022

Hamilton Central Business Association Central Business District Awards 2021

Hamilton Central Business Association named Company-X the winner of the Best Professional Services Innovation Award
January 21, 2022

Tech Talk: Product owners vital for software development partnership

Company-X’s agile process emphasises the Product Owner’s role in guiding development to fit client needs effectively.
November 23, 2021

Gamification

Magnetize’s app revolutionises time tracking with gamification, thanks to insights from Company-X and industry experts.
November 23, 2021

Building Magnetize

Company-X’s Magnetize redesign modernises workflow with a new mobile app, replacing outdated methods for Pro-Drill Engineers.
Pneumonia prototype image
October 20, 2021

Artificial intelligence diagnoses pneumonia, wins international Microsoft MVP award

Jiadong Chen's prototype app using AI to diagnose viral pneumonia using Microsoft Azure AI wins Microsoft MVP Award
Andrew McKillop left with Dawn Inglis
October 4, 2021

Road Efficiency Group and Company-X in running for two innovation awards

Road Efficiency Group (REG) and Company-X is a double finalist in the Reseller News Innovation Awards.
Hot Mustard Mobile App Acquired
August 21, 2021

Hot Mustard’s mobile app development business acquired by Company-X

Andrew McKillop of the Road Efficiency Group
August 5, 2021

Data quality assurance project finalist in 2021 New Zealand Excellence in IT Awards

Reseller News Sara Bahr, Rachel Primrose and Jes Elliott
July 20, 2021

Company-X software developer Sara Bahr is Reseller News Women in ICT Graduate Award finalist

Red Bull Basement Start up Speaker Series
July 20, 2021

Tech Talk: Tips for technology start-ups – learnings from entrepreneurial journeys

David Hallett. joins a Start-up Speaker Series to discuss learnings from life as a venture capitalist and entrepreneur.
Rachel Primrose standing in front of a Company-X banner
July 8, 2021

Rachel Primrose is Reseller News Women in ICT Shining Star Award finalist

Company-X senior software architect Rachel Primrose was Reseller News Women in ICT Shining Star Award finalist.
William Shatner
February 24, 2021

Tech Talk: Humans are “really something” and Mars rover Perserverance proves it

Rocket Lab’s innovation shines with nearly 100 satellite launches. Kiwi ingenuity is breaking barriers in space exploration!
January 19, 2021

Tech Talk: If you thought hiring a professional was expensive, Tech Talk

Company-X values top IT talent with CITPNZ and Microsoft certifications, ensuring excellence in every tech stack.
January 15, 2021

New Zealand transport sector collaboration creates significant savings and efficiency

REG projects optimise road management, saving funds for vital services, and enhancing infrastructure nationwide.
January 15, 2021

New Zealand transport sector innovation leads the world

Company-X creates world-first roading database for New Zealand's ONRC PMRT, standardising road performance nationwide.
January 15, 2021

Data quality project promotes better decisions

Company-X's tool for REG boosts data quality, enabling NZ road authorities to make evidence-based decisions with confidence.
December 10, 2020

Jumpflex grows with Amazon Web Services integration

Jumpflex's CTO praises Company-X for professional integration of web services, saving costs and improving operations.
December 9, 2020

Tech Talk: Venture capitalist sets sights on the mighty Waikato

Rob Vickery of Hillfarrance VC targets Waikato with $40m fund, aiming for 20 investments and backing local talent.
September 28, 2020

Tech Talk: How good is your data quality?

Don't let poor data quality undermine your decisions. Trust Company-X to improve your data and enhance decision-making.
August 31, 2020

How to become more efficient by improving your data quality

Company-X helps clients globally improve data quality and make better decisions through accurate metrics and dashboards.
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August 20, 2020

Text-to-voice Speech Synthesis Markup Language (SSML) editor

DeLaval uses Company-X’s text-to-voice editor, cutting voiceover costs by 90% and speeding up international content delivery.
August 4, 2020

Company-X joins Waikato Regional Skills Leadership Group

David Hallett of Company-X joins Waikato Regional Skills Leadership Group to boost ICT and creative sector opportunities.
August 3, 2020

Company-X is insourcing to Silicon Valley, USA

Company-X was top-rated among teams for a Silicon Valley client, showcasing exceptional skill and attitude.
July 29, 2020

Software specialist Company-X welcomes Agritech Industry Transformation Plan

Company-X backs NZ’s Agritech Industry Transformation Plan, aiming to boost agritech and address ICT skills gaps. #Agritech
July 9, 2020

Tech Talk: RealWear head-mounted tablets from Company-X prove their worth for remote working, remote support and experts on demand

RealWear tablets from Company-X let Kiwi techs guide US installations remotely, cutting costs and overcoming travel barriers.
DATA DRIVEN DECISIONS: A dairy farmer trains on DelPro FarmManager.
March 31, 2020

Global e-learning solution teaches data-driven decision making for DeLaval farmers

DeLaval's e-learning solution to teach dairy farmers and staff around the globe how to begin using robotic milking systems.
Man sitting on top of a mountain in New Zealand with a laptop
March 26, 2020

Why Company-X has always believed in working from home

Company-X has offered remote work flexibility since 2012, attracting top global software specialists to work from anywhere.
Luke McGregor
December 18, 2018

Early feedback in Agile software development project makes for great software

Quick data visualisation and validation for CityEdge Alliance's road construction project through W.E.T.A
Stacey from FleetApp
June 18, 2018

FleetApp tells tradies to take tools

Company-X developed FleetApp, a mobile app for fleet management, enhancing efficiency and safety
Team sitting in a meeting room to develop a piece of software
May 26, 2018

Testing times assures quality for Agile software development projects

Company-X ensures rigorous software testing to identify and fix bugs and improve reliability.
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April 25, 2018

Collaboration with clients at heart of Agile software development projects

Company-X collaborates with clients, ensuring involvement in decisions and progress.
Agile Team
March 12, 2018

Teamwork and intelligence a winning formula for Agile software development projects

Company-X listens to clients' business problems, creating tailored Agile software development teams to design solutions.
David and Jeremy
February 26, 2018

Turn business problems into opportunities with an Agile software development project

Company-X solves business problems with innovative software solutions, providing Agile development expertise
Marcel van de Steeg (left) and Claire Sherrington (right) with Parking Sense's Stacey King, Jake Bezzant
September 13, 2017

Kiwi Innovation Transforms US Parking with Company-X Partnership

Company-X partnered with Parking Sense to deliver innovative parking solutions across the US, enhancing parking guidance
Lance demonstrating Virtuality to a student
February 6, 2016

Company’s drive to build amazing app