Stories by Donovan - Page 2
Meet the Big Data professionals (it’s not who you think)
Tue, 7th Oct 2014
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bi
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big data
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accounting systems
Reckon the top users of Big Data are the likes of banks, consumer products companies and mass marketers? Maybe so, but there’s another industry altoge.
Netflix: Not only a danger to the neighbourhood video shop
Tue, 7th Oct 2014
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apple
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Netflix's dominion goes beyond harming local video shops, as Verizon halts its streaming service, marking a seismic shift for rivals globally.
Kiwis fall foul of Twitter’s dark side
Mon, 6th Oct 2014
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gaming
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apple
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email security
Any time you use a social media service, it provides an additional opportunity for spammers, scammers and malicious masterminds to take advantage.
Headwinds for Baboom as Dotcom calls it quits
Fri, 3rd Oct 2014
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apple
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gaming
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technology gifts
Kim Dotcom exits Baboom music venture, casting doubt on its revolutionary free music model amid industry defiance.
Paying too much for telecoms
Fri, 3rd Oct 2014
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apple
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byod
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cloud services
UK firms overpaying for telecoms, with nearly half of ICT budget absorbed, says Gartner. Savings await those who review deals, advises TeleConsultants.
Dirty politics enabled by technology
Thu, 2nd Oct 2014
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gaming
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apple
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technology gifts
Hager's book reveals technology's role in magnifying dirty politics, showing social media's power across the political spectrum.
Where is the government's UFB rollout up to
Wed, 1st Oct 2014
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broadband
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government
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chorus
In a recent update, Chorus says New Zealand is ranked first for growth in fibre coverage from 2012 to 2013 worldwide.
Slice of Silicon Valley History coming to NZ with your help
Wed, 1st Oct 2014
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gaming
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technology gifts
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pledgeme
Techvana, NZ's future IT museum, is crowdfunding to preserve Silicon Valley history. Mark and Katie Barlow aim to showcase their vast tech collection.
How social media lost the New Zealand election
Tue, 30th Sep 2014
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apple
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gaming
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technology gifts
In the wake of the 2014 general election, it could be time for companies and political parties alike to take a fresh look at social media.
Is 3D dead…again?
Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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gaming
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technology gifts
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3d
3D presentations have enjoyed a regular cycle of boom and bust and right now, the future of 3D television is looking increasingly like a passing fad.
Pentech: Where people matter...
Wed, 17th Sep 2014
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bi
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big data
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cloud services
Pentech redefines tech service with a people-centric approach, thriving on deep relationships and swift, tailored solutions in Wellington.
More on me: Deidre Steyn, ICONZ Webvisions
Fri, 22nd Aug 2014
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iconz
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africa
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more on me
It may have been a long and winding road to get there, but for Deidre Steyn, the technology industry was always going to be a natural fit for her talents.
More on me: Mark Petrie, Snap
Thu, 17th Jul 2014
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snap
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qualifications
From school dropout to CEO of Snap, Mark Petrie's journey shows the power of passion over formal education in the ICT industry.
More on me: Victor Tsai, Dynamic Supplies
Mon, 23rd Jun 2014
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more on me
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dynamic supplies
Victor Tsai, from tech retail innovator to Dynamic Supplies leader, proves persistence pays in a career-spanning people-first philosophy.
More on me: Simon Smith, APC by Schneider Electric
Mon, 16th Jun 2014
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data centre maintenance / management
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power / energy
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schneider electric
Simon Smith, Regional Manager, NZ and South Pacific at APC by Schneider Electric, reflects on his journey in the IT industry and the future of technology.
More on me: Ray Jackson, 2Talk
Wed, 4th Jun 2014
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voip
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contact centre
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microsoft teams
From CERN to CEO, Ray Jackson's journey through tech to launching 2Talk showcases a visionary path blending innovation with a love for New Zealand.
More on me: Steve Victor, OneNet
Tue, 3rd Jun 2014
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onenet
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founders
From fascination to career, Steve Victor's journey in tech leads him to OneNet as National Sales Manager, where service trumps product.
More on me: Colin Hewett, Fuji Xerox Printers
Wed, 28th May 2014
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fuji xerox
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more on me
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mentorship
Fuji Xerox Printers Commercial/Distribution Manager Colin Hewett reflects on his journey in the technology industry.
More on me: Stuart Preston, Symantec
Tue, 27th May 2014
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symantec
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more on me
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retailers
Being in the technology industry was always on the cards for Stuart Preston, Symantec’s New Zealand Business Manager.
More on me: Peter Thomas, KeepItSafe
Mon, 26th May 2014
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dr
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cloud services
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cybersecurity
From baker to tech mogul: Peter Thomas, of KeepItSafe, revolutionised backup solutions, charting his journey from the food industry to a 750% growth.
More on me: Jon McGettigan, Fortinet NZ
Thu, 22nd May 2014
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firewall
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network management
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network security
From cycle shop to tech leader, Jon McGettigan's journey to Fortinet NZ maps the route of an unexpected career turn fuelled by passion and planning.
More on me: Chris Westall, Eaton
Thu, 22nd May 2014
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more on me
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eaton
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supermarkets
Being in the business of keeping the electricity flowing is a good one, says Chris Westall, because everyone needs power for everything.
More on me: Russell Webber, FlexiGroup
Tue, 20th May 2014
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more on me
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flexigroup
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iren
Russell Webber, GM of FlexiGroup, showcases pride and drive for excellence in the heart of Auckland, empowering SMEs through financial flexibility.
More on me: Nathan Knight, Lenovo
Mon, 19th May 2014
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lenovo
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more on me
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ndi
Being back in the country after 12 years abroad has delivered a refreshing sense of perspective for Nathan Knight, channel executive at Lenovo New Zealand.