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Are you eligible for the COVID-19 Support Package?
Law

Are you eligible for the COVID-19 Support Package?

Thousands of New Zealand employers and workers can now apply for wage, leave and tax relief after the government unveiled a NZD $12.1 billion package.

By Michael Curreen • 7 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2020

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HP announces three new security solutions for remote workers
Malware

HP announces three new security solutions for remote workers

HP says over 80% of home office routers have been found to be vulnerable to potential cyberattacks, and 90% of PC infections originate from email attachments.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2020
8x8 partners with EIMS to build remote working solutions
Unified Communications

8x8 partners with EIMS to build remote working solutions

As the world mobilises workforces to work from home, new solutions have risen to accomodate such a rapid and unprecedented shift.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2020
Starschema launches COVID-19 dataset on Snowflake's Data Exchange
Data Analytics

Starschema launches COVID-19 dataset on Snowflake's Data Exchange

Starschema launches a free COVID-19 dataset on Snowflake's Data Exchange, aiding public health authorities and businesses with real-time epidemiological data.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2020
IDC: decline, not growth, for APAC IT spending
Supply Chain

IDC: decline, not growth, for APAC IT spending

The COVID-19 pandemic has hit the IT economy hard and IDC says that pessimistic scenarios are now playing out – and may get worse.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2020
NZ telcos to provide essential repair services using 'no contact' model
Unified Communications

NZ telcos to provide essential repair services using 'no contact' model

New Zealand telcos to offer essential modem and phone repairs via 'no-contact' collection as lockdown starts, ensuring connectivity during alert level four.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2020
Local Govt NZ: 12-months rates freeze misguided during COVID-19 pandemic
Government

Local Govt NZ: 12-months rates freeze misguided during COVID-19 pandemic

The request from the Taxpayers' Union to implement a 12-month rates freeze is misguided and has the potential to put the brakes on economic recovery.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2020
Global smartphone production to fall 30% due to COVID-19 pandemic
Supply Chain

Global smartphone production to fall 30% due to COVID-19 pandemic

COVID-19 disrupts global smartphone manufacturing, leading to a 30% production drop. ABI Research highlights supply chain chaos and stalled 5G growth.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2020
COVID-19: Zoom downloads explode as people work from home
Unified Communications

COVID-19: Zoom downloads explode as people work from home

As COVID-19 forces global remote work, Zoom downloads skyrocket by 1,270% from late February to late March 2020, totalling over 17 million.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2020
HP mobilises 3D printing resources to provide critical COVID-19 equipment
HP

HP mobilises 3D printing resources to provide critical COVID-19 equipment

HP harnesses 3D printing to supply hospitals battling COVID-19 with essential equipment. Over 1,000 parts delivered; plans for global distribution.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2020
COVID-19 could boost need for cyber insurance
Internet of Things

COVID-19 could boost need for cyber insurance

Cybercriminals exploit COVID-19 fears, targeting vulnerable groups with scams and malware, raising cyber insurance need.

By Bruce Perry • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2020
How to manage company communication throughout a lockdown
Labyrinth Solutions

How to manage company communication throughout a lockdown

As we enter alert level 4 and lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic, communication between remote-working staff is critical to ensuring business continuity.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2020
China becomes 'world's largest' market for IT products & services
IT services

China becomes 'world's largest' market for IT products & services

China surpasses the Americas as the world's largest market for IT products and services, finds TBK Consult, but COVID-19 may reshape future demands.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2020
Dicker Data ANZ open for business as countries face lockdown
Partner Programmes

Dicker Data ANZ open for business as countries face lockdown

Dicker Data ANZ remains fully operational during impending lockdowns in Australia and New Zealand, ensuring business continuity and staff safety amid COVID-19.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2020
Corporate Australia must invest in smart technology now
Edge Computing

Corporate Australia must invest in smart technology now

Smart technology is playing a critical role in the business community's response to adjusting to new social and industry norms.

By Mike Fyson • 6 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2020
AIIA launches remote-working portal with support of Federal Government
Hybrid & Remote Work

AIIA launches remote-working portal with support of Federal Government

The Australian Information Industry Association, with Federal Government backing, launched a portal today to aid remote working amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2020
Check your home network: Demand will congest internet during COVID-19 lockdown
Unified Communications

Check your home network: Demand will congest internet during COVID-19 lockdown

Kiwis are urged to prepare home networks for potential congestion as data demand is set to surge during New Zealand's COVID-19 lockdown.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2020

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