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How Spark's wireless broadband simplified a small Kiwi business's internet

Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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Peter Thrower had never had much luck when it came to internet connection for his business. Then he called Spark.
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Interview: Dell explores the core tenets of multi-cloud

Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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Multi-cloud is more than just an IT strategy, it requires a cultural shift and long-term planning, says Dell Technologies ANZ CTO Melissa Osborne.
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Why CX is a 'must-have' and not a 'nice-to-have'

Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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Strengthening CX drives success: Adobe reveals 40% of CX leaders exceeded 2019 goals, proving investment in customer experience is now essential for businesses.
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What is a business without customers? Why CX investment should be a strategic play

Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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Investing in Customer Experience (CX) can transform customer data into strategic advantages. Adobe's 2019 report shows 40% of CX leaders exceed business goals.
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Company-X works on WebAR and WebVR

Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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New Zealand's Company-X is pioneering WebAR and WebVR solutions, providing immersive experiences without the need for dedicated software or hardware.
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Securing the hyperscaled network: Integration, orchestration and automation

Mon, 15th Jun 2020
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Network infrastructure has been kept up and running during lockdowns, but can cyber-security defences keep up with the increase in users and devices?.
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Security experts underscore identity assurance in post-lockdown era

Fri, 12th Jun 2020
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Organisations should rebuild, re-prioritise and re-assess their current security programs, with the ultimate goal of enhancing threat response.
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You're invited to the DataCon webinar series: Scale-out multi-protocol storage & data management with Hedvig

Thu, 11th Jun 2020
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Combined with software-defined storage, organisations can leverage a more predictable, resilient, and simple approach to infrastructure.
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How contract management can streamline entire business operations

Wed, 10th Jun 2020
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TechDay interviewed Hyland director Eugene Chng about the company's contract management solution, which streamlines the entire contract lifecycle.
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How SD-WAN can relieve home office networking pains

Wed, 10th Jun 2020
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Remote working has tested how well every organisation's remote connectivity can scale, particularly in areas such as VPN infrastructure and connection quality.
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Revealed: The cure to network outage-related downtime

Tue, 9th Jun 2020
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It's estimated the average cost per network outage in the United States alone amounts to US$402,542 – with one in ten major outages costing over $1 million.
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Hyland wields blockchain power for credential verification

Wed, 3rd Jun 2020
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Blockchain goes beyond crypto, enabling secure, lifelong digital credential ownership and instant verification.
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Cloud tech inspires Kiwi supply chain firm to keep the world moving

Mon, 25th May 2020
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New Zealand's Coretex has transformed from a local fleet management firm into a global player, thanks to Microsoft Azure's cloud technology.
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Cloud networking offers retail, education & healthcare a DX edge in turbulent times

Mon, 25th May 2020
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As COVID-19 disrupts major sectors, Extreme Networks' cloud management platform offers retail, education, and healthcare unparalleled flexibility and security.
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Enterprises tune up enterprise networking as cloud spending grows

Mon, 25th May 2020
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Gartner predicts rapid growth in enterprise IT spend on cloud-based offerings, leading to an increase in organisations adopting cloud networking.
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What happens when you run Linux on a toaster?

Mon, 25th May 2020
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Running Linux on a toaster highlights a problem in today's data centres: reliance on generic hardware undermines efficiency and performance gains.
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First cars, then phones - now it's time for the world's cities to become smart

Fri, 22nd May 2020
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As urbanisation rapidly expands, experts urge cities to go smart, leveraging IoT, AI and 5G to enhance efficiency and quality of urban life.
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Interview: Mimecast channel director on new partner programme and consolidation in the channel

Wed, 20th May 2020
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Mimecast's channel director outlines a revamped partner programme designed to tackle 2020's growing cybersecurity threats and industry consolidation.
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CRM, website building, project management - all in 1 free solution

Tue, 19th May 2020
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Amid the pandemic, Bitrix24 offers a comprehensive, free solution integrating CRM, project management, and website building, easing transitions to remote work.
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Interview: The finer points of IT automation in the modern enterprise

Tue, 19th May 2020
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Automation is reshaping modern enterprises, and OSS Group's Glen Ogilvie discusses its evolution, benefits, challenges, and strategic deployment.