About Sara
Sara Barker
Copywriter and Senior News Editor
Sara lives in a world of words and stories. For more than six years she has been delving deep into the rich world of tech news, content creation, journalism and reviews for Techday. She brings an academic background in information systems, marketing, radio, and journalism to her role. She enjoys casual gaming, cats, and reading.
FYI, this is an ex-employee of TechDay.
Stories by Sara - Page 6
Digital capabilities reshaping the future of facility management
Thu, 19th Aug 2021
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motorola solutions
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smart building
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building
Rhys Clare explains how building managers and stadium operators can leverage technology for every patron's benefit.
StarWind Software launches enterprise-grade HCA powered by Intel
Mon, 16th Aug 2021
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converged infrastructure
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intel
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hci
Introducing StarWind's new hyperconverged appliance, offering affordable and scalable all-flash solutions for enterprises and SMEs. Find out more.
TCL's NXTWEAR G Smart Glasses bring home theatre direct to your eyeballs
Thu, 12th Aug 2021
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wearables
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
If you thought you’d seen the last of wearables like Google Glass and its ilk, consumer electronics company TCL wants to have the last laugh.
You're invited: She Sharp presents Women in Data & Analytics on August 24th
Wed, 11th Aug 2021
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
The event will feature a panel with the experts, a hands-on workshop on Microsoft Power BI, and the opportunity to gain valuable career advice.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Radware examines the DragonForce threat group's hacktivism campaigns
Tue, 10th Aug 2021
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cybersecurity
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radware
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apt
Radware's head of research, Daniel Smith, discusses the DragonForce threat group and how organizations can protect themselves.
Netsafe works with global tech giants to address online harm in NZ
Fri, 6th Aug 2021
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google
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facebook
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twitter
Facebook, Google, TikTok, and Twitter are joining Netsafe to develop a code of practice for online safety in New Zealand.
Why a US company called Framework could change laptop design forever
Thu, 5th Aug 2021
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personal computing devices
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mobility
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tablets & laptops
Framework believes the consumer electronics industry is completely broken - so it's starting a laptop revolution.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Yubico on the reality of a passwordless future
Wed, 4th Aug 2021
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passwordless
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cybersecurity
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passwords
Yubico VP Geoff Schomburgk discusses the possibility of a passwordless future and what Yubico offers to Australia and New Zealand. #ITsecurity #Yubico.
Ingram Micro Showcase packs its bags for a roadtrip across NZ
Wed, 4th Aug 2021
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ingram micro
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distributors
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ingram micro showcase
Ingram Micro's annual Showcase hits the road, stopping at 10 cities across New Zealand. Find out more about the tech event here.
CERT NZ urges businesses to disable Remote Desktop Protocol due to cyber risks
Mon, 2nd Aug 2021
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malware
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uc
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ransomware
According to CERT NZ, most ransomware attacks can be traced back, in part, to poorly configured remote access systems.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Torutek?
Fri, 30th Jul 2021
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surveillance
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biometrics
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iot
We speak to CEO Chris Yu to learn about Torutek, a New Zealand-based software firm harnessing the power of AI, IoT, and facial recognition.
Win a Mearth S Pro electric scooter courtesy of StorageCraft, an Arcserve company
Thu, 29th Jul 2021
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arcserve
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storagecraft
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retailers
Enter a crossword competition and you could win one of five Mearth S Pro electric scooters valued at AU$999.00.
Interview: Mobile Mentor's take on what it means to be an award-winning Microsoft partner
Wed, 28th Jul 2021
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mdm
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healthtech
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personal computing devices
Mobile Mentor, a New Zealand-founded company, has been named the global 2021 Microsoft Partner of the Year for Modern Endpoint Management.
Interview: The master plan behind Hyland's Nuxeo & Alfresco acquisitions
Tue, 27th Jul 2021
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alfresco
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content creation
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hyland
Enterprise content management (ECM) and content services provider Hyland thrives on grabbing the right opportunities for its evolution.
The unintended consequences of cyber attacks
Mon, 26th Jul 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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ai security
DarkSide ransomware group's miscalculated cyber attack on Colonial Pipeline had disastrous consequences, leading to global gas shortages and their own downfall.
Sysdig eyes up DevOps security capabilities through Apolicy acquisition
Mon, 26th Jul 2021
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devops
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application security
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apm
Sysdig plans to enhance its DevOps capabilities by acquiring cloud-native app development firm Apolicy for an undisclosed sum.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is commercetools?
Fri, 23rd Jul 2021
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martech
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commerce systems
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commercetools
We chatted to commercetools territory director Joshua Emblin to learn about commercetools and modern commerce trends in ANZ.
Sony gears up to release new home theatre and soundbars for more advanced surround sound
Fri, 23rd Jul 2021
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smart home
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digital entertainment
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sony
Sony has unveiled its new home theatre and soundbar systems, which promise to bring the bass and multi-dimensional sound to every corner of a room.
Interview: Infosys CISO Vishal Salvi on cybersecurity and Cyber Defence Centres
Thu, 22nd Jul 2021
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cybersecurity
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strategy
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infosys
We spoke to CISO Vishal Salvi to learn more about the company's approach to cybersecurity and what it means for customers.
Massey University's School of Aviation 'takes off' with Microsoft technology
Tue, 20th Jul 2021
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uc
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digital transformation
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martech
Learning to fly is an exhilarating experience. At Massey University’s School of Aviation, It’s about as hands-on as you can get.