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Zero Trust study highlights rising concern over identity security

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.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2024

Space

IFS launches IFS Cloud 24R1 to enhance AI-driven operations

IFS launches IFS Cloud 24R1, enhancing operational effectiveness, profitability, and sustainability for asset and service-focused firms with advanced AI features.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2024

Hyperscale

Tech Data acquires Orca Technology to boost IT security in ANZ

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.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2024

Firewalls

LogRhythm appoints Rebbeca Roberts as ANZ sales manager

LogRhythm names Rebbeca Roberts as Regional Sales Manager for ANZ, leveraging her 15 years of expertise to bolster customer support and drive market growth.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Jun 2024

Firewalls

Wavelink announces new SIEM service in partnership with Laminar

Wavelink teams up with Laminar to launch new SIEM-as-a-Service offering, dubbed Lumenir, enhancing security operations across Australia and New Zealand.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Jun 2024

Internet of Things

Paessler to host PRTG software webinars in Australia & NZ

Paessler is set to host free PRTG software webinars aimed at enhancing monitoring skills for users and resellers in Australia and New Zealand on 5 and 12 June.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 31st May 2024

Chief Financial Officer

Blackpearl Group's ARR surges to NZD $7.4m on Pearl Diver growth

Blackpearl Group's ARR surged by 177% to NZD $7.4 million in FY24, largely due to the success of its AI-driven platform, Pearl Diver, which contributed NZD $4.9 million.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024

Data Analytics

LiveRem launches free real-time gender pay gap analysis tool

LiveRem has launched New Zealand's first free real-time gender pay gap analysis tool, helping businesses streamline payroll and HR data to address pay disparities.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024

Supply Chain

LASER names Dicker Data exclusive distributor for New Zealand

LASER, an Australian tech brand, partners with Dicker Data as its exclusive New Zealand distributor, aiming to broaden access to affordable tech solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024

EduTech

D2L unveils add-on solution to enhance corporate learning

D2L Link is launched in Australia and New Zealand, a tool for corporate learning system integration, automating tasks and enhancing data accuracy.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024

Digital Transformation

Deloitte Digital wins top prize at Adobe ANZ Partner Awards

Deloitte Digital clinches top honour at Adobe ANZ Partner Awards 2024 for stellar performance and innovation. Datacom and Anchora also receive accolades.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 29th May 2024

Generative AI

AI partnership revives Te Reo Māori in New Zealand media

Microsoft and Straker launch an advanced translation tool to help preserve the language's vibrancy and cultural significance.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 29th May 2024

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Semiconductors

SentinelOne & Advantage revolutionise AI-driven MDR in NZ

SentinelOne and Advantage team up to integrate generative AI into MDR services, revolutionising enterprise security in New Zealand with PurpleAI.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2024

Software-as-a-Service

McConnell Dowell invests in tech to enhance Melbourne projects

McConnell Dowell partners with TechnologyOne to bolster Melbourne's key infrastructure projects through a GBP £45 million investment in cutting-edge SaaS technology.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2024

Software-as-a-Service

Exclusive: How Katana is supporting Paralympics New Zealand

Katana's Steve Rielly talks IT security, global reach, and a new initiative donating 15% of DMARC revenues to support New Zealand Paralympians.

By Tom Raynel • 5 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2024

Health Technologies

TMG Cloudland acquires Primary IT to advance NZ healthcare IT

TMG Cloudland acquires Primary IT to bolster healthcare tech in New Zealand, aiming to improve patient outcomes, reduce wait times, and enhance service quality.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 31st May 2024

Supply Chain

Budget 2024 delivers ‘healthy’ rail investment

KiwiRail says the Budget 2024 top-up will ease maintenance backlogs and improve reliability for commuters and freight customers across New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024

Robotics

New Zealand construction industry to expect rise in AI

Labour shortages, rising costs and weather damage are pushing New Zealand builders towards AI as firms seek to lift productivity and cut expenses.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024

Digital Transformation

Momentum Life enhances quality assurance with AI bot QBOT

Momentum Life has launched QBOT, an AI-powered quality assurance bot by Quanton, to enhance compliance and customer service.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024

Māori

Elle Archer honoured at 2024 New Zealand Hi-Tech Awards

Elle Archer, honoured as the Inspiring Individual at the 2024 NZ Hi-Tech Awards, exemplifies the growing influence of Māori professionals in Aotearoa's tech industry.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024