Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming how New Zealand businesses operate – from farming to finance, and from manufacturing to customer support. Whether you’re an SME looking to automate tasks or a business leader curious about AI’s impact on workforce planning, this guide outlines how AI is reshaping the future of work and the industries leading the charge.
Oxygen8 Business Consultant Susan Cooney shares key considerations and practical insights to help business owners adapt, prepare, and benefit from the AI revolution in a smart and human-centric way.
As AI adoption grows, here are the key trends shaping the future of work:
If your business is experiencing any of the following, it may be time to consider AI support:
AI implementation in NZ must align with several legislative frameworks, including:
“We didn’t just get advice – we got belief in what we were building.”
– Daniel Ready, Co-Founder, Shape
Shape, a commercial furniture supplier, partnered with Oxygen8 to explore how intelligent systems could help scale their business sustainably. With AI guidance tailored to their industry, they:
Their success highlights the real-world benefits of using AI in NZ businesses – especially when paired with expert strategy and structure.
AI isn’t coming – it’s already here. Whether you’re just starting to explore automation or looking to deepen your use of intelligent systems, now is the time to prepare. With the right guidance, SMEs across New Zealand can implement AI responsibly, gain a competitive edge, and grow with confidence.
Andrew Petty is a manufacturing and continuous improvement specialist with over 20 years’ experience across a range of manufacturing environments; From family-run workshops to multi-site international corporations, Andrew brings both strategic insight and hands-on capability to every engagement. His diverse experience enables him to see across the full depth and breadth of an organisation, unlocking sustainable business improvements through operational excellence, reliable systems, and empowered teams.
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