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Why AI will play a crucial role in the climate of compliance
Unified Communications

Why AI will play a crucial role in the climate of compliance

The banking royal commission in Australia has highlighted the need for improved compliance in the finance industry, with AI technology offering a solution.

By Greg Baker • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Sep 2018
Making the role of CIO more relevant in 2018
Migration

Making the role of CIO more relevant in 2018

The role of a CIO in the public sector is evolving towards a more strategic focus as digital transformation becomes a priority.

By Tony Marceddo • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Sep 2018
Organisational change can make or break your digital journey
Digital Transformation

Organisational change can make or break your digital journey

Digital transformation in Australia could boost GDP by $45 billion, reshaping businesses and enhancing the economy.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Sep 2018
Why the channel needs full technology-aaS solutions
Synnex

Why the channel needs full technology-aaS solutions

As the -aaS economy balloons worldwide, distributors like Synnex are moving past simple device-aaS offerings to create comprehensive TaaS solutions.

By Agartu Dinegde • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Sep 2018
Hybrid cloud: Platform of choice, or split-personality?
Hybrid Cloud

Hybrid cloud: Platform of choice, or split-personality?

Hybrid cloud may complicate digital transformation if deployed hastily, with identity crises and compatibility issues. A three-step approach is recommended.

By Max McLaren • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Sep 2018
Cyber attackers using businesses to target nation states
Supply Chain

Cyber attackers using businesses to target nation states

64% of incident response professionals had experienced attackers launching secondary command and control after an initial attack was shut down.

By Rick McElroy • 5 min read • Tue, 4th Sep 2018
Taking back control: Four steps to reporting unlicensed software usage
Software

Taking back control: Four steps to reporting unlicensed software usage

Despite the enormous benefits that software brings to the table for a business, many still choose to forgo paying for it.

By Gary Gan • 4 min read • Tue, 4th Sep 2018
IoT planning: Seven key questions for effective M2M deployments
Hyperscale

IoT planning: Seven key questions for effective M2M deployments

Preparing for an IoT deployment? Ensure your project's success with these key questions on device connectivity, costs, & security.

By Jeremy Potgieter • 5 min read • Tue, 4th Sep 2018
Catch-22: Rapid data centre growth colliding with ageing workforce
DataCentre infrastructure

Catch-22: Rapid data centre growth colliding with ageing workforce

The IT industry as a whole is facing a shortage of skilled workers and the data center segment is no exception, with no quick fix available.

By Tony DeSpirito • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Sep 2018
Why top enterprises are creating a data-driven cloud strategy
Data Analytics

Why top enterprises are creating a data-driven cloud strategy

The digital revolution is compelling businesses to use advanced data analysis techniques to predict customer needs and find new profit pathways.

By Peter O'Connor • 5 min read • Mon, 3rd Sep 2018
TPG-VHA will be real competitor to Telstra, Optus - GlobalData
Unified Communications

TPG-VHA will be real competitor to Telstra, Optus - GlobalData

GlobalData technology analyst Siow Meng Soh offers his view on opportunities and challenges to the parties involved in the TPG-VHA merger.

By Siow Meng Soh • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Sep 2018
Schneider: Why support for edge data centers will need to be “Lights Out”
DataCentre infrastructure

Schneider: Why support for edge data centers will need to be “Lights Out”

Dave Johnson says there is to be huge changes to data center infrastructure as edge computing takes a hold - here's his predictions.

By Dave Johnson • 3 min read • Sat, 1st Sep 2018
The evolution of data centers begins with migration to higher speed
Digital Transformation

The evolution of data centers begins with migration to higher speed

Enterprise data centers are having to redesign their network architecture for new, real-time applications and services, while supporting legacy apps.

By Gavin Milton-White • 5 min read • Fri, 31st Aug 2018
Understanding your data: How to drive insight from raw numbers
Software-as-a-Service

Understanding your data: How to drive insight from raw numbers

The combination of software and connectivity is changing how businesses operate, but many lack the skills to analyze the data they collect.

By Graeme Pyper • 4 min read • Fri, 31st Aug 2018
Hyperconverged infrastructure: Don't assume the network will just work
Network Infrastructure

Hyperconverged infrastructure: Don't assume the network will just work

Hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) is changing the game for IT departments. But many overlook the crucial role of networking when scaling out.

By Mario Vecchio • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Aug 2018
Keeping islands connected during weather disasters
Disaster Recovery

Keeping islands connected during weather disasters

Eaton leader John Atherton outlines how IT providers can ensure that isolated Pacific communities can stay connected during severe weather events.

By John Atherton • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Aug 2018
How AIaaS is following in the footsteps of SaaS
Unified Communications

How AIaaS is following in the footsteps of SaaS

AI as a service is revolutionizing businesses and workplaces, providing valuable data and improving efficiency. #AI #technology.

By Scott Leader • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Aug 2018

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