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Cloud computing contracts often have poor terms: survey results - May 2011

“What would you think of an accountancy firm that said it would disclose your draft tax return to third parties if it felt that was in its best business interests?” That’s the sort of thing allowed by many cloud computing contracts.
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Mobile termination: wins for corporates - May 2011

The Commerce Commission’s decision to drop mobile termination rates will lead to better deals for corporate and public sector customers. Our column in the May 13 National Business Review hones in on the “must have” features to include in
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Manage to advantage - May 2011

In those frantic days leading up to the execution of a large software implementation deal, there is frequently a trade-off between getting a contract “right” and getting it “done”.
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Telecom vs ComCom '0867' decision a boon to monopolies - September 2010

Following the Supreme Court's Telecom 0867 judgment, monopolies can continue to act aggressively against weaker competitors. Our article for the National Business Review discusses the attempted delineation between ‘good’ competition and &#
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A good start by CFH but more thinking needed - September 2010

Crown Fibre Holdings have taken a firm approach towards the procurement of Ultra Fast Broadband providers. Though their progress has been legitimately criticised, negotiating with three power lines company parties is masterful. Their announcements are enc
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How long before mobile regulation kicks in? - August 2010

ICT Minister Steven Joyce has decided to regulate mobile termination rates, but its enactment could be as much as a year away. We compare the situation with past Standard Terms Determination processes and present a possible timeline for Computerworld maga
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PPPs: One-to-One Discussions with bidders - July 2010

Developing bidders’ PPP proposals in one-on-one discussions with the public sector purchaser is critical to success. How best to manage this interactive engagement given the project and probity challenges?
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Net Neutrality: UK, France and US developments in May/June 2010 - July 2010

In the UK, Ofcom has released a discussion paper on net neutrality which comprehensively overviews the market and regulatory issues. We focus on this discussion paper, as it covers many of the complex issues for Telcos, content providers and ISPs.
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Public Sector, "Buy NZ" and Free Trade Agreements - July 2010

How does a campaign for the public sector to “Buy NZ”, to aid job retention for example, fit with New Zealand’s pro-free trade foreign policy agenda?
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New report on Australian PPPs: lessons for NZ - July 2010

A comprehensive report on some of the issues with Australian PPPs provides valuable insights for New Zealand as it moves down the PPP path.
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PPPs: Handling conflicts of interest - July 2010

Declaring and managing conflicting interests is a significant issue for PPPs. Multiple players are involved, with limited expertise available. Related parties can be part of different consortia.
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Cloud Computing: the reality; government procurement; and regulation/anti-trust: Address at Communicasia Singapore - June 2010

In June 2010 we addressed the Cloud Computing stream at the Communicasia conference, focussing on how real the risks are, issues for government procurement, and the prospect of regulatory action as cloud computing emerges.
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Cloud Computing for Public Sector Lawyers - June 2010

Public sector ICT will be revolutionised by cloud computing. Public Sector lawyers will increasingly be asked to advise on cloud computing raises. This paper provides an overview.
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Cloud Computing: Regulatory/anti-trust risks and solutions - June 2010

We drill into more detail on regulatory and anti-trust issues referring particularly to a speech earlier this month by EU Commissioner Kroes on interoperability.
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Public Sector Procurement and Cloud Computing - June 2010

With their high ICT spend, public sector agencies, including local government, state and local government-owned enterprises, have the ability to influence how cloud computing develops both within agencies and in the wider economy.
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Getting the Deal Through - Telecoms and Media 2010 - June 2010

Getting the Deal Through - Telecoms and Media 2010
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Legislation Reform Facilitates and Coerces Health Sector Changes - June 2010

Legislative amendment is required for the health sector changes to a more regional and national approach – beyond a local focus for DHBs. Here we overview the broader picture.
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Health Procurement: major changes - June 2010

