Insight / General Business & SMEs New Biometric Processing Privacy Code has implications for NZ businesses Earlier this month, the New Zealand Privacy Commissioner introduced the Biometric Processing Privacy Code (Code). The Code is set to come into force on 3 November 2025, although businesses already undertaking biometric processing activities have until 3 August 2026 to comply. Read more
Insight / General Business & SMEs Navigating the world of not-for-profits Kiwis are known for their generosity when giving to charities and New Zealand consistently ranks highly in studies as one of the most generous nations per capita. This helps explain why there are so many charities in New Zealand – over 28,000 are registered according to the Department of Internal Affairs. Read more
Insight / General Business & SMEs Don’t let a breakup break up your business When it comes to talking business and considering risk, often the last thing that comes to mind is what might happen to the business if a personal relationship ends. While it might not be front of mind, it is still an essential consideration as New Zealand relationship property law can turn a business into a battleground in the event of separation. Read more
Insight / General Business & SMEs A director’s dilemma: to guarantee, or not to guarantee? It is becoming increasingly common for directors to provide personal guarantees (PGs), guaranteeing a company’s obligations. Whether the guarantee is to secure a lease, obtain funding for working capital or reassure a supplier, the terms of each guarantee will differ, but the underlying principle remains the same – a personal commitment to ensure the satisfaction of the company’s obligations, often including repayment of the company’s debts. Read more
Insight / General Business & SMEs Generative AI: proceed with care and counsel The use of generative artificial intelligence (Generative AI) for reviewing and/or drafting commercial contracts is on the rise. While using Generative AI in this context may seem appealing, it presents a myriad of risks that deserve consideration. Read more
Insight / General Business & SMEs Stay on the Right Track with Olympics-Themed Marketing The fast-approaching Paris Olympic Games may seem like a great opportunity to incorporate the Olympics and New Zealand patriotism into your marketing strategy, however, if you aren’t an official sponsor, doing so could get you into hot water. Read more
