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 220
IT service management remains effective in remote working environments - survey
Mon, 20th Jul 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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manageengine
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itsm
72% of IT professionals say IT service management remains effective in remote working, according to a survey by ManageEngine.
Google announces G Suite integrated workplace, new security features
Mon, 20th Jul 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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google
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wfh
Google Cloud has announced a new G Suite integrated workspace that combines Gmail, Google Chat and Google Meet.
Citrix and Microsoft expand partnership to accelerate 'workplace of the future'
Thu, 16th Jul 2020
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virtualisation
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uc
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daas
Citrix and Microsoft to collaborate on flexible working solutions to meet the demands of the post-COVID workplace.
Infor adds 35 new channel partners across APAC
Thu, 16th Jul 2020
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saas
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partner programmes
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supply chain
Infor adds 35 new partners in Asia Pacific region to expand its cloud-based software offerings and cater to growing demand for industry-specific solutions.
Global IT spending plunges, but will have faster recovery - Gartner
Wed, 15th Jul 2020
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iaas
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it budget
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analyst report
Global IT spending is projected to decline by 7.3% in 2020 to reach $3.5 trillion, but will recover faster than the economy, says Gartner.
Employers to allow staff to continue working remotely - Gartner
Wed, 15th Jul 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
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organisational culture
82% of employers plan to permit remote working some of the time as employees return to the workplace, according to research from Gartner.
Samsung named top brand in Asia Pacific for 9th consecutive year
Wed, 15th Jul 2020
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apple
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samsung
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technology gifts
Samsung Electronics has been named Asia's most popular brand for the ninth year running due to its investment in innovation, according to a report.
Vodafone New Zealand rolls out 800G technology with Ciena
Wed, 15th Jul 2020
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Vodafone New Zealand becomes the first provider in the country to deploy 800G technology, enabling high data capacity and faster speeds.
Robot-related services powered by cloud computing to soar - research
Tue, 14th Jul 2020
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robots
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iot
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microsoft
Cloud-powered robot services could generate USD $157.8 billion annually by 2030, boosts mobile robotics across verticals, says ABI Research.
Cloudian launches operations in Australia and New Zealand
Thu, 9th Jul 2020
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storage
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cloud storage
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enterprise storage
Cloudian aims to bolster its local team and partner network in the region and has already signed distribution agreements with Exclusive Networks and NEXTGEN.
Australians struggling with information overload as they move to remote working in wake of COVID-19
Thu, 9th Jul 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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healthtech
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opentext
Australians grapple with digital fatigue as remote working becomes the norm, with 34% feeling inadequately equipped, new OpenText research reveals.
CenturyLink expands cloud alliance with Dell and VMware in Asia Pacific
Thu, 9th Jul 2020
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virtualisation
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network infrastructure
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hybrid cloud
CenturyLink has expanded its global cloud alliance with Dell Technologies and VMware to offer a hybrid cloud solution in Asia Pacific.
Juniper Networks named Leader in data centre and cloud networking by Gartner
Thu, 9th Jul 2020
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healthtech
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juniper networks
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modernisation
Juniper Networks named Leader in Gartner's 2020 Magic Quadrant for Data Center and Cloud Networking for third consecutive year.
D-Link ANZ extends free Nuclias Cloud Managed Network Solution subscription
Thu, 9th Jul 2020
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partner programmes
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d-link
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subscriptions
D-Link ANZ extends free Nuclias Cloud Managed Network Solution device subscriptions until 30 September 2020 to support MSPs during the COVID-19 recovery.
Chorus commissions new core routers as part of $50m network investment
Wed, 8th Jul 2020
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uc
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chorus
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ufb
Chorus completes build of two core Ethernet switches in Auckland as part of $50m network investment to increase capacity and support broadband retailers.
Double digit growth expected for big data analytics market - report
Wed, 8th Jul 2020
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Big Data Analytics (BDA) market set for double-digit growth in post-pandemic era, reaching $68.09bn by 2025, says Frost - Sullivan.
Amazon announces $400,000 worth of grant packages for Australian startups and SMBs
Wed, 8th Jul 2020
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amazon
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smb
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mentorship
Amazon Australia has introduced the Amazon Launchpad Innovation Grants to recognize innovation by Australian startups and SMBs.
Lack in data skills creating greater challenges at work - report
Tue, 7th Jul 2020
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
A new report reveals that 92% of employees believe they'd perform better with increased data literacy, while 89% face challenges due to a lack of data skills.
Device authentication services to reach $8.4 billion by 2026 in response to IoT cybersecurity
Mon, 6th Jul 2020
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iot
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
ABI Research predicts that there will be over 23 billion IoT connections by 2026, leading to a surge in investment in secure authentication technologies.
Modern applications helping organisations succeed during pandemic
Mon, 6th Jul 2020
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virtualisation
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devops
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digital transformation
Modern applications have helped businesses adapt and maintain agility during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a report by VMware.