Manufacturing
As a manufacturer, it’s important that operations, including health and safety practices, run smoothly. We’ve got tools and resources to guide you.
Operations
Introduction to managing assets
Keeping track of and managing your assets will help you avoid risks – and get the most value for money.
Fostering innovation
Innovation is the catalyst to business growth. Learn how you can foster innovation.
Teaming up with other businesses
Strategic alliances or joint ventures allow you to partner with an existing business to share the risks and opportunities in a new market.
GoManufacturing
GoManufacturing has information for manufacturers to help you reach your full potential. Find out how you can improve your productivity, get started with lean manufacturing, what Industry 4.0 means for you – and much more.
Data for business
Data and insights can help you make informed decisions. Discover data about small businesses in New Zealand, including sole traders, exporting and manufacturing.
Take climate action
Taking steps to reduce your carbon footprint can help your business in various ways.
Check out the Climate Action Toolbox to find out how you can benefit your bottom line.
Health and safety
Health and safety basics
Having great health and safety practices is just part of having a great business. Find out what you can do set up good practices.
How to assess health and safety risks
Get your health and safety sorted by following this step-by-step approach to assessing risk.
Visual guide: Keeping people healthy and safe
Health and safety is about creating a work environment where everyone behaves in a safe and healthy way. Here’s how to get involved in H&S.
Explore exporting
If you are looking to grow your business, exporting could be the right option for you.
Find out about how to get started, which government agencies can help and when, shipping and distribution, and e-learning resources from New Zealand Trade and Enterprise.
Which rules and regulations apply to your business?
Use our Compliance Matters tool to find out the legal requirements you and your business must follow.
You can tailor your search by topic – for example, taxes, exporting or health and safety – or to suit your industry or business structure.
Checklists
Healthy business checklist
Use this easy-to-follow checklist to guide you through everyday actions you can do now to keep your business strong.
Common business asset checklist
Use these lists to identify the assets you own. You can download and print out document versions and fill in the blanks to help you get the most value from your assets.