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Microsoft Licensing Agreement saves NZ Govt $119m
Thu, 16th Jul 2015
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The original Microsoft Licensing Agreement contract signed in 2012 is used by 120 agencies and has achieved cost-savings of $119 million.
VMob maximises Microsoft Azure services with new alliance
Thu, 16th Jul 2015
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VMob partners with Microsoft Azure Mobile Engagement to provide full functionality of its personalisation platform to Azure customers.
Check Point and VMware team up for software defined data centre security
Wed, 15th Jul 2015
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Check Point collaborates with VMware to bolster data centre security, streamlining protection against cyber threats for enterprises.
Windows Server 2003 end of life: what it means for security
Tue, 14th Jul 2015
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Businesses need to be aware of the risks of running out-of-support platforms as Microsoft stops security updates Windows Server 2003.
Steady as she goes for Veritas channel in the face of Symantec split
Mon, 13th Jul 2015
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As Symantec and Veritas part ways, Veritas assures stability and growth in its channel despite the split, with fresh strategies ahead.
Zomato's cashless payment service comes to NZ
Fri, 10th Jul 2015
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Zomato’s cashless payment services will soon be available in New Zealand, enabling Kiwi restaurant goers to pay at restaurants through the Zomato app.
Ruckus Wireless launches smart Wi-Fi bridging system
Fri, 10th Jul 2015
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cloud services
Ruckus Wireless launches ZoneFlex P300, an outdoor smart WiFi bridging system, delivering fast broadband connectivity over long distances.
Wi-Fi calling gaining traction with consumers
Fri, 10th Jul 2015
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Wi-Fi calling changes communication behavior among users, with more frequent and longer voice calls, claims a new Ericsson report.
Hackathon brings Kiwi kids into the world of IT
Thu, 9th Jul 2015
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financial systems
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Kiwi high schoolers dive into digital futures with NZ's first junior hackathon, mentored by top IT industry experts.
Southern Institute of Technology upgrades with Allied Telesis
Thu, 9th Jul 2015
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Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) partners with Allied Telesis to upgrade network infrastructure. AMF technology delivers significant network gains.
Meet the Kiwi startup moving from strength to strength
Wed, 8th Jul 2015
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The past six months have been non-stop for Weirdly, and this Auckland-based start up shows no signs of slowing down.
Chorus registers interest in government's proposed expansions to UFB, RBI
Wed, 8th Jul 2015
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Chorus has expressed interest in the government's plans to expand the state-sponsored ultrafast broadband network and rural broadband initiatives.
Device shipments growing in 2015, despite PC impact
Wed, 8th Jul 2015
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Gartner's latest forecast for the devices market features revised predictions as currency fluctuations bite - but it's not all bad news.
Zomato expands offering, launches new API
Tue, 7th Jul 2015
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Zomato launches 'Foodie Index' API, aiding users and developers in spotlighting dining hotspots, enhancing their app ecosystem.
Big opportunities ahead for big data software
Mon, 6th Jul 2015
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Big growth ahead for big data software as Hadoop distributions and fast growing ecosystem of technologies point to bright future for big data.
Distribution Central calls up Unify for unified comms
Thu, 2nd Jul 2015
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Distribution Central has inked a deal to distribute Unify’s range of integrated communications solutions across Australia and New Zealand.
Rhipe launches Microsoft CSP offering
Thu, 2nd Jul 2015
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Rhipe launches its Microsoft cloud solution provider offering plus services, extending cloud opportunities for its local partners.
Westcon launches cloud offering, white-labelling available
Wed, 1st Jul 2015
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Westcon looking to simplify cloud services for resellers and remove the business challenges in delivering cloud services to customers.
Portable devices fuelling VoIP growth
Wed, 1st Jul 2015
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The VoIP services market is set to grow at a CAGR of 9.7% and reach a value of $136.76bn by 2020, says Transparency Market Research.
Cisco acquires security company for $635mn, builds IoT offering
Wed, 1st Jul 2015
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Cisco has announced its acquisition of security firm OpenDNS for USD $635 million to enhance its IoT offerings, set to close in fiscal Q1 2016.