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Patch Tuesday has revealed 61 vulnerabilities
Software Development

Patch Tuesday has revealed 61 vulnerabilities

Microsoft's May 2024 Patch Tuesday addresses 61 vulnerabilities, including three zero-days. Two critical RCE flaws and browser patches are also highlighted.

By Adam Barnett • 4 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024
Orbus Software launches first Power Automate connector for OrbusInfinity
Low code & No code

Orbus Software launches first Power Automate connector for OrbusInfinity

Orbus Software introduces the first Microsoft Power Automate connector for its flagship platform, OrbusInfinity, revolutionising inter-application automation tasks and processes.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd May 2024
Operation Texonto spreads false war info, reveals ESET Research
Cybersecurity

Operation Texonto spreads false war info, reveals ESET Research

Operation Texonto, a disinformation scheme targeting Ukrainians with war-related false information via spam emails, has been discovered by ESET Research.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Feb 2024
How CFOs can turn challenges into business opportunities during turbulent operating conditions
Digital Transformation

How CFOs can turn challenges into business opportunities during turbulent operating conditions

Amidst operating turbulence, CFOs in Australia and New Zealand are embracing agility, digital transformation, and supply chain resilience to effectively navigate and leverage business hurdles for growth opportunities.

By Jonathan Beeby • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2024
Gallagher Security plays key role in securing world's largest office building
Microsoft

Gallagher Security plays key role in securing world's largest office building

Gallagher Security ensures safety at the world's largest commercial office building, the Surat Diamond Bourse in India.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023
Singapore workers confident in remote relocation potential
Microsoft

Singapore workers confident in remote relocation potential

Over half of Singapore's workers believe their firms would permit them to relocate abroad and stay employed, a study finds.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Nov 2023
Microsoft 365 Copilot: The big bet on AI-Enhanced productivity
Artificial Intelligence

Microsoft 365 Copilot: The big bet on AI-Enhanced productivity

Microsoft launches Microsoft 365 Copilot, an AI-powered add-on for Office apps, projected to generate $10 billion revenue by 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Nov 2023
Datasec Solutions & HP form alliance to enhance edge security solutions
Data Protection

Datasec Solutions & HP form alliance to enhance edge security solutions

Datasec Solutions and HP have partnered to improve edge security, planning to deliver advanced, anti-phishing authentication solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Nov 2023
Transforming office desks into stress-free sanctuaries
Human Capital Management

Transforming office desks into stress-free sanctuaries

Jenny Folley, CEO of @WORKSPACES, champions stress-free office transformations post-COVID for improved well-being.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Oct 2023
Beware the hidden cost in Microsoft cross-tenant migration
Migration

Beware the hidden cost in Microsoft cross-tenant migration

A robust, feature-rich third-party tool takes out the lion's share of the risk that's inherent with a large, customer-critical migration.

By Tim O’Neill • 5 min read • Mon, 2nd Oct 2023
Microsoft unveils Copilot: A leap forward in AI-powered productivity
Artificial Intelligence

Microsoft unveils Copilot: A leap forward in AI-powered productivity

Microsoft launches AI-powered assistant, Microsoft 365 Copilot, integrating AI capabilities into its popular products to redefine user experience.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 23rd Sep 2023
Lessons for B2B SaaS Buyers from the Consumer Subscription Cull
Software-as-a-Service

Lessons for B2B SaaS Buyers from the Consumer Subscription Cull

In this article, we'll explore the challenges SaaS sprawl creates and how businesses can build a strategic SaaS stack with a subscription cull of their own.

By Sven Lackinger • 5 min read • Thu, 1st Jun 2023

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CyberCX opens largest New Zealand office in historic building
Semiconductors

CyberCX opens largest New Zealand office in historic building

CyberCX opens its largest office in New Zealand, housing over 100 cyber security professionals to bolster local cyber defence.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
JDD Furniture & Aston University unite to enhance efficiency
Artificial Intelligence

JDD Furniture & Aston University unite to enhance efficiency

Birmingham's JDD Furniture partners with Aston University in a Knowledge Transfer Partnership to bolster production efficiency amidst rising post-pandemic demand for custom office furniture.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: People count (not just accountants)
Microsoft

IWD 2024: People count (not just accountants)

Zuto's COO underlines the importance of diverse, strong teams that align with ESG considerations, attributing their recent B Corp certification and growth to a people-first approach.

By Aimee Gethin • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
Great Office Return sees 92% of firms initiate mandatory in-office policy
Human Capital Management

Great Office Return sees 92% of firms initiate mandatory in-office policy

Amid the 2023 'Year of the Great Office Return', 92% of UK firms enacted mandatory in-office policies leading to 40% reinstating a full workweek, despite notable commuting costs and disruptions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jan 2024
Layer3 unveils Secure Anywhere cloud security for NZ small businesses
Unified Communications

Layer3 unveils Secure Anywhere cloud security for NZ small businesses

Layer3 unveils Secure Anywhere, a cloud-based security solution, allowing secure global connectivity for small and medium-sized businesses.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sun, 5th Nov 2023