Partners stories - Page 979

Renaissance Brands signs up with Ruckus Wireless
Thu, 10th Dec 2009
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wireless networks
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Renaissance Brands partners with Ruckus Wireless to distribute its Smart Wi-Fi products and Smart WLAN systems.

NetApp and Microsoft in three-year pact
Thu, 10th Dec 2009
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storage
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virtualisation
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microsoft
NetApp and Microsoft have inked a three-year strategic alliance to collaborate on virtualisation, cloud computing, and storage management solutions.

D-Link builds brand strength to SMBs
Tue, 8th Dec 2009
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d-link
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partners
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retail
Networking vendor D-Link has witnessed a 20% increase in its SMB market, and it believes the result is driven by direct marketing to the end-user.

Plantronics sell Altec Lansing for US$18 million
Mon, 7th Dec 2009
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Plantronics has agreed to sell Altec Lansing to Prophet Equity LP, a Texas-based private equity firm, for US$18 million in cash.

VMware takes virtualisation to smartphones
Fri, 4th Dec 2009
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virtualisation
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it automation
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VMware unveils a breakthrough allowing personal and work profiles to coexist on one smartphone, revolutionising mobile security.

Pre-Christmas restructure at Gen-i
Thu, 3rd Dec 2009
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jobs
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gen-i
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recruitment
More than 30 jobs are set to change significantly at Gen-i as the integrator moves to restructure two of its departments before Christmas.

Tandberg reinforces commitment to channel
Wed, 2nd Dec 2009
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express data
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distributors
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partners
Tandberg channel partners will benefit from added attention with the promotion of Adam Britten as Asia Pacific Channel Director.

Maxnet to build consultancy business
Wed, 2nd Dec 2009
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storage
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virtualisation
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datacentre infrastructure
Auckland-based Maxnet is launching a consultancy arm led by CTO Derek Gaeth, aiming to meet rising demand for virtualisation and cloud expertise.

Code prompts new era of IT professionalism
Wed, 2nd Dec 2009
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devops
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apm
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software development
Acceptable and good IT practices have been put on paper with the release of a new IT Code of Practice for New Zealand IT professionals.

Solid attendance highlights partner confidence
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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customers
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tandberg data
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services
Solid attendance at Tandberg Data’s11th APAC Distributor Conference proves channel partners have confidence for the future, says Tandberg.

Preparing the way
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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data analytics
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planning
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financing
Businesses urged to thoroughly prep before outsourcing or partnering, with focus on SWOT analysis and strategic alignment for success.

New Era of outsourcing
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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partner programmes
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managed services
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partners
Facing a glaring skills shortage, firms are eyeing MSP trends as a strategic move to alleviate pressures, says NetIQ's Graham Hawkins.

The best of times, the worst of times
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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vodafone
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outdoors
Telecom's Paul Reynolds navigates through a year of transformation and challenges, eyeing future growth amidst fierce competition and regulatory changes.

Michael Foley December Column
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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intergen
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nbn
New Zealand's Ultra-Fast Broadband Initiative hits a key milestone with the release of an Invitation to Participate and the formation of Crown Fibre Holdings.

Fusion5 merger offers more partner opportunities
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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hcm
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fusion5
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payroll systems
Fusion5 merges with Savio Solutions, expanding offerings in ERP, CRM, and HCM, setting sights on aggressive market penetration in 2010.

Financial flexibility
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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personal computing devices
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ict
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pc hardware
ICT leasing is gaining traction as it allows businesses to stay current with tech, preserve cash flow, and offers tax perks, even amid economic downturns.

Orations, not aberrations Or: Ten tips for the perfect Christmas speech.
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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christmas
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organisational culture
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speech
So you need to give a speech at the Christmas party. o here are my 10 tips to help get you and your audience through the night.

Many hands make light work
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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partner programmes
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physical security
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warranties
This article looks at some common partnering models, and what customers should be considering in this regard, when negotiating their supply arrangements.

Shifting a Kiwi institution offshore
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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uc
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contact centre
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palm
Yellow has shifted its 018 directory assistance service from Palmerston North to Manila, driven by declining call volumes and cost efficiencies.

Choosing IT right
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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partner programmes
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personal computing devices
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maclean computing
Ensuring your business thrives lies in the right IT choices, says Chris Maclean, stressing the cost of downtime and value of a fitting IT partner.