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Rob Purdy appointed national sales director at Westcon-Comstor
Cloud Services

Rob Purdy appointed national sales director at Westcon-Comstor

Westcon-Comstor has appointed Rob Purdy as the new National Sales Director for New Zealand, reflecting strong growth in revenue.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
iSANZ Awards honour New Zealand's cybersecurity leaders
Unified Communications

iSANZ Awards honour New Zealand's cybersecurity leaders

The 2024 iSANZ Awards celebrated ten years of cybersecurity excellence in New Zealand, honouring outstanding contributions and innovation in the field.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024

Global Stories

Leadership stories

GTCR invests $1.33bn in Tricentis, valuing at $4.5bn
Digital Transformation

GTCR invests $1.33bn in Tricentis, valuing at $4.5bn

Tricentis has secured a $1.33 billion investment from GTCR, valuing the firm at $4.5 billion as it aims for $425 million in 2024 revenue.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Generative AI boosts productivity in ANZ workplaces
Generative AI

Generative AI boosts productivity in ANZ workplaces

A new study reveals that generative AI is enhancing productivity in Australian and New Zealand workplaces, with many saving over two hours daily.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Exclusive: HP's Rachael Williams on why diversity in tech leadership matters
HP

Exclusive: HP's Rachael Williams on why diversity in tech leadership matters

Rachael Williams of HP highlights the critical need for diversity in tech leadership, urging bold action for better business outcomes and innovation.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Dragos expands executive team amid cybersecurity market growth
Customer Experience

Dragos expands executive team amid cybersecurity market growth

Dragos has appointed Mark Matheos as CFO, Mark Packham as CMO, and Darren Sankbeil as CSO to enhance its cybersecurity leadership and growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Atlassian study: Mindset key to effective AI integration
Financial Systems

Atlassian study: Mindset key to effective AI integration

Research from Atlassian reveals that a positive attitude towards AI may yield higher productivity and a potential annual ROI of USD $64.3 million.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
AI in marketing: Infosys study finds value realisation gap
Digital Transformation

AI in marketing: Infosys study finds value realisation gap

A new report reveals that while 73% of enterprises utilise AI in marketing, only 52% see significant business value from these initiatives.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024
Amperity appoints Tony Owens as new CEO to drive growth
Customer Relationship Management

Amperity appoints Tony Owens as new CEO to drive growth

Amperity has appointed Tony Alika Owens as its new CEO, bringing over 20 years of experience in global sales and enterprise operations.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024
Auctane appoints Kelly Vincent as Chief Product Officer
Software-as-a-Service

Auctane appoints Kelly Vincent as Chief Product Officer

Auctane has appointed Kelly Vincent as Chief Product Officer, aiming to enhance its shipping and logistics product strategy.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024
Titans of Tech - James Saxton of Dayforce
Data Analytics

Titans of Tech - James Saxton of Dayforce

James Saxton, VP of Products at Dayforce, is steering innovation and growth in the APJ region, with ambitions to reach USD $2 billion by next year.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Leadership stories

Ashley Puls promoted to Chief Architect at New Relic
Software engineering

Ashley Puls promoted to Chief Architect at New Relic

New Relic has promoted Ashley Puls to Chief Architect, tasked with enhancing the reliability of its Intelligent Observability Platform as it drives innovation.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
UK businesses lag behind in adopting circular economy model
EduTech

UK businesses lag behind in adopting circular economy model

Only 25% of UK firms have embraced circular economy practices, risking higher costs and lower competitiveness amid sustainability challenges, research reveals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Zellis recognised as leader in NelsonHall payroll assessment
Partner Programmes

Zellis recognised as leader in NelsonHall payroll assessment

Zellis has been named a leader in Digital Payroll and Extended Services Capability in the 2024 NelsonHall Payroll Services NEAT Assessment.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024
Silverpush appoints Wiwa Cajumban as Philippines Director
Marketing Technologies

Silverpush appoints Wiwa Cajumban as Philippines Director

Silverpush has appointed Wiwa Cajumban as Country Director for the Philippines to boost its digital advertising strategy in Southeast Asia.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024
Indonesia AI Day 2024 to boost AI sovereignty vision
Unified Communications

Indonesia AI Day 2024 to boost AI sovereignty vision

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison is set to host 'Indonesia AI Day 2024' on 14 November in Jakarta, focusing on AI Sovereignty and its economic impact.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024
Gallagher Security appoints Spencer Marshall as VP for UK
Unified Communications

Gallagher Security appoints Spencer Marshall as VP for UK

Gallagher Security has appointed Spencer Marshall as Executive Vice President for the UK and Europe, bringing 25 years of electronic security experience.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Nov 2024