Glossary of terms and acronyms from the annual report.

MBIE’s sustainability framework supports both the Government’s commitment to having a carbon neutral public sector by 2025 and broader cultural, economic, environmental and social outcomes for the country in the transition to a low-emissions economy.

This section of the annual report provides a commentary on MBIE’s 2022/23 financial results and a view of our forecast financial plans for 2023/24.

Supporting a responsive labour market where people are protected and can make the best use of their skills.

Aotearoa New Zealand needs a business environment that is dynamic, where businesses can respond to new opportunities and resources are allocated to their most productive use.

Hīkina Whakatutuki | The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment’s 2022/23 Annual Report is a review of our financial and non-financial performance against our outcomes, priorities and obligations.

Foreword from Carolyn Tremain, Secretary for Business, Innovation and Employment and Chief Executive and other key information about the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment.

We are the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), Hīkina Whakatutuki. Hīkina means to uplift and Whakatutuki means to move forward, to make successful.

Our Promise is our commitment to our customers. It outlines what you can expect when you interact with us – whether that be in person, by phone, email or on our website.

MBIE’s Digital, Data and Insights business group was formally established in February 2022. This realignment brought together existing functions, skills, knowledge and responsibilities to ensure better alignment and efficiency.