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Every second counts: The importance of incident response
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Every second counts: The importance of incident response

As the risk of data breaches are not going away anytime soon, and effective incident responses have become paramount.

By Jon Cooper • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Jul 2018

Global Stories

Why SD-WAN is the next big thing in unified communications
Unified Communications

Why SD-WAN is the next big thing in unified communications

SD-WAN emerged as a key theme at the UC Expo in London and Enterprise Connect in Orlando, signalling a major shift in unified communications.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Jul 2018
Why quantum computing could be bigger than blockchain
Blockchain

Why quantum computing could be bigger than blockchain

Quantum computing is hailed as the next big thing, but it will take time to become a reality and won't solve everyday IT problems.

By Thomas LaRock • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Jul 2018
Why a cybersecurity awareness week is just not enough
Opinion

Why a cybersecurity awareness week is just not enough

From personal privacy to online scams, it seems almost every IT security-related issue now has its very own awareness week.

By Phil Kernick • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Jul 2018
Security takes priority, but is IoT security a barrier to deployment?
Semiconductors

Security takes priority, but is IoT security a barrier to deployment?

Security is critical in IoT deployment, with experts predicting it will compose 20% of annual security budgets. Is it, however, hindering progress?.

By Nick Sacke • 5 min read • Mon, 23rd Jul 2018
Is video communication still a relevant business tool?
Unified Communications

Is video communication still a relevant business tool?

Despite the rise of remote work, video communication remains a vital tool for improving employee engagement, trust, and productivity, says Zoom exec.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Jul 2018
Why Agile has become more prominent within projects in the manufacturing industry
DevOps

Why Agile has become more prominent within projects in the manufacturing industry

In today's increasingly competitive market, streamlining any product development process is key to a manufacturer's success.

By Robert Parker • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Jul 2018
Super-fast IoT enabled 5G is right around the corner - or is it?
Unified Communications

Super-fast IoT enabled 5G is right around the corner - or is it?

Steven Carlini says telcos are falling over themselves to be the first to offer 5G services, but it looks like Asian telcos have the inside line.

By Steven Carlini • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Jul 2018
Five reasons why we need to rethink software piracy
Software

Five reasons why we need to rethink software piracy

Businesses use software for efficiency and growth, but over a third use unlicensed versions. Here are five reasons to rethink software piracy.

By Gary Gan • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Jul 2018
How chatbots can enhance the customer experience
Unified Communications

How chatbots can enhance the customer experience

Companies are increasingly using chatbots in their mobile apps to enhance customer service and improve the overall customer experience.

By Dmitri Tcherevik • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Jul 2018
Extreme phishing: The rise of SMS scams & SMiShing around the globe
Phishing

Extreme phishing: The rise of SMS scams & SMiShing around the globe

Like phishing, SMiShing are scams that encourage users to urgently click on a link or respond directly with their personal and sensitive details.

By Tim Dillon • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Jul 2018
How every business can benefit from GDPR compliance
Data Protection

How every business can benefit from GDPR compliance

GDPR reshapes global business, forging data safety and consumer trust opportunities amidst complex compliance.

By Chris Tithof • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Jul 2018
Better together: Why IT and HR need a stronger bond
Digital Transformation

Better together: Why IT and HR need a stronger bond

To truly innovate, companies need HR and IT departments to break down silos and work together, ensuring technology adoption that benefits the entire business.

By Olivier Pestel • 5 min read • Tue, 17th Jul 2018
Developing a one-two punch for cloud security
Data Protection

Developing a one-two punch for cloud security

When data is regularly accessed from a myriad of devices outside the corporate firewall, strategies to maintain effective security have to evolve.

By David Shephard • 5 min read • Tue, 17th Jul 2018
How brick-and-mortar retail is becoming a leader in edge computing
DataCentre infrastructure

How brick-and-mortar retail is becoming a leader in edge computing

Schneider Electric's Dave Johnson says few industries feel the disruption of new digital business models more than traditional retailers.

By Dave Johnson • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Jul 2018

Stories from Other Regions

A clear definition of AI for colocation providers
DataCentre infrastructure

A clear definition of AI for colocation providers

Schneider Electric's Patrick Donovan discards all the hype and confusion surrounding 'AI' and paints a clear picture for now and the future.

By Patrick Donovan • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Jul 2018
Three ways of addressing the IT 'skills gap' in New Zealand
Recruitment

Three ways of addressing the IT 'skills gap' in New Zealand

New Zealand faces an IT skills gap as graduates and immigrant visas fall short of demand. Three key strategies can help bridge this gap.

By Kath Greenhough • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Jul 2018