About Shannon
Shannon Williams
Journalist
Shannon is a freelance editor and writer. As a professional content creator over the last ten years, Shannon has worked across many industries including tech, business and travel, in a variety of mediums including media, publishing, communications and social media. She has a knack for finding the right voice for her audience and relishes the opportunity to tell stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 436
Chorus UFB programme into 'the next phase'
Tue, 26th May 2015
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uc
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chorus
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telco
As demand for fibre becomes mainstream, the Chorus UFB programme has moved into the next phase, according to an update from Chorus,.
Is the Windows 10 new music app a Spotify clone?
Tue, 26th May 2015
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
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windows
Microsoft has released a glimpse of what it is planning for its music app coming with Windows 10, and it looks an awful lot like Spotify.
New GM for Canon Consumer Imaging business
Tue, 26th May 2015
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canon
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photography
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creative technologies
Adam Maxwell takes the helm as GM for Canon Consumer Imaging, touted to elevate customer engagement in the digital age.
Ten-year passports on the way as gov pushes online
Mon, 25th May 2015
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passports
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extend
Kiwi passports to return to 10-year validity, costing $180, says Minister of Internal Affairs Peter Dunne. #NZ #passports.
HP South Pacific signs up as ShoreTel reseller partner
Mon, 25th May 2015
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uc
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contact centre
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shoretel
ShoreTel announces HP South Pacific has joined its Champion Partner Program to provide unified communications services.
Did Apple accidentally leak the iPhone 6c?
Mon, 25th May 2015
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple fans in a frenzy over a possible iPhone 6c leak after an enigmatic photo appears on the company's website.
Fitbit leads wearable bands, Apple Watch to make impact
Mon, 25th May 2015
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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apple
Fitbit tops the sales figures, but research firm Canalys forecasts 20 million Apple Watches will be shipped in 2015.
Serko's annual loss widens, targets profitability in 2017
Mon, 25th May 2015
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software development
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serko
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expense management
Auckland-based travel firm Serko reports annual loss of $6.4m, but expects to be profitable in H1 2017. Revenue up 55% to $10.4m.
No pay rises for educators in Budget 2015?
Mon, 25th May 2015
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edutech
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nzei te riu roa
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budget
Educators might not see salary increases as Budget 2015 makes little provision for pay rises, says New Zealand Educational Institute.
Why AANPM is critical to your business
Mon, 25th May 2015
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apm
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wireless networks
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software development
Modern IT organisations need a way to guarantee the delivery of applications that drive the growth and success of their business.
Borderless enterprise: the challenges it brings for IT
Fri, 22nd May 2015
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fluke networks
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borderless enterprise
The expansion of the borderless enterprise is increasing the difficulty for IT to ensure the end-user experience and business of its workforce.
Will Windows 10 save PC sales?
Fri, 22nd May 2015
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microsoft
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windows
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intel
With a global PC market slump of 7% in Q1 2015, analysts remain sceptical that the launch of Windows 10 will revive PC sales despite Microsoft's efforts.
Kiwi retailers disadvantaged by Budget 2015
Fri, 22nd May 2015
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nz retailers association
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budget
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retail
The NZ Retailers Association has criticised the government’s Budget 2015 announcements yesterday, saying it is deeply disappointing for retailers.
Do you have Type 1 or Type 2 IT?
Fri, 22nd May 2015
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devops
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apm
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software development
IT Masters at Charles Sturt University explores the clash of Traditional IT with Agile IT, urging companies to consider bimodal strategies.
Education pushing APAC Chromebook sales
Fri, 22nd May 2015
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personal computing devices
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mobility
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tablets & laptops
Education has driven worldwide Chromebook sales to end users to reach 7.3 million units in 2015, up 27% from the year before.
Windows 10 Enterprise: the details
Thu, 21st May 2015
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windows
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industrial
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retail
Windows 10 Enterprise is designed to meet the demands of medium and large sized organisations, building on the features of Windows 10 Pro.
Budget 2015 sees boost for NZ broadband initiatives
Thu, 21st May 2015
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uc
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telco
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rural broadband initiative
Budget 2015 sets aside funding to deliver on the Government’s commitment to roll out world-class internet connectivity for New Zealanders.
More than half of IT workers plan to change jobs in the next year
Thu, 21st May 2015
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recruitment
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clicks it
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extend
Over half of IT professionals in the UK are planning to change jobs in the next year, a new survey has revealed.
Ex Vodafone exec shifts to Plan B
Thu, 21st May 2015
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cx
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martech
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analyst report
Plan B has appointed former Vodafone enterprise director Grant Hopkins as its chief commercial officer, which will focus on customer experience.
The case for Apple in the classroom
Thu, 21st May 2015
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edutech
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple believes technology can transform classrooms, offering solutions like iPad and Mac to engage students. #EdTech #ClassroomTransformation.