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Kiwi Stories

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Ingram Micro NZ scores exclusive distribution rights to Fitbit
Wearables

Ingram Micro NZ scores exclusive distribution rights to Fitbit

According to Ingram Micro NZ, the move reflects its focus on offering market-leading brands to all of its partners.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd May 2018
Jacinda Ardern set to make 'world-first' event appearance as a hologram
Holographics

Jacinda Ardern set to make 'world-first' event appearance as a hologram

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern will make a pioneering appearance as a hologram at Techweek, becoming the world's first national leader to do so.

By Patrick Martlew • 1 min read • Fri, 18th May 2018

Global Stories

Written by Patrick

Synergy reports record-breaking Q1 capex spend for big cloud providers
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

Synergy reports record-breaking Q1 capex spend for big cloud providers

Hyperscale operators' Q1 capex soared to USD $27 billion, driven by immense outlays from Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Apple, and Facebook, says Synergy Research.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Tue, 29th May 2018
AWS adds new smart scheduling functionality to Alexa
Unified Communications

AWS adds new smart scheduling functionality to Alexa

The 'Alexa Smart Scheduling Assistant' is designed to help users schedule 1:1 meetings with multiple participants.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Mon, 28th May 2018
Honeywell's 'Mobility Edge' platform hits the ANZ market
Edge Computing

Honeywell's 'Mobility Edge' platform hits the ANZ market

the new offering includes common hardware architecture and a suite of tools designed to support future mobility solutions.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Fri, 25th May 2018
Stability on the horizon for the global PC and tablet market, according to Canalys
Gaming

Stability on the horizon for the global PC and tablet market, according to Canalys

Global PC and tablet market shipments to fall 2.1% this year, but Canalys says the decline is slowing, indicating potential long-term stability.

By Patrick Martlew • 3 min read • Fri, 25th May 2018
Veritas taps ex-VMware talent to lead APJ channel sales
Veritas

Veritas taps ex-VMware talent to lead APJ channel sales

Brian Higgins will lead the overall APJ channel strategy, tasked with growing the company's local partner ecosystem.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Thu, 24th May 2018
Exclusive Interview: Oracle on cloud ERP in ANZ
Open source

Exclusive Interview: Oracle on cloud ERP in ANZ

General manager for ERP/EPM Saas John Leonard talks about how ANZ organisations are adopting ERP and how AI will make an impact on the technology.

By Patrick Martlew • 8 min read • Thu, 24th May 2018
Why antivirus peace of mind doesn't have to cost you… anything
Malware

Why antivirus peace of mind doesn't have to cost you… anything

Bitdefender Antivirus Free offers robust, real-time protection against the latest threats, keeping your PC secure without costing you a penny.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Thu, 24th May 2018
Tableau partners with Swinburne University on new analytics course
EduTech

Tableau partners with Swinburne University on new analytics course

The course is positioned as a method for increasing the digital literacy of students in a range of professions.

By Patrick Martlew • 3 min read • Thu, 24th May 2018
Pure Storage unveils brand new global partner program
Storage

Pure Storage unveils brand new global partner program

The new program will include new training, certifications, support and incentives for the company's global partner base.

By Patrick Martlew • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd May 2018
DXC Red Rock looking for NZ analytics leadership after M-Power acquisition
Data Analytics

DXC Red Rock looking for NZ analytics leadership after M-Power acquisition

The company says the opportunity to employ an 'experienced consulting leader' has come about as a result of the M-Power acquisition.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd May 2018
Vocus picks up ex-Telstra executive as new CEO
Unified Communications

Vocus picks up ex-Telstra executive as new CEO

Vocus has named ex-Telstra exec Kevin Russell as new CEO, starting 28 May 2018, with a GBP £1.1 million salary and incentives. Mark Callander joins the board.

By Patrick Martlew • 3 min read • Mon, 21st May 2018
THAT'S A WRAP: the highlights from the 2018 CeBIT Australia exhibition
Internet of Things

THAT'S A WRAP: the highlights from the 2018 CeBIT Australia exhibition

Sydney's CeBIT Australia 2018 wrapped up last week, showcasing cutting-edge tech innovations from over 200 exhibitors and drawing record attendance.

By Patrick Martlew • 4 min read • Mon, 21st May 2018
AI dominating twitter mentions from top influencers during Q1 2018, says GlobalData
Data Analytics

AI dominating twitter mentions from top influencers during Q1 2018, says GlobalData

GlobalData says AI is way ahead of other disruptive technologies in terms of influencer mentions with over 25% share of overall discussions.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Fri, 18th May 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Written by Patrick

ActiveImage lands in Australia with new Sydney office
Disaster Recovery

ActiveImage lands in Australia with new Sydney office

Ex-StorageCraft talent, Richard Giddey, has also been named as ActiveImage vice president for the Asia Pacific region.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd May 2018
TechnologyOne ink multi-million-dollar contract extension with Moreton Bay Regional Council
Software-as-a-Service

TechnologyOne ink multi-million-dollar contract extension with Moreton Bay Regional Council

TechnologyOne extends its 20-year partnership with Moreton Bay Regional Council, penning an eight-year deal to implement their OneCouncil SaaS solution.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Mon, 21st May 2018