About Shannon
Shannon Williams
Journalist
Shannon is a freelance editor and writer. As a professional content creator over the last ten years, Shannon has worked across many industries including tech, business and travel, in a variety of mediums including media, publishing, communications and social media. She has a knack for finding the right voice for her audience and relishes the opportunity to tell stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 157
Trend Micro launches cloud solution for Microsoft Azure
Tue, 28th Jul 2020
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cloud services
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microsoft
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devops
Trend Micro launches Cloud One – Conformity to help Azure customers tackle cloud misconfigurations and cyber-risks.
Vodafone NZ upgrades more than 120 mobile cell sites in preparation for 5G
Tue, 28th Jul 2020
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5g
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wireless networks
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mobile data
Vodafone NZ upgrades 120+ mobile cell sites in response to growing data use, with a focus on 4G and 4.5G technology.
DDoS attacks surge 542% amidst COVID-19 pandemic - report
Tue, 28th Jul 2020
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ddos
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cios
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isp
DDoS attacks have soared during the COVID-19 pandemic, increasing by over 278% compared to last year, according to a report by Nexusguard.
Businesses to prioritise employee engagement, brand reputation and corporate strategy post COVID-19
Mon, 27th Jul 2020
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isentia
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covid-19
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communication
Businesses to prioritize employee engagement, brand reputation, and corporate strategy, says Isentia research. #CorporateAffairs #CommunicationStrategy.
7 VPN services leaked data of 20 million users - report
Mon, 27th Jul 2020
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vpn
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cybersecurity
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data leak
Seven VPN providers leaked personal data of over 20 million users, raising concerns about their security practices.
Dell Technologies ANZ Partner Awards 2020: And the winners are...
Mon, 27th Jul 2020
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network infrastructure
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partner programmes
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datacom
Datacom, Dicker Data, and DXC Connect are among the winners at the Dell Technologies Australia and New Zealand Partner Summit Awards for 2019-2020.
IBM and Verizon Business team up on 5G and AI solutions at the Enterprise Edge
Thu, 23rd Jul 2020
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cloud services
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multi-cloud
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partner programmes
IBM & Verizon join for 5G, edge boost in Industry 4.0, eyeing innovation & faster ops insights.
Microsoft to support Woolworths’ next phase of cloud transformation
Thu, 23rd Jul 2020
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microsoft
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partner programmes
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cios
The company will supply the backbone cloud technologies for Woolworths’ SAP solutions as the retailer migrates its current SAP footprint to Azure.
Adobe, IBM and Red Hat partner up to accelerate DX and real-time data security
Thu, 23rd Jul 2020
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martech
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partner programmes
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creative technologies
Adobe, IBM and Red Hat form strategic partnership to accelerate digital transformation and enhance data security for enterprises in regulated industries.
Cisco crowned one of the best places to work in Australia
Wed, 22nd Jul 2020
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cisco
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best places to work
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employment
Cisco crowned Best Place to Work in Australia for companies with 1000+ employees, according to Great Place to Work Australia study.
Google unveils security overhaul across G Suite products
Wed, 22nd Jul 2020
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dlp
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wfh
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cybersecurity
Google has announced 11 new security features across G Suite, to provide stronger security in Gmail, Meet, and Chat.
Smart personal audio device shipments up 61% in APAC in Q1
Wed, 22nd Jul 2020
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apple
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digital music
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technology gifts
Accounting for 21.1% of global shipments, Asia Pacific overtook Europe to become the third largest sub-region, after North America and Greater China.
COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc on markets as Australian ICT spend plunges
Tue, 21st Jul 2020
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it spending
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globaldata
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covid-19
Australian ICT spending to drop 5.9% amid COVID-19, defying initial growth forecasts.
Employers 'bullish' on full-time positions despite economic fallout from COVID-19
Tue, 21st Jul 2020
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recruitment
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employment
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hudson
Survey reveals employers' confidence in retaining full-time staff despite COVID-19, says Hudson Recruitment. #employment #COVID19 #business.
Mozilla launches first ever VPN, Kiwis amongst first to access
Tue, 21st Jul 2020
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vpn
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wfh
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cybersecurity
Mozilla launches VPN in New Zealand, offering users an extra layer of protection for their personal data and information.
Video surveillance market to reach $44 billion, fuelled by smart cameras and AI - IDC
Tue, 21st Jul 2020
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surveillance
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ai security
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creative technologies
Video surveillance camera market to experience solid growth as smart camera systems and analytic software drive new use cases, says IDC.
Fortinet scoops commercial marketplace award at Microsoft partner awards
Mon, 20th Jul 2020
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microsoft
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firewall
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network management
Fortinet has won Microsoft's 2020 Commercial Marketplace Partner of the Year award, highlighting its commitment to securing Azure workloads.
IT service management remains effective in remote working environments - survey
Mon, 20th Jul 2020
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wfh
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manageengine
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itsm
72% of IT professionals say IT service management remains effective in remote working, according to a survey by ManageEngine.
Google announces G Suite integrated workplace, new security features
Mon, 20th Jul 2020
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wfh
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cios
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google
Google Cloud has announced a new G Suite integrated workspace that combines Gmail, Google Chat and Google Meet.
Lenovo's suite of smart home devices lands in NZ
Mon, 20th Jul 2020
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smart home
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technology gifts
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google assistant
Products include Lenovo Smart Display, Lenovo Smart Clock, Lenovo Smart Home Essentials, Smart Lighting, Smart Security, Smart Automation accessories.
Five ANZ channel partners honoured at Nintex awards
Mon, 20th Jul 2020
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app development
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partner programmes
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apm
Five channel partners across Australia and New Zealand were honoured at the Nintex 2020 Partner Awards for their digital transformation work.
Citrix and Microsoft expand partnership to accelerate 'workplace of the future'
Thu, 16th Jul 2020
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virtualisation
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voip
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microsoft
Citrix and Microsoft to collaborate on flexible working solutions to meet the demands of the post-COVID workplace.
Spark announces next phase of landline voice calling upgrade, ends voice-over-copper services
Thu, 16th Jul 2020
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copper network
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voice
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spark
Spark to upgrade landline voice calling in Devonport, Auckland and Miramar, Wellington. Customers can choose voice over wireless or voice over fibre.
Infor adds 35 new channel partners across APAC
Thu, 16th Jul 2020
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saas
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partner programmes
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infor
Infor adds 35 new partners in Asia Pacific region to expand its cloud-based software offerings and cater to growing demand for industry-specific solutions.