As part of the current changes in the New Zealand health sector, outlined in our article, there are major procurement developments (in particular a more strategic and regional/national focus).
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EC accepts NGA virtual unbundling but requires regulated pricing - June 2010

Yesterday, the European Commission accepted Ofcom’s proposals that BT could virtually unbundle ultrafast broadband. However, it rejected Ofcom’s decision to allow unregulated pricing. This is the first time the EC has considered these issues.
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Crown Fibre could face wrath of jilted bidders - May 2010

A $10 million claim against the Australian government by jilted broadband network bidder Acacia highlights the challenges faced in New Zealand by government and the company it owns, Crown Fibre Holdings.
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Time to take Crown fibre back to the market - May 2010

In this National Business Review article, we look at whether Crown Fibre Holdings may need to go back to the market with the Ultra Fast Broadband request for proposal, whether it needs to consult others, and how it should engage with bidders.
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Australia National Broadband Network: the McKinsey/KPMG report - May 2010

McKinseys and KPMG last week produced an A$20M Implementation report on the National Broadband Network (NBN). This article summarises some key recommendations.
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Less than convenient termination - May 2010

Termination for convenience is a “must have” right for most customers when they enter into substantial supply contracts. However, insisting on this right from the very start of the contract can cause considerable problems for suppliers.
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Outcomes-based contracts: Will suppliers step out of their comfort zones? - May 2010

A report released by Intellect, the trade association for the UK technology industry, shows that some vendors are beginning to move outside their comfort zone and dip their toes into more outcomes-based agreements.
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Can a perpetual licence come to an end? - May 2010

When it comes to mission critical software, business continuity is top of mind. Many customers can’t afford for use of their software to come to a grinding halt, even if a party decides to terminate the agreement.
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PPPs and Fibre Broadband Networks - May 2010

We summarise two models where government is funding national fibre networks in conjunction with the private sector: Singapore and New Zealand. Various countries are advancing such networks.
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Some interesting procurement issues for PPPs and other complex public procurement - the UFB initiative - May 2010

In our article, PPPs and Fibre Broadband Networks, we outlined the Ultra-Fast Broadband initiative (UFB) structure. Going to the market in this way raises some interesting challenges and opportunities from a public procurement perspective.
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Public Procurement: Gagging bidder's litigation and adverse commercial activity - May 2010

One of Government’s largest procurement processes stops suppliers from threatening litigation and from engaging in adverse commercial activity. Is that OK?
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Getting the Deal Through - Public Procurement: An overview of regulation in 46 jurisdictions worldwide - May 2010

In April 2010, the Global Competition Review published Getting the Deal Through - Public Procurement: An overview of regulation in 46 jurisdictions worldwide. We contributed the New Zealand Chapter, available here.
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What's needed for the MED EOI for NZ Rural Broadband Funding? - April 2010

What do providers need to do to deal with MED's 22 April request for Expression of Interest (EOI) in relation to projects utilising the NZ$300M Rural Broadband Initiative?
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Security in the Cloud - March 2010

We outline for CIO magazine some key considerations to take when considering the security risks involved with cloud computing.
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School bus tender: insights for procurement by NZ central/local Government, SOEs, etc - January 2010

The Auditor-General’s recent report on the tender for over 2,000 school bus routes provides valuable insights on handling public procurement by all public sector agencies, including SOEs and Crown entities.
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UK Utility Billing Mess a Salutary Reminder for ICT projects - December 2009

UK gas and electricity supplier, Centrica, alleges that system integrator Accenture breached its contract obligations. The High Court in England raises a number of points that are salutary for ICT suppliers and customers.
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eBay and Skype - International contractual choice of neutral countries for dispute resolution - December 2009

Parties to international contracts often choose third party countries for the law governing their contracts, the venue for hearing disputes, and/or the type of dispute resolution. An example is the 2009 London judgment involving Skype and its co-founders.
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Cloud Computing - Privacy and Security Legal Issues - November 2009

