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Exclusive: Lenovo's Kirat Khara discusses how AI is shaping the future of ANZ businesses

Kirat Khara of Lenovo discusses AI's rising influence in ANZ businesses, highlighting the urgency for channel partners to educate and maximise its potential.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024

Partner Programmes

Atturra acquires NZ's Plan B for NZD20M to expand services

Atturra has acquired New Zealand's Plan B for NZD20M to enhance its cloud and managed services, expanding its reach across Australia and New Zealand.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024

Hybrid Cloud

Generative AI's growing role in ANZ business by 2025

As 2025 nears, generative AI is poised to transform business operations in ANZ, with IT spending projected to hit AUD $147 billion, according to Cloudera.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024

Firewalls

Cybersecurity predictions for 2025: Automation & AI risks

Barracuda Networks predicts that by 2025, cyber threats will become more automated, with increased attacks on critical infrastructure and cloud services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024

Software-as-a-Service

Keepit appoints Fahad Qureshi as VP of Sales for Americas

Keepit has appointed Fahad Qureshi as Vice President of Sales for the Americas and ANZ, aiming to expand its market presence with his extensive expertise.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024

Firewalls

Trend Vision One for MSPs sees rapid adoption & demand

Trend Micro's Trend Vision One for Managed Service Providers is witnessing rapid growth, with nearly all beta users opting to continue after testing.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024

Data Protection

Commvault enhances APAC leadership with key appointments

Commvault has appointed Jill Macmurchy as Chief Customer Officer and Craig Bastow as Area Vice President for Australia and New Zealand to enhance APAC leadership.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024

Software-as-a-Service

Zoom appoints Mike Johnson as Head of Channel for ANZ

Zoom has appointed Mike Johnson as Head of Channel for Australia and New Zealand, with a focus on enhancing channel growth in the region.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Nov 2024

Data governance

Infosys finds only 2% of companies ready for AI integration

A new report reveals that 98% of global companies are unprepared for AI integration, highlighting significant gaps in technology and workforce readiness.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024

Email Security

EasyDMARC appoints Allan Richards to boost global MSP growth

EasyDMARC has appointed Allan Richards as its new Global MSP Growth Lead to strengthen its partner relationships and boost email security solutions.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024

Customer Experience

Xero appoints Angad Soin as MD for Australia & New Zealand

Xero has appointed Angad Soin as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, enhancing its strategic focus in the region while he retains his global role.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024

DevOps

ANZ leads in observability investment & business value

Splunk's latest report reveals that organisations in Australia and New Zealand lead global observability spending, investing AUD $3.4 million annually.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024

Customer Experience

Exclusive: Celonis expands ANZ footprint with bold growth plans

Celonis is expanding its presence in Australia and New Zealand, aiming for growth and partnerships while targeting the broader Asia-Pacific market.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024

AIOps

Observability cuts outage costs for ANZ businesses in 2024

A new report reveals ANZ businesses face outage costs of USD $2.2 million per hour, highlighting the critical need for full-stack observability in 2024.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2024

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

CrowdStrike appoints Louis Tague as ANZ Sales VP

CrowdStrike has appointed Louis Tague as Vice President of Sales for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to boost growth in the cybersecurity market.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024

Ransomware

Data breaches fall but AI & ransomware challenge finserv

Thales' 2024 Data Threat Report reveals a reduction in data breaches within financial services, but concerns over ransomware and GenAI adoption persist.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024

Customer Relationship Management

Crayon enhances Partner Connections for ANZ tech growth

Crayon has launched its Partner Connections programme to boost tech growth in ANZ, connecting businesses with experts to ease collaboration challenges.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Oct 2024

Internet of Things

Chyma achieves first APAC hospitality accreditation from ALE

Chyma becomes the first Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise Hospitality Solution Accredited partner in APAC, highlighting their strategic focus on the hospitality sector.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2024

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Partner Programmes

HCLTech & Transport for NSW extend partnership to 2028

HCLTech and Transport for NSW have extended their partnership for five years to enhance transport services and customer experiences in New South Wales.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024

Blockchain

Visa & ANZ join HKMA e-HKD Pilot Programme for cross-border payments

Visa and ANZ have been selected for Hong Kong's second e-HKD Pilot Programme phase, focusing on cross-border payments and tokenised investment assets.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2024