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Customer service reps tired of not having the right tools - Pega

Tue, 10th Dec 2019
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A global Pegasystems survey reveals 34% of customer service reps feel hampered by outdated software, highlighting a need for better tech solutions.
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Micron publishes annual Diversity, Equality and Inclusion report

Fri, 6th Dec 2019
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Micron's latest report showcases strides in diversity, with initiatives like new ERGs and increased female leadership, reinforcing a commitment to inclusivity.
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NZ takes #2 spot in best markets for women entrepreneurs

Thu, 28th Nov 2019
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New Zealand is second only to the United States for being the most conducive country to women's entrepreneurship, a new report from Mastercard revealed today.
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Gartner: Geopolitical tensions affect risk management strategies

Mon, 25th Nov 2019
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Geopolitical instability is causing organisations to review their risk mitigation options in the global offshore services market, warns Gartner.
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DXC looks to accelerate IT modernisation with Virtual Clarity acquisition

Tue, 12th Nov 2019
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DXC Technology has acquired ITaaS provider Virtual Clarity to bolster IT modernisation and cloud migration capabilities for large-scale enterprise clients.
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ManageEngine leverages AU data centres to bring data closer to home

Tue, 12th Nov 2019
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ManageEngine is now utilising Melbourne and Sydney data centres to align with Australian data privacy laws, ensuring data residency and compliance.
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SoftwareONE completes strategic acquisition of BNW Consulting

Thu, 7th Nov 2019
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SoftwareONE has strategically acquired BNW Consulting to enhance its SAP capabilities in public cloud hyperscalers, expanding its global technology services.
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Cohesity nabs Veritas exec for chief revenue role

Wed, 6th Nov 2019
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Michael Cremen appointed chief revenue officer for data management company Cohesity, bringing 25 years of experience in the industry.
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HCL Technologies announces Google Cloud business unit

Fri, 1st Nov 2019
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HCL Technologies launches a Google Cloud business unit to speed up cloud adoption, aiming to ramp up specialists and support digital transformations globally.
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How SMS became the trusted mode of customer communications

Thu, 31st Oct 2019
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About 90 percent of text messages are read within three minutes of receipt and we're seven times more likely to respond to a text than an email.
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Security industry riddled with gender diversity issues & burnout

Thu, 31st Oct 2019
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Gender and racial disparities persist in the cybersecurity industry, with over 91% of professionals identifying as male, according to a survey by Exabeam.
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Quantum computing will pose risks to enterprise encryption

Thu, 24th Oct 2019
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Quantum computing poses significant threats to enterprise encryption as 71% of organisations see the security risks increasing. Companies are urged to act now.
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APAC lights the way for women in executive roles

Wed, 16th Oct 2019
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Asia Pacific leads in women executive roles, as global female board representation doubles in a decade, says Credit Suisse's 2019 Gender 3000 report.
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ManageEngine expands ESM capabilities for on-premise environments

Thu, 10th Oct 2019
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ManageEngine enhances ServiceDesk Plus with new capabilities, enabling departments to create individual service desks and streamline service management.
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Soprano Design to launch new digital and social channels

Wed, 9th Oct 2019
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Soprano Design to launch new digital channels, blending enterprise and social messaging. Soprano Connect to be available globally, boosting interaction.
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Teletrac Navman appoints new company president

Mon, 7th Oct 2019
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Teletrac Navman appoints Dr Jens Meggers as president, aiming to drive strategic direction and champion AI in meeting customer needs.
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IBM Singapore appoints Veronica Allen as new MD

Mon, 7th Oct 2019
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IBM Singapore has named Veronica Allen as its new managing director, taking over from Abraham Thomas and reporting directly to the Asia Pacific CEO.
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Intel hires new CMO & corporate treasurer

Wed, 2nd Oct 2019
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Intel unveils new leadership team with Karen Walker as chief marketing officer and Sharon Heck as corporate treasurer, fortifying strategies for future growth.
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20 by 2020: Oracle Cloud's ambitious global expansion

Wed, 18th Sep 2019
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Oracle has bold plans to launch 20 new cloud regions by 2020, equating to one region every 33 days for the next 15 months.
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Google report unlocks AI's power for social good

Mon, 16th Sep 2019
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Google's AI Impact Challenge has attracted over 2600 applications worldwide from organizations with no experience in AI.