Stories by Heather - Page 14

PC shipments in New Zealand slumped in Q1, with exchange rates one of the key factors – and the months ahead aren't looking much better.

IT managers need to expand their security profile and think beyond software, taking security right down to the last endpoint – the data.

Violin Memory has 'started again' in New Zealand, with promises that this time, the flash storage provider plans to 'take it all the way'.

KPMG Australia has bought Asia Pacific cyber security technology integrator First Point Global for an undisclosed sum.

After plenty of speculation that 2degrees was about to be sold, it turns out they're the ones doing the buying.

Vendors and resellers alike are embarking on a new journey in security, according to newly appointed CISO for enterprise security vendor Blue Coat.

ASB's Russell Jones mixes tech and human touch to shape future banking, focusing on customer-centric innovation beyond just the bits and bytes.

On the security side, Hughes says it's a 'tough' job for the channel with cloud changing the security landscape.

Trend Micro is urging resellers to take a proactive role in advising customers of a zero-day vulnerability under attack affecting Adobe Flash Player.

Empired acquires Kiwi Intergen for AU$17.4m, creating the largest Microsoft services provider across the Tasman with 825 staff.

New Zealand's Xero has taken out the key award at this year's Silicon Valley Business App Awards, winning Best Overall App.

Xero recruits tech guru Andy Lark for its US expansion, aiming to build on its significant subscription revenue growth and market presence.

Comworth Group targets the US and Europe with its innovative Virsae software, aiming to become a global leader in unified communications.

Lifesize unveils a SaaS-based HD video conferencing service in New Zealand, aiming to simplify business communications with quality and affordability.

Unified Inbox acquires Smak, advancing in Asia and innovating with 'LifeModes' to enhance communication and productivity.

Dropbox is looking to convert NZ businesses to its Dropbox for Business offering and has launched its partner programme here.

Lenovo ANZ MD, Matt Codrington, outlines ambitious channel plans for NZ, despite regulatory silences on recent tech acquisitions.

No longer the domain solely of retail, digital signage is spreading its wings, creating a market with plenty to offer the reseller.

He may have abandoned a career as a psychiatric nurse, but Microsoft's partner account manager says that early job has stood him in good stead.

Microsoft expands Surface Pro sales in New Zealand, involving select resellers to cater directly to customers by September's end.