Stories by Sam - Page 18
Xero completes two year data migration to Amazon Web Services
Tue, 29th Nov 2016
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New Zealand-based accounting software company Xero has completed a two-year transition to Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud infrastructure.
IN PICS: Motorola Solutions Hackathon in Brisbane, Australia
Tue, 29th Nov 2016
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The event was held in in association with Telstra and Amazon Web Services and aimed at developing public safety-based apps.
Actifio and Charles Taylor partner up to benefit tech insurance sector
Tue, 29th Nov 2016
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Traditional approaches to data management such as backup, disaster recovery, test and application development have become unsustainable.
NetApp appoints new managing director for ANZ market
Tue, 29th Nov 2016
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Glenn McPherson appointed as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, replacing Steve Manley, says NetApp spokesperson.
Gartner dubs Fujitsu a visionary vendor in Magic Quadrant
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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Fujitsu named a top provider of end-to-end IoT solutions by Gartner, highlighting their extensive experience in the field.
New early threat warning service for companies to roll out globally in 2017
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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ESET launches Threat Intelligence service for real-time threat alerts and analysis, available globally in 2017.
Taiwan a regular target of cyber espionage
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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network security
Taiwan faces sustained cyber attacks, with officials and energy firms targeted by espionage campaign, reports Palo Alto Networks.
Xero takes home NZ international business award
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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Xero wins Excellence in Leadership award at New Zealand Business Awards. CEO Rod Drury accepts and emphasizes company's commitment to social challenges.
IN PICS: Nutanix hosts X tour for partners and customers in Aussie
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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Nutanix has showcased its latest IT innovations at 'X Tours' in Brisbane and Melbourne, eyeing a quadruple growth in its ANZ business within three years.
Cyber crims targeting Aussie companies with Microsoft OneDrive accounts
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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Cyber-criminals are exploiting Microsoft OneDrive for Business accounts to spread malware in Australian companies, says new research by Forcepoint.
Mangawhai to Sydney to mainland USA - NZ's fourth international cable on its way
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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network infrastructure
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New Zealand's fourth international cable build, the Hawaiki cable, has begun construction, aiming to increase internet speed and connectivity.
Quantum Computer embraces SDN with Brocade in Shanghai
Fri, 25th Nov 2016
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Quanta Computer deploys Brocade-powered IP networks at factories, simplifying operations at network edge and data center.
Westcon-Comster bolsters Aussie leadership team with three appointments
Fri, 25th Nov 2016
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Westcon-Comstor strengthens Australian executive team with three new appointments, including Chris Apthorpe as Vendor Alliances Director.
Is Samsung about to sell its PC business?
Fri, 25th Nov 2016
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It was only a couple months ago that Samsung sold its printer business to HP for more than $1 Billion - and soon its PC business could be gone too.
TechCollect calls for Australian companies to recycle e-waste
Fri, 25th Nov 2016
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TechCollect calls on Australian businesses to recycle their e-waste on 'Waste Not, Want Not' day, promoting sustainability.
New CSPs bulk up the Equinix Cloud Exchange in Australia
Fri, 25th Nov 2016
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Over 20 new Australian Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) are now offering direct connectivity to enterprises via the Equinix Cloud Exchange.
Former NZME exec to head MYOB's NZ operations
Fri, 25th Nov 2016
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accounting systems
Carolyn Luey, formerly of NZME, takes the helm of MYOB's NZ division, eyeing innovation and local business success.
Execs and IT pros show 'significant disconnect' with disaster recovery
Thu, 24th Nov 2016
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C-level executives and IT professionals have a significant disconnect when it comes to disaster recovery, says Evolve IP survey.
Pizza drone deliveries are a thing now - Kiwi customer gets first taste
Wed, 23rd Nov 2016
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In a world first, a Peri-Peri Chicken Pizza and a Chicken and Cranberry Pizza have been dropped off to a customer in Whangaparoa.
Industrial automation behind tech spending growth in APAC, researcher says
Wed, 23rd Nov 2016
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In the APeJ region, IDC forecasts tech spending in manufacturing will hit USD $36 billion by 2020, driven by industrial automation and efficiency gains.