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Microsoft apologises after a local glitch took its US cloud service down for hours, affecting North American businesses.

SAP's Business ByDesign won't hit New Zealand until late 2011, citing localisation needs for HR payroll and finance modules, says spokesman.

SAP unveils feature pack 2.5 for its Business ByDesign suite, now available in six countries, and introduces three new starter packages to boost adoption.

In the digital skies, the challenge of cloud security hinges on balancing control with trust, urging a collaborative push for standards.

Nokia Siemens acquires Motorola's wireless division for $1.2bn, aiming to bolster global presence and enhance ties with leading operators.

A Russian spy who infiltrated Microsoft as a software tester in Seattle has been deported. The FBI confirms he gained no sensitive information.

Project management salaries defy the global recession, with 51% of surveyed managers reporting raises and a median global salary hitting USD $90,260.

Google reports revenue increase of 23% for first quarter, reaffirms commitment to innovation and heavy investment.

NZ lags behind the US in customer service automation, but Zeacom's CEO believes there's time to catch up amid recession contrasts.

Kiwi firms tackle global expansion: Employing local presences abroad and innovative remote working tech to thrive in international markets.

Mainfreight has overhauled its entire IT environment in China and Hong Kong and deployed a virtualisation solution from Citrix which supports 160 users.

Summer school students at Waikato University are the first to trial a new information service designed for smartphones.

In a move that will disrupt the networking industry, Hewlett-Packard has entered into an agreement to buy network, switching, routing and security.

Kordia to construct new trans-Tasman OptiKor cable after securing foundation customers, promising direct, cost-effective connectivity.

Support. Educate. Engage. These three words represent the core focus of the recently formed Contact Centre Institute of New Zealand.

New Zealand set to accelerate adoption of IPv6, with 'Father of the Internet' Dr Vint Cerf to speak at key events.

Telecom's XT Network offers simplified roaming pricing, but there is little difference in cost compared to Vodafone.

The IT sector in New Zealand is poorly prepared for the challenges posed by climate change, raising questions about its ability to keep businesses competitive.