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 387
Cisco closes in on IoT with new Sydney innovation centre
Tue, 16th Feb 2016
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digital transformation
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iot
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cisco
Cisco earmarks $15M for Sydney IoT hub, backing innovation across smart tech sectors and projecting vast economic uplift.
New case study reveals benefits of BYOD collaboration in schools
Tue, 16th Feb 2016
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uc
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personal computing devices
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byod
BYOD programmes in classrooms are benefiting students, as they adapt learning to the increasingly mobile nature of technology.
Is social media the way to go in a crisis?
Tue, 16th Feb 2016
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facebook
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social media
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rebuild christchurch
During Christchurch's 5.7 earthquake, millions turned to Rebuild Christchurch on Facebook, illustrating social media's vital role in crisis communication.
Skyfii scores three-year data analytics Wi-Fi contract
Mon, 15th Feb 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Data services company Skyfii has won a three-year contract with Lederer Group, that will see it supply data analytics and Wi-Fi services.
Inside Info nabs Qlik Partner of the Year two years running
Mon, 15th Feb 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Inside Info named Qlik's ANZ Partner of the Year for second consecutive year. Over 120 active Qlik deployments across Australia.
Tracking privileged access vital, says Gartner
Mon, 15th Feb 2016
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pam
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analyst report
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research director
Unless organisations track and review privileged activity, they risk being blindsided by insider threats and errors that cause significant outages.
What the chief data officer role should look like
Mon, 15th Feb 2016
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chief data officer
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analyst report
The number of chief data officer roles in organisations has more than doubled, according to research by Gartner.
Social media campaign in remembrance of 2011 ChCh earthquake
Mon, 15th Feb 2016
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social media
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getbehindit
A new campaign is underway in remembrance of the fifth anniversary of the February 22nd 2011 Christchurch earthquake.
Security strategies under par, says experts
Mon, 15th Feb 2016
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risk & compliance
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healthtech
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rsm australia
Businesses need to up their security game, with advisory firm RSM Australia claiming security is becoming a spectator sport.
Kiwi teachers top professionalism report - calls to scrap charter schools follow
Mon, 15th Feb 2016
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nzei te riu roa
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new zealand principals’ federation
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retail
Kiwi teachers rank in the top four for professionalism, according to an OECD study, with only Russia, Estonia and Singapore scoring higher.
NZBA warning against Catphishing scams
Mon, 15th Feb 2016
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phishing
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email security
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new zealand bankers’ association
The New Zealand Bankers' Association warns online daters of catphishing scams, where fake romantics aim to steal your money and personal info.
Sexting: Is your kid doing it?
Mon, 15th Feb 2016
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uc
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telco
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netsafe
Sexting is the top concern for New Zealand parents, with the topic becoming the most-viewed on Vodafone's digi-parenting.co.nz site.
All clear: Vodafone, Spark lines good to go following ChCh quake
Mon, 15th Feb 2016
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uc
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chorus
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telco
New Zealand’s main telco companies scrambled yesterday to ensure network coverage was maintained following the earthquake in Christchurch yesterday.
Wake up call: IoT security not up to scratch
Mon, 15th Feb 2016
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iot
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Alarming Strategy Analytics report finds IoT security lax as firms grapple with data breaches and rising cyber threats.
APAC becoming the frontline for IoT, says expert
Fri, 12th Feb 2016
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iot
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sap
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communicasia
The Asia Pacific region is leading the way in the Internet of Things, with 8.6 billion connected devices, says SAP's CIO for Asia Pacific and Japan.
Kiwis not so shallow, according to finding love survey
Fri, 12th Feb 2016
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online dating
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colmar brunton
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valentine's day
New Zealanders value honesty and a sense of humor over good looks and intelligence in a romantic partner, says Colmar Brunton.
Cyber crims targeting Netflix users - watchout
Fri, 12th Feb 2016
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malware
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digital entertainment
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cybersecurity
New research from Symantec has revealed cyber criminals are targeting Netflix users on the back of the company's recent global expansion.
Pressure's on as digital transformation dominates 2016
Fri, 12th Feb 2016
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cloud services
The benefits of digital business relies more than just the adoption of technologies like cloud and mobile, according to ANZ CompTia.
Hate Valentine's? We show you how to block the soppy crap
Fri, 12th Feb 2016
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facebook
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social media
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twitter
Hide, unblock or unfriend any exes or former love interests whose happiness is going to make you depressed, angsty and listen to Kelly Clarkson.
Netflix and pepperoni - lazy man's guide to Valentine's Day
Fri, 12th Feb 2016
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digital entertainment
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netflix
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valentine's day
We’ve put together some wonderfully cheesy, hopelessly soppy films to get you in the the mood this Valentine's as you stuff your face with Cheezels.