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 307
Cyber risk appetites: How hungry is your organisation?
Thu, 9th Jun 2016
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
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rsa security
A new RSA report outlines new framework designed to create stronger cybersecurity objectives by calculating the impact risk has on an organisation.
Onus on HR to shift into a digital mindset
Thu, 9th Jun 2016
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digital transformation
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hcm
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payroll systems
Some HR departments risk being unable to attract and retain top talent if they don't embrace digital approaches, according to WFS Australia.
Slight growth for global Ethernet switch and router market
Thu, 9th Jun 2016
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ethernet
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analyst report
Ethernet switch and router market sees modest lift, with strong Asia Pacific performance fueling a 1.4% global uptick in Q1 2023.
Preparing the business for end of financial year
Thu, 9th Jun 2016
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document management
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ecm
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martech
Konica Minolta advises businesses to use the end of the financial year to reinvigorate strategic direction and take advantage of tax breaks.
Kordia adds managed security service provider to title
Thu, 9th Jun 2016
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kordia
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alienvault
Kordia boosts cyber defence for Kiwi firms with new AlienVault security platform, tackling sophisticated threats head-on.
Swift growth expected in healthcare cyber security market
Thu, 9th Jun 2016
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
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cisco
The Asia Pacific healthcare cyber security market is expected to grow swiftly due to the rapid enhancements in the healthcare sector.
BREAKING: It's official - Sky, Vodafone to join forces
Thu, 9th Jun 2016
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uc
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sky
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partners
Following intense media speculation, Sky TV has officially confirmed it is planning to buy Vodafone New Zealand $3.44 billion. We have the details.
Manageability top concern for data center professionals
Wed, 8th Jun 2016
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storage
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hyperscale
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dc
Data storage management is ranked as the main concern for IT professionals, according to Tintri's 2016 State of Storage survey.
TechnologyOne nabs Tonga Power deal
Wed, 8th Jun 2016
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tonga power
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technologyone
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partners
TechnologyOne partners with Tonga Power to provide its OneEnergy enterprise solution, helping the company remain financially sustainable.
OKI strengthens channel leadership
Wed, 8th Jun 2016
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express data
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oki data
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ingram micro
OKI appoints Judy Wilson as channel manager for its Buying Groups business, responsible for managing and growing the channel.
Cyber insurance not always up to scratch
Wed, 8th Jun 2016
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Organisations warned to check cyber insurance for coverage of new social engineering email attacks #cybersecurity #insurance.
No more double digital growth for smartphone market
Wed, 8th Jun 2016
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analyst report
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technology gifts
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research director
Global smartphone sales look to have reached its peak, with new reports forecasting sales will no longer grow in double digits.
Sky TV, Vodafone NZ in merger talks
Wed, 8th Jun 2016
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uc
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sky
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partners
Following media speculation, Sky TV has confirmed it is in discussions with Vodafone NZ about a possible merger.
Taking advantage of managed services popularity
Wed, 8th Jun 2016
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partner programmes
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managed services
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comptia
IT service providers are being advised to take advantage of the popularity of managed services and cloud-based infrastructure, according to CompTIA.
Facebook Messenger gets diverse with new emoji collection
Tue, 7th Jun 2016
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emoji
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faceme
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police
Facebook has launched a new set of emojis for its Messenger app, featuring more skin tones and a range of women in 'great' roles.
Check Point warns against email scammers posing as utility bills
Tue, 7th Jun 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Ransomware spread via fake utility bills is being reported by the Check Point Incident Response Team. The campaign uses realistic looking emails.
Modular classrooms prove a hit
Tue, 7th Jun 2016
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edutech
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e-learning
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ministry of education
The Ministry's first new modular building has arrived in New Plymouth, receiving high praise from Vogeltown School.
Cloud migration: What's holding you back?
Tue, 7th Jun 2016
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software development
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cloud services
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centurylink
Perceived challenges are delaying migration to the cloud, but businesses must reassess their approach, says CenturyLink.
Adams marks rural broadband completion
Tue, 7th Jun 2016
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uc
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rural broadband initiative
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broadband
Phase 1 of New Zealand's Rural Broadband Initiative is complete, with 154 new cell towers built ahead of schedule.
Steady growth for global WLAN market, APAC strong
Tue, 7th Jun 2016
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cisco
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analyst report
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wan
The global wireless LAN market grew by 4.5% YoY in Q1 2016, with the enterprise segment experiencing its best growth in over a year.