Opinion stories - Page 249
Asking the right questions: The Australian Government's digital storage plan
Thu, 15th Feb 2018
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cloud services
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australian government
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opinion
If Australia wants to continue to be agile across government technology, cloud technology is a must-have, and the transition needs to happen now.
Don't get left behind - cloud and the dangers of feet-dragging
Wed, 14th Feb 2018
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devops
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migration
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supply chain
New Relic's Jill Macmurchy explains exactly how putting off the move to the cloud could negatively impact an organisation's bottom-line.
Addressing the STEM skills gap with continuous online learning
Tue, 13th Feb 2018
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e-learning
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pluralsight
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opinion
Pluralsight talk about how online learning can prove to be an effective tool in closing the STEM skills gap within an organisation.
2018, the year that...apps will become intuitive and conversational
Tue, 13th Feb 2018
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apps
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apple
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amazon
Striking a balance between human-led interactions and digital advancements will be key in delivering the next level of customer service in 2018.
The seven critical skills all IT teams should possess
Mon, 12th Feb 2018
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storage
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dr
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cybersecurity
Skillsoft's EMEA MD explains how embedding key skills within in-house IT teams can help keep an organisation's data safe and its employees productive.
Tearing down international borders with cloud-based communication
Fri, 9th Feb 2018
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crm
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uc
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martech
Companies with global aspirations face challenges in deploying effective communications infrastructure, but cloud-based platforms offer a solution.
Is AI actually the scary monster under the bed?
Fri, 9th Feb 2018
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ai
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cybersecurity
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education, learning & training
AI was once feared by all, but it is now giving us the ability to do certain things more efficiently than ever before.
Expert opinion: Three simple ways to prevent data loss
Fri, 9th Feb 2018
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encryption
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dlp
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breach prevention
IBM estimates the cost of a data breach is $3.62m, highlighting the importance of encryption - COMPAREX UK's expert on the matter provides his advice.
Security morphs from major concern to major advantage with SD-WAN
Thu, 8th Feb 2018
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
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sdn
Security concerns have transformed into strategic advantages as managed SD-WAN services evolve, offering robust, integrated security measures.
How to maintain productivity and engagement in the workplace
Wed, 7th Feb 2018
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deloitte
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dropbox
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workplace of the future
A mistake many businesses make is the belief that a remote workplace, and a stationed office, are binary opposites.
Create a safer internet by building a culture of security
Wed, 7th Feb 2018
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uc
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
On Safer Internet Day, stakeholders emphasised the crucial role of organisations in fostering a culture of security to ensure a safer internet for all.
Amazonification of brick and mortar retailers: Why Aussie organisations must mobilise
Tue, 6th Feb 2018
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iot
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supply chain
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risk & compliance
Mobility is already mission critical in the retail space. Addressing it with a focus on integration will ensure you don't miss the mark.
Four steps organisations can take to protect against encrypted tunnel attacks
Mon, 5th Feb 2018
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encryption
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phishing
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email security
Nefarious actors can use encrypted tunnels to pivot across corporate networks, eavesdrop, route traffic to phishing websites & access sensitive data.
Cloud is confusing, deliberately
Mon, 5th Feb 2018
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saas
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iaas
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cloud services
Major software vendors like Oracle and SAP are pushing cloud solutions, but the term's overuse creates confusion, disadvantaging customers.
Kiwi startup helps disrupt major Aus crime ring
Mon, 5th Feb 2018
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cybersecurity
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opinion
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auror
Auror, a New Zealand based company and the Police worked together to disrupt an organised retail crime ring in Melbourne.
Applying best practice identification to prepare for Notifiable Data Breaches
Mon, 5th Feb 2018
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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data breach
The NDB scheme will mean businesses could be facing penalties of up to $360,000 for individuals and $1.8 million for body corportates.
The importance of net neutrality in today's digital world
Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
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uc
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multi-cloud
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cloud services
Who will end up paying any additional costs that are levied? Will cloud providers be taxed by the telco operators?.
To get ahead with AI, get started with augmented intelligence
Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
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crm
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uc
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martech
AI is an extension of a human, not a substitute for it. Once we realise this fact, we can appreciate AI for what it truly is.
The six key elements of a DDoS incident response plan
Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
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ddos
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arbor networks
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netscout
Incident response is too often an afterthought in the case of DDoS attacks. So, what does an effective Incident Response Plan look like?.
Why the future of customer experience is both human and machine
Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
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crm
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uc
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cx
Touchpoint's CEO says when it comes to customer experience don't believe the 'robot revolution' will happen overnight.