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Zach Thompson

Former TechDay team member

Zach has experience with filmmaking, magazine writing, and a curiosity about the world and the stories of the people around him. He is accustomed to the city life, but likes to get away to visit family when he can. Zach loves to create and when he is not in the office, he is usually drawing, writing fiction stories, or watching a movie.

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Written by Zach

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Digital Island
Unified Communications

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Digital Island

Leon Sheehan, CEO of Digital Island, joins us today to tell us more about Digital Island, its new workshop offering, and what the company expects for 2023.

By Zach Thompson • 1 min read • Tue, 16th May 2023
Future State 2023: What eCommerce could be like in 20 years
Data Analytics

Future State 2023: What eCommerce could be like in 20 years

A keynote presentation at Future State 2023 saw two Adidas leaders discuss the implications of Artificial Intelligence for the future of eCommerce.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Fri, 12th May 2023
Inaugural NZ tech event addresses our digital future
Large Language Models

Inaugural NZ tech event addresses our digital future

Spark Business Labs held Future State 2023 yesterday at Auckland's Spark Arena, inviting a range of business and thought leaders to discuss the future of work.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Fri, 12th May 2023
Digital Island's new workshop for superior contact centres
Unified Communications

Digital Island's new workshop for superior contact centres

Digital Island has launched Customer Experience Accelerator Lab to help businesses get the most out of their contact centre operations.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Tue, 9th May 2023
CompTIA event to discuss how generative AI will affect MSPs
Partner Programmes

CompTIA event to discuss how generative AI will affect MSPs

The ANZ Computer Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) is hosting its latest industry networking event series to discuss the impact of ChatGPT on MSPs.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Tue, 9th May 2023
Digital Innovator Matt Orange appointed Woods' GM of Data Products & Services
Artificial Intelligence

Digital Innovator Matt Orange appointed Woods' GM of Data Products & Services

Woods, a New Zealand-based multidisciplinary consultancy firm, has appointed Matt Orange as GM of Data Products & Services to expand its focus.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Thu, 4th May 2023

Global Stories

Written by Zach

Future State 2023: Boldness and inclusivity to pave the way
Clean technologies

Future State 2023: Boldness and inclusivity to pave the way

Future State 2023 explored two key themes yesterday: the importance of involving indigenous practices in digital and our collective uncertainty about life.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Fri, 12th May 2023
Appian launches AI offering, integrates tech on platform
Data Science

Appian launches AI offering, integrates tech on platform

Appian has integrated generative AI into the Appian Platform and launched AI Skill Designer, a simple but powerful tool for businesses.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Wed, 10th May 2023
NZ data centre partnership offering greater data sovereignty
Unified Communications

NZ data centre partnership offering greater data sovereignty

Data Centre 220 is working with Xtreme Networks to provide customers with unmatched data sovereignty and geographic diversity.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Wed, 10th May 2023
Three ways BLUETTI can help you celebrate Mother's Day
Power / Energy

Three ways BLUETTI can help you celebrate Mother's Day

Mother's Day is an occasion to show love and appreciation to our mothers and mother figures. Here are three ways to celebrate with BLUETTI power solutions.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Wed, 10th May 2023
Apricorn releases its first offering to feature NVME SSD
Data Protection

Apricorn releases its first offering to feature NVME SSD

Apricorn has released the USB 10Gbps Aegis NVX, the first encrypted device the company has offered to feature an NVME SSD inside.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Mon, 8th May 2023
Former GCHQ cyber security head appointed as UK CyberCX chairman
Cloud Security

Former GCHQ cyber security head appointed as UK CyberCX chairman

CyberCX announces the appointment of Ciaran Martin as chairman in UK as part of their strategy to expand their presence in the global market.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Thu, 4th May 2023
Cyber awareness training leaves companies exposed to attacks
Cybersecurity

Cyber awareness training leaves companies exposed to attacks

Traditional cybersecurity awareness training leaves companies vulnerable to social engineering attacks, according to cyberconIQ.

By Zach Thompson • 6 min read • Thu, 4th May 2023
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Socialsuite
Digital Transformation

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Socialsuite

Brad Gurrie, CEO of Socialsuite, tells us more about the company, its offering, where it is focused next, and how to get in touch.

By Zach Thompson • 5 min read • Tue, 2nd May 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Written by Zach

IGEL appoints Klaus Oestermann as Executive Chair of the Board
Software-as-a-Service

IGEL appoints Klaus Oestermann as Executive Chair of the Board

Klaus Oestermann has been appointed as the new Executive Chair of IGEL Board, aiming to cement their position in the end-user computing market.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Thu, 4th May 2023
Sitecore appoints Gus Quiroga as Area VP for Australia
Customer Experience

Sitecore appoints Gus Quiroga as Area VP for Australia

Sitecore, a global digital experience management software leader, has appointed Gus Quiroga as Area Vice President for Australia to drive sales growth.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Thu, 4th May 2023
Why retail needs to foster seamless omnichannel experiences
Customer Experience

Why retail needs to foster seamless omnichannel experiences

Retailers need to operate multiple channels to keep all their customers happy and meet them where they want to be met. The solution is omnichannel.

By Zach Thompson • 6 min read • Tue, 2nd May 2023