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Teachers never fear - Microsoft assures tech won't replace you... yet
EduTech

Teachers never fear - Microsoft assures tech won't replace you... yet

Teachers are still crucial in the age of digital learning, according to Microsoft's Anthony Salcito. #Education #DigitalLearning #Teachers.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Nov 2016
Microsoft survey: The top skills students need for the future workplace
EduTech

Microsoft survey: The top skills students need for the future workplace

Transforming learning for the digital era has been the top agenda at this year's Bett Asia 2016 summit - here's some of their invaluable findings.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Nov 2016
Want to keep up with the digital era? How you can 'activate your data'
Data Analytics

Want to keep up with the digital era? How you can 'activate your data'

Here is an expert look into how data has evolved from being something that needed babysitting to a critical strategic asset for business growth.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Nov 2016
IT wins when these 4 sales challenges are solved
Sales

IT wins when these 4 sales challenges are solved

Here are the four top sales challenges and why IT & engineering departments should take note. Bottom line? IT & engineering win when they're solved.

By Ashton Young • 1 min read • Mon, 14th Nov 2016
AOC introduces the AG271QG - the newest weapon in the AGON arsenal
Gaming

AOC introduces the AG271QG - the newest weapon in the AGON arsenal

The AG271QG is a fantastic monitor, a testament to the quality work at AOC and a secret weapon for any gamer that uses it.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Nov 2016
How much is your tablet really costing you? Try this simple calculator
Mobility

How much is your tablet really costing you? Try this simple calculator

So you've found a tablet that off the shelf appears to offer great value for money. But have you considered its total cost of ownership (TCO)?.

By Ashton Young • 1 min read • Wed, 9th Nov 2016
Symantec Partner Engage 2016: Regional partner award winners
Partner Programmes

Symantec Partner Engage 2016: Regional partner award winners

A highlight of the event was the Partner awards, which recognise the commitment and dedication of Symantec and Blue Coat partners - here's who won.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Nov 2016
Bigger is better: Symantec announces world's largest set of threat data
Data Analytics

Bigger is better: Symantec announces world's largest set of threat data

Following their acquisition of Blue Coat just three months ago, Symantec recently announced the first positive spin-off.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Nov 2016
Symantec: Blue Coat acquisition a “work in progress”
Symantec

Symantec: Blue Coat acquisition a “work in progress”

Symantec's Global Partner Sales vice president spoke at a media briefing about what their acquisition of Blue Coat will mean for partners.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Nov 2016
PHOTO GALLERY: 2016 Gartner Symposium/ITxpo Gold Coast
Digital Transformation

PHOTO GALLERY: 2016 Gartner Symposium/ITxpo Gold Coast

This event has been marketed as the world's most important gathering of CIOs and senior IT executives check out some of the photos.

By Ashton Young • 1 min read • Thu, 27th Oct 2016
Big changes ahead - Gartner says ANZ IT spending to surpass $96b in 2017
Digital Transformation

Big changes ahead - Gartner says ANZ IT spending to surpass $96b in 2017

​Speaking to an audience of more than 1,500 CIOs and IT leaders, Gartner's SVP revealed good tidings for the ANZ IT industry.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Oct 2016
Gartner Symposium/ITxpo divulges critical future IT insights
Digital Transformation

Gartner Symposium/ITxpo divulges critical future IT insights

Opening in the Gold Coast this week, this event has been titled the 'world's most important gathering of CIOs and senior IT executives.'.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Oct 2016

Stories from Other Regions

Epson launches new and unrivalled innovation to the NZ market
Printing

Epson launches new and unrivalled innovation to the NZ market

​'More for less' is a common adage that people and businesses aspire to. With their latest innovation, Epson New Zealand has achieved it.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Nov 2016
Film review: The Sunset Song – a story of a woman's sheer grit
Gaming

Film review: The Sunset Song – a story of a woman's sheer grit

The simple fact that my girlfriend and I were talking about the film and comparing notes the whole way home says a lot about its integrity.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Nov 2016
You're invited: Ingram Micro Showcase 2016 – EARTHQUAKE UPDATE
Ingram Micro

You're invited: Ingram Micro Showcase 2016 – EARTHQUAKE UPDATE

Showcase 2016 provides the best opportunity of the year to network and experience demonstrations of the newest solutions, technologies and products.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
You're invited: Ingram Micro Showcase 2016 – NZ EARTHQUAKE UPDATE
Microsoft

You're invited: Ingram Micro Showcase 2016 – NZ EARTHQUAKE UPDATE

NZ's largest IT industry roadshow offers vendors a great opportunity to network and demonstrate their newest solutions, technologies and products.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
Ingram Micro collaboration provides a combo of internationally-acclaimed solutions
Desktop-as-a-Service

Ingram Micro collaboration provides a combo of internationally-acclaimed solutions

Ingram Micro and Connector Systems collaborate to offer IGEL and Lenovo solutions for businesses seeking performance and reliability in virtual workplaces.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Oct 2016
NZ's tech export sector is booming – who are the ones to watch?
Health Technologies

NZ's tech export sector is booming – who are the ones to watch?

The results of the recently released annual TIN100 Report revealed what tech companies, start-ups and even geographies are performing the best.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Oct 2016