COVID-19 stories - Page 33
Epic Games now worth $17 billion after new round of investment
Mon, 10th Aug 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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console gaming
One particularly large chunk of the funding came from Sony, in the form of a $250 million strategic investment, which the company announced last month.
Cyber-attacks thrust IT compliance to the top of the business agenda
Mon, 10th Aug 2020
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risk & compliance
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stax
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covid-19
Amid the surge in cyber-attacks, compliance in IT has become more critical than ever, pushing it to the forefront of business priorities.
Zebra launches new proximity solution designed for post COVID-19 workforce
Fri, 7th Aug 2020
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain & logistics
Zebra Technologies introduces proximity sensing, alerting and contact tracing software for enterprises to protect employee health in the workplace.
COVID-19 highlighted the importance of NZ's telecommunications networks -TCF
Fri, 7th Aug 2020
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telco
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New Zealand's telecommunications networks will drive the post-COVID rebuild, says the New Zealand Telecommunications Forum.
It’s not in the post: How an SMS document platform can streamline the contact centre
Fri, 7th Aug 2020
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martech
Switching from traditional mail to an SMS document platform can save contact centres time and money, cutting costs by as much as AUD $275,000 monthly.
Location tech crucial for the future of transport and logistics, research finds
Thu, 6th Aug 2020
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robots
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supply chain & logistics
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transport
Location technologies are driving post-COVID growth in transport and logistics, with Asia-Pacific telematics revenue forecast to reach USD $14 billion by 2025.
Alteryx and onepoint bring data-led solutions to disparate workforces
Thu, 6th Aug 2020
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Alteryx and onepoint have partnered to provide data-led solutions for workforces in the Asia Pacific region, focusing on post-pandemic challenges.
How Kiwi FinTech is helping keep NZ’s economy on track
Thu, 6th Aug 2020
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fintech
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sharesies
Three Kiwi company founders explain how they are helping the post-COVID-19 economic recovery with a mix of innovation and heart.
Revealed: COVID-19's impact on internet disruptions
Wed, 5th Aug 2020
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outage
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disruption
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digital disruption
Global internet disruptions have surged by 63% during the COVID-19 pandemic, with ISPs particularly affected, according to a report by ThousandEyes.
The four key practices of supply chain strategies, according to Accenture
Wed, 5th Aug 2020
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supply chain & logistics
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accenture
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inventory management systems
Only 10% of companies have a customer-centric supply chain that is resilient, according to a report by Accenture.
COVID-19 means New Zealand's tech sector is more important than ever - NZTech
Wed, 5th Aug 2020
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nztech
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COVID-19 is driving New Zealand's digital future, says NZTech chair Mitchell Pham, as tech businesses adapt and innovate.
What’s driving innovation in trades and construction in NZ
Wed, 5th Aug 2020
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fintech
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financial systems
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accounting systems
Job management software and digital accounting tools are being increasingly utilised in the industry, which has traditionally been a digital laggard.
COVID-19 hits smartphone market hard, with all but Apple sales down
Tue, 4th Aug 2020
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple defied the impact of COVID-19 on the smartphone market, as sales dropped for all vendors except them, says Canalys.
Visibility key to resilient supply chain amid COVID-19
Thu, 30th Jul 2020
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supply chain & logistics
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infor
Ideally, any party should at any time be able to answer the question: ‘Where is my stuff, and when will it arrive?’.
CrowdStrike announces two executive hires, with aim to expand in ANZ
Wed, 29th Jul 2020
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CrowdStrike strengthens its senior management team in Australia and New Zealand with the appointment of Jade Porter and Paul Salmon.
Technology key to success for Aussie businesses following COVID-19
Tue, 28th Jul 2020
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digital transformation
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epicor
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covid-19
Australian businesses are feeling increasing competition due to COVID-19 impact on supply chains, says Epicor Global Growth Index.
Businesses to prioritise employee engagement, brand reputation and corporate strategy post COVID-19
Mon, 27th Jul 2020
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isentia
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covid-19
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communication
Businesses to prioritize employee engagement, brand reputation, and corporate strategy, says Isentia research. #CorporateAffairs #CommunicationStrategy.
CrowdStrike uncovers key cybersecurity findings following COVID-19
Mon, 27th Jul 2020
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
Businesses worldwide prioritize cybersecurity investment amid remote working surge, with technology budgets expected to rise.
CIOs must be investing in adaptiveness post COVID-19, Forrester finds
Thu, 23rd Jul 2020
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business success
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analyst report
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covid-19
CIOs must invest in adaptiveness to overcome post-pandemic challenges, says Forrester. Adaptive enterprises will be the most successful.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Congress Rental?
Thu, 23rd Jul 2020
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fintech
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techday
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finance, leasing & rental
TechDay speaks to Congress Rental MD Jeremy Ducklin about how the company has expanded into new markets amid the pandemic.