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Six tips for improving data security in the healthcare sector

The stakes are high, given the fact that healthcare records contain a wealth of data, of the kind that can be used to perpetrate identify fraud.

By Jacqui Nelson • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Jul 2018

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Every second counts: The importance of incident response

As the risk of data breaches are not going away anytime soon, and effective incident responses have become paramount.

By Jon Cooper • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Jul 2018

Global Stories

Opinion stories

Unified Communications

Why SD-WAN is the next big thing in unified communications

SD-WAN emerged as a key theme at the UC Expo in London and Enterprise Connect in Orlando, signalling a major shift in unified communications.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Jul 2018

Blockchain

Why quantum computing could be bigger than blockchain

Quantum computing is hailed as the next big thing, but it will take time to become a reality and won't solve everyday IT problems.

By Thomas LaRock • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Jul 2018

Opinion

Why a cybersecurity awareness week is just not enough

From personal privacy to online scams, it seems almost every IT security-related issue now has its very own awareness week.

By Phil Kernick • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Jul 2018

Semiconductors

Security takes priority, but is IoT security a barrier to deployment?

Security is critical in IoT deployment, with experts predicting it will compose 20% of annual security budgets. Is it, however, hindering progress?.

By Nick Sacke • 5 min read • Mon, 23rd Jul 2018

Unified Communications

Is video communication still a relevant business tool?

Despite the rise of remote work, video communication remains a vital tool for improving employee engagement, trust, and productivity, says Zoom exec.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Jul 2018

DevOps

Why Agile has become more prominent within projects in the manufacturing industry

In today's increasingly competitive market, streamlining any product development process is key to a manufacturer's success.

By Robert Parker • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Jul 2018

Unified Communications

Super-fast IoT enabled 5G is right around the corner - or is it?

Steven Carlini says telcos are falling over themselves to be the first to offer 5G services, but it looks like Asian telcos have the inside line.

By Steven Carlini • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Jul 2018

Piracy

Five reasons why we need to rethink software piracy

Businesses use software for efficiency and growth, but over a third use unlicensed versions. Here are five reasons to rethink software piracy.

By Gary Gan • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Jul 2018

Unified Communications

How chatbots can enhance the customer experience

Companies are increasingly using chatbots in their mobile apps to enhance customer service and improve the overall customer experience.

By Dmitri Tcherevik • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Jul 2018

Phishing

Extreme phishing: The rise of SMS scams & SMiShing around the globe

Like phishing, SMiShing are scams that encourage users to urgently click on a link or respond directly with their personal and sensitive details.

By Tim Dillon • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Jul 2018

Data Protection

How every business can benefit from GDPR compliance

GDPR reshapes global business, forging data safety and consumer trust opportunities amidst complex compliance.

By Chris Tithof • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Jul 2018

Digital Transformation

Better together: Why IT and HR need a stronger bond

To truly innovate, companies need HR and IT departments to break down silos and work together, ensuring technology adoption that benefits the entire business.

By Olivier Pestel • 5 min read • Tue, 17th Jul 2018

Data Protection

Developing a one-two punch for cloud security

When data is regularly accessed from a myriad of devices outside the corporate firewall, strategies to maintain effective security have to evolve.

By David Shephard • 5 min read • Tue, 17th Jul 2018

DataCentre infrastructure

How brick-and-mortar retail is becoming a leader in edge computing

Schneider Electric's Dave Johnson says few industries feel the disruption of new digital business models more than traditional retailers.

By Dave Johnson • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Jul 2018

Artificial Intelligence

Users, applications, and data: The new frontiers in identity

As digital transformation accelerates, enterprises face the daunting task of managing expanding user bases, exploding data, and a growing application landscape.

By Mark McClain • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Jul 2018