About Catherine
Catherine Knowles
Journalist
Currently working as a freelance writer and content creator, Catherine has a keen interest in all areas of technology and storytelling in our digital age. Having worked with a number of businesses and people across media, education, publishing and communications, Catherine has a definite respect for common sense, great content and turning ideas into reality.
Stories by Catherine - Page 376
Is the CMO the newest member of the IT team?
Thu, 19th Nov 2015
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cmo
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it managers
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financial results
CMOs in Australia and New Zealand are swiftly becoming tech decision-makers, usurping traditional IT roles, reveals new research.
Wearables developers hit $29m funding milestone
Thu, 19th Nov 2015
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wearables
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healthtech
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personal computing devices
APX Labs has raised $29m to date in a new funding round, enabling the company to connect the world's industrial workforce.
Wellington school embraces Innovative Learning Environments
Thu, 19th Nov 2015
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learning
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virtual classroom
In a bid to bring their school into the 21st century, Wellington Girls’ College introduced innovative learning environments (ILEs).
iPad Pro, now available from Vodafone New Zealand
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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smartphones
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uc
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personal computing devices
Vodafone New Zealand has announced the iPad Pro, complete with the Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard, is now available to order from it’s website.
True innovation lies in the power of many
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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uc
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partner programmes
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collaboration
In the digital age, strategic partnerships are far superior to internal research and development (R&D) or acquisitions, according to new research.
Dramatic shift taking place in enterprise technology space
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Fujitsu predicts that enterprise technology will become more human-centric by 2025 with the blending of personal and enterprise applications and data.
New wireless system encourages classroom collaboration
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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edutech
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uc
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wireless networks
With ClassFlow Connect, the entire class can simultaneously interact or view and share resources from any mobile device.
Toshiba targets wearable market with new Bluetooth devices
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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wearables
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healthtech
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personal computing devices
Toshiba America Electronic Components is releasing two Bluetooth Smart ICs with Bluetooth Low Energy v4.1 capabilities.
Cybersecurity a growing issue: Innovations only go so far
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
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mobility
Global cybersecurity is at a ‘C’ average, according to Tenable Network Security’s 2016 Global Cybersecurity Assurance Report Card.
Sierra Wireless launches new, rugged, LTE gateway
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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iot
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industrial iot
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lte
he RV50 provides mission-critical LTE communication and remote monitoring for industrial IoT application, including utilities and infrastructure.
Intelligent data can save you money: Find out how
Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Using data intelligently can transform businesses - for one, corporate spend data can become actionable insights that helps a business save money.
Biggest challenge for NZ directors: Disruption
Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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disruption
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resilience
Disruption is proving to be one of the biggest challenges for directors throughout New Zealand, with many businesses (73%) spending more time on risk.
Wellington to host Kiwi-focused cloud security event
Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
New Zealand's STRATUS research group is hosting an event to showcase cloud security tools and techniques for businesses.
Moodle begins new phase of development
Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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edutech
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open source
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management
Moodle has released version three of its open source learning platform, and says this represents a new phase of development for the company.
Teamwork at core of successful IT projects
Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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it managers
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nexon
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communication
Strong working relationships are crucial for successful IT implementation projects, according to Nexon Asia Pacific.
Kiwi tertiary education provider rolls out Commvault IT solution
Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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data protection
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dr
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cloud services
NZ’s Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) has upgraded its data protection and information management with a CommVault integrated solution.
Gamification in schools on the rise
Fri, 13th Nov 2015
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gaming
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e-learning
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digital entertainment
Gamification is becoming an increasingly common learning technique in schools to help students develop new, transferable problem solving skills.
ENZ boosts student engagement with improved website
Fri, 13th Nov 2015
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edutech
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cloud services
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studentit
Education New Zealand (ENZ) has launched new website pages and rolled out a number of improvements as part of its aim to deliver meaningful content.
University of Waikato launches new initiative for Kiwi students
Fri, 13th Nov 2015
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entrepreneur
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university of waikato
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startups
The University of Waikato and Waikato Students’ Union (WSU) have launched a new initiative with a focus on entrepreneurship and innovation.
Adaptable IT architecture key to success
Fri, 13th Nov 2015
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productivity
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it managers
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flexible work
Companies should aim for an 'endless state' IT architecture to stay agile in the fast-moving tech environment, says Teradata.