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CrowdStrike targets Zero Trust blind spot with new offering
Malware

CrowdStrike targets Zero Trust blind spot with new offering

CrowdStrike has launched CrowdStrike Falcon Zero Trust Assessment (ZTA), providing real-time security assessments across all endpoints.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Oct 2020
BlueVoyant acquires Managed Sentinel, builds out Microsoft MSS offerings
Microsoft

BlueVoyant acquires Managed Sentinel, builds out Microsoft MSS offerings

BlueVoyant has acquired Managed Sentinel to create an end-to-end services portfolio for Microsoft security technologies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Oct 2020
Palo Alto Networks extends cloud native security platform with new modules
Firewalls

Palo Alto Networks extends cloud native security platform with new modules

Palo Alto Networks expands its Cloud Native Security Platform with the availability of Prisma Cloud 2.0 and four new cloud security modules.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Oct 2020
Lancom Technology acquires Auckland-based MSP Connect 2
Partner Programmes

Lancom Technology acquires Auckland-based MSP Connect 2

Lancom Technology announced the acquisition of Connect 2 for an undisclosed amount - its third acquisition in 18 months.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Oct 2020
STACK Infrastructure links up to Wave Data Center Ring II
DataCentre infrastructure

STACK Infrastructure links up to Wave Data Center Ring II

STACK Infrastructure's Portland campus is joining the Wave Business Hillsboro Data Center Ring II, expanding connectivity options.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Oct 2020
Payrix completes acquisition of IntegraPay, expands into ANZ region
Software-as-a-Service

Payrix completes acquisition of IntegraPay, expands into ANZ region

Upon completing the acquisition of the Brisbane-based payment service provider, Payrix states its expansion efforts are in motion.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Oct 2020
Fujitsu appoints Graeme Beardsell as new CEO for ANZ operations
Fujitsu

Fujitsu appoints Graeme Beardsell as new CEO for ANZ operations

Fujitsu appoints Graeme Beardsell as CEO of Fujitsu Australia and New Zealand, starting on November 5 this year.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Oct 2020
BlackLine buys out Rimilia & boosts accounts receivable automation
Data Analytics

BlackLine buys out Rimilia & boosts accounts receivable automation

BlackLine's acquisition enables the company to improve end-to-end automation of the cash lifecycle and improve data integrity.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Oct 2020
Four ways MSPs can stay strong and profitable in 2020
Digital Transformation

Four ways MSPs can stay strong and profitable in 2020

COVID-19 has presented challenges for Managed Service Providers as they adapt to support remote workforces. Here are four tips for success.

By Leo Lynch • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Oct 2020
Veeam announces acquisition of Kasten for $150 million
Virtualisation

Veeam announces acquisition of Kasten for $150 million

Veeam will integrate Kasten into its Cloud Data Management platform for modern data protection and radically simplify data management for enterprises.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Oct 2020
WatchGuard expands partner ecosystem, enables partners to grow security services footprint
Firewalls

WatchGuard expands partner ecosystem, enables partners to grow security services footprint

Combining WatchGuard's Total Security Suite and Passport bundle allows partners to provide complete security from network to endpoint for their customers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Oct 2020
Accenture acquires SAP specialist provider Zag
Digital Transformation

Accenture acquires SAP specialist provider Zag

The acquisition of the Kiwi company was spurred by growing demand for SAP and cloud migration services across ANZ.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Oct 2020
Quanton acquires Probity automation services division
Robotics

Quanton acquires Probity automation services division

Kiwi business process automation consultancy Quanton has acquired Probotics, a specialist automation services business.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Oct 2020
Epicor overhauls its channel partner programme model
Partner Programmes

Epicor overhauls its channel partner programme model

Epicor unveils new cloud model for partner programme, offering enhanced support and continued margins for resellers.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Oct 2020
Imperva to acquire jSonar, bringing greater data security to enterprises
Data Analytics

Imperva to acquire jSonar, bringing greater data security to enterprises

Imperva acquires modern database security firm jSonar, paving the way for a new integrated approach to data security.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Oct 2020
Linkly signs multi-million dollar deal with Premier Technologies
Premier Technologies

Linkly signs multi-million dollar deal with Premier Technologies

Linkly inks multi-million deal with Premier Technologies, tripling its value and expanding its online payment capabilities amidst the eCommerce boom.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Oct 2020
Nintex acquires K2, with eye on strengthening process automation
IT Automation

Nintex acquires K2, with eye on strengthening process automation

Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed, however Nintex says it will generate over $200 million in annual recurring revenue after the deal has closed.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Oct 2020
How to create more value for ISVs moving to cloud
Public Cloud

How to create more value for ISVs moving to cloud

Henson Group, an Azure Specialist for ISVs, leverages its partnership with Microsoft to help ISVs migrate to Azure at scale - at almost no cost.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 2nd Oct 2020