When evaluating cloud computing options, organisations are concerned about security issues, as information is often hosted offshore. In the article that follows we address the legal aspects of security and privacy for cloud computing.
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Functional and Structural Telco Separation: European and Australasian Developments - November 2009

Many regulators are keeping a close eye on separation initiatives internationally. The EU last week introduced new laws. Australia has major developments and New Zealand has two major separation decisions.
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IPTV, Film and Media: a new option for Dispute Resolution - November 2009

The WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Centre provides structures for resolving disputes. From November 2009, the Centre has introduced an expedited and specialised service suitable for the content sector such as film, media, IPTV, etc.
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Le Mans Enters the Racy World of Indemnities - November 2009

A great example of contract indemnities in action is a case involving Le Mans, Ferrari, Lamborghini and Porsche.The facts are a mirror of what happens with other IP indemnities such as for software.
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Public Records Act – What to Put in Contracts with Suppliers to the Public Sector - November 2009

Most New Zealand public sector agencies have PRA obligations in relation to services provided to them by contractors. What do those agencies need to put in contracts with their suppliers? There is no “one size fits all” solution.
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Margin Squeeze and Competition Law - November 2009

Margin (aka price) squeeze, as the basis for anti-trust action, was kicked back by the US Supreme Court earlier this year in linkline. But it’s a well-established principle in the EU.
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Mobile Services and Net Neutrality - October 2009

In this presentation to the ITU World Conference 2009 in Geneva we deal with net neutrality and mobile services. The rhetoric of net neutrality has long focussed on fixed-line internet services.
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Implementing ERP - October 2009

ERP implementations are complex, expensive and prone to failure. ERP solutions play an essential part in many businesses. In this article we consider three often neglected areas to focus on at the beginning that reduce the risk of being caught out.
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Net Neutrality: The Plot Thickens Internationally - October 2009

In this presentation to the ITU World Conference 2009 in Geneva we deal with net neutrality and mobile services. This is a complex area in which the debate can be distorted. The devil is in the detail.
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Competition Law and Telecoms: 2009 Developments in the EU, the US and Australasia - September 2009

Competition law continues to be pushed and pulled as it deals with the challenge of delineating pro- and anti-competitive conduct by dominant firms, with many arguing it is too intrusive.
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Future Proofing IPTV Content Agreements: The Darling Buds of May - September 2009

Rapidly changing technology and commercial drivers make it challenging to agree future-proofed licence terms for online and IPTV content. A case involving The Darling Buds of May illustrates the need to think about future-proofing.
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Net Neutrality and Online Content - September 2009

“Net neutrality” is often bandied about as a catch-all term to capture a range of perceived online problems. It’s important to analyse carefully the underlying granular issues.
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ERP Projects - September 2009

This one pager is a checklist of issues for ERP implementations.
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Supreme Court Guidance on Commerce Commission Information Requests - September 2009

Like many regulators, the New Zealand Commerce Commission can require people and firms to provide information and documents. In September 2009, the highest Court provided guidance on the extent of these powers.
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The Case against Cloud Computing … Revisited - August 2009

We outline for CIO magazine some key legal issues in moving to cloud computing, and highlight the risks and benefits for enterprises.
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No Schedule is an Island - July 2009

We discuss for CIO magazine a recent case that is a timely reminder of the dangers of preparing statements of work and schedules in isolation from the rest of the agreement.
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Getting the Deal Through - Telecoms and Media: An overview of regulation in 52 jurisdictions worldwide (Global Competition Review) - May 2009

In May 2009, the Global Competition Review published Getting the Deal Through - Telecoms and Media: An overview of regulation in 52 jurisdictions worldwide. We contributed the New Zealand Chapter, available here.
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Recovering Losses from Wayward Vendors - April 2009

We highlight for CIO Magazine issues around recovering losses caused by ICT suppliers, and assesses different dispute resolution options.
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New Deals for Tough Times - February 2009

