December 2025

From the Director’s Desk

Welcome to the December 2025 edition of CODE newsletter.

Why academia-industry relationships are important

Collaboration between academia and industry is a cornerstone of innovation and economic growth. Universities generate knowledge through research, while businesses apply that knowledge to create solutions that impact society. When these two worlds work together, the results can be transformative.

Cybersecurity challenges for SMEs

For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), cybersecurity is no longer a technical afterthought—it is a core business concern. As organizations embrace digital tools, cloud platforms, and remote work, they also expand their exposure to cyber threats

Why happy clients still scan the market for digital platforms

New data from the BCG 2025 study reveal a fascinating paradox in how clients approach digital platform procurement: they are highly satisfied with their current providers yet actively search for alternatives.

Why NZ needs to lead, not follow, when it comes to tech regulation

New Zealand’s recent proposal to ban under-16s from using social media platforms has reignited an important conversation about the role of regulation in an increasingly digital world. While France has already implemented rules requiring parental consent before children can access social media, Australia’s outright ban for under-16s is a significant step up.

Digital inclusion: building a future where no one is left behind

Digital transformation is reshaping economies, societies, and everyday life. Yet as technology advances at an unprecedented pace, we face a critical challenge: ensuring that everyone can participate in and benefit from this transformation.

Research for impact: connecting ideas to real-world change

Research for Impact has become a defining theme in the Information Systems discipline, reflecting the growing expectation that academic work should deliver benefits beyond scholarly circles.

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