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Vertiv marks 10 years of Asia partner summit in Johor
Digital Transformation

Vertiv marks 10 years of Asia partner summit in Johor

AI and data centre demand is forcing Vertiv's Asian resellers to rethink sales plans as the group marked a decade of partner summits in Johor.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 4 days ago
Rithum adds HEOS support & launches Prestige surrounds
Internet of Things

Rithum adds HEOS support & launches Prestige surrounds

Homeowners and installers gain more choice as the Switch now works with Denon and Marantz systems, while new surrounds target premium interiors.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 5 days ago
Vertiv backs ANZ partners as AI infrastructure demand grows
Digital Transformation

Vertiv backs ANZ partners as AI infrastructure demand grows

Rising demand for AI-ready power and cooling systems is reshaping channel work in Australia and New Zealand as customers move into deployment.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 5 days ago
Databricks appoints Corrie Briscoe to APJ partnerships
Data Analytics

Databricks appoints Corrie Briscoe to APJ partnerships

The appointment aims to bolster Databricks' regional ecosystem as customers in Asia Pacific and Japan spend more on AI and data projects.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • 5 days ago
Powertec wins Nextivity APAC award for fourth year
Partner Programmes

Powertec wins Nextivity APAC award for fourth year

Demand for indoor mobile coverage is rising across Asia-Pacific as organisations seek more reliable communications inside large facilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last month
AHOY teams with Will Be Live for North America push
Smart Cities

AHOY teams with Will Be Live for North America push

The tie-up aims to speed adoption of AHOY's physical AI tools across transport, utilities and government customers in North America.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month
NAKIVO signs Italian distribution agreement with ICOS
Data Protection

NAKIVO signs Italian distribution agreement with ICOS

The agreement gives Italian resellers another backup and disaster recovery option as NAKIVO expands through ICOS's local channel network.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jun 2026

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FICO names Tech Mahindra winner in eCommerce hackathon
Data Analytics

FICO names Tech Mahindra winner in eCommerce hackathon

The award could help Indian online retailers cut costly cash-on-delivery returns, with FICO estimating monthly losses avoided of INR 1 crore.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 6 days ago
JW Computers expands desktop PCs for prebuilt & custom
High Performance Computing

JW Computers expands desktop PCs for prebuilt & custom

Australian buyers are weighing convenience against control as desktop PC demand rises, with local warranties and faster access swaying choices.

By JW Computers • 5 min read • Last week
Informotion gains dual Microsoft recognition in ISG
Software-as-a-Service

Informotion gains dual Microsoft recognition in ISG

Recognition in two Microsoft services quadrants puts the Sydney specialist alongside bigger rivals as AI projects hinge on cleaner data and governance.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week
Research flags ERP delivery risks from weak resourcing
Digital Transformation

Research flags ERP delivery risks from weak resourcing

Nearly two-thirds of major ERP and digital transformation programmes face critical delivery risk, with weak resourcing and planning the main threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week
Consistent opens surveillance experience zone in Prayagraj
Gaming

Consistent opens surveillance experience zone in Prayagraj

Customers and channel partners in Prayagraj can now test CCTV and networking gear in person before buying or recommending deployments.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Unwired Connect wins DALI-2 certification for drivers
Internet of Things

Unwired Connect wins DALI-2 certification for drivers

Standards-based lighting controls should be easier to specify in mixed-vendor projects after the company secured DALI-2 approval for six LED drivers.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last month
Evernex buys Empowered & OrderWork in UK expansion
Digital Transformation

Evernex buys Empowered & OrderWork in UK expansion

The deal broadens the IT services group's reach into deployment work and field service software, while adding a bigger UK base.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Jun 2026
GSTN e-Way Bill changes push firms to prep systems
Digital Transformation

GSTN e-Way Bill changes push firms to prep systems

Firms face fresh compliance and dispatch risks as GSTN's e-Way Bill overhaul adds mandatory Ship To GSTIN checks from 1 August 2026.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Jun 2026
Smart CT boosts stock by a third after 10,000 buys
Network Infrastructure

Smart CT boosts stock by a third after 10,000 buys

Extra warehouse parts will help Smart CT meet demand from new contracts across government, health and retail customers in Europe and beyond.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Jun 2026
ALOGIC launches five new workplace displays & tools
Hybrid & Remote Work

ALOGIC launches five new workplace displays & tools

Meeting rooms and desks get a wider choice as the range spans 4K touchscreens, portable monitors, a stylus and a webcam.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Jun 2026
Smart CT expands stock with 10,000 spare parts buy
Network Infrastructure

Smart CT expands stock with 10,000 spare parts buy

Greater spare-parts cover should cut downtime for customers after the Reading-based IT support group lifted stock by almost a third.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Fri, 19th Jun 2026