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 355
MapR unveils partner programme as APAC growth skyrockets
Mon, 27th Jun 2016
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partner programmes
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mapr
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partners
MapR has launched a new global programme aimed at nurturing alliances with consultancies and software providers.
World leaders sign on for digital economy
Mon, 27th Jun 2016
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oecd
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digital economy
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digital skills
New Zealand is among countries across the world committing to work together to do more to seize the potential of the digital economy.
BYOD driving demand for SaaS-based IT security
Mon, 27th Jun 2016
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saas
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
The demand for SaaS-based IT security is increasing due to the rise in Bring Your Own Device policies, says Technavio.
Kiwi businesses: Be ready, and be agile
Fri, 24th Jun 2016
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cloud services
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huawei
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partners
The next stage of evolution is Cloud 3.0, which would herald Cloud Native applications & another significant change in how we are able to do business.
Why automated processes are essential
Fri, 24th Jun 2016
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it automation
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risk & compliance
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cfo
Finance directors and CFOs face growing responsibilities and risk burnout unless processes are automated, says Concur.
RSA security conference heads to Singapore
Fri, 24th Jun 2016
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cybersecurity
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rsa security
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intersec
RSA Conference APJ returns to Singapore this July, featuring over 50 sessions on information security policy and technology topics.
UE wireless speakers ups the ante with Siri & Google voice integration
Thu, 23rd Jun 2016
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digital entertainment
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google
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speakers
This latest integration amps up the possibilities of where you can take your music and how easily you can access it all.
Trend Micro ups its ransomware game
Thu, 23rd Jun 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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endpoint protection
Trend Micro reinforces commitment to protecting customers against ransomware, with 99% of threats blocked from email and web traffic.
Dell leads declining PC monitor market
Thu, 23rd Jun 2016
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network infrastructure
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
Despite a shrinking market, Dell holds its lead in global PC monitor sales with a 16.8% share, thanks to robust growth in Central-Eastern Europe and Canada.
Cloud-only policies to become the norm, hybrid to dominate
Thu, 23rd Jun 2016
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iaas
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cloud services
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analyst report
More and more companies are adopting cloud-only policies, with Gartner predicting that by 2020 they will be the norm.
Independence Day Resurgence: The critics aren't happy
Thu, 23rd Jun 2016
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reviews
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film review
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technology gifts
Sequel slump: 'Independence Day Resurgence' fails to ignite critic enthusiasm, with lacklustre charm and plot.
Enterprise spend on mobile app development remains low
Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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cloud services
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mobility
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analyst report
Enterprises keep tight rein on mobile app budgets, with Gartner reporting a mere 10% allocation despite growing demand and development pressures.
BYOD fuelling growth in workspace aggregator sector
Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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personal computing devices
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byod
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mobility
As BYOD policies gain traction, the workspace aggregator market is set to see a 12% spike, sparking a competitive tech scramble.
Cloud perimeter increasingly difficult to govern, according to CenturyLink
Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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hybrid cloud
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centurylink
CenturyLink advises that traditional methods of securing the corporate cloud perimeter are no longer effective in hybrid IT environments.
Aussie workers disinterested, survey finds
Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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it training
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workplace
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recruitment
New research has revealed Australian workers aren’t as engaged in the workplace as their employers would hope.
Kiwi and Aussie workers' security attitudes concerning, says ESET
Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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malware
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cybersecurity
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banking
Internet users in Australia and New Zealand are lacking in cybersecurity practices at home, according to ESET research.
Digital transformation driving ANZ spending on BPM
Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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digital transformation
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analyst report
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research director
Spending on business process management in Australia and New Zealand is set to rise as digital transformation drives interest in BPM platforms.
Fitbit unleashes new sleep features
Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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smartphones
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healthtech
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fitbit
Fitbit has launched new sleep tools to help users improve sleep consistency and overall health, in collaboration with sleep experts.
'Considerable' increase in security risks from advanced technologies
Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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hyperscale
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dc
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dlp
Increased use of social, mobility, analytics, and cloud technology has exposed organisations to data leakage and data breach situations due to misuse.
APAC dominating trillion dollar IoT market
Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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iot
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technavio
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industrial
Government support and increased pressure for digital transformation of traditional industries main drivers behind growth.