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Exclusive: New initiative aims to challenge stereotypes and help girls Dream IT

Tue, 26th Jul 2016
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A new initiative from IT community CompTIA aims to challenge stereotypes and preconceived ideas and show year 7 and 8 girls tech really is cool.
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Exclusive: IT industry called on to help girls Dream IT

Tue, 26th Jul 2016
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IT community organisation CompTIA has put the call out for those involved in IT to speak out to encourage young girls into IT.
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New initiative to boost women's participation in ANZ IT industries

Tue, 12th Jul 2016
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The IT industry isn't just a place for the boys and is in fact a great place for the girls - an initiative has been launched to promote this message.
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CompTIA launches local initiative to encourage women into IT

Tue, 12th Jul 2016
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IT offers 'endless' opportunities for women - and now CompTIA has launched a local version of its global initiative to encourage women into IT.
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CompTIA sets ANZ channel community meeting date

Wed, 6th Jul 2016
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The meetings provide the local community a non-competitive forum with which to discuss the common challenges faced by the channel in Australia and NZ.
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Exclusive: Is flexible billing the new reseller battleground?

Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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Technology isn't the next big differentiator for resellers with the focus instead shifting to billing models. So are you ready?.
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CompTIA survey uncovers top 7 IT employability skills in the channel

Tue, 21st Jun 2016
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IT skills in the channel are more important than ever to understand and keep ahead of the industry's shape and direction.
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CompTIA urges reseller action over ransomware

Thu, 16th Jun 2016
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CompTIA is urging resellers be proactive about helping customers protect themselves from ransomware, with some less conventional, high value measures.
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Taking advantage of managed services popularity

Wed, 8th Jun 2016
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IT service providers are being advised to take advantage of the popularity of managed services and cloud-based infrastructure, according to CompTIA.
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New channel standards for managed IT solution providers released

Thu, 2nd Jun 2016
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CompTIA has rolled out its second 'channel standards' this time focusing on providing managed IT solution providers with a blueprint for best practice.
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CompTIA launches customer retention tool for MSPs

Wed, 1st Jun 2016
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CompTIA launches Managed Services Client Lifecycle tool to help MSPs boost customer acquisition, retention, and growth.
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IT pros need to reassess security approach as stakes get higher

Fri, 27th May 2016
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IT professionals must reassess their approach to security as cyber threats increase, according to a study by CompTIA.
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Technology distribution is changing - so where do channel partners stand?

Thu, 12th May 2016
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New technologies don't mean the end for channel partners - distributions can still add value, says CompTIA director.
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Security experts and not for profit produce invaluable tutorial video series

Tue, 10th May 2016
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Educational videos on critical cybersecurity topics relevant to any organisation have been produced by a group of leading security experts.
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Cyber crime hits Aussie businesses hard

Thu, 5th May 2016
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Cyber crime has struck 63% of Australian businesses in the past year, with mobile security incidents affecting 71%, according to CompTIA's latest report.
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What to consider before going all in with one vendor?

Fri, 29th Apr 2016
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Businesses should consider the tools, flexibility, and vendor relationship before choosing an all-in-one platform, according to CompTIA.
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The IT security skills gap is affecting everyone, especially the channel

Tue, 19th Apr 2016
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IT security skills shortage hits hard, with 86% of ANZ channel firms facing a gap, CompTIA meetings reveal a scramble to upskill.
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CompTIA expands education offering for channel

Thu, 7th Apr 2016
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CompTIA is ramping up its education resources with the launch of online executive certificate courses and new quick start e-learning courses.
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CompTIA launches Channel Standards for best practices

Wed, 23rd Mar 2016
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CompTIA has launched Channel Standards, a collection of best practices designed to give the ANZ channel a blueprint for best practices.
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Channel partners have more opportunities now than ever before

Wed, 9th Mar 2016
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Increased technology literacy and collaboration are among the key ways the channel can benefit from the rise of technology trends, says CompTIA.