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Nimble Storage and Lenovo form data center super group

Wed, 19th Oct 2016
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Nimble Storage joins forces with Lenovo to revamp data centres, promising a new era of efficiency and predictive analytics-led infrastructure.
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Kiwi businesses keen to invest in robotics and automation

Wed, 19th Oct 2016
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4 in 10 NZ businesses plan to invest in robotics & automation within the next year, according to Alleasing. Auckland leads the charge.
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Software AG latest match up to offer an 'open ecosystem' for partners

Mon, 17th Oct 2016
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The company also mentions that the scalability of the Bosch IoT cloud is a key element in offering an open ecosystem for many different partners.
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Hortonworks latest collab ups cloud innovation game for customers

Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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Hortonworks has partnered with Microsoft to update its Azure HDInsight Hadoop Cloud solution, providing faster query speeds and enhanced security.
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Artificial intelligence: Leveraging machines to dissect ransomware DNA

Thu, 22nd Sep 2016
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A new era in cybersecurity, as AI outwits ransomware and predicts attacks, transforming the digital defence game.
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New chief for Victoria Uni cybersecurity partner

Tue, 13th Sep 2016
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NZX COO Mandy Simpson becomes CEO of Cyber Toa, partnering with Victoria University to strengthen NZ's cyber resilience.
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HPE addresses industry change with channel at its core

Tue, 13th Sep 2016
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Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) announces expansion of partner program and introduction of new services and solutions.
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HP introduces 54 new business printing devices

Tue, 13th Sep 2016
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HP is the undisputed powerhouse of A4 printing, and they're now determined and aggressive with their A3 ambitions. Watch out competitors.
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Dell sets official date for EMC acquisition

Wed, 31st Aug 2016
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Dell's acquisition of EMC, creating Dell Technologies, will officially close on September 7th following regulatory approval by China's MOFCOM.
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New CEO to guide Hills 'back to growth'

Mon, 29th Aug 2016
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Hills COO David Lenz will take over the CEO role from Grant Logan this week, as the distie moves from 'back to basics' to 'back to growth'.
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Exclusive: Intergen talks DX, managed services and building success

Mon, 22nd Aug 2016
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A push into enterprise managed services and demand for digital transformation are propelling Intergen to new growth.
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Maori and Pacific youth targeted for ICT jobs

Mon, 15th Aug 2016
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High Tech Youth aims to revolutionise NZ's tech scene by 2020 by harnessing Maori and Pacific youth potential in ICT jobs.
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Emerson sells Network Power business in US$4 billion deal

Fri, 5th Aug 2016
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Emerson has sold its Network Power business, which provides technology and services to the data center market, in a US$4 billion deal.
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New ANZ managing director for Avaya as transformation continues

Fri, 5th Aug 2016
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Avaya has appointed a new managing director - its fourth since 2014 - as the company beds in its local 'transformation'.
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Vodafone unveils high-tech 'workplace of the future'

Mon, 1st Aug 2016
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Vodafone has officially opened its new Christchurch-based South Island headquarters - the 'most technologically advanced office workplace in NZ'.
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Ingram Micro's Lenovo team changes the game and snubs one-size-fits-all model

Wed, 20th Jul 2016
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Instead of the classic 'buy this amount and get one free' promo, Ingram Lenovo pride themselves on unique and exciting initiatives.
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Seagate expects $2.6 billion HDD revenue, plans to cut jobs

Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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Seagate expects to report approximately $2.65 billion in revenue for it's fiscal fourth quarter and year-end 2016, driven by its HDD shipments.
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Fortinet data center security effectiveness near perfect, report finds

Wed, 13th Jul 2016
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Fortinet has achieved a near-perfect 99.9% rating in NSS Labs' latest data centre Intrusion Prevention System test, excelling in both security and value.
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Cyber security a 'human problem', says Origin IT

Wed, 13th Jul 2016
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New Zealand businesses are not doing enough to protect themselves against cyber attacks due to the actions of their own employees, according to Origin IT.
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Avast acquires AVG for $1.3billion

Fri, 8th Jul 2016
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Avast Software has just announced its acquisition of fellow industry pioneer, security provider and long time rival AVG Technologies.