About Shannon
Shannon Williams
News Editor
Shannon is an experienced journalist and editor with a strong interest in technology and the digital world. Her career spans a wide range of sectors, including tech, politics, tourism, transport and climate change, where she brings a sharp editorial eye and an ability to translate complex issues into clear, engaging stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 300
IT pros in retail must examine digital transformation strategies
Wed, 20th Jul 2016
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digital transformation
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analyst report
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retail
Retail IT leaders must innovate as IDC urges a shift in digital strategies to meet soaring consumer expectations for seamless shopping experiences.
BlackBerry Security Summit: IT decision makers concerned over mobile vulnerabilities
Wed, 20th Jul 2016
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
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byod
At BlackBerry Summit, 86% of execs voice mobile security fears, despite strategies in place, fearing breaches and productivity hits.
BlackBerry Security Summit: New strategies for the communication firm
Wed, 20th Jul 2016
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endpoint protection
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edr
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cybersecurity
BlackBerry's CEO opens the BlackBerry Security Summit in New York, addressing a packed crowd of security, mobility and IT professionals.
IN PICS: Inside the BlackBerry Security Summit 2016
Wed, 20th Jul 2016
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endpoint protection
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edr
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cybersecurity
At the BlackBerry Security Summit in NYC, experts gather to tackle today's pressing digital threats, unveiling the giant's strategic vision.
Increased data breaches fueling WLAN security spend
Wed, 20th Jul 2016
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cybersecurity
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cisco
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modernisation
An increase is WLAN infrastructure deployments and BYOD popularity are propelling growth in the WLAN security market.
Black Hat survey reveals critical security concerns facing enterprises
Tue, 19th Jul 2016
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cybersecurity
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black hat
The most notable trends are issues related to future threats, a decreasing workforce and neglected spending priorities.
$8 million put aside for Newmarket School
Mon, 18th Jul 2016
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edutech
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e-learning
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ministry of education
Government allocates $8m redevelopment funding for Newmarket School in Auckland as part of plan to accommodate growing roll.
Is the Internet of Things officially mainstream?
Mon, 18th Jul 2016
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uc
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iot
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industrial
Vodafone's IoT Barometer Report shows that 76% of companies see the Internet of Things as vital for their success.
Nikki Kaye speaks: Progressing 21st Century school infrastructure
Mon, 18th Jul 2016
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edutech
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e-learning
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schools
I thought it may be useful to give you an update on where we are at with the wider education portfolio, including digital infrastructure.
Spark launches new data offering in response to 'gaming fever'
Fri, 15th Jul 2016
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gaming
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uc
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data analytics
Spark's 2GB GO offering thrills gamers, doubling data for half the price during school hols amidst a Pokemon Go craze.
Security software on the rise, despite collective decline for top vendors
Fri, 15th Jul 2016
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cybersecurity
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symantec
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ibm
The global security software market is on the rise, despite large vendors such as Symantec and Intel experiencing below-market growth.
Research reveals data center hardware vendors facing continued negative disruption
Fri, 15th Jul 2016
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hyperscale
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dc
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cisco
Data center hardware vendors are facing disruption from software-led customer prioritisation, according to TBR.
Centralising admin vital to business success
Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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martech
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marketing
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teradata
Businesses are being advised to centralise administration tasks to better focus on strategic and creative efforts that contribute to business success.
Will your organisation make it through digital transformation?
Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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modernisation
A new survey from Gartner reveals that the majority of IT professionals are unsure how their organizations will navigate digital transformation.
Microsoft on the value of building and nurturing strategic partnerships
Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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microsoft
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wpc
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partners
Access to other partners in the Microsoft Partner Network can lead to business growth and increased profitability, says Sharon Lee from Microsoft.
New global channel chief to lead Dell+EMC
Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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network infrastructure
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emc
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dell technologies
John Byrne steps up as Dell+EMC's global channel chief, vowing to lead a unification of the tech giants' channel strategies.
Is the 'smart office' the way of the future?
Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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digital transformation
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wireless networks
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cloud services
Businesses that fail to adopt 'smart office' technology risk falling behind in terms of productivity and competitiveness, says Konica Minolta.
ComCom officially weighs in on Vodafone/Sky merger
Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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uc
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commerce commission
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sky
The Commerce Commission has released its preliminary issues statement on the Vodafone/Sky merger, a deal that seeks to blend telecom and TV services in NZ.
Encouraging customer confidence in the Microsoft Cloud
Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
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microsoft
Microsoft is urging businesses to embrace cloud and hybrid solutions securely on their digital transformation journeys.
MYOB praises digital tech curriculum announcement
Wed, 13th Jul 2016
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edutech
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fintech
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financial systems
Cloud accounting software provider MYOB has praised the New Zealand government's decision to include digital technology in the school curriculum.