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It may have been a long and winding road to get there, but for Deidre Steyn, the technology industry was always going to be a natural fit for her talents.

ShoreTel appoints Frederic Gillant as Vice President and Managing Director for Asia Pacific to drive sales and expand partner network.

John Stanton, the link between Microsoft, Steve Jobs, and 2degrees, takes a seat on Microsoft's board, showcasing his vast influence in mobile tech.

John W. Stanton, billionaire backer of 2degrees, joins Microsoft's board, bolstering the tech giant's mobile and global expertise.

More than half of all devices in corporate networks are ageing or obsolete, according to Dimension Data's annual Network Barometer Report 2014.

PC monitor shipments decline in Q1 2014, but stronger than forecasted, according to IDC. Dell and HP both experience solid growth.

Why is IBM transitioning x86 to Lenovo? That's million-dollar question on the lips of the company's Business Partners.

Worldwide software market forecasted to grow 5.9% in 2014, driven by Big Data and analytics and enterprise applications - IDC.

Juniper Research estimates that the combined Motorola-Lenovo smartphone shipments for Q1 2013 exceeded 20 million, putting the joint entity into a third place.

Deidre Steyn tells David Williams how she is relishing the role of general manager at one of New Zealand's original internet success stories.

Despite a decline in PC sales, Gartner forecasts a 6.9% growth in device shipments in 2014, driven by mobiles and tablets.

Dimension Data introduces Cloud Private Network Connection (CPNC) services, enhancing security and performance for cloud data management globally.

IBM CEO Ginni Rometty has said the company must address its under-performing hardware business after a disappointing year.

At last week's NetGuide Web Awards, founder Tex Edwards hit the stage with a message for New Zealand and it's regulators.

Nokia launches five affordable smartphones, including Nokia X series, at Mobile World Congress to connect the next billion users.

Vodafone Australia to launch the biggest 4G global roaming network, offering fast access in NZ, the UK, Europe at no extra cost.

Worldwide sales of smartphones accounted for 53.6 percent of overall mobile phone sales in 2013, exceeding annual sales of feature phones for the first time.

Sophos strengthens its network security game by acquiring Cyberoam Technologies, promising innovation and a broader product range.

Samsung and Apple increased combined semiconductor demand by 17% in 2013, remaining the top buyers, says Gartner.

As PC shipments nosedive for the seventh consecutive quarter, rumours swirl that tech giant Dell is cutting its workforce.