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One-third of ANZ business looking to hire security-specific skills - CompTIA
Cybersecurity

One-third of ANZ business looking to hire security-specific skills - CompTIA

A range of skills is needed to secure modern infrastructure, respond to incoming threats, and ensure proper operations.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 10th May 2019
IT professionals still in high demand across the UK
Wireless Networks

IT professionals still in high demand across the UK

Despite Brexit uncertainties, IT professionals remain in high demand across the UK, with over 162,000 job openings posted in Q1 2019 according to CompTIA.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 8th May 2019
Emerging tech helps savvy SMB's succeed
Internet of Things

Emerging tech helps savvy SMB's succeed

A CompTIA report shows SMBs are taking on the challenge of emerging technologies to reach their business goals.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Mar 2019
CompTIA security study finds ANZ firms should invest more in employee training
Breach Prevention

CompTIA security study finds ANZ firms should invest more in employee training

Australian and New Zealand IT professionals see their organisations' cybersecurity as adequate, but believe improvements can be made, says CompTIA.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Mar 2019
How organisations can navigate the IoT era
Internet of Things

How organisations can navigate the IoT era

Organisations must navigate IoT by integrating new technology, business processes, and collaboration, says CompTIA, despite the many challenges involved.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Feb 2019
CompTIA 2019 outlook - forget about the 'next big thing'
Internet of Things

CompTIA 2019 outlook - forget about the 'next big thing'

The IT industry is growing with no sign of slowing and CompTIA says it is time to focus on being holistic, not what's hot.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Jan 2019
Next big step in IT will be the 'fusion' of technologies
Unified Communications

Next big step in IT will be the 'fusion' of technologies

Digital transformation tools are providing great opportunities for organisations, but also bringing new challenges, according to a report by CompTIA.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Jan 2019
Transform responsibly - CompTIA's top 10 tech trends
Unified Communications

Transform responsibly - CompTIA's top 10 tech trends

From IoT to AI, these innovations have the greatest potential to make near-term impacts on business, but CompTIA warns to approach them with care.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Sep 2018
CompTIA's board of directors outline IT channel trends
Partner Programmes

CompTIA's board of directors outline IT channel trends

Enterprise tech companies are seeking new ways to boost profitability but face challenges such as workforce considerations, says the CompTIA board.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Aug 2018
How to guide decision makers on the DX journey
Digital Transformation

How to guide decision makers on the DX journey

IT managers and trusted partners need be able to clearly communicate the changes in the digital landscape in order to support business needs.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Jun 2018
Auckland, you're invited: Secure your spot at the MSP event of the year
IT Automation

Auckland, you're invited: Secure your spot at the MSP event of the year

Kaseya's MSP event on 22 May 2018 at Sofitel Auckland offers insights on cybersecurity, emerging tech, and growth strategies. Secure your spot today!.

By Julia Gabel • 1 min read • Mon, 7th May 2018
CompTIA launches global tech career directory for women and girls
Not for profit

CompTIA launches global tech career directory for women and girls

CompTIA's Advancing Women in Technology Community has created an online resource to help women and girls find their feet in the IT industry.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Sat, 5th May 2018
CALLING ALL MSPs: here are five crucial trends to consider in 2018
Data Analytics

CALLING ALL MSPs: here are five crucial trends to consider in 2018

CompTIA has revealed five key trends that it says are crucial considerations for MSPs looking to exceed in the marketplace.

By Patrick Martlew • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2018
Why culture is important when choosing a partner
Partner Programmes

Why culture is important when choosing a partner

When choosing a partner, businesses should first reflect on their culture, as a strong corporate culture leads to successful partnerships, say experts.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Feb 2018
CompTIA identifies 12 industry trends to watch in 2018
Artificial Intelligence

CompTIA identifies 12 industry trends to watch in 2018

Strong customer demand and new disruptive software have boosted IT industry executives' confidence for 2018, says CompTIA.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Feb 2018
CompTIA's nine steps to building a successful channel business
Sales

CompTIA's nine steps to building a successful channel business

CompTIA has outlined nine steps for building a successful channel business, including validating the market and choosing the right partners.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Dec 2017
CompTIA: Partner up for channel success
Partner Programmes

CompTIA: Partner up for channel success

Partnering strategically is key for channel success, says NextDC's Steve Martin at CompTIA ANZ webinar, urging businesses to invest or risk being left behind.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Nov 2017
CompTIA tells: How the channel can benefit from SaaS opportunities
Software-as-a-Service

CompTIA tells: How the channel can benefit from SaaS opportunities

Once viewed as something of a threat for channel businesses, SaaS is now a growth opportunity. So how can resellers capitalise on the growth market?.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Oct 2017