IT Brief Australia - Technology news for CIOs & IT decision-makers

Australia & New Zealand stories - Page 19

Techday b0f5c0c94e66ed8b6590

CFOs & CIOs in ANZ align to optimise tech investments

Thu, 25th Jul 2024
#
cx
#
martech
#
financial systems
A new report reveals CFOs and CIOs in ANZ are tightening collaborations to ensure technology investments deliver tangible business results.
Chris zamagias(2)

Trend Micro appoints Chris Zamagias to lead ANZ partnerships

Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
#
application security
#
cybersecurity
#
trend micro
Trend Micro appoints Chris Zamagias as Head of Partnerships and Alliances for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to strengthen channel relationships and enhance cybersecurity.
Techday 6851266dc8da5dbbe8b1

World AI Day highlights AI's transformative power & potential

Tue, 16th Jul 2024
#
edutech
#
ai
#
education, learning & training
AI leaders anticipate pivotal transformations across business, education, and transport sectors as stakeholders reflect on advancements ahead of World AI Day on 16th July.
Techday c5223dc1ad919766194c

Barhead wins Microsoft ANZ Social Impact award for CFP solution

Mon, 15th Jul 2024
#
partner programmes
#
agentic ai
#
copilots
Barhead Solutions has been honoured with the 2024 Microsoft ANZ Social Impact Partner of the Year Award for its innovative Consensus for Purpose solution.
Techday 9ba3e27758ebaada921e

Azul appoints Aquion as new ANZ distributor to lower Java costs

Wed, 10th Jul 2024
#
martech
#
software development
#
java
Aquion becomes Azul's new distributor in Australia and New Zealand, aiming to cut Java licensing costs and enhance application performance amid rising Oracle Java expenses.
Techday f68172ebdbb80e3fe474

Adobe report: APJ leads in GenAI adoption over US and Europe

Tue, 9th Jul 2024
#
martech
#
genai
#
ai
Adobe's latest report reveals the Asia Pacific and Japan region leads in generative AI adoption, outpacing the US and Europe with a 65% implementation rate.
Dematic at cemat

Dematic to reveal latest warehouse automation at CeMAT Australia

Thu, 4th Jul 2024
#
supply chain
#
integrated systems
#
oem
Dematic will showcase its latest warehouse automation technologies at CeMAT Australia in Melbourne from 23-25 July, featuring innovations like the Virtual Hub and AMRs.
Untitled design  1

Outsized expands into ANZ region amid growing talent demand

Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
#
digital transformation
#
ai
#
cybersecurity
Outsized has announced its expansion into the Australian and New Zealand markets, addressing the rising demand for skilled independent talent in key sectors.
Techday eeb5774741b84872ca9b

ANZ employees most likely to fall for phishing, report reveals

Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
#
malware
#
ransomware
#
advanced persistent threat protection
A KnowBe4 report reveals that over a third of ANZ employees are likely to fall for phishing scams, surpassing rates in North America and South America.
Techday f19f25b2300f4af607d3

ShipStation unveils new features ahead of Australian EOFY sales

Thu, 27th Jun 2024
#
cx
#
martech
#
transparency
ShipStation has launched new features to aid Australian retailers in optimising shipping processes, anticipating an AUD $800 million boost in EOFY sales.
Techday 6845ae04aabf4700d369

NICE recognised as top employer by Great Place To Work

Tue, 18th Jun 2024
#
uc
#
hcm
#
connected
NICE has been certified by Great Place To Work for 2024, with 84% of employees praising it as a great place to work, far surpassing Australia's 56% average.
Mugshot

Neat launches Neat Center in Australia & New Zealand

Thu, 6th Jun 2024
#
uc
#
ai
#
hybrid & remote work
Norwegian firm Neat launches its Neat Center in Australia and New Zealand, as hybrid work fuels demand for advanced video conferencing tech priced at USD $2,290.
Img s7cjkgvchzmcpd5swiylwqs1

OneAdvanced integrates Australian software to boost growth

Thu, 6th Jun 2024
#
healthtech
#
government
#
software
OneAdvanced has successfully integrated three Australian software firms, launching six portfolios to drive growth and enhance customer value across ANZ.
Img uuonn2r63fwhf8lemc0jityt

Zero Trust study highlights rising concern over identity security

Tue, 4th Jun 2024
#
network infrastructure
#
ransomware
#
cloud services
Identities top the list of priority risks for organisations' Zero Trust strategies, reveals a global study by Entrust, highlighting a shift from compliance to pre-emptive security efforts.
Img rxz5ygfwe1iqmzpyss5cvfkv

Tech Data acquires Orca Technology to boost IT security in ANZ

Tue, 4th Jun 2024
#
hyperscale
#
public cloud
#
microsoft
Tech Data, a part of TD SYNNEX, has acquired Orca Technology, an IT security distributor in ANZ. The move boosts Tech Data's IT security arsenal.
Andrew philips

Freshworks appoints Andrew Phillips as new VP of Sales for ANZ

Mon, 3rd Jun 2024
#
hyperscale
#
public cloud
#
it automation
Freshworks appoints Andrew Phillips as the new Country Manager and VP of Sales for ANZ, aiming to enhance market presence with advanced generative AI features.
Img 7058 720

Craig McGregor joins Okta to lead ANZ partner strategy

Wed, 29th May 2024
#
digital transformation
#
iam
#
cybersecurity
Craig McGregor has been appointed as Okta's Director of Partners and Alliances for ANZ, aiming to fortify its Partner-First Model in the region.
Img empvig9ae3z4k8odom8hdpmj

Wavelink & Swimlane partner to boost AI security in ANZ

Tue, 21st May 2024
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
ai
#
cybersecurity
Wavelink partners with Swimlane to enhance security in Australia and New Zealand with AI-enhanced automation, aiming for increased efficiency and reduced costs.
Img s4juwtnzhznxnynjq92sukst

Australian budget overlooks cybersecurity amidst AI threats

Wed, 15th May 2024
#
edutech
#
power / energy
#
ai
Despite addressing innovation and renewable energy, Australia's recent budget missed crucial investments in cybersecurity, raising AI threat concerns.
Sam salehi

Qualys appoints Sam Salehi as Managing Director for ANZ region

Tue, 14th May 2024
#
ai security
#
risk & compliance
#
cybersecurity
Cybersecurity firm Qualys appoints Sam Salehi as new Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, leveraging his 18 years of expertise to drive growth and enhance customer value in the region.