Expert Opinions - Page 54

Why open banking is a good thing for New Zealand SMBs

Open banking is closer to reaching the New Zealand public, with a pilot project currently underway and due to wrap up by the end of the year.

By Nicole Buisson • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Aug 2018

Security Operations Centres

Deep dive: How AI empowers today's security operations analysts

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the Security Operations Center (SOC; reducing workload and improving detection times.

By Lionel Snell • 6 min read • Tue, 14th Aug 2018

Digital Transformation

Will virtual reality revolutionise staff training?

Virtual reality (VR) is revolutionizing staff training courses, providing an immersive and effective learning experience for the energy sector.

By Giovanni Polizzi • 4 min read • Tue, 14th Aug 2018

Crypto

How blockchain can foster initiative

The digital revolution has transformed industries, but it's the online community that's evolving the most. Blockchain could reshape the internet economy.

By Donika Kraeva • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Aug 2018

Software-as-a-Service

Why a cloud-first approach is the only valid one

Cloud computing has reached a tipping point, with 93% of organisations already relying on cloud services. The sky's the limit.

By Greig Schofield • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Aug 2018

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

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

Artificial Intelligence

Users, applications, and data: The new frontiers in identity

As digital transformation accelerates, enterprises face the daunting task of managing expanding user bases, exploding data, and a growing application landscape.

By Mark McClain • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Jul 2018

DataCentre infrastructure

5 data center ideas that would never have been imagined 50 years ago

From power backup to predictive maintenance, modern data centers have come a long way. Embracing new technology is key for businesses to stay competitive.

By Abby Gabriel • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Jun 2018

Unified Communications

How IT service desk admin jobs will be transformed by smart automation

Developments in AI technologies like ML and natural language processing will strengthen the connection between IT teams and their organisation.

By Ashwin Ram • 4 min read • Tue, 19th Jun 2018

DataCentre infrastructure

The hard question from Lenovo: Is your data centre sustainable?

Lenovo Data Centre Group's Rob Makin shares how organisations that embrace a green data centre strategy will be the winners long term.

By Rob Makin • 4 min read • Tue, 12th Jun 2018

Cartech

What we can learn from the car's journey to AI

From the first on-board computer in 1981 to today's AI advancements, the car's journey underscores a digital revolution in automotive technology.

By Roy Lurie • 5 min read • Wed, 6th Jun 2018

Data Analytics

How Big Data is slowly destroying our environment

I started my career around 30 years ago at one of the largest investment banks on Wall Street. Their data center was huge.

By David Leichner • 6 min read • Wed, 6th Jun 2018

Hyperscale

What role does AI have to play in the modern data centre?

Scale Computing's Jason Collier delves into the very hot topic of AI in data centres, including what organisations need to do moving forward.

By Jason Collier • 5 min read • Fri, 1st Jun 2018

Fintech

How to switch off when you're a small business owner

Taking time out allows you to focus on those important to you and strengthen relationships, which can be a vital reboot.

By Craig Hudson • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Jun 2018

Data Analytics

The value of integrating data and analytics for improved cybersecurity

Most companies have already invested in security solutions so it makes sense to optimise that investment where possible.

By Brian Landa • 4 min read • Tue, 29th May 2018

Migration

Three things to consider before moving to the cloud – Xero

Before moving to the cloud, Xero advises considering pain points, team frustrations, and early preparation to maximise the benefits of cloud solutions.

By Geoffrey Pyman • 3 min read • Fri, 25th May 2018