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Opinion stories - Page 6

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Data for data: Why AI-enhanced storage makes sense
Wed, 15th Aug 2018
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bi
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big data
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storage
Data's potential ignites a 'gold rush' as firms race to optimise storage with AI and analytics.
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Exclusive: How blockchain solves a seemingly unsolvable problem
Wed, 15th Aug 2018
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blockchain
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opinion
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banking
Blockchain has been causing a stir amongst people and companies due to its ability to solve previously unsolvable problems.
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Deep dive: How AI empowers today’s security operations analysts
Tue, 14th Aug 2018
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ai
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soc
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opinion
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the Security Operations Center (SOC; reducing workload and improving detection times.
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Jumping off point: Edge computing in retail
Fri, 10th Aug 2018
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edge data centre
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shopping
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opinion
The launch of Amazon Australia has disrupted the retail industry, pushing the need for smart digital technologies and edge data centers.
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Transforming data management into a competitive advantage
Fri, 10th Aug 2018
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bi
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big data
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data analytics
Data retention is becoming increasingly costly for businesses as data breaches and compliance regulations drive the need for more storage.
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Hello helpdesk: Is it time to step up service levels where it matters most?
Tue, 7th Aug 2018
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helpdesk
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manageengine
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cios
Service desks crucial for Aussie IT, improved via UEM solutions to boost efficiency & security.
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How disaster recovery is evolving in NZ
Mon, 6th Aug 2018
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cloud services
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dr
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daas
The traditional workplace recovery model is becoming obsolete, with businesses realizing the need for a more flexible and dynamic approach.
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How MSSPs must protect data in the breach disclosure era
Mon, 6th Aug 2018
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managed services
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gdpr
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partner programmes
Australia's IT firms face strict new data breach laws, with hefty fines and mandatory reporting.
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Australian CIOs need to recognise the power of data analytics
Thu, 2nd Aug 2018
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big data
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bi
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data analytics
New data tools usher in agility for large Australian firms, boosting decision speed.
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Why real-time AI remains a challenge
Wed, 1st Aug 2018
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gartner
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opinion
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talend
The importance of data quality in real-time AI is often overlooked, but accurate insights are essential for businesses to stay competitive.
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Networking is experiencing a paradigm shift due to IBN
Tue, 31st Jul 2018
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opinion
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allied telesis
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ibn
Intent-Based Networking set to transform network management with streamlined operations and AI-driven solutions.
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Identifying security risk-takers to minimise and mitigate risk
Tue, 31st Jul 2018
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compliance
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opinion
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risk intelligence & compliance
Risk-taking doesn’t necessarily mean that the majority of a company’s workforce is deliberately being bad actors.
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What’s all the fuss about Integrated Business Planning?
Tue, 31st Jul 2018
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big data
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bi
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planning
The ‘textbook’ definition of IBP is that it’s something which offers a co-ordinated approach to business planning.
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Becoming digital: The reinvention of the CIO
Wed, 25th Jul 2018
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gartner
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cios
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cognizant
CIOs in Asia-Pacific are ahead in adopting disruptive technologies, but their role must evolve further to meet new digital expectations.
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Why SD-WAN is the next big thing in unified communications
Tue, 24th Jul 2018
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network infrastructure
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uc
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network management
SD-WAN buzz dominates UC Expo in London, capturing the spotlight with its rising significance in UCaaS.
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Is video communication still a relevant business tool?
Mon, 23rd Jul 2018
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uc
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opinion
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video communication
Study reveals under half of staff feel engaged; video calls could boost productivity.
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Collaboration tool APIs leaving organisations vulnerable
Mon, 9th Jul 2018
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uc
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firewall
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breach prevention
Alongside the migration to the cloud has been the rise of application programming interfaces (APIs) and artificial intelligence (AI).
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Best practices: Preventing and recovering from ransomware attacks
Fri, 6th Jul 2018
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malware
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dr
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cloud services
May 2017's WannaCry: how to combat escalating ransomware threats.
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Exclusive: Demystifying cryptojacking and how organisations can protect themselves
Thu, 5th Jul 2018
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firewall
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network management
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network security
Cryptojacking is becoming the new go-to method for cybercriminals to monetise their malware, with a surge of 28% per quarter globally.
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Taking the right cybersecurity precautions in China - Cylance
Wed, 27th Jun 2018
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ai security
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ai
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opinion
China is already Australia’s largest import and export trading partner, and President Xi Jinping recently implied that it’s unlikely to slow down.
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Six steps to boosting your security posture this EOFY
Tue, 26th Jun 2018
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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notifiable data breaches
By following these six key steps, organisations can better protect themselves and ensure their underlying IT infrastructure is as secure as possible.
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CISOs - Know what you can and can’t control with GDPR
Mon, 25th Jun 2018
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cloud services
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gdpr
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breach prevention
Misconception: GDPR ensures full data control. It doesn't—CISOs face big challenges in data governance.
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Speed and proactive approach essential for cybersecurity confidence
Fri, 15th Jun 2018
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devops
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data science
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iot
Aussie firms face growing cyber risks, urgent need for vigilant security to protect business data.
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How MSPs help SMBs cut cost and manage risk - Datto
Fri, 8th Jun 2018
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managed services
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document management
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ecm
They’re evolving into virtual CIOs, serving their SMB clients in much the same way as a conventional, in-house CIO.