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Equinix achieves 96% renewable energy coverage in new report
Hyperscale

Equinix achieves 96% renewable energy coverage in new report

This strategy is focused on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) that align with Equinix's vision.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd 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
Exclusive: Socialsuite simplifies ESG for small caps and private companies
Artificial Intelligence

Exclusive: Socialsuite simplifies ESG for small caps and private companies

Socialsuite is on a mission to make ESG simpler and help ensure all enterprises can demonstrate the change they are making.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd May 2023
Digital Edge publishes second ESG report, 'Future Possible'
Hyperscale

Digital Edge publishes second ESG report, 'Future Possible'

The first ESG report was published by Digital Edge in April 2020, and that report set out a number of ambitious targets aligned with its three key ESG pillars.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Apr 2023
Singapore, Thailand lead Asian markets in making ESG a top business priority
Public Cloud

Singapore, Thailand lead Asian markets in making ESG a top business priority

Google Cloud's latest sustainability research highlights that financial performance and fulfilling ESG responsibilities is not a zero-sum game.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Fri, 28th Apr 2023
Commvault, Microsoft collaboration delivering cost savings
Public Cloud

Commvault, Microsoft collaboration delivering cost savings

Commvault and Microsoft have released the results of a study demonstrating cost savings and improved data security for customers.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Apr 2023
UK businesses embracing multiple IT infrastructures: Nutanix
Hybrid Cloud

UK businesses embracing multiple IT infrastructures: Nutanix

Nutanix's survey found enterprises prioritising cross-platform visibility and management to stay ahead of the preferred mixed IT curve.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Apr 2023
Can AI really learn? And can we learn to work with it?
Generative AI

Can AI really learn? And can we learn to work with it?

The biggest controversy around AI is whether it can actually learn or if it only does what it is programmed to do. So far, the answer is 'yes and no.'.

By Fred Caranese • 5 min read • Mon, 3rd Apr 2023
Cybersecurity skills shortage a serious concern - Fortinet
Firewalls

Cybersecurity skills shortage a serious concern - Fortinet

Organisations will need to increase their cybersecurity teams if they are going to manage, and boards of organisations are in agreement.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Mar 2023
Technology and Global Environment, Social and Governance Goals
Hyperscale

Technology and Global Environment, Social and Governance Goals

Although ESG challenges can be difficult to quantify, understanding and setting baselines are critical for new goals to be established.

By Semra Barutchu • 5 min read • Thu, 23rd Mar 2023
Senior leadership and data powerful drivers for DEI initiatives - report
Human Capital Management

Senior leadership and data powerful drivers for DEI initiatives - report

Workday study reveals lack of strategic approach to diversity in Asia Pacific and Japan, with clear opportunities for Australia and New Zealand.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: It's simple - Empowered women empower women
Leadership

IWD 2023: It's simple - Empowered women empower women

There was a time when she sat at the boardroom table with just one other woman present, but today Jean says she sees a lot more women becoming leaders.

By Jean Aw • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Mar 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) stories

Green IT: The importance of a sustainable business model
Partner Programmes

Green IT: The importance of a sustainable business model

Alex Tupman, CEO of Espria, reveals why adopting sustainable business practices is a lucrative opportunity, not a sacrifice.

By Alex Tupman • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: My advice for women in tech - dare to have a purpose
IT Industry

IWD 2023: My advice for women in tech - dare to have a purpose

As a female technologist from way back, here are pieces of advice that I wish I had known when I first entered the field and my guidance to the next generation.

By Charlotte Ward • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Breaking Barriers for Women in the African Tech Industry
Digital Transformation

IWD 2023: Breaking Barriers for Women in the African Tech Industry

While the number of women in senior leadership roles is increasing (such as mine), progress is sluggish, and women continue to encounter barriers to success.

By Houda Lahrichi • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: The Art of Shifting Careers - from art to telco
Interactive

IWD 2023: The Art of Shifting Careers - from art to telco

From fine arts to tech, a woman of colour shares her journey of breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry. #TechTrailblazer #WomensDay.

By Mahwish Ehsan • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Women in the modern workplace – culture needs to catch up
Hybrid & Remote Work

IWD 2023: Women in the modern workplace – culture needs to catch up

While COVID-19 had a devastating impact on global health and economies, it also acted as a catalyst for modernisation in the workplace.

By Varsha Amin • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: My advice for Women in STEM - you belong
International Women's Day

IWD 2023: My advice for Women in STEM - you belong

Every one of us needs to make a conscious and concerted effort to create the platforms and make the space for every voice to be heard and opinion to be counted.

By Aditi Subbarao • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023