AI Advisory Pilot NZ: who qualifies for up to $15,000 and how to apply
MBIE’s AI Advisory Pilot co-funds up to half the cost of an AI roadmap and implementation for NZ businesses with 50 or fewer staff, until 30 June 2027.
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Plain-English guides for New Zealand business owners on putting AI to work, paying for it, using it safely, and building a website that wins business.
How much does AI consulting cost in New Zealand? A 2026 guide
What NZ businesses pay for AI consulting in 2026, from hourly rates and roadmaps to workshops and builds, what drives the price, and how to compare quotes.
AI policy template for New Zealand businesses (Privacy Act 2020)
A free, plain-English AI use policy template for New Zealand businesses, based on the Privacy Commissioner’s expectations and MBIE’s Responsible AI Guidance.
AI agents vs chatbots vs automations: what should your business build first?
The difference between automations, chatbots and AI agents in plain English, with examples for NZ businesses and a simple way to decide where to start.
How to get your business recommended by ChatGPT, Gemini and Google AI Overviews
More customers ask AI assistants for recommendations. How AI search finds and chooses businesses, plus a checklist to make yours easy to find and trust.
How much does a website cost in New Zealand in 2026?
What New Zealand businesses pay for a website in 2026, what you get at each price point, the ongoing costs to budget for, and how to judge a quote.
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