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New story, new opportunities as IBM refocuses on Kiwi channel
EduTech

New story, new opportunities as IBM refocuses on Kiwi channel

His new role at IBM has opened Mark Baker's eyes to new opportunities IBM presents for the channel. Now he's on a mission to share that.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Feb 2017
MYOB sets sights on mid-market with new offering
Fintech

MYOB sets sights on mid-market with new offering

MYOB targets larger firms with its novel cloud payroll system, Advanced People, set to boost efficiency across NZ's mid-market.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Feb 2017

Global Stories

Exeed named as key distributor for Acronis in ANZ
Partner Programmes

Exeed named as key distributor for Acronis in ANZ

Acronis has recently announced a new partnership with Exeed to bring their data protection technology to ANZ home users and SOHO customers.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 10th Feb 2017
Hitachi Insight Group deploys smart city video software in APAC
Digital Transformation

Hitachi Insight Group deploys smart city video software in APAC

Hitachi Insight Group launches Hitachi Video Analytics software to enhance its Smart City and Public Safety solutions.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Fri, 10th Feb 2017
Avnet signs global contract for Lenovo's training program
Partner Programmes

Avnet signs global contract for Lenovo's training program

Avnet Technology Solution expands training division to include courses for Lenovo products, available to partners worldwide.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Feb 2017
How to converse in cloud: Cloud balancing
Distributed Denial of Service

How to converse in cloud: Cloud balancing

Directing users to the closest data center geographically ensures low latency, which is increasingly important in a streaming, mobile world.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Feb 2017
Dell EMC launches game-changer program into channel
Network Infrastructure

Dell EMC launches game-changer program into channel

Built from the ground up while still preserving the best of two of the world's most prominent legacy platforms, the program is set to cause a stir.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Feb 2017
Webroot's new products harness machine learning for network & web traffic security
Malware

Webroot's new products harness machine learning for network & web traffic security

Webroot is promising deep network and web traffic visibility in its latest platform expansion, as it brings machine learning on board.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Feb 2017
Malwarebytes makes intentions clear for ANZ channel with new execs
Malware

Malwarebytes makes intentions clear for ANZ channel with new execs

Malwarebytes bolsters its ANZ cybersecurity front, hiring seasoned IT pros Cook and Uberoy to lead expansion efforts.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Feb 2017
Xero: Product wrap up for January 2017
Fintech

Xero: Product wrap up for January 2017

The first month of 2017 is already over, but Xero has had a busy January, releasing numerous products and updates already this year.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Feb 2017
Okta extends its channel reach across ANZ
Partner Programmes

Okta extends its channel reach across ANZ

Okta bolsters its presence in ANZ, joining forces with airloom, MOQdigital, and Unify Solutions to propel cloud identity solutions.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Feb 2017
Exclusive Networks, BigTec ramp up under new local boss
Exclusive Networks

Exclusive Networks, BigTec ramp up under new local boss

Watch out disties – the new local boss for Exclusive Networks NZ and BigTec is fired up, talking tough and ready to take on the market.

By Heather Wright • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Feb 2017
Inspira achieves highest level in Avaya partner program
Partner Programmes

Inspira achieves highest level in Avaya partner program

Inspira glistens with Diamond status in Avaya's elite partner programme, enhancing UC solutions in key sectors.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Feb 2017
Hands-on with the beta for Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Wildlands
Gaming

Hands-on with the beta for Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Wildlands

A closed beta for Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Wildlands was held a few days ago and it gave us a generous preview for what is to come next month.

By Damian Seeto • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Feb 2017
Comparison tables from vendors - fostering doubt and distrust
Partner Programmes

Comparison tables from vendors - fostering doubt and distrust

Vendor comparison tables erode trust by presenting biased views favouring their own products. An open approach could foster credibility.

By Hank Barnes • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Feb 2017
Informatica launches Partner Concierge Program in ANZ
Partner Programmes

Informatica launches Partner Concierge Program in ANZ

Informatica embarks on ANZ expansion with a new Partner Concierge Program aimed at boosting partner expertise and regional sales.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Feb 2017
Reckon unveils partnership with Australasian accountancy network
Fintech

Reckon unveils partnership with Australasian accountancy network

Walker Wayland Australasia has signed a deal with software developer Reckon, offering discounts on its practice management software to member firms.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Feb 2017

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