The I.T. Team

16/05/2025

Today’s looking a little rosier than usual — it’s Pink Shirt Day 💗

This week, our team has taken time over lunch to talk about kindness, inclusion, and the role we all play in calling out bullying, especially at work.

We originally developed our Workplace Bullying Policy together back in 2018, and it’s been great to revisit it this week with fresh eyes and the same strong values.

17/04/2025

🍫🐰 Happy Easter from The I.T. Team! 🐰🍫

We’ve been getting into the Easter spirit this week with a few sweet treats for the team—including some classic chocolate bunnies as a small thank you for all their hard work!

Wishing you a joyful and relaxing long weekend from all of us at The I.T. Team 🐣🍂

16/04/2025

At The I.T. Team, we go beyond just fixing issues—we prevent them. Our Managed IT Services provide predictable monthly costs and a proactive approach, ensuring your technology works for you, not against you.

Here’s how we support organisations like yours:
✔️ Proactive IT Support
✔️ IT Service Desk
✔️ Security Operations Centre
✔️ User Transition Services
✔️ Network Operations Centre
✔️ IT Procurement

Looking for IT support that aligns with your organisation’s needs? Let’s chat. Get in touch today.

11/04/2025

Meet Nick - Primary Engineer and key player in our Security Operations Centre at The I.T. Team!

From troubleshooting complex IT challenges to strengthening cybersecurity, Nick plays a crucial role in keeping our customers’ systems running smoothly. Having transitioned from the service desk to Systems Engineering, he’s all about proactive problem-solving and ensuring businesses stay secure and future-ready.

Want to know more about Nick’s journey and what a day in his role looks like? Check out his full story here: https://www.theitteam.co.nz/staff/nick

31/03/2025

Reminder! Our Microsoft Loop: One Year On webinar is happening this Wednesday!

Find out what’s changed, what’s new, and how it stacks up against other Microsoft 365 tools.

📅 2 April | ⏰ 1:30–2:15pm
🔗 Register now: c9a5732b-cdc4-4b37-b72e-b8b91b3ae492@59362280-b097-4ab7-964b-d7379bb32e12" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/c9a5732b-cdc4-4b37-b72e-b8b91b3ae492@59362280-b097-4ab7-964b-d7379bb32e12

📌 Missed our March 2024 webinar? No worries—catch up anytime here:
🔗 https://www.theitteam.co.nz/blog-posts/enhancing-collaboration-with-microsoft-loop

But don’t worry if you haven’t seen it yet—this session stands on its own. Whether you’re brand new to Microsoft Loop or just after the latest updates, we’ve got you covered.

27/03/2025

Meet Alex – Our Modern Workplace Engineer!

Alex has been with The I.T. Team since 2014, helping organisations streamline their operations with modern Microsoft technologies. His expertise spans SharePoint, Intune, automation, and security—ensuring clients work smarter, not harder!

What does he love most? Seeing businesses move from outdated systems to efficient, tech-driven workplaces.

📖 Read more about Alex’s role and journey below.

"My role is all about guiding customers through their Modern Workplace journey. I collaborate with a wide range of organisations to understand their needs, design solutions, and implement modern technologies that enhance their daily operations."

25/03/2025

Microsoft Loop Webinar: One Year On – What’s Changed?

Last year, we introduced you to Microsoft Loop—the flexible collaboration tool designed to enhance teamwork across Microsoft 365. One year later, is it living up to the hype?

Join us for a deep dive into Loop’s evolution and explore its latest features. We'll share real-world adoption stories, lessons learned, and best practices to help you get the most out of Microsoft 365.

📆 Date 2 April 2025 | 🕜 Time 1:30pm - 2:15pm

What’s changed in the past year?
New features & AI integrations
How real teams are using Loop today
Lessons from real-world adoption & best practices

📌 Missed our March 2024 webinar? No problem! You don’t need to have seen it to get value from this session. We’ll cover everything you need to know—whether you’re new to Loop or looking for the latest updates.

🔗 Register now: c9a5732b-cdc4-4b37-b72e-b8b91b3ae492@59362280-b097-4ab7-964b-d7379bb32e12" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/c9a5732b-cdc4-4b37-b72e-b8b91b3ae492@59362280-b097-4ab7-964b-d7379bb32e12

23/03/2025

🌟 He Waka Tapu: A Partnership Built on Trust and Innovation 🌟

For over 15 years, The I.T. Team has proudly partnered with He Waka Tapu, a kaupapa Māori mental health and wellbeing organisation, to provide managed IT services, cybersecurity solutions, and support for their rapidly evolving needs.

Gordon Sutherland, IT Project Manager at He Waka Tapu, shares:
“The I.T. Team make He Waka Tapu feel important. They bend over backwards for us, and we see it, feel it and love it.”

Read more here: https://www.theitteam.co.nz/success-story/he-waka-tapu

21/03/2025

🏃‍♂️💙 Running for a Cause! 💙🏃‍♀️

Last weekend, some of our team laced up their running shoes and took on City2Surf, all in support of Home & Family—an organisation doing incredible work in our community.
A huge shoutout to everyone who participated and donated to such a worthy cause!

17/03/2025

🍀💚 Happy St. Patrick’s Day from The I.T. Team! 💚🍀

We’ve been embracing the luck of the Irish with some festive treats and a bit of friendly competition in our St. Patrick’s Day Morning Tea! From creative bakes to plenty of green, our team has had a great time celebrating together.

Wishing you all a fantastic St. Patrick’s Day! ☘️✨

13/03/2025

Say hello to Michelle Pike, the Finance Manager at The I.T. Team! 💼💡

With a background in chartered accounting and tourism finance, Michelle stepped into the world of IT—and hasn’t looked back since! She’s all about strategic planning, problem-solving, and making sure everything adds up (literally).
What does she love most? The people, the camaraderie, and the flexibility that comes with the role. 🙌

Click below to learn more about Michelle’s journey.

"The people I work with are the best part of my job. We work hard, but we also know how to have fun, and there’s a real sense of camaraderie here."

12/03/2025

We Tried ChatGPT Sora, So You Don’t Have To! 🎬

AI-generated video has long felt like something out of a sci-fi movie, but OpenAI’s Sora just made it a reality—or at least, it’s trying to. Naturally, we had to put it to the test.

Curious to see what we found? Check it out here: https://www.theitteam.co.nz/blog-posts/we-tried-chatgpt-sora-so-you-dont-have-to-2

Would you give AI-generated video a go? Let us know! 👇