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How cloud, IoT and digital services have driven the development of DCIM as a service

Wed, 3rd May 2017
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Clearly the big trends which affect IT specifically and many vertical sectors generally, are also having an impact on the data center.
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Study finds critical shortage of IT skills in the next decade

Mon, 1st May 2017
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Organisations that address this now will be in the strongest position to ensure business growth and competitive advantage.
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Aussie IT teams not prepared for digital business demands, report says

Fri, 28th Apr 2017
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More than half of Australian IT teams will struggle to meet the demands of digital business over the next 12 months.
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LinkedIn integration with Microsoft Dynamics 365 announced

Wed, 26th Apr 2017
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Microsoft has unveiled new business solutions and capabilities for Microsoft Dynamics 365 to empower companies to transform digitally.
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Kiwi company's game-changing global audience demand measurement platform

Wed, 26th Apr 2017
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Parrot Analytics' platform lets media companies understand audience demand for content across all content distribution platforms worldwide.
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The $3T opportunity that isn't: IoT opportunity 'dramatically over-inflated'

Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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IoT market value will be measured in billions, not trillions, come 2025, Strategy Analytics says. But services still present a big opportunity.
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Don't buy the elixir of youth: Machine learning is not magic

Tue, 18th Apr 2017
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If someone told you they had a magic elixir that would heal all your illnesses or injuries, and make you young again, would you believe them?.
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Gartner: Why there is No Intelligence in AI

Mon, 13th Mar 2017
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Gartner debunks AI hyperbole, explaining 'intelligence' as a misnomer for the evolving landscape of astonishing tech advancements.
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Xero forms workforce management partnership with Deputy

Thu, 2nd Mar 2017
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Xero has partnered with workforce management solutions firm Deputy to simplify scheduling and streamline employee communication.
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Paying for what you use – too much to expect from SaaS?

Wed, 22nd Feb 2017
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In an era where more organisations have SaaS enterprise contracts due for renewal, a degree of dissatisfaction with SaaS commercials is emerging.
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K​iwi tech start up launches new software to help schools communicate

Tue, 7th Feb 2017
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Arrowtown-based tech start up Virtual Industries Group has developed a new Software-as-as-Service product called Message My Way.
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Artificial intelligence: IBM and Microsoft CEOs talk about 'new collar' jobs

Mon, 23rd Jan 2017
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IBM CEO Ginni Rometty and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella discussed the impact of AI on jobs at the World Economic Forum.
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The chatbot comeback – is your business ready?

Thu, 19th Jan 2017
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Despite being born in 2011, it has only been in the last couple of years that businesses have begun to realise how valuable chatbots could be.
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2017 forecast: IoT devices to continue their steady surge in AU

Wed, 18th Jan 2017
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While the growth of IoT devices is predicted to continue its dramatic growth in AU in 2017, there are still concerns around its security.
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Oracle expands cloud business in 3 new regions, APAC coming soon

Wed, 18th Jan 2017
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Oracle bolsters its global cloud reach, announcing new data centers in the UK, Virginia, and Turkey with APAC growth on the horizon.
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Who is in the heavyweight line-up of speakers at the 2017 CIO Forum?

Wed, 18th Jan 2017
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Here are some insights into some of the big international names that will be sharing their invaluable knowledge - including the FBI and Volvo!.
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Australia leading the world in AI technology

Wed, 18th Jan 2017
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Australian businesses are spending big on AI technology, investing on average $6 million a year - a huge sum that is second only to the US.
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Global MSP sets down roots in APAC with new Sydney-based HQ

Tue, 17th Jan 2017
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Global managed service provider Continuum has set its sights on Asia Pacific with a new regional headquarters in Sydney as it continues expansion.
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Exclusive - IoT: Are we deaf to the machines?

Thu, 12th Jan 2017
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From the devices in our homes, our cars, our work and even to the devices we wear, they are all talking - why are we wasting this useful information?.
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NZ leading in digital govt, set to host digital leaders summit

Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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New Zealand to host international digital leaders summit in 2018 and becomes chair of D5 group of nations. #DigitalTransformation.