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Microsoft partners with KPMG New Zealand - building on global $5 billion alliance
Public Cloud

Microsoft partners with KPMG New Zealand - building on global $5 billion alliance

Microsoft New Zealand has announced a local partnership with KPMG New Zealand, boosting innovation and digital transformation.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Sep 2021

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Accenture and Avanade named Leaders in IDC Microsoft implementation assessment
Microsoft

Accenture and Avanade named Leaders in IDC Microsoft implementation assessment

Because of the tight integration between Accenture and Avanade's capabilities for Microsoft services, the two companies were evaluated as a single entity.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Sep 2021
Databricks officially valued at $38 billion following latest funding round
Artificial Intelligence

Databricks officially valued at $38 billion following latest funding round

Databricks secures $1.6bn funding to accelerate innovation and adoption of the data lakehouse, reaching a $38bn valuation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Sep 2021
New spear phishing detection and response service launched for Microsoft 365
Phishing

New spear phishing detection and response service launched for Microsoft 365

SlashNext has launched its Email Detection and Response service for Microsoft 365, aiming to detect targeted attacks with accuracy.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Sep 2021
AusNet signs 5-year deal with Microsoft as it ramps up cloud and AI options
Data Analytics

AusNet signs 5-year deal with Microsoft as it ramps up cloud and AI options

Microsoft has announced a strategic partnership with AusNet Services, which has selected Azure as its preferred cloud platform.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 30th Aug 2021
Why IaaS security should be a priority
Cloud Security

Why IaaS security should be a priority

Cloud infrastructure in IaaS is projected to see a 38.5% spending increase this year alone, making it one of the fastest-growing cloud services.

By Jonathan Andresen • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Aug 2021
Rackspace Technology transforms cloud security with new offering
Cloud Security

Rackspace Technology transforms cloud security with new offering

Rackspace Technology launches Rackspace Elastic Engineering for Security, offering customers access to a pod of experts to address cybersecurity challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Aug 2021
Commvault brings on new vice president for Metallic in APJ
Software-as-a-Service

Commvault brings on new vice president for Metallic in APJ

Commvault has appointed Kelly Chan as area VP for Metallic sales in APJ, responsible for expanding the portfolio and partnerships in the region.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Aug 2021
Fortinet: Visibility, control and resiliency across clouds and workloads
Firewalls

Fortinet: Visibility, control and resiliency across clouds and workloads

The advantages of a consistent security policy across all clouds and workloads, according to Jon McGettigan, Fortinet ANZ Regional Director.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Aug 2021
How adopting a multi-cloud strategy can deliver significant business advantages
Hybrid Cloud

How adopting a multi-cloud strategy can deliver significant business advantages

Organisations are increasingly adopting a multi-cloud strategy, reaping benefits such as cost savings, agility, and flexibility. Effective management is key.

By Brad Drysdale • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Aug 2021
Kordia achieves Microsoft Gold Security Competency status
Public Cloud

Kordia achieves Microsoft Gold Security Competency status

Cybersecurity and connectivity company Kordia has become a certified Microsoft Gold Security Competency holder.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Aug 2021
Hitachi releases next-generation AI powered DataOps Suite
Data Analytics

Hitachi releases next-generation AI powered DataOps Suite

Hitachi Vantara has unveiled its Lumada DataOps Suite, designed to help businesses leverage data efficiently using AI.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Aug 2021
Top 5 cloud migration concerns revealed
Multi-cloud

Top 5 cloud migration concerns revealed

Organisations are embracing the cloud for competitive edge and customer experiences, not just operational efficiencies, says Next Pathway research.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Mon, 23rd Aug 2021
Starburst updates enterprise offering, extends support for data mesh architecture
Cybersecurity

Starburst updates enterprise offering, extends support for data mesh architecture

Starburst Enterprise release introduces new capabilities, improved connectivity, enhanced performance, and additional security features.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Aug 2021
Microsoft announces new equity investment in Rubrik
Partner Programmes

Microsoft announces new equity investment in Rubrik

The move will drive go-to-market activities to deliver integrated zero trust data protection solutions built on Microsoft Azure.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Aug 2021
Kaspersky Hybrid Cloud Security enhances protection for Linux and delivers security management as a service
DevOps

Kaspersky Hybrid Cloud Security enhances protection for Linux and delivers security management as a service

Kaspersky has updated its Hybrid Cloud Security solution, including hardening defences for Linux and extending protection for DevOps.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Aug 2021
The Magnificent 7: Critical functions that underpin every cybersecurity practice
Cybersecurity

The Magnificent 7: Critical functions that underpin every cybersecurity practice

With this approach, technology services providers can build a robust cybersecurity practice that protects their customers' businesses from cybercriminals.

By Gregg Lalle • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Aug 2021
How a packaging company minimised costs and improved security with Interactive
Security Information and Event Management

How a packaging company minimised costs and improved security with Interactive

Pact's mission to become a more sustainable company led it to pursue an approach in which technology was interwoven into every piece of their global footprint.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Aug 2021