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Scott Armul promoted to EVP at Vertiv for 2025
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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ai
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leadership
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vertiv
Vertiv has promoted Scott Armul to Executive Vice President of Global Portfolio and Business Units, effective 1 January 2025, to lead growth strategies.
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Avalara wins TrustRadius 2025 Buyer's Choice Award
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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risk & compliance
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trustradius
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customer satisfaction
Avalara has won a 2025 Buyer’s Choice Award from TrustRadius for its tax compliance software, praised for its customer satisfaction and automation features.
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Commvault reports 16% rise in Q2 revenue, boosts outlook
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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commvault
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business continuity
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financial results
Commvault has reported a robust financial performance for Q2 fiscal 2025, with revenues rising 16% to USD $233.3 million and subscription revenue up 37%.
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Why third-party software support is the key to maximising your ERP investments
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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financial systems
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erp
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myob
In a rapidly changing tech landscape, third-party software support is vital for CIOs to optimise ERP investments and address IT challenges effectively.
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BlackLine wins 2024 Tech Cares & Buyer’s Choice awards
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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dei
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cleantech
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sustainability
BlackLine has been honoured with the 2024 ‘Tech Cares’ and ‘Buyer’s Choice’ awards from TrustRadius, recognising its impact on digital finance transformation.
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MTF Finance names Zoe Anderson as Chief Credit Officer
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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university of otago
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leadership
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ami
Zoe Anderson has been appointed Chief Credit Officer at MTF Finance, effective January 2025, bringing over 13 years of experience from RAC Finance.
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Are actuaries getting left behind? The ‘double hurdle’ to innovation
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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data analytics
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risk & compliance
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ai
As actuaries face mounting pressure for innovation, they are challenged by outdated technology and market demands, hindering their progress in a data-rich world.
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Fergus & Groundplan partner for seamless tradie solutions
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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devops
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apm
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software development
Fergus has integrated with Groundplan to enhance data transfer for tradies, streamlining job management with real-time pricing and reduced manual entry.
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Cohesity appoints Vasu Murthy as Chief Product Officer
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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data protection
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ai security
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ai
Cohesity has appointed Vasu Murthy as Senior Vice President and Chief Product Officer to enhance its data security portfolio amid substantial growth.
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Dayforce named Leader in 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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data analytics
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hcm
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Dayforce has been recognised as a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud HCM Suites, marking its fifth consecutive year of achievement.
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Forrester reveals 2025 predictions for banking & insurance
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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data analytics
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cx
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Forrester's 2025 Predictions report reveals banks and insurers face significant transformations in customer experience and tech investments amid evolving trends.
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Businesses embrace AI, neglect cyber security measures
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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ransomware
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iot
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genai
A new report reveals that 70% of firms globally have adopted generative AI, but only 56% recognise its impact on cyber security, highlighting significant risks.
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Norton survey warns Kiwis of rising holiday shopping scams
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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phishing
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email security
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cybersafety
A Norton survey reveals that three-quarters of New Zealanders believe online scams surge during the Christmas season, with serious financial implications.
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Pegasystems launches Pega Infinity 24.2 with AI upgrades
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Pegasystems has launched Pega Infinity 24.2, enhancing user productivity with generative AI and new features for improved workflows and customer engagement.
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GitHub unveils new AI-powered developer tools platform
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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ai
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software development
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google
GitHub has unveiled an enhanced developer platform powered by Copilot, featuring tools like GitHub Spark and multi-file editing to streamline workflows.
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Lazarus APT group targets crypto investors with AI tactics
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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blockchain
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
Kaspersky has uncovered a sophisticated campaign by the Lazarus group targeting cryptocurrency investors, employing social engineering and zero-day exploits.
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How technology modernisation is driving business resilience
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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dr
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
As challenges in IT and security mount, over half of CIOs plan to modernise infrastructure, prioritising hybrid cloud strategies for enhanced resilience.
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Burnout rises to 61% in NZ as financial stress impacts workers
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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mental health
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gen z
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work-life balance
A new report reveals that 61% of New Zealand employees experience burnout, with financial stress and the rising cost of living cited as key contributors.
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Is Crypto gambling? Let’s ‘roll the dice’ on this debate
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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blockchain
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risk & compliance
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defi
As cryptocurrencies polarise opinion, the debate rages: is crypto merely gambling, or a daring avenue for diversifying investments?.
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Unlock maximum value from the Google Cloud Platform with a little help from a friend
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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storage
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data analytics
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hyperscale
Businesses seeking to maximise Google Cloud Platform’s offerings are advised to partner with experts to navigate its complexities and drive marketing success.