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AirDroid Business launches innovative Windows patch feature
Storage

AirDroid Business launches innovative Windows patch feature

AirDroid Business has launched a Windows Patch Management feature to streamline IT management, enhance security, and aid regulatory compliance for enterprises.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Schools rethink IT strategy amidst Microsoft price hike
Software-as-a-Service

Schools rethink IT strategy amidst Microsoft price hike

Schools are re-evaluating their IT strategies following a 45% price hike in Microsoft 365 subscriptions, prompting a shift towards alternatives like Synology Office Suite.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025
AvePoint enhances platform to boost MSPs' data security
Software-as-a-Service

AvePoint enhances platform to boost MSPs' data security

AvePoint has launched an upgraded Elements platform to enhance operational efficiency and data security for Managed Service Providers, targeting a booming cybersecurity market.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Thales introduces new FIDO lifecycle management solution
Digital Transformation

Thales introduces new FIDO lifecycle management solution

Thales has unveiled its OneWelcome FIDO Key Lifecycle Management solution, aiding large organisations in deploying and managing FIDO security passkeys efficiently.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Vertiv appoints Cynthia Lush as associate channel director
Digital Transformation

Vertiv appoints Cynthia Lush as associate channel director

Vertiv has appointed Cynthia Lush as Associate Channel Director for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to enhance strategic initiatives amid growing demand for digital solutions.

By Moritz Florian • 1 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025
ControlUp for Apps boosts SaaS management & security
Software-as-a-Service

ControlUp for Apps boosts SaaS management & security

ControlUp has launched ControlUp for Apps, a new tool aimed at boosting the Digital Employee Experience by enhancing management of SaaS and web applications.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
Skills gap in public sector IT fuels outsourcing reliance
EduTech

Skills gap in public sector IT fuels outsourcing reliance

A mere 4% of public sector IT professionals believe graduates are fit for real-world roles, revealing a stark skills gap affecting project delivery.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
SolarWinds to be acquired by Turn/River for USD $4.4bn
Hybrid Cloud

SolarWinds to be acquired by Turn/River for USD $4.4bn

SolarWinds has struck a deal to be acquired by Turn/River Capital for around USD $4.4 billion, offering shareholders a premium of 35% per share.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sun, 9th Feb 2025
Vonahi Security earns CREST certification in Australasia
Firewalls

Vonahi Security earns CREST certification in Australasia

Vonahi Security has secured CREST accreditation in Australasia, joining a network of 300 certified providers, enhancing its automated penetration testing services.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
Ben Henshall appointed SUSE GM for Australia & NZ
Open source

Ben Henshall appointed SUSE GM for Australia & NZ

SUSE has appointed Ben Henshall as General Manager for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to enhance its strategic growth amid rising IT challenges.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
N-able retains top spot in Canalys Leadership Matrix 2024
Partner Programmes

N-able retains top spot in Canalys Leadership Matrix 2024

N-able has secured Champion Status in the 2024 Canalys RMM and PSA Leadership Matrix for the second consecutive year, highlighting its top-notch channel and tech capabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Exclusive: Tanium's Matt Quinn on automating endpoint management
Data Analytics

Exclusive: Tanium's Matt Quinn on automating endpoint management

Matt Quinn, Chief Technology Officer at Tanium, champions the transformative potential of autonomous endpoint management, promising efficiency and cost savings for IT teams.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025
Karl Triebes named Chief Product Officer at Ivanti
Human Capital Management

Karl Triebes named Chief Product Officer at Ivanti

Karl Triebes has been appointed Chief Product Officer at Ivanti, bringing over 30 years of tech expertise to enhance product strategy and customer satisfaction.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
AvePoint completes acquisition of Ydentic to boost MSP growth
Cybersecurity

AvePoint completes acquisition of Ydentic to boost MSP growth

AvePoint has completed its acquisition of Ydentic to enhance its MSP platform, aiming for increased efficiency and new security revenue streams.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025

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IT management stories

N-able launches AI Developer Portal for faster integration
Partner Programmes

N-able launches AI Developer Portal for faster integration

N-able has launched its AI-powered Developer Portal, designed to streamline API integrations for IT management and cybersecurity, benefiting partners significantly.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
Village Roadshow upgrades to Microsoft Teams telephony
Unified Communications

Village Roadshow upgrades to Microsoft Teams telephony

Village Roadshow has upgraded its communications infrastructure by adopting Microsoft Teams Phone, enhancing efficiency across its 32 Australian cinema sites.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025
Australian firms falling behind in cybersecurity investments
Cybersecurity

Australian firms falling behind in cybersecurity investments

A recent report reveals that over half of Australian businesses suffered a cyberattack in 2024, highlighting inadequate investment in cybersecurity measures.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025
Blue Connections IT earns prestigious ISO 27001:2022 status
Data Protection

Blue Connections IT earns prestigious ISO 27001:2022 status

Blue Connections IT has achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, highlighting its commitment to robust information security practices and resilience amid evolving threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025