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Global Stories

Acquisition stories

Zoho study reveals rising customer service expectations in Australia

A Zoho study reveals that Australian consumers now see exceptional customer service as a basic expectation, with 31% deeming it a standard rather than a bonus.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2024

Storage

Exclusive: Pure Storage reveals new innovations during roadshow

Pure Storage unveiled cutting-edge products and features during the Accelerate roadshow, aiming to simplify data management and boost efficiency. Melbourne is the next stop.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2024

Network Infrastructure

Alkira expands presence by joining Google Cloud Marketplace

Alkira expands its reach, offering its Network Infrastructure as a Service platform on Google Cloud Marketplace, now available on AWS, Azure, and GCP.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024

Data Protection

Commvault to acquire Clumio to boost AWS data protection

Commvault plans to acquire Clumio to boost cyber resilience and enhance cloud data protection within AWS. The deal, set for October 2024, aims to expand Commvault's SaaS offerings.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024

EduTech

Workday debuts 12 Industry Accelerators to boost HR & finance

Workday unveils twelve new Industry Accelerators, partnering globally to help customers modernise HR and finance across various sectors.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024

Digital Transformation

Exclusive: Lumify Group's CEO highlights expansion in ANZ region

Lumify Group, under CEO Jon Lang, is enhancing its footprint in the ANZ region with strategic acquisitions, new digital courses, and advanced training solutions.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024

Unified Communications

Access4 honours top-performing partners at 2024 ANZ awards

Access4 celebrated its top-performing partners at the 2024 ANZ Partner Awards in Queenstown, recognising outstanding contributions and innovative achievements.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Sep 2024

Fintech

GoCardless appoints Daliņš as VP, boosts Riga operations

GoCardless has named Pēteris Daliņš as VP of Operations and head of its Riga office, bolstering its leadership and footprint in Latvia's fintech sector.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2024

IT Automation

Gartner study: 30% of enterprises to automate network by 2026

A Gartner report forecasts that 30% of enterprises will automate more than half of their network activities by 2026, leveraging AI and intelligent automation.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024

Software-as-a-Service

Veeam names Niraj Tolia new CTO after acquiring Alcion

Veeam appoints former Alcion co-founder Niraj Tolia as new CTO to drive product strategy, integrating AI-driven solutions to bolster data resilience.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise

Rimini Street's VMware support gains global traction

Rimini Street has reported a surge in global clients opting for its VMware support services, enabling them to extend the life of their VMware licenses.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024

AI Security

Patrick Morley joins Bugcrowd board after Carbon Black success

Patrick Morley, ex-CEO of Carbon Black, joins Bugcrowd's board as the company grows, securing USD $102 million funding and 130 new customers in 2024's first half.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Acquisition stories

Marketing Technologies

Why affiliate programmes aren't just for big businesses

Even small enterprises can now leverage affiliate programmes, thanks to evolving tech and referral software, making this cost-effective strategy accessible to all.

By Kirsty Sharman • 5 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024

Artificial Intelligence

Gamma teams up with Cisco to unveil new UCaaS solutions

Gamma Communications escalates its Cisco collaboration with Horizon with Webex for SMEs, new Webex for Gamma, and key acquisitions in Europe.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024

Recruitment

Solve launches as independent brand in recruitment sector

Talent launches Solve, a new independent brand, to offer innovative recruitment and workforce management solutions, targeting startups to enterprises in Asia-Pacific.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024

Unified Communications

Bugcrowd partners with Cyber Vigilance to boost UK cybersecurity

Bugcrowd partners with Cyber Vigilance to tackle UK cybersecurity skills shortage, leveraging Bugcrowd's hacker community for enhanced security services.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024

Customer Experience

Rufaro Mtuwa steps into General Manager role at insignia

Rufaro Mtuwa, a veteran of insignia, has been promoted to General Manager, where she will guide the Australian firm through its next growth phase.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024

Artificial Intelligence

UK CEOs optimistic on growth, shift to proactive deal strategies

UK CEOs are growing optimistic and shifting towards proactive deals. Investment in tech and strategic transactions are key.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024

Software-as-a-Service

Verne appoints Jensen as new Head of Marketing

Verne appoints Anne Katrine Vestergaard Jensen as Head of Marketing to bolster its sustainable data centre services across Northern Europe amidst rising demand.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024

Management

Rome2Rio welcomes Wendy Olson Killion as new CEO

Rome2Rio names travel industry veteran Wendy Olson Killion as new CEO to spearhead its vision for global trip planning and platform growth.