Upskilling stories - Page 24
Exclusive interview: Microsoft NZ talks partner training – and increased partner support
Mon, 7th Aug 2017
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software development
Microsoft is upping its in-house support for partners as it urges partners to up their training to fully capitalise on the DX opportunity.
Australian cybersecurity experts now worth a premium as skills shortage bites
Mon, 7th Aug 2017
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hays
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australian government
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skills gap
Hays, an employment and recruiting firm, has confirmed statistics showing a cyber skills shortage in Australia.
Wavelink looks to drive Fortinet business with new appointments
Mon, 26th Jun 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Wavelink is ramping up its focus on Fortinet, appointing two new staff to help expand the distributor’s Fortinet security business.
Eight chosen for first NZ employment social enterprise accelerator
Wed, 17th May 2017
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accelerator
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social enterprise
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ākina foundation
Launchpad Work, run by the Ākina Foundation, will work closely with the eight enterprises across a six-month period to accelerate their growth.
CompTIA roadmap for channel: Networking and getting involved required
Thu, 11th May 2017
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linkedin
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comptia
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partners
Networking and getting involved are key if the reseller channel wants to capitalise on opportunities and mitigate risks.
AI, cybersecurity critical skills for IT professionals - but upskilling isn't easy
Tue, 9th May 2017
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brocade
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skills gap
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upskilling
IT professionals view AI as a critical skill moving forward according to a new report which also highlights the skills shortage impact on businesses.
Addressing the cyber security skills gap
Mon, 8th May 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Ingram Micro’s Andrew Khan gives a quick rundown Fortinet’s multi-faceted approach to upskilling staff whilst reducing complexity.
Exclusive Networks wins big with Fortinet
Tue, 2nd May 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Exclusive Networks bags 4 big wins at Fortinet's Accelerate 2017, lauded for robust APAC growth and technical prowess in cybersecurity.
The future of automation in the workplace: increasing productivity and the emergence of New Collar workers
Tue, 11th Apr 2017
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it automation
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randstad
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employment
Automation is happening, whether we like it or not. And understandably, both employees and employers are fearful about the changes it will bring.
Kiwibank invests in financial future of young Banqers
Fri, 7th Apr 2017
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fintech
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e-learning
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finance, leasing & rental
Virtual economy programme, Banqer, is thriving in New Zealand schools with over 30,000 students benefiting from Kiwibank funding.
Exclusive: Time for reseller thought leadership in growth cybersecurity market
Mon, 13th Mar 2017
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cybersecurity
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duo
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distributors
Duo is calling on resellers to step up to the plate and provide more thought leadership as demand for security soars locally.
CyberArk expands partner program in privileged account security push
Tue, 21st Feb 2017
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healthtech
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cyberark
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retailers
CyberArk has ramped up its partner program in an effort to enhance its partners' privileged account security expertise and drive new business.
Desperately seeking funding: Youth life skills programme turns to crowdfunding
Wed, 15th Feb 2017
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crowdfunding
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pledgeme
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upskilling
Voice to Voice's lifeline dwindles with 9 days left in urgent $32k crowdfunding appeal to sustain youth upskilling.
Japan cybersecurity skills shortage in a 'state of urgency' before 2020 Olympics
Tue, 7th Feb 2017
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skills gap
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ni cybersecurity
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cyberbit
New cybersecurity center in Tokyo aims to address skills shortage in Japan ahead of 2020 Olympic Games. #cybersecurity #Tokyo2020.
Perfect storm ahead: Cybersecurity skills gap becoming a 'chasm'
Tue, 15th Nov 2016
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
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isaca
Cybersecurity skills shortage in Australia leaves companies vulnerable to data breaches, says ISACA. Breach costs average $3.46m. #cybersecurity.
The Mind Lab + NEXT Foundation award teacher for digital learning passion
Mon, 26th Sep 2016
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awards
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unitec
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the mind lab
Award honours Desirè Truter’s dedication to digital teaching at The Mind Lab, inspiring leaders in NZ education.
SAP expands Indian partner ecosystem with new three-point strategy
Thu, 22nd Sep 2016
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partner programmes
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sap
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smb
SAP unveils a new three-point strategy to expand its Indian partner ecosystem, aiming to bolster digital transformation, upskill partners, and support SMBs.
How IT grads are shining brightly in Summer of Tech's world
Wed, 14th Sep 2016
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cisco
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skills gap
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aura information security
Summer of Tech CEO, Ruth McDavitt, discusses the programme's success in bridging the gap between tertiary institutions and tech employers in New Zealand.
Commvault streamlines channel; NEXTGEN becomes sole NZ distributor
Wed, 7th Sep 2016
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partner programmes
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commvault
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nextgen distribution
Commvault has chosen NEXTGEN to serve as a single distributor for its New Zealand market as the company shifts to a value over volume model.
The network security skills shortage: Lack of trained professionals is a welcome mat for cybercriminals
Thu, 25th Aug 2016
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Ingram Micro’s Fortinet training will help you build in-house network security expertise, upskill your team and retain key staff.