IBM stories - Page 34
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IBM plans 400 jobs in Auckland
Fri, 10th Aug 2012
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crm
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hcm
IBM’s new delivery centre looks set to offer a Kiwi jobs boost with a huge recruitment drive predicted for the next two years.
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Cloud computing increases IT innovation says IBM study
Mon, 30th Jul 2012
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cloud services
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IBM study reveals cloud computing could boost IT innovation, reshaping roles and increasing demand for IT services in New Zealand.
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IBM launches SmartCamp for ANZ entrepreneurs
Thu, 12th Jul 2012
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healthtech
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mentorship
Innovative tech startups invited to present their ideas for a chance to win a mentorship package, and entry into the regional finals in Beijing.
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Loving life -and work
Sun, 1st Jul 2012
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virtualisation
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partner programmes
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microsoft
<strong>More than 20 years in the industry haven’t dampened Jennifer Rutherford’s enthusiasm for the sector — and what it can do for business.
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IBM completes major upgrade for AUT
Fri, 25th May 2012
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network infrastructure
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it training
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hyperscale
IBM has completed the first phase of a five-year IT network services deal with Auckland University of Technology as AUT gears up for its new Learning Precinct.
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Virtualisation – how far we have come
Sun, 1st Apr 2012
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storage
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virtualisation
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paas
From overlooked to essential: The journey of storage virtualisation, now a key IT strategy as businesses struggle with data deluge.
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Virtualisation: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
Sun, 1st Apr 2012
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virtualisation
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dr
New Zealand's rapid embrace of virtualisation has transformed IT landscapes, paving the way for the rise of the cloud and future user-centric computing.
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Extreme mid-sized enterprise push
Thu, 1st Dec 2011
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extreme networks
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partners
Extreme Networks is on the move – with the company seeking a much stronger presence in the mid-sized enterprise market and beyond.
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Telecom receives brain award
Wed, 30th Nov 2011
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microsoft
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Telecom lauded with award for adopting 'whole brain' thinking, joining corporate giants in leveraging the concept to enhance customer service.
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Capgemini tops testing rankings
Wed, 23rd Nov 2011
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ovum
Capgemini claims the top position in Ovum's latest IT testing rankings, excelling in test process capabilities shortly after re-entering the New Zealand market.
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Is the IT industry still only for men?
Thu, 3rd Nov 2011
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women in technology
Despite the tech industry's cooler image, the gender gap remains. Where are the Kiwi women leading in IT? Let’s spotlight our homegrown heroines.
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IBM names first female CEO
Thu, 27th Oct 2011
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IBM appoints Virginia Rometty as its first female CEO after 100 years in business. She will take up the role in January.
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Westpac renews IBM contract
Wed, 12th Oct 2011
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westpac
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air new zealand
IBM and Westpac have extended their IT agreement for another five years, with IBM providing a range of technologies.
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Creating a multiplier effect
Sat, 1st Oct 2011
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partner programmes
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ibm
Innovative partnerships between global and local NZ firms are creating a multiplier effect, bringing together the best of both worlds for customers.
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Keeping assets in order
Sat, 1st Oct 2011
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supply chain & logistics
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maximo
A new asset management system has automated maintenance scheduling at Port Taranaki and given it just-in-time management of its spare parts inventory.
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Air New Zealand re-signs with IBM
Fri, 1st Jul 2011
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partner programmes
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air new zealand
Air New Zealand signs 10-year deal with IBM for storage and management of IT systems, becoming first company in NZ to replicate across two Tier-3 facilities.
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Green innovations for the future
Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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hyperscale
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dc
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power / energy
Dougal Watt, CTO for IBM New Zealand, shares his vision of which five sustainable innovations will change our lives in the next five years.
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Certus buys Focus to expand IBM offerings
Thu, 19th May 2011
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ibm
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information management
Certus acquires Focus to enhance IBM software and services across Australia and New Zealand, expanding its client base and service offerings.
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IBM launches Smarter Commerce initiative
Thu, 14th Apr 2011
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uc
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ibm
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contact centre
IBM unveils its Smarter Commerce initiative, aiming to revolutionize how firms adapt to market trends and customer preferences.
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IBM reports increase in clients moving to the cloud
Fri, 8th Apr 2011
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ibm
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7-eleven
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analyst report
Company joins over 45 organisations to launch a Cloud Standards Customer Council aimed at addressing the challenges of using an open cloud.