About Shannon
Shannon Williams
Journalist
Shannon is a freelance editor and writer. As a professional content creator over the last ten years, Shannon has worked across many industries including tech, business and travel, in a variety of mediums including media, publishing, communications and social media. She has a knack for finding the right voice for her audience and relishes the opportunity to tell stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 334
Adaptability key to surviving increasingly competitive IT channel
Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
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digital transformation
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comptia
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innovation
There have been a number of major shifts in the channel in the past decade. Adaptability and flexibility is critical for channel players to survive.
Australian economy at risk of losing billions to cyber attacks
Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
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iot
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data privacy
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healthtech
Cyber attacks could cost Australia up to $16bn, according to a new study by specialist insurance firm Lloyd's. Sydney is the 12th most at-risk city.
Big changes over at Xero
Wed, 2nd Nov 2016
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fintech
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financial systems
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xero
Xero reshuffles for growth, aiming for $1bn revenue as key execs step down and new talents step in to streamline operations.
NZ Police extend Dimension Data partnership
Wed, 2nd Nov 2016
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dimension data
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telephony
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police
The extended partnership builds on the work Dimension Data is already doing with NZ Police across networking and other key programmes of work.
New crowdfunding platform to help Kiwi SMEs catch the eyes of Chinese investors
Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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crowdfunding
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renaissance wealth management
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crowdsphere
Crowdsphere launches, offers NZ SMEs a gateway to Chinese investment, enhancing capital raising with a focus on quality and compliance.
Acquisitions, portfolio expansion and data center investments drive Cloud-as-a-Service revenue
Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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private cloud
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hybrid cloud
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hyperscale
Cloud-as-a-Service revenue is increasing thanks to acquisitions, portfolio expansion, and data center investments, says TBR report.
Vendors upping their recruitment game to stay ahead in the DX arms race
Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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digital transformation
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it automation
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tbr
IT services vendors are hiring staff with multidisciplinary skills to support hybrid IT environments, says TBR report.
Device vendors gear up for the Singles’ Day sales event in China
Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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smartphones
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analyst report
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technology gifts
Chinese vendors are preparing for the popular Singles' Day event, often referred to as the Black Friday of the west.
CompTIA channel community celebrates growth across Australia and New Zealand
Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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comptia
CompTIA celebrates growth in Australia and NZ, with 410 premier members and over 1400 registered users in just over a year.
Facebook clamps down on bullying with updated Safety Centre
Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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facebook
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cyberbullying
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online safety
Facebook launches updated Safety Centre to improve user experience on the platform and provide resources on privacy controls and bullying prevention.
Security in the data center: Trust remains low
Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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document management
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ecm
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hyperscale
Concerns over the security of data stored in the cloud are increasing, according to the second annual SANS Institute Cloud Security Survey.
Airbnb enforces nondiscrimination commitment
Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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airbnb
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bias
Airbnb is enforcing a new agreement to combat racism, with users not accepting the new standards no longer able to host or book on the site.
The big IT question: Upgrade or replace?
Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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personal computing devices
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productivity
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crucial
Should organisations upgrade their computers or replace them altogether? A survey reveals a 50-50 split among IT professionals.
Spectrum NZ signs new reseller agreement with CA Technologies
Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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saas
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ca technologies
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spectrum
The deal sees Spectrum become the first organisation in New Zealand to offer CA Test Data Manager to its customers in a SaaS format.
Hawke’s Bay to host first-ever National Māori ICT Hui
Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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māori
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digital māori forum
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data sovereignty
National Māori ICT Hui announced for November, tackling ICT issues and aiming to bring more Māori into the industry.
The Note 7 embarrassment: How badly damaged is Samsung really?
Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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samsung
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samsung note
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analyst report
Samsung's long-term prospects remain bright despite short-term challenges, according to a survey on the Note 7 recall.
Cyber security a company-wide issue
Fri, 28th Oct 2016
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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risk management
Cyber security is longer just the responsibility of the IT department, and businesses who take this view do so at their own peril, expert says.
Xiaomi and Lenovo climb in India’s smart phone market as local players falter
Fri, 28th Oct 2016
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smartphones
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lenovo
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xiaomi
There is ongoing portfolio consolidation as local players change their product strategies, emphasising 4G-enabled models that are becoming mainstream.
Are Chinese vendors saving the global smartphone market?
Fri, 28th Oct 2016
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personal computing devices
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apple
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samsung
Chinese vendors propel global smartphone market to 6% growth in second straight quarter, countering declines by giants Samsung and Apple, says Canalys.
New survey ‘disappointing’ for Fitbit as Kiwis vote on their favourite electronics
Fri, 28th Oct 2016
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple and Samsung remain on top, while LG, Panasonic, Sony and The Warehouse's Veon proving popular with Kiwi consumers.