Strategy stories - Page 21

IBM names first female CEO
Thu, 27th Oct 2011
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IBM appoints Virginia Rometty as its first female CEO after 100 years in business. She will take up the role in January.

The coming of age for UC
Sat, 1st Oct 2011
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Unified Communications (UC) ushers in a new communication era, offering bespoke tech solutions for enhanced collaboration and efficiency.

Time for leadership in SMB sector
Wed, 21st Sep 2011
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Employees need to understand their role in their organisation, and their organisation's role in the world: report.

Telecom sets dates for shareholder vote, demerger
Tue, 13th Sep 2011
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Telecom will hold a shareholder vote on October 26 to confirm its demerger from Chorus, with the separation expected to complete by November 30 if approved.

Following the hedgehog’s path to success
Thu, 1st Sep 2011
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partner programmes
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software development
Inspired by Jim Collins’ hedgehog concept, Chris Maclean’s focus on IT infrastructure has driven significant growth and innovation at Maclean Computing.

Telecom writes off $257m in asset impairments
Sat, 20th Aug 2011
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Telecom has written off USD $257 million in asset impairments due to Ultra Fast Broadband upgrades, yet still saw a 1.6% rise in net earnings.

CodeBlue appoints 'Virtual CIO'
Tue, 12th Jul 2011
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A new position has been created at CodeBlue allowing the company to provide a ‘Virtual CIO’ to its SMB customers.

Aastra rolls out local channel programme
Fri, 1st Jul 2011
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Aastra revamps its New Zealand approach with a local channel programme, new hires, and imminent product launches to boost market share and partner engagement.

Intel updates channel partner programme
Thu, 12th May 2011
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personal computing devices
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pc hardware
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support
Intel has unveiled a unified channel programme in Australia/New Zealand at the Solutions Summit in Melbourne, integrating system builders and resellers.

Complexity is a welcome challenge
Sun, 1st May 2011
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Navigating the IT landscape for over 40,000 users at the University of Auckland, Miles Fordyce thrives on complexity and the vibrancy of campus life.

Fuji Xerox tweaks ANZ channel team
Thu, 14th Apr 2011
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Fuji Xerox Printers revamps marketing and sales teams in Australia and New Zealand with four new appointments to boost its channel partner strategy.

HP seeks partnerships for major cloud play
Mon, 4th Apr 2011
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partner programmes
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CEO Leo Apotheker tells an audience of entrepreneurs and venture capitalists that HP will look to make new partnerships for the cloud.

Get the ball rolling
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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A hard afternoon surfing the internet can make you feel as if your brain is turning to mashed potatoes, but there’s a way to turn that all around.

Google names new CEO
Fri, 21st Jan 2011
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Google shakes up its leadership: Eric Schmidt steps down as CEO, handing over daily operations to co-founder Larry Page, starting April 4.

What to do when an employee steals your IP
Mon, 1st Nov 2010
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When an employee steals your intellectual property and clients, turn to your employment agreements. Here's your guide to safeguarding and enforcing your rights.

Microsoft must look beyond the PC
Wed, 27th Oct 2010
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data privacy
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Former Chief Software Architect says Microsoft must look beyond the PC if it's to remain the force it is today.

Xero gets $4 million for US expansion
Fri, 22nd Oct 2010
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commerce systems
Xero secures NZD $4 million from Peter Thiel to fuel its US expansion, with Thiel joining the US Advisory Board to challenge Quickbooks.

OpenCloud lands £4 million Nokia investment
Fri, 10th Sep 2010
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Nokia Siemens Networks invests GBP £4 million in OpenCloud to integrate its telecom software, boosting innovation and growth in convergent services.

Intel confirms Infineon deal
Wed, 1st Sep 2010
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smartphones
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wireless networks
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Intel confirms a USD $1.4 billion deal to acquire Infineon's Wireless Solutions Business, aiming to boost its mobile and embedded product offerings.

Is business continuity becoming cloudier?
Wed, 1st Sep 2010
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Cloud solutions offer flexibility and cost savings for business continuity, but aren't a one-size-fits-all fix. CIOs still juggle risk and budget.