About Ben
Ben Moore
News Editor - Channel
Ben was born in the UK and was promptly shuffled across the universe to Auckland at a young age. He is a total geek but tries to be pretty casual about it. He was sucked into theatre in his teens, which led to a lot of time on stage, as well as writing and directing when he could. After spending four years as high-school Drama teacher, Ben decided that it was about time for him to move on and see what else the world has to offer. However, wherever he goes he will always be sure to return home to his best-friends/cats.
FYI, this is an ex-employee of TechDay.
Stories by Ben - Page 68
BlueJeans UC approach leads to record sales growth
Thu, 19th Apr 2018
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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microsoft
BlueJeans reports surge in growth, driven by top talent and strategic partnerships, boosting video conferencing.
Adaptive Insights announces a stellar year for FY18
Thu, 19th Apr 2018
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Adaptive Insights surpassed USD $100 million in revenue for FY18, adding 500+ new customers and receiving accolades for its cloud-based planning solutions.
Nominate your pick now for the NZ Open source Awards
Fri, 13th Apr 2018
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open source
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awards
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catalyst
Nominations are now open for the seventh New Zealand Open source Awards, celebrating significant Kiwi contributions to free and open source software.
Research shows IT overhaul key to beating out competition
Thu, 12th Apr 2018
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
88% of respondents are transforming it at minimal to moderate pace; 81% agree it transformation is essential to win in the market.
2018 big data market set to reach US$14.7b in APeJ - IDC
Thu, 12th Apr 2018
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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martech
New revenue opportunities through commercial purchases of BDA-related hardware, software and services are likely to reach $22.2 billion by 2021.
Mobile Mentor rolls out Intune security service offerings
Thu, 12th Apr 2018
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microsoft
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mobile mentor
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taas supplier panel
It is the vendor to offer Microsoft Enterprise Mobility and Security, including Intune, to the New Zealand Government via their TaaS panel contract.
Bitglass appoints first ANZ distie, launches new partner programme
Thu, 12th Apr 2018
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partner programmes
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orca tech
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bitglass
Bitglass launches Altitude Partner Program and names Orca Tech as first national distributor, aiming to improve cloud security.
Splunk aims to sort out industry data with new IoT offering
Wed, 11th Apr 2018
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data analytics
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siem
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martech
Splunk IAI offers a packaged set of capabilities that aim to help customers pivot their operational strategy from reactive to proactive.
Microsoft 2018 partner awards undergo their own transformation
Wed, 11th Apr 2018
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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microsoft
The 2018 Microsoft partner awards are now open. ChannelLife sat down with business director Phil Goldie to discuss their reinvented approach.
Android ransomware on the rise in APAC - Malwarebytes
Tue, 10th Apr 2018
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smartphones
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malwarebytes
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technology gifts
Machine learning anomaly detections also rose by 480%, according to a Malwarebytes report on cybercrime tactics and techniques.
Twilio boosts local presence with first Aussie office
Tue, 10th Apr 2018
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uc
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twilio
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cloud communications
Twilio is ready to boost their local presence, opening a new office and appointing its first Australia country manager.
Ingram takes tough approach to Aussie device market
Mon, 9th Apr 2018
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smartphones
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ingram micro
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rugged
Ingram Micro has extended its distribution agreement with rugged device supplier Global Communications into Australia.
Full 5G rollout won’t happen in 2018 - GlobalData
Mon, 9th Apr 2018
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uc
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partner programmes
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5g & beyond
Forget the hype, the road to full 5G coverage is going to be a little longer than vendors and service providers have promised.
How to get SMBs to take their cybersecurity seriously
Mon, 9th Apr 2018
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firewalls
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phishing
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email security
Barracuda’s APJ sales VP sat down to explain how he sees the NZ SMB security market and how partners can go about helping them stay safe.
HPE NZ sees huge admin savings within 65% profit drop
Fri, 6th Apr 2018
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hyperscale
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dc
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ai
HPE spun off their Enterprise Services offering in a bid to save money. Now they have released their financials we can see how it has worked out.
Spirent Communications announces new programme for global partners
Fri, 6th Apr 2018
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network infrastructure
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devops
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hyperscale
The provider of networks and services, as well as test and measurement solutions, is expanding its reach with a new global partner programme.
IoT opportunities grow as Microsoft pours $5b into the intelligent edge
Fri, 6th Apr 2018
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blockchain
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iot
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quantum computing
Microsoft has announced a US$5 billion investment into IoT, expanding opportunities for partners and end-users across ANZ.
Plantronics brings management software to iOS and Android
Thu, 5th Apr 2018
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smartphones
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uc
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personal computing devices
IT managers can now see, manage and gather insights from the entire line of Plantronics enterprise devices, from desktop to tablets and mobile phones.
VMware announces new worldwide channel chief
Thu, 5th Apr 2018
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virtualisation
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it automation
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microsoft
VMware names Jenni Flinders as worldwide channel chief, overseeing global strategy for partners and driving digital transformation initiatives.
Gemalto partner event all about facing today’s security challenges
Thu, 5th Apr 2018
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partner programmes
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partner awards
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gemalto
The event featured an array of sessions that aimed to help partners think about ways that they can approach the current issues in cybersecurity.