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Flinders University conducts major overhaul of IT systems
EduTech

Flinders University conducts major overhaul of IT systems

Flinders University undergoes 'sweeping' digital overhaul, implementing Workday software to transform its IT systems and support staff excellence.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Jun 2020

Global Stories

Gartner: Strong revenue growth forecast for container management software and services
Digital Transformation

Gartner: Strong revenue growth forecast for container management software and services

This is the first time Gartner has published a forecast for container management, in response to the increasing importance of the underlying technology.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Jun 2020
AWS launches Outposts in New Zealand & APAC
Storage

AWS launches Outposts in New Zealand & APAC

AWS has launched Outposts in New Zealand, bringing fully managed and configurable AWS-designed hardware to the region, enhancing local cloud capabilities.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jun 2020
HPE announces new Ezmeral & GreenLake edge-to-cloud services
DevOps

HPE announces new Ezmeral & GreenLake edge-to-cloud services

HPE unveils new Ezmeral and GreenLake edge-to-cloud services, promising to drive data-driven transformation with automation, insights, and app modernisation.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jun 2020
CommsPlus signs on as Master Agent for Avaya Cloud Office
Avaya

CommsPlus signs on as Master Agent for Avaya Cloud Office

CommsPlus Distribution has been named Master Agent for Avaya Cloud Office, targeting the cloud comms market across Australia and New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Jun 2020
Cloudera extends the data cloud experience - everywhere
Hybrid Cloud

Cloudera extends the data cloud experience - everywhere

Cloudera has launched CDP Private Cloud, enabling enterprises to link on-premise private clouds to hybrid clouds securely, in partnership with Red Hat.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2020
VMware brings on Brad Anderson as VP of ANZ
Virtualisation

VMware brings on Brad Anderson as VP of ANZ

VMware says Anderson will play a crucial role in leading the team in the region in its aim to enable customers to modernise their IT environments.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jun 2020
Auckland uni selects Datrium for DX via BEarena and ASI Solutions
Storage

Auckland uni selects Datrium for DX via BEarena and ASI Solutions

UoA teams up with Datrium to revamp its IT infrastructure by adopting cloud solutions for better disaster recovery.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Jun 2020
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams – Who is Hyland?
Digital Transformation

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams – Who is Hyland?

The content management provider has data centres in Australia and New Zealand that deliver cloud solutions to local customers.

By Sara Barker • 6 min read • Thu, 11th Jun 2020
Rackspace renames company, launches four new solutions
DevOps

Rackspace renames company, launches four new solutions

Rackspace Technology rebrands and introduces four solutions to enhance digital transformation efforts, including cloud optimisation and data modernisation.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Jun 2020
Capgemini empowers clients through global alliance with BlackLine
Fintech

Capgemini empowers clients through global alliance with BlackLine

Capgemini and BlackLine have formed a strategic alliance to improve finance and accounting processes for organisations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jun 2020
NASA's cybersecurity incidents rose 266% last year
Cybersecurity

NASA's cybersecurity incidents rose 266% last year

NASA experienced a 266% rise in cyber incidents last year, highlighting vulnerabilities as budget cuts hampered its cybersecurity defences.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jun 2020
Google Cloud and HCL strengthen partnership, bolster eCommerce CX
Hyperscale

Google Cloud and HCL strengthen partnership, bolster eCommerce CX

Google Cloud and HCL are amplifying their collaboration, integrating HCL's software on Google's cloud platform to enhance global eCommerce customer experiences.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Jun 2020
Data protection, DX 'held back' by legacy technology - report
Virtualisation

Data protection, DX 'held back' by legacy technology - report

Legacy technology is throttling global digital transformation efforts, with 44% of companies citing lack of IT skills, according to a Veeam report.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Jun 2020
Snowflake and Salesforce release integrated tools in new phase of partnership
Data Analytics

Snowflake and Salesforce release integrated tools in new phase of partnership

Snowflake and Salesforce unveil new native integrations, enabling seamless data transfer and analysis for joint customers, accelerating digital transformation.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd Jun 2020
Cognizant named Leader in Gartner 2020 Magic Quadrant for public cloud infrastructure and managed services
Public Cloud

Cognizant named Leader in Gartner 2020 Magic Quadrant for public cloud infrastructure and managed services

Cognizant recognized as a Leader by Gartner in its 2020 Magic Quadrant for Public Cloud Infrastructure Professional and Managed Services.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jun 2020
HCL takes over Broadcom's Symantec security consulting
Cloud Access Security Broker

HCL takes over Broadcom's Symantec security consulting

As part of the partnership, the majority of Broadcom's Symantec enterprise consulting team will transition to HCL.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd Jun 2020
Backbase and Mambu partner to continue to evolve banking industry
Digital Transformation

Backbase and Mambu partner to continue to evolve banking industry

Backbase and Mambu have joined forces to offer a comprehensive SaaS banking solution, helping financial institutions modernise and improve customer engagement.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Jun 2020