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Founded in Albuquerque in April 1975 by the famous duo of founders Bill Gates and Paul Allen, Microsoft is today one of the biggest global IT companies. More than five decades after its inception, the company is now the world's third most valuable enterprise by market cap.

Computer software, personal computers and consumer electronics are the core business of Microsoft, but the company is also focused on cloud computing services and video games as well.
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Microsoft NZ appoints Matt Bostwick as commercial partner director

Fri, 10th Jul 2020
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Microsoft's new commercial partner director, Matt Bostwick, is excited about the company's data center growth plans in New Zealand.
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Device authentication services to reach $8.4 billion by 2026 in response to IoT cybersecurity

Mon, 6th Jul 2020
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ABI Research predicts that there will be over 23 billion IoT connections by 2026, leading to a surge in investment in secure authentication technologies.
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Video: Business unusual with Ingram Micro NZ

Mon, 6th Jul 2020
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Leaders from NZ's biggest distributor offer resellers and MSPs advice on how to move forward in a post-COVID-19 world, and explains how Ingram can help.
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Video: How offering the Surface range can boost your sales

Mon, 6th Jul 2020
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Ingram NZ MS Surface BDM Sandre Nicols explains the sales opportunities for channel partners with the streamlined Surface range, fit for any use-case.
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Interview: ACE Training execs discuss how to capitalise on NZ's new data centre region

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Microsoft's plan to launch a data center region in New Zealand is expected to fuel digital transformation opportunities for businesses.
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Video: The channel partners' guide to AV installation for Teams

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Cloud collaboration is here to stay. Microsoft partner development manager details how to provide the right AV solution for every Teams customer.
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Microsoft to help NZ job seekers acquire new digital skills for the COVID-19 economy

Fri, 3rd Jul 2020
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Microsoft and Adecco have partnered to offer free learning resources to New Zealand job seekers, helping them gain the necessary skills for in-demand roles.
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Huawei ranks #6 among world's most innovative companies for 2020

Fri, 3rd Jul 2020
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Apple, Alphabet, Amazon, Microsoft and Huawei occupy the top spots, followed by Alibaba, IBM, Sony and Facebook.
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Commvault partners with Microsoft to deliver SaaS and cloud technology

Thu, 2nd Jul 2020
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Commvault and Microsoft ink a multi-year deal to integrate Metallic SaaS on Azure, enhancing data protection and cloud technology scalability.
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Micro Focus launches solutions designed to aid modernisation

Wed, 1st Jul 2020
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Micro Focus launches Visual COBOL 6.0 and Enterprise Suite 6.0 to aid modernisation and innovation in core business systems.
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Colt extends SD-WAN offering for customers moving to cloud

Fri, 26th Jun 2020
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Colt launches multi-cloud access for enterprises via its SD WAN platform, offering improved security, agility, and latency.
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Former Salesforce, Microsoft security exec to lead Zoom security team

Fri, 26th Jun 2020
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Zoom has announced the appointment of former Microsoft and Salesforce executive Jason Lee as its new chief information security officer.
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Things are getting personal with Microsoft Teams

Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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Microsoft Teams introduces new features to help users manage work and personal life, allowing seamless collaboration, sharing, and organisation.
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Nutanix strengthens Desktop as a Service solution

Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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Nutanix strengthens its DaaS solution, Xi Frame, with enhanced security, flexibility, and availability for enterprise customers.
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How a NZ business keeps staff connected and productive across the country

Mon, 22nd Jun 2020
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Voyager Internet keeps over 100 employees in Auckland, Christchurch, and Wellington connected and productive using Microsoft Teams and Microsoft 365.
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SAS announces latest version of Viya, bringing advanced analytics to businesses

Fri, 19th Jun 2020
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SAS releases SAS Viya 4 with enhanced analytics functionality for the cloud, including AI capabilities and ease of use.
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Google & Parallels to bring Windows apps to Chrome Enterprise

Thu, 18th Jun 2020
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Google partners with Parallels to bring Windows apps, including Microsoft Office, to Chrome Enterprise, enhancing Chromebook functionality later this year.
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Microsoft releases latest edition of Security Endpoints Threats report

Wed, 17th Jun 2020
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Microsoft's latest Security Endpoints Threats report highlights a persistent gap in cyber threat exposure between APAC's developed and developing nations.
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Blonde Robot signs ANZ distribution deal with Studio Network Solutions

Wed, 17th Jun 2020
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As part of the agreement, Blonde Robot will now be distributing SNS's EVO shared storage workflow server in the two countries.
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Interview: Dell explores the core tenets of multi-cloud

Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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Multi-cloud is more than just an IT strategy, it requires a cultural shift and long-term planning, says Dell Technologies ANZ CTO Melissa Osborne.