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Cybersecurity and automation: What will 2022 bring?
Malware

Cybersecurity and automation: What will 2022 bring?

2021 has brought security to the forefront. Our team of experts shares three cybersecurity predictions for 2022.

By Ray Garnie • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Feb 2022
How can a connected digital infrastructure help address chip shortage?
Semiconductors

How can a connected digital infrastructure help address chip shortage?

As the global semiconductor challenge extends into 2022, businesses continue to feel supply chain disruptions as they wait for chips to be available.

By Shinichi Murakami • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Feb 2022
Forrester's forecast for the APAC tech market indicates a 6.2% growth in 2022
Supply Chain

Forrester's forecast for the APAC tech market indicates a 6.2% growth in 2022

Forrester expects vaccination rates, and the reopening of economies will produce more sustained tech market growth, on par with or higher than before COVID-19.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Feb 2022
New research reveals vicious tactics of ransomware groups
Malware

New research reveals vicious tactics of ransomware groups

Hackers increasingly target zero-day vulnerabilities and supply chain networks for maximum impact, according to a report by Ivanti.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Fri, 4th Feb 2022
A new report shows RaaS dominates, but defences are gaining the upper hand
Malware

A new report shows RaaS dominates, but defences are gaining the upper hand

Organizations fight back against increasing cyber threats as ransomware attacks dominate and state-sponsored actions rise, says Nozomi Networks report.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Feb 2022
Show, don't tell: CISOs encouraged to be security 'influencers' rather than 'enforcers'
Malware

Show, don't tell: CISOs encouraged to be security 'influencers' rather than 'enforcers'

Show, don't tell: That's the approach CISOs need to take if they want to better manage cybersecurity in their organisation, according to a new report from KPMG.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Feb 2022
Businesses needs end-to-end visibility in supply chain solutions, study finds
Software-as-a-Service

Businesses needs end-to-end visibility in supply chain solutions, study finds

Blue Yonder's SaaS-based solutions offer companies end-to-end visibility and quick returns, with a ROI of 394%, according to a Forrester study.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
Top 10 semiconductor buyers increased chip spending in 2021
Gaming

Top 10 semiconductor buyers increased chip spending in 2021

Top 10 OEMs increased chip spending despite the semiconductor shortage and pandemic disruptions, according to Gartner.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
New year, new rules – understanding the cybersecurity danger areas in 2022
IoT Security

New year, new rules – understanding the cybersecurity danger areas in 2022

The World Economic Forum's Global Risks Report 2022 revealed cybersecurity as the biggest worry for Australian business leaders in 2022.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 31st Jan 2022
Kaspersky maps out supply chain resilience plans in APAC
Supply Chain

Kaspersky maps out supply chain resilience plans in APAC

Asia-Pacific region experiences a surge in digitalization but weak cybersecurity measures leave ICT supply chains vulnerable to cyber attacks, says Kaspersky.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 4 min read • Mon, 24th Jan 2022
Retail trends for 2022 highlight adoption of new tech and staff retention as crucial
Supply Chain

Retail trends for 2022 highlight adoption of new tech and staff retention as crucial

New analysis predicts that the adoption of new systems will shape the retail and supply chain industry in 2022.

By Mitchell Hageman • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022
Supply chain vulnerability identified in SAP transport system
Supply Chain

Supply chain vulnerability identified in SAP transport system

Supply chain attacks on SAP software distribution process allow internal attackers to intervene undetected, says SecurityBridge. A patch has been released.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022
Supply chain woes set to continue in 2022 - Shopify
Marketing Technologies

Supply chain woes set to continue in 2022 - Shopify

Shopify predicts that supply chain woes will continue in 2022, with shipping delays, costs, and manufacturing delays among the top concerns for businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Jan 2022
Coping with increasing cybersecurity challenges (from the good side and the bad!)
Malware

Coping with increasing cybersecurity challenges (from the good side and the bad!)

Cybersecurity professionals will face increasing pressure in 2022 as attacks escalate, compliance becomes more challenging, and insurance costs rise.

By Scott Leach • 5 min read • Wed, 12th Jan 2022
Aussie's Veyor raises $4 million in equity, plans to double workforce
Supply Chain

Aussie's Veyor raises $4 million in equity, plans to double workforce

Australian firm Veyor raises over $4m in equity capital, attracting interest from construction industry heavyweights.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Jan 2022
FedEx Express launches new priority service for international market
Supply Chain

FedEx Express launches new priority service for international market

FedEx Express launches FedEx International Priority Express (IPE), offering customers flexible delivery options for international shipping.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Jan 2022
Ivanti launches IIoT platform to accelerate supply chain operations with digital transformation
Digital Transformation

Ivanti launches IIoT platform to accelerate supply chain operations with digital transformation

Ivanti Wavelink announces Ivanti Neurons for IIoT, offering scalable applications to automate and optimise supply chain operations.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jan 2022

Stories from Other Regions

New Zealand – let's get your IT supply chain secured!
Supply Chain

New Zealand – let's get your IT supply chain secured!

IT supply chain attacks are on the rise, with up to 40% of breaches originating from weak supply chains. It's time for organisations to wake up to the risks.

By Jan Klinkner • 6 min read • Mon, 17th Jan 2022