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Unified Communications

Familiar face returns to Microsoft NZ as enterprise director

No stranger to Microsoft, Bain spent seven years at the tech giant working with both enterprise customers and partners.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 5th May 2020

Customer Relationship Management

Retailers struggling to meet customer expectations during COVID-19

A new study shows omnichannel retailers outperforming pure play online firms in Australia during COVID-19, but all struggle with stock and delivery issues.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 5th May 2020

Westcon-Comstor

You're Invited: Westcon Imagine 2020 Virtual comes to you

Mark your calendars for Thursday, 14th May, as Westcon Imagine 2020 Virtual brings industry leaders and captivating discussions straight to your screen.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 4th May 2020

Open source

Time series database vendor expands into APAC

InfluxData's new strategic partnerships include Australian reseller Intellify and will support increased demand for InfluxDB across the region.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2020

Software Development

Chch company launches free contact tracing app for businesses

Businesses receive a poster with a QR code that customers can scan to register as visiting the premises to help stop the spread of COVID-19.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2020

Multi-cloud

Cloud print services becoming an inevitable future

Almost three-quarters of organisations expect to adopt cloud print management by 2025, and many are adopting a multicloud strategy.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2020

Digital Transformation

Interview: Base 2 head discusses digital transformation during pandemic

Base 2's Greg Sharp highlights the urgent need for SMBs to invest in digital transformation during the COVID-19 crisis to ensure business continuity.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2020

Partner Programmes

Empired secures multimillion-dollar digital services contract with Western Power

Empired has won GBP £61 million in contracts with Western Power to provide digital services for up to seven years, enhancing infrastructure and IT.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Apr 2020

Phishing

Cyber criminals continue to capitalise on COVID-19

Retarus has released an anti-phishing guide to help businesses combat the increased cyberattacks during the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Apr 2020

Recruitment

Cohesity names new sales director for Australia New Zealand

Velo Petrov becomes regional sales director for Cohesity's Australia and New Zealand business, enhancing data management in the region.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Apr 2020

Education, Learning & Training

Y Soft launches 3D printing solutions for education providers

Y Soft has unveiled new 3D printing solutions for schools, featuring premium 3D lessons and an affordable 3D/2D EDU bundle to bolster STEAM education.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2020

Cybersecurity

Accenture named Leader in managed security MarketScape

In IDC's Asia/Pacific Managed Security Services 2020 Vendor Assessment, Accenture was recognised for its approach to both industry and customers.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2020

Supply Chain

Micro Focus outlines CSR plan for the future

Micro Focus debuts INSPIRE, its forward-looking CSR programme, aiming to foster an equitable, sustainable, and socially responsible corporate culture globally.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2020

Fintech

Xero rolls out updates to empower SMEs hit by COVID-19

Xero updates software to help Australian small businesses access JobKeeper payments and navigate government processes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Apr 2020

Internet of Things

Software AG looks to triple IoT channel coverage in ANZ

Software AG aims to triple its IoT channel in Australia and New Zealand by 2020, driven by new partnerships and enhanced software capabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Apr 2020

Lenovo

Lenovo devices group changes up distribution strategy

Maintains Ingram Micro and Dicker Data as commercial disties across ANZ. Drops Synnex for commercial in AU, but retains for consumer across ANZ.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Apr 2020

EduTech

What will stop COVID-19 cyber attacks? Technology and education

As COVID-19 cyber attacks rise, Wavelink underscores the imperative of advanced technology and robust education to mitigate risks and safeguard businesses.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2020

Network Infrastructure

Digital Realty powers on third Singapore data center

Digital Realty launches its third data center in Singapore, adding 50 megawatts of power and 34,000 sq.m of space to support the region's digital economy.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Apr 2020

Supply Chain

Exclusive: An industry in Lockdown – NZ's IT disties comment

ChannelLife has collected comments from eight national managers of IT distributors about how they are managing life under lockdown.

By Ben Moore • 6 min read • Wed, 15th Apr 2020

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Autism

Autistic IT consultants to provide value to Woolworths

auticon, employing autistic IT consultants, teams up with Woolworths for a 6-month pilot to enhance software delivery, fostering inclusive employment practices.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Apr 2020