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Automating the repeatable, humanising the exceptional: Delivering real AI value with an ontology‑led approach

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Lancom champions an ontology‑led AI approach, automating repeatable tasks while elevating human expertise to deliver real business value.
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Wesfarmers, Microsoft deepen AI & cloud retail pact

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Wesfarmers is deepening its AI and cloud pact with Microsoft to roll out Copilot tools, agents and data platforms across its retail brands.
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Xero expands App Store with new global integrations

Tue, 27th Jan 2026
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Xero broadens its App Store with new global integrations spanning finance, automation, CRM and sector-specific tools for key markets.
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A1 Technologies names Amar Bilas Head of Microsoft Cloud

Fri, 9th Jan 2026
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A1 Technologies appoints Amar Bilas to lead Microsoft Cloud Services, bolstering Azure and modern workplace growth across ANZ.
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Proofpoint warns of surge in Microsoft device code phishing

Thu, 8th Jan 2026
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Proofpoint flags a sharp rise in Microsoft 365 account takeovers via device code phishing, hitting firms from finance to government.
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Pax8 integrates Microsoft Marketplace & launches MSP growth plan

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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Pax8 integrates Microsoft Marketplace and launches OneCloud Guided Growth to help MSPs expand Microsoft Cloud services and boost revenue potential.
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Fusion5 named global finalist for 2025 Dynamics 365 Service award

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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Fusion5 is a global finalist for the 2025 Microsoft Dynamics 365 Service Partner of the Year Award, recognised for rapid AI-driven customer service solutions.
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Wiise appoints Sullivan McIntyre to drive AI ERP innovation

Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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Wiise appoints Sullivan McIntyre as Chief Product Officer to lead AI-driven ERP innovation for Australian and New Zealand SMBs.
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TrustedTech rebrands to boost Microsoft cloud & AI services

Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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TrustedTech rebrands to focus on Microsoft cloud and AI services, driving an eleven-fold revenue increase and expanding enterprise support across UK and US markets.
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Wild Tech hires Andrew Kirk to lead enterprise cloud growth

Tue, 24th Jun 2025
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Wild Tech appoints Andrew Kirk as Senior Business Development Manager to boost enterprise cloud growth and drive digital transformation partnerships across APAC.
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Umbrellar wins Pax8 MVP award for APAC cloud infrastructure

Fri, 13th Jun 2025
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Umbrellar Technology Group won the 2025 Pax8 MVP Infrastructure Award for APAC, recognising its leadership in cloud and AI solutions across New Zealand and the region.
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GitHub Copilot surpasses 15 million users as AI tools expand

Thu, 1st May 2025
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GitHub Copilot has exceeded 15 million users, growing rapidly as Microsoft advances its AI tools in software development and cloud services.
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Amperity partners with Microsoft to enhance AI-driven retail experiences

Mon, 8th Jul 2024
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Amperity has teamed up with Microsoft to revolutionise AI-driven retail experiences, enhancing customer loyalty and driving brand advocacy.
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BlueVoyant wins 2024 Microsoft Worldwide Security Partner award

Mon, 1st Jul 2024
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BlueVoyant has clinched the 2024 Microsoft Worldwide Security Partner of the Year Award, marking its third win as US partner of the year and a debut win in Canada.
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Microsoft AI in healthcare: From data interpretation to tailored training

Tue, 27th Feb 2024
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AI advancements, with companies like Volpara and Techion leading the charge, are revolutionising the healthcare industry, promising unprecedented capabilities and potentially triggering a transformation as significant as the discovery of penicillin.
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Government births, deaths and marriages IT project halted

Fri, 22nd Dec 2023
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RNZ understands multiple deadlines have been missed after officials tried to buy an off-the-shelf system and customise it.
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Publicis Sapient green-lights PS Hummingbird to boost AI capabilities

Wed, 6th Dec 2023
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Publicis Sapient launches PS Hummingbird in partnership with Tquila, aiming to enhance AI and cloud-based capabilities.
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Publicis Sapient & Tquila launch PS Hummingbird to boost AI capabilities

Wed, 6th Dec 2023
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Consultancy Publicis Sapient and Tquila unveil PS Hummingbird, a project aimed at enhancing AI and cloud capabilities.
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Microsoft introduces custom silicon chips for enhanced AI services

Fri, 17th Nov 2023
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Microsoft reveals custom-designed AI-focused silicon chips, promising enhanced infrastructural optimisation and customer solutions.
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Microsoft announces ESG innovation with Microsoft Cloud

Mon, 17th Oct 2022
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Microsoft introduces Microsoft Cloud for Sustainability to help organizations accelerate sustainability progress and reduce their environmental footprint.