Tough economic timescan see CIOs wishing they weren’t stuck with contracts negotiated with suppliers in better times. Can they do anything about it?
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Service Provider Security - December 2008

We outline for CIO magazine what can be done on the legal front to help protect sensitive data and hinder potential bad press from data breaches stemming from service providers.
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Public Records Act and Electronic Issues - November 2008

This paper was presented at the Public Records Act Masterclass and updates the paper on our website, “Record and Information Management: Legal Issues”, delivered to the Records Management Association of Australasia.
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Critical Need to Protect Software IP - October 2008

We outline for CIO magazine key problems in software IP protection, and assess the effectiveness of proposed changes to the Copyright Act dealing with issues of software IP.
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Panel Contracts’ Benefits for ICT - September 2008

We outline for CIO magazine how panel contracts can be widely used to benefit both ICT vendors and purchasers, in the right situations.
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Panel Contracts - August 2008

In this paper, presented at the LexisNexis Government Contracting and Procurement Conference, Michael Wigley illustrates some key issues in respect of panel contracts. He also brings out some of the wider benefits and challenges.
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ISP copyright law will bite - August 2008

Michael Wigley outlines for CIO recent changes to the Copyright Act, which provides some protection for “ISPs” against claims for breach of copyright. Many companies and public sector entities come within that “ISP” definition, so
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Relationship Enhancing Contracts - July 2008

Getting the relationship outcomes right in ICT service arrangements is critical. But how can the contract and negotiations advance these outcomes? Stuart van Rij highlights for CIO magazine some key areas to focus on.
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0867 Dials-up Competition Law Changes? - May 2008

What is the 0867 litigation all about, and how did Telecom win – under section 36 of the Commerce Act 1986 – in Commerce Commission v Telecom? Michael Wigley explains for NZLawyer.
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8 Years to Judgment is Too Long - May 2008

It’s an understatement to say that eight years from start to finish (longer if there are appeals) for a High Court case is unacceptable. Is enough being done?
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IT Contracts: Telecommunication and Internet Issues - April 2008

This paper, delivered to the LexisNexis IT Contracts Forum in April 2008, focuses on identifying telco and internet issues arising in IT contracts, and assessing and managing the risk associated with these.
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Virtually Exposed - April 2008

We set out for CIO Magazine some key issues to consider when implementing a virtual server environment.
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New IP Guidelines - February 2008

Stuart van Rij overviews for CIO the SSC Guidelines for Treatment of Intellectual Property Rights in ICT Contracts. These provide much needed guidance as to when agencies should seek to own the new IP created under ICT contracts.
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Does the Board Carry the Can for ICT? - February 2008

Michael Wigley outlines for 'The Director' magazine the role that boards must play in managing ICT risk, and explains where legal responsibility for its management lies.
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Sheffield Wednesday Football Club Scores a Website/Blog Defamation Goal - December 2007

Websites and blogs that allow third parties to post content face potential defamation risk. This needs to be managed...
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Ensure Software Ownership and Licence Detail is Agreed in Writing - December 2007

An October 2007 Court decision confirms this. For example, don’t just talk about getting a licence. Deal with the detail and extent of the licence...
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Corporate and Public Sector Governance: Who Carries the Can for ICT, Electronic Information and IP? - November 2007

IT and telecommunications (ICT), ICT security, electronic information and IP are major features of company and public sector affairs and risk. Failure can be catastrophic. Recent developments confirm that legal responsibility goes all the way to the top.
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Record and Information Management - November 2007

Over the years, we have written many papers relevant to information and record management. Here, we bring the position up to date.
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IP Rights Trump Competition Law: TV Transmission Spat Highlights Issues for Businesses - November 2007

Many IP rights are carved out of the competition law regime. However businesses with IP need to protect these rights in this complex area. The tension between IP rights and competition law is illustrated by issues between Pay TV and Free to Air channels.
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School Buses Clarify Public Sector Procurement and Judicial Review - October 2007

