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Finance operations
The AI ROI question CFOs can't answer (yet)
74% of finance leaders prioritise AI, but 40% can't build the business case. Why the cost of waiting could dwarf the cost of getting it wrong.
Ross Weldon
•4 minutes
Procurement
The build vs buy dilemma: why most finance teams are hedging their bets on a hybrid model
Airwallex commissioned Forrester to survey 1,279 finance leaders globally. 51% run hybrid AI models, and the split between what they build and buy has nothing to do with capability. Here's what's driving it.
Ross Weldon
•7 minutes
Shannon Scott
•3 minutes
Expense management
Best business expense trackers for New Zealand companies
Want the best way to track your business expenses? Compare Airwallex, Weel, Zoho Expense, Xero SAP Concur, and Expensify to find the best business expense tracker to close your books faster.
The Airwallex Editorial Team
•10 minutes
Finance operations
The geography of AI in finance: Why North American teams are pulling ahead
Forrester surveyed 1,279 finance leaders across the globe. The gap in AI execution isn’t about spending – it’s about infrastructure, data, and speed to integrate.
Ross Weldon
•9 minutes
Expense management
Best spend management software: A guide for CFOs in New Zealand
Looking for the best spend management software? Compare platforms for New Zealand finance teams including Airwallex, Weel, SAP Concur, Expensify, ProSpend and Zoho Expense.
Airwallex Editorial Team
•10 minutes
Expense management
What is spend management? Complete guide to the benefits and process
Learn what spend management is, how the process works, and how expense management software can cut costs, automate bill pay, and improve cash flow as you grow.
Airwallex Editorial Team
•9 minutes
Business credit cards
Best business credit cards for New Zealand companies
Looking for the best business credit card in New Zealand for your company? Compare ANZ, AMEX, Westpac, BNZ and Kiwibank as well as corporate cards from Airwallex for rewards, cashback and low-rate options.
Airwallex Editorial Team
•9 minutes
Accounts Payable
Best accounts payable software for NZ businesses in 2026
Best accounts payable software automates invoice capture, approvals, and payments. Compare Airwallex, Tipalti, ApprovalMax, Lightyear, Medius, Coupa, and Xero.
Airwallex Editorial Team
•10 minutes
Expense management
Best subscription billing software for New Zealand businesses
A guide to the best subscription billing software for New Zealand businesses: Compare Airwallex, Stripe Billing, Chargebee, Recurly, Paddle, Zuora, and Maxio.
Airwallex Editorial Team
•9 minutes
Expense management
Guide to the best invoice software for New Zealand businesses
Best invoice software for New Zealand businesses – we compare the top 6 platforms for Kiwi businesses. Compare features like multi-currency support, local payment methods, and accounting sync to find the best providers for 2026.
The Airwallex Editorial Team
•9 minutes
Business banking
How New Zealand businesses can use ACH-enabled USD accounts to receive US tariff refunds
How can New Zealand importers receive their approved US tariff refunds? Read our guide to see the simple way to receive your approved refunds.
The Airwallex Editorial Team
•3 minutes
Shannon Scott
•3 minutes
Transfers
Wise vs OFX New Zealand: Which is best for your business in 2026?
Comparing Wise vs OFX New Zealand for 2026? Discover the best platform for your business needs. Compare fees, speed, and features in our expert guide.
The Airwallex Editorial Team
•5 minutes
Business banking
Wise Vs WorldFirst: Fees and features comparison guide for New Zealand businesses
Choosing between Wise vs WorldFirst in New Zealand? Read our 2026 expert analysis of fees, transfer speeds, and features to find the right fit for your business.
•7 minutes
Online payments
Wise vs Payoneer: Which comes out on top in 2026?
Comparing Wise Business vs Payoneer? Discover which platform offers the best rates and features for New Zealand businesses in 2026. Read our full expert guide.
The Airwallex Editorial Team
•8 minutes
Business banking
ANZ Vs Westpac: Business banking fees and features compared
Comparing ANZ vs Westpac business bank accounts in 2026? Read our guide to find the best account for your New Zealand business. Compare fees and features now.
The Airwallex Editorial Team
•8 minutes
Online payments
Stripe vs PayPal: Complete comparison for New Zealand
Deciding between Stripe and PayPal to accept customer payments? We put Stripe vs PayPal side-by-side to compare features, fees, payment options, checkout tools, scale, and more to help you decide.
The Airwallex Editorial Team
•9 minutes
Online payments
Adyen vs Stripe: Which payment provider suits your business best?
Weighing up Adyen vs Stripe? We put the two platforms side by side so you can decide which works best for your New Zealand business. Compare fees, coverage, features, and more.
The Airwallex Editorial Team
•7 minutes
Business banking
ANZ vs ASB: Compare accounts, features and tools for New Zealand businesses
Considering ASB and ANZ for your New Zealand business? We put them head to head to see who comes out on top for business accounts, cards, and FX in 2026.
The Airwallex Editorial Team
•6 minutes
Business banking
ANZ vs BNZ Business banking: Fees, features & FX compared
Considering ANZ and BSB for your New Zealand business? We put ANZ vs BSB head to head to see which is best: Business accounts, cards and FX compared for your business in 2026.
The Airwallex Editorial Team
•7 minutes
Technology
Expense Policy Agent: Get an AI agent to enforce your policy across every entity
Expense Policy Agent is your always-on AI reviewer, built directly into Airwallex Spend. It reviews every expense in real time, flags policy breaches with cited rules, and helps global teams remain compliant across entities, currencies, and languages.
Thibault Genaitay
•3 minutes
Transfers
Guide to Western Union alternatives for New Zealand businesses
Looking for the best Western Union alternative in New Zealand? Compare the top options for businesses, including Airwallex, Wise Business, Payoneer, OFX, Xe, and MoneyGram.
The Airwallex Editorial Team
•7 minutes
Online payments
Top 5 Payoneer alternatives in New Zealand: Guide to your options
Discover the top Payoneer alternatives for Kiwi businesses in 2026. Compare Airwallex, PayPal, Stripe, Windcave, and Adyen to see which is right for your business.
The Airwallex Editorial Team
•6 minutes