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organizations
Finding
helpful information and expert advice is very important when
entering a new business environment. In these early stages, the
following organizations may prove particularly helpful.
Business Development Programme (BIZ)
The government business development programme, BIZ, provides
services to help improve the management skills and ability of
small and medium-sized businesses. The range of services includes
assessment, skills, training, coaching and networking. These
services are provided by a wide range of affiliated
organizations, including regional enterprise development
agencies, consulting companies, Maori trusts, industry
associations and the Open Polytechnic of New Zealand (TOPENZ).
There are 34 BIZ Centres nationwide - all are listed in the
Blue Pages of the local NZ Telephone Book.
Industry New Zealand
 Industry New Zealand is a government agency charged with helping
to build a strong and vibrant economy. In addition to the BIZinfo
and Business Development Programmes, it also provides access to
practical advice, training and funding tailored to help
businesses and regions develop and grow.
Technology New Zealand
Technology New Zealand provides a comprehensive range of
programmes that promote the business community’s development
and adoption of advanced technologies. A wide range of
government-funded research grants is available. These grants
focus on specific technical developments rather than general
business development.
Trade New Zealand
Trade New Zealand is a development agency providing expert
assistance to exporters through a global network of offices and
representatives. Its export consultants provide customized and
up-to-date business information and guidance on export procedures
export markets and market opportunities. Most consulting staff
have direct experience of overseas markets and export business.
Economic Development Associate of New Zealand (EDANZ)
The Association represents 52 Economic Development Agencies and
Economic Development Units run by regional, district and city
councils. It provides a range of services for business migrants.
New Zealand Chambers of Commerce & Industry (NZCCI)
 The Chambers of Commerce are voluntary, membership-based
organizations. Membership is open to all types of businesses, and
this is a particularly effective way to establish new business
contacts and find out about local business conditions. Chamber
services include:
- Advocacy
- Business education
- International trade services
- Issuing Carnets and
Certificates of Origin
- Business advice/mentoring
- Social functions for
meeting/networking with new members and developing
business
The Chamber network includes 32
Chambers representing about 20,000 businesses. About 75% of the
members in New Zealand in New Zealand are small and medium sized
businesses and more than one-third is involved in international
trade.
Small Business Enterprise Centres
There are 52 Small Business Enterprise Centres throughout New
Zealand. They specialize in helping small businesses and offer:
- Economic development
programmes
- Business development
information
- Business services
- Business support
- Employment generation
programmes
Some Centres provide specialist
services for new migrants who want to start a business.
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