Humble text kingpin for trusted customer comms: Soprano Design

We’re communicating with each other more than ever before. WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger and Instagram have become king for keeping connected replacing traditional mail but for me, text messaging still reigns supreme. It has been nearly 27 years since the first text message was sent and the way we connect and interact with each other was changed forever more. In many ways, the text message is … Continue reading Humble text kingpin for trusted customer comms: Soprano Design

Macquarie Telecom to offer Apple mobility products, services to Australian mid-market businesses

Macquarie Telecom is set to target Australian mid-market enterprises with a range of mobility offerings, following what the telco tipped as “a landmark deal with Apple. Macquarie Telecom said it will offer both bespoke and off-the-shelf iOS apps for business with world-class products like iPhone and iPad. “This offering will help mid-sized businesses in Australia experience the power and value of Apple,” said Luke Clifton, Group Executive, Macquarie … Continue reading Macquarie Telecom to offer Apple mobility products, services to Australian mid-market businesses

NETFOUNDRY GETS CHUMMY WITH CLOUD COMRADE IN SINGAPORE, SE ASIA CLOUD COMPUTING PUSH

Application-Specific Networking firm NetFoundry joined forces with Singapore-based cloud consulting firm Cloud Comrade in a bid to expand its cloud computing range omtp the Singapore and Southeast Asia region. According to NetFoundry,  a AWS Marketplace technology provider, the partnership allows businesses to become cloud-native and deliver maximum business value and security from their applications to successfully embrace, migrate and execute cloud solutions throughout Southeast Asia.  “Together we are … Continue reading NETFOUNDRY GETS CHUMMY WITH CLOUD COMRADE IN SINGAPORE, SE ASIA CLOUD COMPUTING PUSH

NETFOUNDRY PARTNERS BALANCEON IN KEY MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA PUSH

US application-specific networking firm NetFoundry has teamed with Dubai-based specialized managed services provider BalanceOn in a bid to expand its networking suite into the Middle East and Africa region. The firms will collaborate to provide what they billed as a raft of secure and cost-sensitive, smart connectivity services to enable their customers to become cloud-native and digital. “Together we are bringing a leap in connectivity, security … Continue reading NETFOUNDRY PARTNERS BALANCEON IN KEY MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA PUSH

Riverbed flags key improvements in cloud performance visibility

Riverbed has announced the latest release of its Digital Experience Management (DEM) offering Riverbed SteelCentral, introducing key improvements to dramatically boost the performance of cloud applications. According to the firm, the new release fundamentally changes performance management for cloud architectures, providing  greater visibility of cloud native apps and cloud-based networks — by adding new Application Performance Management (APM) and Network Performance Management (NPM) capabilities. “Cloud … Continue reading Riverbed flags key improvements in cloud performance visibility

ATO picks Melbourne app developer Elegant Media for new staff induction program

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has selected Melbourne-based IT and services firm Elegant Media to develop an app to deliver ATO staff induction program activities for new employees. “We live and breathe App development and really pride ourselves on being the only Australian App development company to have ISO 9001 Accreditation,” said Elegant Media co-founder and CEO Anushka Bandara. “We have worked hard to put … Continue reading ATO picks Melbourne app developer Elegant Media for new staff induction program

Gartner’s Andy Kyte says IT sector is on the cusp of the ‘end of the era of applications’

Gartner believes that the IT industry is at the beginning of the end of the era of applications, according to Gartner VP and research fellow Andy Kyte Kyte made the statement during the opening keynote address of the Gartner Applications Summit in Sydney. “Applications are, generally, bad news,” Sykes told the audience. “The future of software is very much a future where we have platforms … Continue reading Gartner’s Andy Kyte says IT sector is on the cusp of the ‘end of the era of applications’

Commvault unveils new streamlined product portfolio, refocuses on AI, partners

New Jersey based backup, recovery, and data management specialist Commvault has released a new, simplified product, pricing, and packaging model in a bid to make it easier to buy, implement and sell its offerings. [affilinet_performance_ad size=250×250] In addition, the firm has unveiled a range of programs, people and resource commitments highlighting its transformation toward a partner-led strategy, aimed at positioning the company as a key partner in the … Continue reading Commvault unveils new streamlined product portfolio, refocuses on AI, partners

Australian VPN demand explodes as football fans struggle with World Cup streaming

As Australian streaming providers of World Cup 2018 scramble to deal with technical issues, football fans seek for alternative sources, with for instance the number of subscriptions of virtual network service (VPN) Surfshark rising by 600% since the start of the event. Founded only this year, Surfshark offers a service which enables users to select legal streaming services from any place in the world, and … Continue reading Australian VPN demand explodes as football fans struggle with World Cup streaming