# Category: News

### [HSO Acquires Aware Group: A New Era of AI-Driven Solutions](/content/hso-acquires-aware-group-a-new-era-of-ai-driven-solutions/index.html)

We are excited to announce that HSO, a leading global business transformation partner, has acquired the New Zealand-based Aware Group. This acquisition marks a significant milestone.

### [Jo Mickleson Wins Emerging Leader of the Year at Waikato Business Awards](/content/jo_mickleson_emerging_leader_2022/index.html)

The annual Waikato Chamber of Commerce Business Awards were held last month, and our very own Jo Mickleson received the 2022 Emerging Leader of the Year award.

### [Aware Group Reaffirms Presence in APAC With Trip to Southeast Asia](/content/aware-group-trip-to-southeast-asia/index.html)

Recently, leaders from Aware Group had the opportunity to travel through Singapore, Malaysia, and Vietnam. After two and a half long years of connecting virtually, this trip was significant for reaffirming relationships and exploring new opportunities.

### [Press Release – Aware Group Taps Mike Jenkins as Chairman](/content/press-release-aware-group-taps-mike-jenkins-as-chairman/index.html)

At its inception, the Aware Group had 5 team members and a handful of local clients. Today, Aware is the emerging tech partner of choice across various sectors.

### [Press Release – Aware Group Earns Analytics on Microsoft Azure Advanced Specialisation](/content/press-release-analytics-on-microsoft-azure-advanced-specialisation/index.html)

### [Aware Group Wins Azure Partner of the Year at Microsoft Malaysia Partner Awards](/content/azure-partner-of-the-year-malaysia/index.html)

### [Case Study – Spot the Robot Dog Supporting the Christchurch Cathedral Reinstatement Project](/content/case-study-spot-the-robot-dog-supporting-the-christ-church-cathedral-reinstatement-project/index.html)

In 2011, the city of Christchurch was hit with several high-magnitude earthquakes, tragically costing more than 180 lives and causing billions of dollars in damage. This case study highlights how technology and innovation were leveraged in the rebuilding process.

### [Aware Group Collaborates With Microsoft on Windows 11 Rollout](/content/aware-group-collaborates-with-microsoft-on-windows-11-rollout/index.html)

### [Case Study – Ryman Healthcare’s Retirement Village Games](/content/case-study-ryman-healthcares-retirement-village-games/index.html)

We’ve been utilising emerging technologies to produce some pretty unique solutions for years. But an age-defying Olympic competition across two countries is not something we expected to see.

### [Aware Group announces addition of Wellington-based team](/content/aware-group-announces-addition-of-wellington-based-team/index.html)

Due to exponential growth and demand, Aware Group is expanding our New Zealand operations with the addition of a dedicated Wellington office and local team.