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For the past two decades, SaaS (Software as a Service) has been the king of business solutions. Offering plug-and-play tools to manage everything from customer relationships to accounting. But 2025 is throwing a curveball: AI is moving beyond being a SaaS feature and becoming a standalone force. We’re now watching a fascinating dynamic unfold where AI and SaaS are starting to compete for mindshare, budget, and operational influence.

In today's technology landscape, merely using AI is no longer enough. Recent research from Atlassian's Teamwork Lab reveals a critical insight: when it comes to maximising the value of AI in the workplace, mindset trumps adoption rates. The difference between organisations seeing moderate benefits and those experiencing transformative results isn't how frequently they use AI—it's how they approach collaboration with it.

With Amazon and Microsoft investing heavily in data centres in New Zealand, the country is on the brink of a digital transformation. This expansion isn’t just about infrastructure; it represents a fundamental shift in how businesses operate and how communities interact with technology. The social and economic dependence on this critical digital infrastructure is projected to fuel industry growth rates of 25% to 45% by 2030. But while the technology surge is exciting, it comes with a significant challenge: a severe shortage of specialised talent.

As we enter 2025, New Zealand stands at the forefront of a technological revolution that promises to reshape the landscape of public services. The recent unveiling of groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI) guidelines for the public sector by Minister Judith Collins KC marks a pivotal moment in the country's journey towards a more efficient, responsive, and citizen-centric government.

As we edge closer towards 2025, a pressing question looms large over New Zealand's burgeoning AI sector: where will all the talent come from? With a noticeable shortage in the market, it's a puzzle that demands immediate attention not just from recruiters and companies, but from educational institutions, policymakers, and the professionals themselves.