A new decision on school bus routes further clarifies when Courts can step in to review public sector procurement. However, court risk is not the only risk in public sector procurement.
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Capping Liability - October 2007

Setting an appropriate cap on liability is a common, and sometimes perplexing, issue to be resolved when negotiating an ICT deal. Stuart van Rij outlines for CIO magazine an Australian approach to capping liability for medium or high-risk ICT projects.
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Public Sector Panel Contracts - Freedom to Pick and Choose from the Panel? - October 2007

The Mandatory Rules have focused attention on panel contracts, an excellent way to achieve great outcomes. Key is whether, when the panel is appointed, the agency has unfettered right to pick and choose from whom to buy.
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Electricity: Commerce Commission Notches up a Supreme Court Win - October 2007

Electricity lines company, Unison, lost its appeal to the Supreme Court against the Commission’s decision setting the thresholds to be met, to avoid imposition of price and other controls.
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Commerce Commission issues new guidelines for broadband suppliers - September 2007

Misleading performance claims by broadband suppliers are an increasing concern for the Commission. We think a prosecution sooner or later is inevitable. Suppliers should carefully read these new guidelines.
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September 2007 Update: Convergence of Telecommunications, Broadcasting and the Internet: A Regulatory Perspective - September 2007

This paper updates our June 2007 paper, as part of our presentation to the Digital Media & Content Summit on 25 September 2007.
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Rugby World Cup : TV3 versus Sky – one-nil or a draw? - September 2007

September’s Rugby World Cup court tiff – between TV3 and Sky TV – ironically had the boot on the other foot. In the game between Free to Air and Pay TV, who really won commercially: Free to Air, Pay TV or both?
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Demystifying What’s Happening in New Zealand’s Telecommunications Regulation - September 2007

An update on New Zealand’s Telecommunication Regulation, published in the September edition of the UK periodical Computer and Telecommunication Law Review (Sweet & Maxwell).
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Service-Level Blunders - August 2007

Stuart van Rij outlines for CIO magazine six common service-level blunders. Avoiding these from the outset helps to create a robust foundation for the client-supplier relationship and can also prevent potential problems, disputes, or additional costs.
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Mandatory Rules for Procurement – One Year On - July 2007

The Mandatory Rules for Procurement by Departments are one year old. They are not yet being fully applied by all affected agencies and they continue to raise challenges.
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Convergence of Telecommunications, Broadcasting and the Internet: A Regulatory Perspective - June 2007

Convergence of content across platforms – such as broadcasting, telecommunications, and the internet – presents great opportunities and some considerable challenges. Paper presented to the Tele.Con 8 summit (26 June 07).
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Laws to Beat Spamming - June 2007

For the Herald On Sunday Fiona Campbell answers some frequently asked questions about the new anti-spam legislation.
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Convergence and the Media: Regulatory Review at Last - June 2007

Convergence of content across platforms, such as broadcasting, telecommunications, and the Internet, presents great opportunities. With the opportunities come considerable challenges.
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Update: Demystifying What's Happening in Telecommunications Regulation - June 2007

So much has been happening since our February article that we have updated it with new developments.
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No, ma’am, this ain’t spam - June 2007

Fiona Campbell answers questions and concerns about new anti-spam legislation for the CCH’s Market Focus newsletter, dealing with the ambit of the Act, what organisations must do to comply with new requirements, and penalties for non-compliance.
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"Our ERP solution is the best thing since sliced bread..." - June 2007

Stuart van Rij outlines for CIO magazine some key questions to consider when reviewing the typical vendor-friendly warranty in a licence for ERP software.
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Unsolicited Electronic Messages Act - May 2007

The new Unsolicited Electronic Messages Act has some bugs caused by well-meaning Select Committee changes to the Bill. Fiona Campbell explores these bugs and overviews the new Act for the New Zealand Law Journal.
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On-line Employee Privacy versus Employer Protection - April 2007

