Managing Director stories - Page 214

BlackBerry becomes the official mobile sponsor for Rugby World Cup 2011, promising innovative tech and apps for fans and officials alike.

Open source solution-provider plans to grow its channel business beyond that of its direct-to-market business.

550 employees to go as Cisco exits most of its consumer businesses to realign its operations. Full details inside.

Fujitsu's recent claim that it's the first vendor in New Zealand to achieve ISO 20000 accreditation is wrong, says Unisys.

Chris Ichter has been named as Microsoft New Zealand's new Director of Small, Midmarket Solution and Partners.

Datastor announces the launch of their new, more secure website on Apr 11, marking the first phase of a major web overhaul.

Distribution Central has undergone a management reshuffle with Nick Verykios taking over as Managing Director.

Microsoft and the Ministry of Education will work together to address the lack of digital literacy amongst school leavers in New Zealand.

Open source solutions provider Red Hat has opening its first New Zealand office with the goal of expanding its local business.

Asnet Technologies appoints industry veteran Eric Greenop as new MD, aiming for continued growth and market leadership in unified communications.

Infor has inked a reseller agreement with KernMobile to enhance its Enterprise Asset Management offerings for local government and utilities.

Microsoft NZ secures its spot as the official Rugby World Cup sponsor, promising a tech-forward experience with cutting-edge software and cloud services.

Laser names former Ingram Micro manager Tyler Smith as its new NZ country manager, aiming to bolster business growth in the region.

Christchurch's recovery needs more IT equipment; RemarkIT leads donation drive with NZ Trade and Enterprise aiming to bridge the digital gap.

Channel Advantage Programme adapted to increase partner effectiveness and deliver higher returns on investment.

IBM teams up with Ingram Micro to distribute cloud services in New Zealand, offering enhanced flexibility and support to the channel.

Microsoft research says that New Zealand is the most clued up country in Asia Pacific when it comes to understanding the cloud.

Renaissance to distribute MSI desktops, notebooks, netbooks, and graphics cards to local assemblers in New Zealand. Chair says distribution is shrinking.

Dermot McCann, formerly of IBM Australia, steps in as Kaseya's new MD for Australia and NZ, eyeing market expansion.

Brightpoint NZ partners with GN Netcom Asia to bring Jabra's innovative wireless headsets and car speakerphones to the local market.