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NSW Govt extends partnership with MessageXchange
Government

NSW Govt extends partnership with MessageXchange

The partnership enables the entirety of the New South Wales Government to access the EDI service, known as Transactions.buy.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Jul 2021
Five considerations for government departments to move safely and securely to the cloud
Cybersecurity

Five considerations for government departments to move safely and securely to the cloud

With a spotlight securely on Australia's cybersecurity and defence strategy, it's essential that Australian government departments lead the way.

By Brent Paterson • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Jun 2021
Data#3 launches security initiative for Australia's WA Government Sector
Microsoft

Data#3 launches security initiative for Australia's WA Government Sector

Data#3 launches cybersecurity initiative for WA Government Sector, leveraging Microsoft licensing and expertise.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Jun 2021
Soprano Design sets its sights on AU govt agencies
Health Technologies

Soprano Design sets its sights on AU govt agencies

Soprano Design's 'whole of government solution' will be available for Australian government agencies to use for messaging and communications.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Feb 2021

Global Stories

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update on Milestone Systems
Software-as-a-Service

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update on Milestone Systems

In this interview, Brett discusses how the pandemic has affected the field for smart video deployments, new innovations for the company, and more.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Thu, 28th Oct 2021
NZ organisations risk being left behind in Artificial Intelligence plans
Artificial Intelligence

NZ organisations risk being left behind in Artificial Intelligence plans

New Zealand organisations are at risk of being left behind in AI adoption, with a stark divide in usage, warns report.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 21st Oct 2021
Gartner reveals Govt uncertainty around artificial intelligence
Unified Communications

Gartner reveals Govt uncertainty around artificial intelligence

Government employees are concerned about the impact of AI, according to Gartner. 36% plan to invest more in AI in 2021.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Oct 2021
The who's who of NZ's government & public cybersecurity agencies
Cybersecurity

The who's who of NZ's government & public cybersecurity agencies

From government agencies to public initiatives, here's an inside look at who protects New Zealand's digital landscape from cyber threats.

By Sara Barker • 14 min read • Thu, 30th Sep 2021
Qualtrics expands ANZ footprint with localised operations
Customer Relationship Management

Qualtrics expands ANZ footprint with localised operations

Qualtrics is expanding its public sector operations in Australia and New Zealand, aiming to help governments improve resident and employee experiences.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Sep 2021
ANZ government digital services better than private sector - study
Health Technologies

ANZ government digital services better than private sector - study

Four out of five Australians and New Zealanders believe digital government services are superior or on par with those from private businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 8 min read • Tue, 22nd Jun 2021
Gartner reveals latest forecast for government IT spending
Government

Gartner reveals latest forecast for government IT spending

Worldwide government IT spending is forecast to total $483 billion in 2021, an increase of 5.1% from 2020, according to the latest forecast by Gartner.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Feb 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is GBG?
Surveillance

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is GBG?

GBG regional general manager for ANZ, Carol Chris, discusses the key products and challenges faced by customers in the APAC region. #TechDay.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Wed, 24th Feb 2021
Ministry of Defence reports 546 potential data breaches over the year
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Ministry of Defence reports 546 potential data breaches over the year

In total there were 546 reported incidents of potential data breaches in the most recent financial year, up from 463 in the previous year (2018/19).

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Jan 2021
SOC as a Service market on the up, driven by greater focus on security
Semiconductors

SOC as a Service market on the up, driven by greater focus on security

The global System On a Chip (SOC) as a Service market is set to reach US$676.8 million by 2026, according to a new study from Valuates Reports.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Dec 2020

Stories from Other Regions

New Zealanders uneasy over automated decision-making
Government

New Zealanders uneasy over automated decision-making

New Zealanders are uneasy with how automated decision-making systems are used in society, particularly by the Government, according to new research.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Apr 2021
Govt supports seniors to embrace technology
Government

Govt supports seniors to embrace technology

Investment in digital literacy training for seniors has led to more than 250 people participating so far, helping them stay connected, the Government says.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Dec 2020
NZ small business to access Government digital boost training initiative
Government

NZ small business to access Government digital boost training initiative

New Zealand small businesses to benefit from Government-funded Digital Boost skills training and support initiative.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Dec 2020