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Komprise launches Universal File MCP for AI data access
Data governance

Komprise launches Universal File MCP for AI data access

The new software aims to curb token waste and improve answer quality as enterprises connect AI models to sprawling, unstructured file stores.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 3 days ago
Iron Mountain wins first-time analyst nods for InSight DXP
Software-as-a-Service

Iron Mountain wins first-time analyst nods for InSight DXP

It boosts Iron Mountain's push into AI-ready records management as the platform gains broader analyst attention across document processing and analytics.

By Raphael Veloso • 4 min read • 5 days ago
AI pushes storage to the top of IT leaders' agenda
Hybrid Cloud

AI pushes storage to the top of IT leaders' agenda

Most firms are underprepared for AI as storage demands rise, with data quality and infrastructure now overtaking compute as the main bottlenecks.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Last month
The Hidden Data Quality Risks of Holding Data for Too Long
Data Protection

The Hidden Data Quality Risks of Holding Data for Too Long

Keeping stale records in active systems can distort reporting, raise security exposure and drive up storage costs for organisations.

By Bobby Joseph • 6 min read • Last month
AI drives enterprise storage demand as data piles up
Hybrid Cloud

AI drives enterprise storage demand as data piles up

Almost all firms are storing more because of AI, as archived data is being pulled back into use and storage costs climb.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Nasuni acquires DryvIQ to boost file data governance
Software-as-a-Service

Nasuni acquires DryvIQ to boost file data governance

The deal gives enterprises one platform to classify and govern unstructured files before using them in AI systems, reducing compliance risk.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Sat, 29th Aug 2026
Arcitecta launches Mediaflux Connect 365 for universities
Software-as-a-Service

Arcitecta launches Mediaflux Connect 365 for universities

Higher education institutions face mounting storage bills as Microsoft 365 Education moves to pooled limits, prompting a data rethink.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Aug 2026
Why data management will make or break your RISE with SAP migration
Data Protection

Why data management will make or break your RISE with SAP migration

Poor data housekeeping is adding cost, risk and delays to RISE with SAP projects, with some firms losing over EUR 100,000 a month.

By Phillip Miltiades • 5 min read • Wed, 26th Aug 2026
Data integration isn't enough: why healthcare data quality comes first
Data Protection

Data integration isn't enough: why healthcare data quality comes first

Incomplete records can lead to missed allergies, duplicate tests and wrong billing, making data quality more urgent than connectivity.

By Bobby Joseph • 5 min read • Tue, 25th Aug 2026
Ravical adds AI governance tools for accountancy firms
Software-as-a-Service

Ravical adds AI governance tools for accountancy firms

The update is designed to help firms verify tax advice against legislation, tighten governance and spot new revenue from existing clients.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Mon, 10th Aug 2026
Newgen named notable vendor in Forrester archiving report
Software-as-a-Service

Newgen named notable vendor in Forrester archiving report

AI tools are making archived records more valuable, as Forrester's latest landscape places Newgen among 26 vendors in a mature market.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Aug 2026
AvePoint launches AI data classification & recovery
Data Protection

AvePoint launches AI data classification & recovery

Pressure is mounting on businesses to secure AI data and recover faster after cyber incidents, as static labels and ad hoc restoration prove too slow.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Aug 2026
Iron Mountain names Del Giudice as ANZ Managing Director
Data Protection

Iron Mountain names Del Giudice as ANZ Managing Director

Demand for data management and AI services is rising in Australia and New Zealand, and Iron Mountain has hired Dominic Del Giudice to capitalise.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Jul 2026
VAST & AMD expand AI inference infrastructure tie-up
Semiconductors

VAST & AMD expand AI inference infrastructure tie-up

The tie-up is aimed at helping cloud providers cut inference costs and improve GPU efficiency as AI demand shifts beyond model training.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Mon, 27th Jul 2026

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Data lifecycle management stories

Storm named Orchestry's first Irish premium partner
Software-as-a-Service

Storm named Orchestry's first Irish premium partner

Irish businesses using Microsoft 365 may gain tighter control over data and permissions as Storm Technology joins Orchestry's top tier.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week
Preparing your data infrastructure for year-end demands
Disaster Recovery

Preparing your data infrastructure for year-end demands

Year-end reporting and AI growth are exposing costly data sprawl, as many firms struggle to safely retire legacy systems without disruption.

By Mark Christie • 5 min read • Last month
Equals picks Aiimi for DSAR compliance under UK GDPR
Software-as-a-Service

Equals picks Aiimi for DSAR compliance under UK GDPR

Rising complaint volumes and fines of up to GBP £17.5 million are pushing financial firms to automate data access requests under UK GDPR.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Aug 2026
The NHS Copilot rollout exposes the governance gap behind enterprise AI ambition
Data Protection

The NHS Copilot rollout exposes the governance gap behind enterprise AI ambition

Half a million NHS staff will get Copilot as leaders race to fix weak data controls and stop sensitive records surfacing in prompts.

By Richard Harbridge • 6 min read • Thu, 6th Aug 2026