Who We Are

We bring together industry, government, and academia to accelerate IoT innovation and adoption through connections, collaboration, and thought leadership — ensuring IoT is developed and deployed in ways that deliver real value for New Zealand’s economy, communities, and future.

Previously known as NZ IoT Alliance, we were launched in 2017 and have built a reputation as a trusted partner across sectors. Governed by an independent Executive Council, we represent organisations with interests in IoT‑based products, services, and solutions from across the country.

IoT Forum New Zealand is part of Tech New Zealand | Hangarau Aotearoa — a connected network of 16 technology communities. Together, we bring people, communities, and partners together to grow the tech economy, build skills and inclusion, accelerate sustainable innovation, and ensure technology is trusted and safe.

Connect

We bring people together across the IoT ecosystem — creating spaces where industry, government, and academia can meet, share insight, and collaborate to shape a connected future for Aotearoa New Zealand.

Promote

We shine a light on the Internet of Things — elevating opportunities for IoT to unlock economic growth and supporting understanding of how connected technologies can deliver value across every sector.

Advance

We accelerate IoT innovation and adoption through connections, collaboration, and thought leadership — supporting the conditions for IoT to be developed and deployed in ways that deliver real value for New Zealand’s economy, communities, and future.

We work alongside our members to shift the diary on areas of impact shared across the Tech New Zealand network. Ensuring that IoT technology contributes to positive outcomes for all in Aotearoa.