About Shannon
Shannon Williams
Journalist
Shannon is a freelance editor and writer. As a professional content creator over the last ten years, Shannon has worked across many industries including tech, business and travel, in a variety of mediums including media, publishing, communications and social media. She has a knack for finding the right voice for her audience and relishes the opportunity to tell stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 135
Remote working is here to stay, but do business leaders trust employees?
Thu, 1st Apr 2021
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wfh
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remote working
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forrester research
New research shows that companies need to invest in flexible work policies and address a trust disconnect with employees for remote work to succeed.
MSPs see Microsoft Office 365 business growth during COVID-19 pandemic
Thu, 1st Apr 2021
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managed services
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partner programmes
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microsoft
Managed service providers (MSPs) saw growth in Microsoft Office 365 business during the pandemic, according to a survey by Altaro.
Cloud applications main focus for post-pandemic investment - Frost & Sullivan
Wed, 31st Mar 2021
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digital transformation
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frost & sullivan
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analyst report
COVID-19 challenges are the top priority for businesses in 2021, followed by improving customer experience and operational efficiencies, says study.
COVID-19, complexity and competition driving upswing in SME digitalisation
Wed, 31st Mar 2021
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accounting systems
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digital banking
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myob
COVID-19 and the fear of falling behind competitors has driven New Zealand SMEs to embrace digital tools, says MYOB research.
Three quarters of employees feel worse a year into remote working - study
Wed, 31st Mar 2021
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wfh
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remote working
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egress software
Remote workers are still facing challenges with distractions and stress after a year of working from home, according to a new study by Egress.
Ransomware and Microsoft Exchange attacks surging
Wed, 31st Mar 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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microsoft
Global ransomware attacks are increasing alongside cyber attacks targeting Microsoft Exchange Server vulnerabilities, says Check Point Research.
Microsoft Exchange breach a wake-up call to ditch the server
Wed, 31st Mar 2021
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cloud services
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microsoft
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cloud security
Microsoft Exchange breach prompts small and medium enterprises in New Zealand to ditch their servers, says IT services director.
Double-digit growth ahead for smart home devices as consumers embrace home automation
Tue, 30th Mar 2021
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smart home
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technology gifts
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spending
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.
RedEye continues expansion with Certus Digital reseller partnership
Tue, 30th Mar 2021
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partner programmes
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red eye
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certus solutions
RedEye announces reseller partnership with IBM Maximo provider Certus Digital for integrated asset management solutions in Australia and New Zealand.
Resellers must prepare customers as hybrid working sticks around
Tue, 30th Mar 2021
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uc
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voip
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contact centre
The traditional office is set for a comeback, says Konftel, but rapid transformation is needed for safe working conditions.
Gartner: Top security and risk management trends for 2021
Tue, 30th Mar 2021
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cybersecurity
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cso / ciso
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cios
Top trends in security and risk management include cybersecurity mesh, identity-first security, and remote work support, says Gartner.
90% of workers require more IT support when remote working
Sat, 27th Mar 2021
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wfh
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remote working
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it departments
The role of the IT department is becoming increasingly important, with new research finding 90% of workers needing more IT support when working from home.
Tech companies need better financial controls to overcome growing revenue challenges
Fri, 26th Mar 2021
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financial software
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financial results
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channel ecosystem
High tech companies face revenue challenges and rely on spreadsheets for revenue management, according to new research by Model N.
New Zealand agreement signed for PwC and Microsoft Global Alliance
Fri, 26th Mar 2021
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microsoft
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partner programmes
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pwc
PwC New Zealand has signed a local agreement with Microsoft to bring the PwC Microsoft Global Alliance to New Zealand organisations.
'Zoom anxiety' major problem one year into pandemic
Thu, 25th Mar 2021
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uc
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wfh
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remote working
Zoom anxiety grips remote workers as video calling takes its toll on mental health, with 73% affected in the past year, according to new research.
IT leaders prioritising automation, Zero Trust and API-based security investments
Thu, 25th Mar 2021
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malware
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devops
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app development
Investments in automation, Zero Trust, and API-based security are key priorities for IT security leaders, according to FireMon research.
Hybrid working should not be business as usual - Microsoft study
Thu, 25th Mar 2021
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voip
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contact centre
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microsoft
A new report from Microsoft uncovers seven hybrid work trends every business leader must know as we enter a new era of work.
The Warehouse Group expands EV fleet with introduction of EV trucks for home deliveries
Thu, 25th Mar 2021
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big data
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sustainable it
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bi
The trucks add to the Group’s expanding fleet of light electric vehicles and will operate in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga and Christchurch.
5G comes to the Mount as Vodafone starts rolling out next gen mobile tech in the Bay of Plenty
Thu, 25th Mar 2021
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broadband
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5g
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wireless networks
Locals and businesses in parts of Tauranga can now connect to Vodafone 5G and the coverage footprint will soon expand.
Hackers offering forged “official” COVID-19 vaccination certificates and negative test results on dark net
Wed, 24th Mar 2021
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dark web
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dark net
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covid-19
There has been a 350% increase in the number of advertisements selling alleged COVID-19 vaccines within the last three months.
Those who master change define the future - Accenture report
Tue, 23rd Mar 2021
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accenture
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covid-19
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ndi
A wave of companies are racing to reinvent themselves and use technology innovations to shape the new realities they face.
Almost a third of malware threats previously unknown - HP report
Tue, 23rd Mar 2021
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malware
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cybersecurity
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hp
New report reveals that 29% of malware captured was previously unknown due to attackers using packers and obfuscation techniques.
Security and risk management spending in Australia to increase in 2021
Tue, 23rd Mar 2021
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cybersecurity
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cios
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it spending
Australian organisations to spend over A$4.9bn on enterprise information security in 2021, an 8% increase from last year, says Gartner.
Wavelink bolsters channel support with three new hires
Tue, 23rd Mar 2021
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firewall
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network management
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network security
Wavelink bolsters its team in Australia and New Zealand with three new appointments to support vendors and partners in the region.