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Some of our more recent blog articles.

CataPets: the support crew

12 July 2021

by Charlotte Weston

A selection of Catalyst pets who show up for us in their own special ways.

Dog at the beach wearing a red vest that says "do not pat".

How to explain things better using analogies

7 July 2021

by Maia Miller

Ever try to tell someone what you do or what you're working on, and see their eyes glaze over in the middle of your explanation? Be better at explaining complicated, technical concepts using a handy communication tool: the analogy.

Maia Miller speaking on stage with a screen behind her.

Increasing clicks to your Koha

26 May 2021

by Aleisha Amohia

One of the many reasons Koha is the best library system in the world is because it is so customisable. But how can we encourage our patrons to visit and enjoy our OPAC? Here are a few tips for marketing Koha to your users and increasing traffic to your library site.

Global Accessibility Awareness Day event

18 May 2021

by Charlotte Weston

Catalyst’s Accessibility Team is organising an event on Global Accessibility Awareness Day for staff at Catalyst to raise awareness of and empathy for different types of disabilities.

banner for Global Accessibility Awareness day with ear, hand, eye, brain icons

Catalyst is New Zealand's first Web Accessibility supplier

20 April 2021

by Sarah Young

Catalyst IT is excited to announce that we are the first supplier in New Zealand to be approved by the Department of Internal Affairs on the New Zealand Marketplace for Web Accessibility.

Cutting Gordian knots: Funding improved Kerberos testing in Samba

1 April 2021

by Andrew Barlett

Enjoy this blog by Andrew Barlett as he reflects on his experience with improving Kerberos testing within Samba thanks to LMAX who are as passionate as building solid future-proof foundations as we are.

10 Tips to Build an LMS Learners Love

25 March 2021

by Catalyst

As an organisation that understands the power of effective workplace learning, you’re probably using a learning management system (LMS) to deliver digital content and ensure compliance. But used correctly, your LMS is capable of so much more.