Work from Home (WFH) stories - Page 34
In what most systems administrators may well imagine were the good old days, work was as much a place as an activity. Today, people work from anywhere. While this delivers advantages including flexibility, potentially better productivity and the promise of an improved work/life balance while attracting staff regardless of where they might live, it is not without its challenges. Security and access to company resources is more complex, while appropriate devices, connectivity and even workspaces must be considered.
Ingram Micro's Auckland HQ ramps up recruitment drive
Fri, 20th Nov 2020
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MD Jason Langley notes that while it’s hard to predict where the market is heading, there’s always an appetite for remote working products.
Hybrid cloud is the ideal IT infrastructure model, says majority of IT execs
Thu, 19th Nov 2020
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A survey by Nutanix reveals 86% of IT execs see hybrid cloud as the optimal infrastructure, spurred by COVID-19's impact on remote work and digital needs.
Why 2021 will be the year of catch-up
Tue, 17th Nov 2020
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The rapid shift to remote working has accelerated cloud migration but created security gaps for Asia Pacific organisations.
How has COVID-19 transformed our perception of work?
Mon, 16th Nov 2020
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Nearly three quarters of people never want to return to pre-COVID-19 work paradigms, putting pressure on employers. (110 characters).
Having a healthy company culture could mean success during COVID-19
Fri, 13th Nov 2020
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Creating frequent opportunities for social and professional remote interactions leads to a more engaged, productive workforce, says new study.
Poly unveils new line of Bluetooth speakerphones
Wed, 11th Nov 2020
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Poly introduces new line of smart speakerphones with microphone technology that tracks speakers and blocks out noise.
Cloudbric's pandemic response recognised at 2020 Golden Bridge Awards
Tue, 10th Nov 2020
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Cloudbric, which offered free cybersecurity services to several vulnerable industries, was honoured for its work to keep businesses safe.
United Overseas Bank advances remote working and key projects with VMware
Tue, 10th Nov 2020
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UOB has deepened its partnership with VMware with the aim of enabling safe and effective remote working in today’s world.
QNAP launches Wi-Fi 6 SD-WAN router
Mon, 9th Nov 2020
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QNAP Systems has launched the QHora-301W, an SD-WAN router with Wi-Fi 6 and dual 10GbE ports, offering enhanced security and remote multi-site VPN capabilities.
Logicalis Asia acquires majority stake in iZeno
Fri, 6th Nov 2020
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Logicalis Asia, an IT solutions provider, has acquired a majority stake in iZeno to invest in digital transformation and hybrid cloud solutions.
Heightened stress means greater security risks, report finds
Thu, 5th Nov 2020
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80% of companies face increased cybersecurity risks due to human factors during the COVID-19 pandemic, says new report.
Genesys to deliver full EPOS product portfolio
Thu, 5th Nov 2020
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Customer experience provider Genesys has partnered with audio brand EPOS to offer the full EPOS product range to its customers.
Fortinet announces latest network firewall appliance
Wed, 4th Nov 2020
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Fortinet has unveiled its new network firewall, the FortiGate 2600F, designed to enhance security for remote workforces and hybrid data centers.
Survey reveals ANZ sentiments toward remote working and impact of COVID-19
Wed, 4th Nov 2020
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Many Australians are feeling fully prepared to return to work in the office, according to a new survey from One Identity.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - SonicWall VP discusses the importance of endpoint security
Thu, 29th Oct 2020
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SonicWall's Dmitriy Ayrapetov returns to discuss the risks of remote working and how to secure distributed networks.
Why organisations should consider the move to a multi-cloud environment
Thu, 29th Oct 2020
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Utilising multiple cloud platforms offers Australian organisations a compelling set of benefits, writes ManageEngine product consultant Monisha Ravi.
Cisco report: Remote working is here to stay, making cybersecurity a top priority
Fri, 23rd Oct 2020
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Asia Pacific companies face the highest increase in cyber threat alerts during mass remote working, says new Cisco report.
Dropbox goes 'Virtual First' as remote working becomes the new norm
Tue, 20th Oct 2020
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Dropbox is investing in what it calls a ‘Virtual First’ working policy, which puts remote work front and centre of the company’s workforce culture.
Secureworks: Remote working exposes new security vulnerabilities
Mon, 19th Oct 2020
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New vulnerabilities have emerged as IT teams respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, with cybercriminals targeting remote work transitions, says Secureworks.
Citrix Workspace given highest level IRAP assessment
Thu, 15th Oct 2020
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After an intensive assessment from an Australian Signals Directorate auditor, Citrix Workspace has been assessed at the Protected level.