Legacy stories

Johnson Controls appoints Joakim Weidemanis as new CEO
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Johnson Controls has appointed Joakim Weidemanis as Chief Executive Officer, starting 12 March 2025, succeeding George R. Oliver who becomes Non-Executive Chairman.

Port of Tauranga enhances efficiency with automated robots
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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New Zealand's Port of Tauranga is utilising robots to revitalise legacy IT systems and ease staff workloads, significantly enhancing operational efficiency.

Consumer concern over posthumous digital identity theft grows
Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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A Kaspersky survey reveals 61% of consumers fear posthumous digital identity theft, highlighting ethical concerns and privacy issues in the digital age.

Celebrating win-win-win-win relationships in business
Mon, 8th Jul 2024
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SailPoint's collaboration with Baidam exemplifies a powerful business model, blending commercial success with social responsibility to drive reconciliation and support First Nations communities.

Unlocking leadership excellence in the digital age: Satya Nadella's blueprint for tech leaders
Tue, 16th Apr 2024
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Satya Nadella’s leadership ethos, combining authenticity, empathy, and intent, redefines success in the digital era, transforming both Microsoft's journey and tech industry paradigms.

Accenture report reveals legacy tech debt hindrance for CSPs' growth
Thu, 29th Feb 2024
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Accenture report reveals over 75% of Communication Service Providers grapple with legacy tech debt, impeding growth and business agility, despite strive for IT transformation.

Legacy IT infrastructure dims sustainable future – study
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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Legacy tech causes sustainability woes for 63% of IT leaders, despite 86% recognising efficiency's crucial role, according to a new study.

Evergreen Services Group acquires Lancom in noteworthy expansion
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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Evergreen Services Group acquires Lancom Technology, marking its first expansion into Australia and New Zealand in the managed IT and software services sector.

Fran Rosch takes over as CEO of Imprivata from Gus Malezis
Tue, 12th Dec 2023
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Fran Rosch assumes role as CEO of digital identity firm Imprivata, succeeding Gus Malezis from Jan 1, 2024.

Titan of Tech - Jess Firth of EsseVault
Fri, 18th Aug 2023
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Jess Firth, Founder and CEO of EsseVault, is revolutionizing digital legacy management with his secure online platform.

Updating legacy systems amongst biggest challenges in telecoms
Tue, 20th Jun 2023
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IFS study reveals challenges and priorities for Communication Service Providers in 2023. Shifting regulations and technology upgrades among key concerns.

A solution to the security challenge of legacy applications
Tue, 24th Jan 2023
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Legacy applications are vulnerable to hackers due to outdated security measures. Application-aware workload protection offers a solution.

Aussie banks struggle to make headway on digitisation plans
Tue, 11th Oct 2022
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Operational hurdles, regulatory challenges, legacy technologies, and skills gaps are slowing down the momentum as banks look to stay competitive.

Trellix enables greater cyber resiliency with extended XDR platform
Thu, 29th Sep 2022
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Trellix expands its XDR platform, offering cyber resiliency and improved security operations for over 40,000 customers.

Mighty Ape appoints Gracie MacKinlay as Chief Gorilla
Fri, 10th Jun 2022
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New Zealand's Mighty Ape appoints Gracie MacKinlay as Chief Gorilla, with founder Simon Barton moving into the role of CFO and mentoring MacKinlay.

How to modernise legacy apps without compromising security
Wed, 18th May 2022
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At a time when digital transformation has become central to business, even the most important applications come with a ‘use-by’ date.

When technology overstays its welcome
Fri, 11th Feb 2022
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Battles with ‘legacy’ systems have transitioned into broader battles with ‘tech debt’, but the root cause and resolution options are still much the same.

Vital assets: Why modernising your organisation’s finance function has never been more important
Mon, 24th Jan 2022
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COVID-19 has highlighted the need for finance teams to adapt and invest in digital transformation, as outdated tools hinder growth and deter top talent.

Manufacturers struggle to close security gaps as they undergo digital transformation
Thu, 13th Jan 2022
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Combining new and legacy operational technology has left manufacturers vulnerable to cyberattacks, says ISG report.

Legacy tech will never be dead – it’s a hybrid cloud world forever
Tue, 11th Jan 2022
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Legacy technology is here to stay, so businesses must find a way to make it work alongside modern systems. Automation and hybrid IT provide the solution.