About Jacques-Pierre (JP)
Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas
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With a background in media, JP is the definition of a tech nerd. After a stint as a journo, he's moved on to marketing but in his spare time, he still loves deep-diving into the best of tech, games, and films. You can chat to JP about anything from the latest console releases to supercomputer teraFLOPs and he'll be sure to have an opinion.
Stories by Jacques-Pierre (JP) - Page 17
IDC identifies five APAC CSPs as 'leaders' in the market
Wed, 13th Jun 2018
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uc
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verizon
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at&t
These service providers supposedly demonstrated a strong regional network presence and leadership in software-defined technologies.
NSW Government signs agreement with Microsoft to globalise data
Tue, 12th Jun 2018
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microsoft
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government
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microsoft azure
NSW Government and Microsoft sign deal to boost digital and data capabilities, unearthing new insights in the process.
Why Aussies aren't happy with their NBN connection
Tue, 12th Jun 2018
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uc
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nbn
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isp
Many Aussies wish they could switch back to their previous Internet service rather than having to use the NBN, reveals new research by finder.
Digital Disruption in the C Suite: Is it A Case of 'Keep Calm and Carry On'?
Tue, 12th Jun 2018
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digital transformation
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
It has even been predicted that AI will contribute over US$15 trillion to global GDP by 2030 but will come at great cost.
Dell EMC unveils new solutions for enterprise customers running SAP
Tue, 12th Jun 2018
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network infrastructure
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blockchain
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healthtech
Dell EMC and SAP collaborate to launch innovative, industry-focussed solutions for healthcare and energy, including the new Connected Health Platform.
Swinburne University uses Nutanix to build hybrid cloud
Mon, 11th Jun 2018
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hybrid cloud
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converged infrastructure
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nutanix
Nutanix announced its Enterprise Cloud OS software is helping Swinburne University build and manage hybrid cloud.
The changing role of the CIO, and what they need to know
Mon, 11th Jun 2018
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accenture
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cisco appdynamics
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analyst report
As organisations prioritise digital transformation, CIOs now drive revenue and set business agendas, highlighting an evolving executive role beyond IT.
Hitachi Vantara expands UCP family of converged and hyperconverged systems
Mon, 11th Jun 2018
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storage
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virtualisation
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uc
Hitachi Vantara upgrades its UCP family, introducing NVMe SSD caching and GPU servers, alongside enhanced solutions for SAP HANA, Oracle databases, and VMware.
KDDI and Hitachi to collaborate on global IoT business
Mon, 11th Jun 2018
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iot
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hitachi
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kddi
KDDI is promoting an IoT architecture that will supposedly provide services ranging from IoT connectivity to data analysis.
Why data integration is a 'must-have' for cloud-focused enterprises
Mon, 11th Jun 2018
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paas
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datacentre infrastructure
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iaas
Gartner predicts that by 2021 enterprise iPaaS will be the largest market segment in application integration middleware.
Hands-on Review: NETGEAR Insight
Mon, 11th Jun 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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wireless networks
NETGEAR's Insight simplifies network management for SMB and ROBO users, offering remote access and control via an intuitive mobile app.
Zendesk launches new workflow and collaboration tools
Mon, 11th Jun 2018
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uc
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zendesk
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workflow solutions
Zendesk launches new tools to help large companies respond quickly to customer needs. Includes collaboration and workflow features.
Epicor aims to accelerate cloud ERP adoption via Microsoft Azure
Fri, 8th Jun 2018
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public cloud
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microsoft
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cloud services
Epicor partners with Microsoft Azure to standardise cloud deployment of its ERP suites, aiming to accelerate digital transformation for global customers.
Promapp expands BPM software portfolio
Thu, 7th Jun 2018
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risk & compliance
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printing
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promapp
Promapp Solutions adds onboarding and training to its BPM software, automating new staff induction and streamlining training management with dynamic dashboards.
HPE expands its portfolio with the ProLiant DL325 Gen10 server
Thu, 7th Jun 2018
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endpoint protection
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
Customers can supposedly achieve enterprise-class process, memory and I/O performance without paying for a dual-processor server.
GlobalData says businesses must embrace AI or face extinction
Thu, 7th Jun 2018
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semiconductors
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ai
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microsoft
If companies fail to make artificial intelligence a core competency within the next five years, they will face either stagnation or elimination.
Hands-on Review: Is the Samsung S9+ still the king of Android?
Thu, 7th Jun 2018
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gaming
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digital signage
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digital entertainment
After years with Apple, I tried the Samsung S9+ and found it to be a stellar Android option with powerful features and excellent value.
How GlobalData thinks operators will justify 5G investments
Wed, 6th Jun 2018
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edutech
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gaming
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uc
Operators consider gaming industry demand, driven by hits like Fortnite, to justify early 5G investments, says GlobalData IT Senior Analyst Josh Hewer.
SAP announces new suite of solutions to modernise CRM
Wed, 6th Jun 2018
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crm
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martech
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supply chain
SAP unveils SAP C/4HANA suite at SAPPHIRE NOW, revolutionising CRM by focusing on consumer-centric solutions and integrating AI for enhanced data management.
DOCOMO and NEC achieve 5G communication with multiple mobile terminals
Wed, 6th Jun 2018
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uc
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digital signage
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5g & beyond
NTT DOCOMO and NEC have achieved the world's first 5G transmission of a 4.5GHz signal with beamforming, achieving 5.5Gbps throughput to eight mobile terminals.