How far can organisations intrude into employees’ online activity? What’s the optimal approach?
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Court of Appeal Changes Law on Restraint of Trade - March 2007

In March 2007, the Court of Appeal kicked for touch the prevalent idea that extra contractual consideration (that is, something of value) is a prerequisite for an enforceable restraint of trade.
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The Price of Predictability - March 2007

Fixed-price contracts are indeed a persuasive means of obtaining price certainty in ICT projects. However, there are limitations to the fixed-price model that can cause a project to become unstuck.
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Broadband Wireless Spectrum: an impressive solution - February 2007

Freeing up spectrum for new needs can be problematic. The Minister and MED have spearheaded a successful transition for broadband wireless using new approaches.
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Telstra must supply unbundled access to ISPs for dirt cheap $3.20 a month - February 2007

Telstra must supply unbundled access to ISPs for $3.20 per month. Surely a typo!?
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Navigating through SLA landmines - February 2007

The Service Level Agreement is ubiquitous in the IT and telecommunications industries. Often, however, many of the service levels an SLA contains are riddled with problems that can be landmines in the path of a successful relationship.
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Retail Minus Pricing Panned by CAT - January 2007

In 350 pages of judgment in October and December 2006, the Tribunal has provided a treasure trove of conclusions on several issues, one of which is ECPR/retail-minus pricing.
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Margin/Price Squeeze - A Landmark UK Judgment - January 2007

UK's Competition Appeal Tribunal has developed margin (aka price) squeeze principles in this judgment that covers many issues.
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Problems for NZ's UBS Pricing Apparent from New UK Judgment - January 2007

A major UK appeal judgment shows that the new UBS, Naked DSL and LLU pricing regime has serious difficulties.
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New Copyright Legislation Focused on Digital Issues - December 2006

In December 2006, Government introduced a new Bill to deal with changes necessary to handle the digital world.
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Two Early Christmas Presents for the Commerce Commission Chair - December 2006

Paula Rebstock is the Herald's Joint New Zealander of the Year. Support is critical but safeguards are also needed.
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Outcomes Focused SLAs - December 2006

Begin with the end in mind - sage advice for almost every endeavour. However, one often finds that the Service Level Agreement sitting on the their desk fails in this respect.
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Viagra and the Corporate Lawyer - December 2006

The anti-spam legislation will affect organisations a lot more that just random and dodgy spamming. The shape and timing of the Act is now clearer following select committee changes and the requirements are tougher.
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We Don't Spam, Do We? - December 2006

With the Select Committee report now out on the anti-spam legislation, it appears that it isn’t just the pill-pushers that need to be wary.
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Beware the Winner's Curse - December 2006

Could your outsourcing deal be subject to the winner's curse?
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Email Disclaimers: Fictional Wizardry? - October 2006

Most organisations use email disclaimers carefully tweaked and ‘improved’ by lawyers. But how much protection do they really provide?
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Privacy Implications for Information Technology - September 2006

IT projects, ranging from websites and online trading through to protection of computerised databases, often raise privacy issues.
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Is a Standalone Industry Regulator the only way? Australia has a great example from the energy sector - September 2006

It can be tough to optimise the inter-play between general competition and regulation law, and industry-specific regulation. Australia has a great solution with its new Australian Energy Regulator (AER).
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Capping Liability the Australian Way - September 2006

“So what should the cap on liability be?” – A common question for all those that have been involved in negotiating an IT or telecommunications agreement. The Australian Government has recently released policy on limiting liability.
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Next Generation Networks - another reason why Telecom must have robust operational separation - September 2006

Overseas experience shows that Next Generation Networks (NGN) will become an even bigger issue than Local Loop Unbundling (LLU). The current legislative round provides a strong basis to deal with NGN regulatory issues now, rather than later.
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Who Owns Content on the Web? Singer, Billy Bragg, Drives a Big Change at Rupert Murdoch's MySpace.com - August 2006

