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Microsoft's Worldwide Partner Conference set for July 10th-14th in LA, promising insights into the tech giant's roadmap for partners.

Microsoft unleashes Internet Explorer 9, promising top-notch performance and eyeing a slice of the modern web's pie.

IBM unveils new Software and Consulting services aimed at a US$70 billion Smarter Commerce market, helping firms automate marketing and customer engagement.

Channel Advantage Programme adapted to increase partner effectiveness and deliver higher returns on investment.

Microsoft's first update to its new Windows Phone line hits snags, bricking some phones. Next update only weeks away.

New data centre to form part of HP's US$1 billion transformation to retire legacy assets and build new, modernised facilities.

IBM teams up with Ingram Micro to distribute cloud services in New Zealand, offering enhanced flexibility and support to the channel.

NetSuite enhances its SP100 programme with new waivers, free training, and marketing support under the SuiteStart Service to aid channel businesses.

Microsoft research says that New Zealand is the most clued up country in Asia Pacific when it comes to understanding the cloud.

Microsoft to miss the 2011 tablet craze, plans Windows rival for Apple and Google in 2012, says Business Week.

Brightpoint NZ partners with GN Netcom Asia to bring Jabra's innovative wireless headsets and car speakerphones to the local market.

Cisco has unveiled its new Cloud Partner Programme, designed to help partners define their role in the cloud and tap into the multi-billion GBP market.

Duo New Zealand partners with Norway's High Density Devices to distribute highly secure [hiddn] Crypto Adapters in Australasia.

Distribution Central has detailed this year's annual business development programme for the channel, dubbed DC Experience 2011.

Former global supply manager, Paul Devine, admits taking bribes in return for giving information that led to manufacturers winning Apple contracts.

Better online conferencing facilities, based on Citrix's GoToMeeting technology, will be offered by Skype later this year.

As New Zealand edges towards digital TV, households must choose between Freeview and SKY by Nov 2013 to keep their screens flickering.

2010 saw the emergence of LED and 3D technology in the commercial display market, with predictions for more growth in 2011.

Amid chaos, contact centres evolve, using strategic training to foster growth and transform customer service into a refined profession.

Businesses grapple with social media's dual role as a productivity tool and security risk in today's interconnected corporate world.