Work from Home (WFH) stories - Page 49
In what most systems administrators may well imagine were the good old days, work was as much a place as an activity. Today, people work from anywhere. While this delivers advantages including flexibility, potentially better productivity and the promise of an improved work/life balance while attracting staff regardless of where they might live, it is not without its challenges. Security and access to company resources is more complex, while appropriate devices, connectivity and even workspaces must be considered.

Why zero trust is the best security strategy for mobile computing - Zscaler
Mon, 11th Nov 2019
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endpoint protection
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edr
Zero trust network access is helping organisations address the protection problem posed by mobile computing and cloud-based applications.

8x8, Poly and ScanSource join forces for cloud UC
Tue, 5th Nov 2019
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plantronics
The joint programme, CloudFuel, will help organisations move to cloud technology for unified communications, collaboration and contact centre.

New Savi wireless headsets range announced
Thu, 26th Sep 2019
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digital entertainment
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plantronics
Plantronics, now known as Poly, has unveiled its new Savi wireless headsets, offering more styles and features to aid in noisy office environments.

Business looks to expand mainframe capabilities in AI, Blockchain
Fri, 20th Sep 2019
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Half of organisations plan to increase their use of mainframe computers in the next two years, according to a study by Forrester Consulting and Ensono.

Cambridge startup celebrates 10 years in the business
Tue, 27th Aug 2019
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software development
A student flat in leafy Waikato town of Cambridge started as the home of a software startup called Rocketspark.

Knock technology off its pedestal, expert says
Thu, 8th Aug 2019
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New Zealand tech expert says it's time to prioritize people over technology in the workplace, as face-to-face communication is crucial for productivity.

Protecting remote staff from phishing attacks – WatchGuard
Thu, 4th Jul 2019
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Close to 50% of Australian employees worked remotely for at least half the time, according to a 2018 survey by IWG.

New Poly device combines content sharing and video conferencing
Tue, 2nd Jul 2019
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healthtech
The G5700 for mid to large conference rooms integrates the sharing of digital content with audio and video conference features in a single device.

81% of ANZ workers believe open plan is important to productivity and engagement
Mon, 24th Jun 2019
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plantronics
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wfh
A study by Future Workplace reveals 81% of ANZ workers believe open plan offices boost productivity and engagement but distractions remain a major concern.

Zoom forges partnerships and adds channel programme
Tue, 18th Jun 2019
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partner programmes
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hybrid & remote work
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lenovo
Zoom has released several enhancements and partnerships for its software-based conference room solution Zoom Rooms.

Why mobile printing is more important than ever
Wed, 29th May 2019
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document management
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ecm
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martech
Mobile workers can find it difficult to print from devices because of connectivity issues, driver and software needs, and incompatibility issues.

Server Technology beats out competition at DCS Awards
Thu, 23rd May 2019
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
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dc
Server Technology has taken out the top spot for the Data Centre PDU Innovation of the Year at the DCS Awards.

Poly appoints new ANZ managing director, Andy Hurt
Wed, 20th Mar 2019
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plantronics
Poly has appointed Andy Hurt as its new managing director for ANZ, ensuring a smooth transition amid the recent rebranding of Plantronics and Polycom.

Polycom & Plantronics rebrand to Poly, a new UC powerhouse
Tue, 19th Mar 2019
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The name change comes after last year’s Plantronics acquisition of Polycom, a deal that was worth US $2 billion.

Video will be the fabric of collaboration in 2019’s enterprise
Tue, 5th Mar 2019
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hybrid & remote work
BlueJeans’ CEO outlines five trends that highlight the growing place of video conferencing in the modern enterprise.

Plantronics and HP’s new Teams conferencing solution
Fri, 8th Feb 2019
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hp
The solution for large and mid-sized rooms combines HP Elite Slice with Polycom Trio and EagleEye IV video conferencing.

Why flexible working could make good business sense
Mon, 21st Jan 2019
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wfh
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flexible work
Flexible working arrangements can help attract and retain skilled staff, increase productivity, and improve employee loyalty, according to business.govt.nz.

Review: Polycom's VoxBox may be the last speaker you'll need
Fri, 14th Dec 2018
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gaming
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uc
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reviews
Super clear voice in both directions, Bluetooth connectivity, and a sleek form factor - what else can you ask for?.

Preparing for the future of work – growing big ideas from small spaces
Mon, 10th Dec 2018
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uc
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martech
As Australian businesses rethink small meeting spaces, the rise of huddle rooms is transforming modern workplaces, enhancing team collaboration and innovation.

APAC CEOs emphasise the need for workers to be agile
Wed, 5th Dec 2018
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daas
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ai
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hybrid & remote work
CEOs are aware of how AI and automation are affecting workspaces and employees’ growing demand for flexible environments that reflect these changes.