Content more and more is becoming king on the Internet ahead of the underlying Internet transport layer. And the large corporates increasingly play marbles in this sandpit. Who owns what content on the Net is becoming increasingly important.
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Seeking Information from ISPs and Internet Content Providers about People to Sue: How Google Handled It - August 2006

ISPs and content service providers get requests to disclose details they can access, such as names behind a website. Generally, they aware of how to deal with the Police, and how the Privacy Act applies. But what about situations involving civil claims?
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Movies Online - A world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival - August 2006

Content providers are increasingly winning the on-line legal battle for control of their intellectual property. Now, the EU has come up with the world’s first Charter to facilitate online availability of movies on a principled basis.
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Music, Movie and Software Providers Convert Arch-Nemesis Internet Piracy Channels into Great New Channels to Market - August 2006

Internet content providers have recently scored a big win. Not only have they stifled notorious platforms for IP breach, they have converted them to work cooperatively as a new revenue-generating channel to market.
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Online Defamation Risk - July 2006

While risk faced by ISPs, bulletin board hosts, bloggers, employers etc for online defamation has some uncertainty, some new Court cases are starting to clarify the position.
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'Multisourcing': the new outsourcing - July 2006

Wellington lawyer Stuart van Rij says there is a growing trend towards managing outsourcing contracts directly, even where multiple vendors are involved. He is concerned that this approach brings with it additional risks.
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What to do when an IT Contract hits your desk - 20 key questions - July 2006

It almost goes without saying that each IT project is different and requires a different contract. IT projects such as systems integration, outsourcing, and software development each have their own stand alone issues and risks that need to be addressed.
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Intellectual Property in IT Contracts - July 2006

Increasingly we’re finding that one of the most time consuming and difficult areas in IT contracts is ownership of IP.
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Judicial Review of Govt Tenders More Likely - June 2006

In this interview reported in Computerworld, Michael Wigley comments on the possibility of increased legal challenges to contracts awarded under new government procurement guidelines.
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Breakup: What Telecom Could Look Like - June 2006

Telecommunications lawyer Michael Wigley looks at the ways the telco could be split up to remove monopolistic distortions.
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Confidential Information Breaches Now Easier to Prove - June 2006

Our February 2005 online article, Confidential Information Breaches Can be Difficult to Prove, was based on a Court of Appeal decision, now reversed by the Privy Council. We outline what has changed.
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Government Procurement's Biggest Shake-Up in Years - June 2006

The new Mandatory Rules for Procurement by Departments are the biggest change in Government purchasing for years, with significantly increased compliance issues.
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Two Years for Mobile Market Change - June 2006

The Commerce Commission has just started considering whether change is needed to help new entrants get into the mobile market. The potential process of such a change, including complications and shortcuts is set out.
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Broadband Regulation - What's the Reality? - May 2006

After the euphoria of the broadband announcements earlier this month, what’s the reality?
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Anti-Spam Legislation and ISPs - An Update - May 2006

What’s the latest for ISPs with the proposed anti-spam legislation? Here we overview timing and implications for ISPs.
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Anti-Spam Legislation FAQs - May 2006

Here we endeavour to answer some Frequently Asked Questions regarding the timing, scope, and application of the proposed anti-spam legislation.
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$189 Fares to Sydney* - May 2006

* Well, actually this article is about marketers being prosecuted when an ad has a headline price, and extra cost items are linked by asterisk in the small print.
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Electronic Health Records - 2006 Legal Update - May 2006

In May, Michael Wigley addressed the Conferenz Medical-Legal conference and the Brightstar Electronic Health Records Conference.
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Legal Hurdles to Telecommunications Change - April 2006

Unless the Minister of Telecommunications accepts a commercial solution from Telecom, a key issue facing him in the coming months will be how to implement any change in our regulatory environment.
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