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Why cloud adoption by SMBs provides a strong opportunity for MSPs
Firewalls

Why cloud adoption by SMBs provides a strong opportunity for MSPs

Everything from communication and collaboration tools to administrative applications and data storage is now increasingly being handled in the cloud.

By Luke Smith • 4 min read • Thu, 1st Apr 2021
MSPs see Microsoft Office 365 business growth during COVID-19 pandemic
Partner Programmes

MSPs see Microsoft Office 365 business growth during COVID-19 pandemic

Managed service providers (MSPs) saw growth in Microsoft Office 365 business during the pandemic, according to a survey by Altaro.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Apr 2021
Cohesity's valuation shoots up
Multi-cloud

Cohesity's valuation shoots up

The data management organisation is now worth US$3.7 billion — an increase of $1.2 billion over the last 12 months.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Apr 2021
Meniga partners with Visa to accelerate expansion in APAC
Fintech

Meniga partners with Visa to accelerate expansion in APAC

Meniga partners with Visa to expand in APAC region, joining Visa Ready Program and gaining certified Fintech Enablement partner status.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Apr 2021
Cloud applications main focus for post-pandemic investment - Frost & Sullivan
Digital Transformation

Cloud applications main focus for post-pandemic investment - Frost & Sullivan

COVID-19 challenges are the top priority for businesses in 2021, followed by improving customer experience and operational efficiencies, says study.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Mar 2021
EPOS crafts quality audio solutions for all working environments
Unified Communications

EPOS crafts quality audio solutions for all working environments

The golden age of video and audio conferencing is here. EPOS ADAPT 660 headset offers crystal clear calls and adaptive noise cancelling.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Mar 2021
Poly ANZ on working from anywhere: Tips and tricks from industry experts
Unified Communications

Poly ANZ on working from anywhere: Tips and tricks from industry experts

Poly releases the fourth episode of ANZ Stories, featuring work-from-anywhere tips and the importance of high-quality devices for seamless home workplaces.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Wed, 31st Mar 2021
Hewlett-Packard NZ posts $4.66m net profit loss
HP

Hewlett-Packard NZ posts $4.66m net profit loss

Hewlett-Packard New Zealand reports $4.66 million net profit loss for 2020, down from $3.57 million in 2019. Revenue increased to $143.79 million.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Mar 2021
WatchGuard names new regional director for ANZ
Firewalls

WatchGuard names new regional director for ANZ

WatchGuard Technologies has appointed Anthony Daniel as regional director Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Mar 2021
Hands-on Review: The JBL Club Pro+ TWS wireless earbuds
Gaming

Hands-on Review: The JBL Club Pro+ TWS wireless earbuds

JBL's Club Pro+ TWS wireless earbuds offer design and decent ANC, but fall short of being professional audio equipment.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Wed, 31st Mar 2021
Double-digit growth ahead for smart home devices as consumers embrace home automation
Smart Home

Double-digit growth ahead for smart home devices as consumers embrace home automation

Smart home device shipments reached 801.5 million in 2020, set to reach 1.4 billion by 2025, says a study by the International Data Corporation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Mar 2021
RedEye continues expansion with Certus Digital reseller partnership
Partner Programmes

RedEye continues expansion with Certus Digital reseller partnership

RedEye announces reseller partnership with IBM Maximo provider Certus Digital for integrated asset management solutions in Australia and New Zealand.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Mar 2021
Resellers must prepare customers as hybrid working sticks around
Unified Communications

Resellers must prepare customers as hybrid working sticks around

The traditional office is set for a comeback, says Konftel, but rapid transformation is needed for safe working conditions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Mar 2021
Gartner: Top security and risk management trends for 2021
Risk & Compliance

Gartner: Top security and risk management trends for 2021

Top trends in security and risk management include cybersecurity mesh, identity-first security, and remote work support, says Gartner.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 30th Mar 2021
Ivanti acquires Cherwell Software, advances position as top service management vendor
Mergers and Acquisitions

Ivanti acquires Cherwell Software, advances position as top service management vendor

Ivanti acquires Cherwell Software to expand enterprise service management offerings and integrate low/no code applications.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Mar 2021
SD-WAN grows in popularity during time of COVID-19
Network Infrastructure

SD-WAN grows in popularity during time of COVID-19

Nearly half of enterprise WAN managers have adopted SD-WAN, up from 18% in 2018, according to TeleGeography's WAN Manager Survey.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Mar 2021
Intergen and Empired appoint Mark Dyer in newly-created CTO role
Intergen

Intergen and Empired appoint Mark Dyer in newly-created CTO role

The newly-created CTO role will facilitate a strategic focus on cloud and managed services for New Zealand organisations.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Mar 2021
Hands-on Review: D-Link Full HD Wi-Fi Camera
Gaming

Hands-on Review: D-Link Full HD Wi-Fi Camera

D-Link expands its home security range with the DCS-8300LHV2 Wi-Fi Camera - smaller, smarter, and packed with features.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Mar 2021
Case study: How Pattern helped SimTutor secure online education
Software-as-a-Service

Case study: How Pattern helped SimTutor secure online education

SimTutor provides a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution designed for online healthcare education and e-learning content creators.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Mar 2021