Global Stories

The Channel investigates Forrester Distributor report: Part 2

Forrester reports 63% of Asia Pacific distributors optimistic for 2013 growth; eyes on brighter sales and new business despite 2012's lows.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Aug 2013

Information Communication & Technology

The Channel investigates Forrester Distributor report: Part 1

Asia Pacific distributors face tough times, with 42% reporting disappointing business outcomes in 2012, though optimism blooms for 2013.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Aug 2013

Unified Communications

Kiwi websites need to improve privacy info

Kiwi websites lag in privacy disclosures, finds a sweep by Privacy Commissioner Marie Shroff, urging better consumer info on data use.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2013

Government

75% of Govt CIO budgets flat or increasing

Despite a continuing drive to lower the cost of IT services, nearly 75% of government IT budgets globally were reported as flat or increasing in 2013.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2013

Unified Communications

Gen-i opens new $10.5m Christchurch data centre

Gen-i has opened a new $10.5m Tier 3 data centre in Christchurch, boosting its ability to meet demand for ICT solutions.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2013

Data Analytics

5 key questions to improve Big Data governance

Big data, dubbed 'the new oil', can raise significant risk, ranging from disastrous data breaches to privacy and compliance concerns.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2013

Apple

Kiwi tech firms unite in global security push

High-growth technology companies form the Security Technology Alliance, designed to create a new high-growth and high-value industry category for the country.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2013

Storage

Top storage concepts every virtualisation administrator should understand

Dell Software recommends gaining comprehensive storage knowledge to holistically manage the virtual environment.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sat, 10th Aug 2013

Information Communication & Technology

Kiwi IT customers ready to spend more…

New Zealand leads global customer satisfaction, with Kiwis eager to spend in IT services as satisfaction hits 92%.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Aug 2013

Disaster Recovery

Kiwi firms stick together during Wellington quake

Kiwi firms rally in quake's wake, with cloud tech swiftly buoying Enable Business back to operations amidst Wellington's tremors.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Aug 2013

Stories from Other Regions

Cloud Access Security Broker

Express Data and McAfee invites resellers to Networking & Info hour

Resellers, unlock McAfee's leading security solutions at Express Data's Info hour in Christchurch, Wellington, and Auckland this September.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 21st Aug 2013

Information Communication & Technology

Inviting all Auckland entrepreneurs...

Lillian Grace, founder of Wiki New Zealand, to inspire Auckland's entrepreneurs at AucklandICT on Aug 22. Tickets $25 on Eventbrite.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 21st Aug 2013

Government

IT industry better fit with NZ brand than dairy?

NZ's IT sector, touted as the new leading export, might eclipse dairy, amid calls for government support to boost growth.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Aug 2013

Information Communication & Technology

Auckland CBD should become 'Mini Silicon Valley'

Auckland's IT leader envisions a 'Mini Silicon Valley' at the city's heart, boosting collaboration and infrastructure for tech export growth.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2013

Information Communication & Technology

7 reasons why companies should monitor the competition's patents…

Companies eyeing the lead in the fast-paced tech race should vigilantly monitor rival patents - a strategy unlocking market insights and growth opportunities.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2013