About Catherine
Catherine Knowles
Journalist
Currently working as a freelance writer and content creator, Catherine has a keen interest in all areas of technology and storytelling in our digital age. Having worked with a number of businesses and people across media, education, publishing and communications, Catherine has a definite respect for common sense, great content and turning ideas into reality.
Stories by Catherine - Page 336
Emerson brings SmartCabinet to Australia and New Zealand
Thu, 24th Mar 2016
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it industry
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emerson network power
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sme
Emerson Network Power launches SmartCabinet, a pre-engineered integrated rack solution for small computer rooms.
Are you ready for the next wave of enterprise software? Adobe is
Thu, 24th Mar 2016
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martech
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software development
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cloud services
Adobe propels into the ‘experience business wave’ at Summit 2016, unveiling innovations in Adobe Marketing Cloud and tools for personalised customer engagement.
Dimension Data's leadership team gets a refresh
Thu, 24th Mar 2016
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digital transformation
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dimension data
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jobs
Dimension Data strengthens leadership team with appointment of two new general managers to support clients in digital transformation and business expansion.
The role of the CFO is changing. How can technology help?
Thu, 24th Mar 2016
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financing
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cfo
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concur
Advancements in technology are shaping the role of CFOs, providing greater insight and more efficient financial management.
Facebook brings back 'Safety Check' following Brussels bombings
Wed, 23rd Mar 2016
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facebook
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social media
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online safety
Facebook has reinstated its Safety Check feature for users in Brussels, following a series of terrorist attacks that took place on March 22nd.
LG's X series touches down, complete with unique camera features
Wed, 23rd Mar 2016
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smartphones
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technology gifts
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chip
LG's X series phones roll out globally, featuring unique camera tech like dual lenses and second screens, previously reserved for flagships.
Self-lacing sneakers: Good enough for Marty McFly, and now Nike
Wed, 23rd Mar 2016
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smartphones
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fitness
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nike
Nike is set to release its self-lacing sneakers, called HyperAdapt 1.0, later this year. The shoes tighten automatically when you step in.
Connected Learning Advisory to host digital tech events this April
Wed, 23rd Mar 2016
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edutech
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e-learning
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digital engagement
The Connected Learning Advisory has announced it will run a one-day professional support workshop for teachers around New Zealand this April.
Employees worry about security but don't do anything about it, survey finds
Wed, 23rd Mar 2016
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cybersecurity
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apps
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cloud services
Survey reveals a stark gap between employee worries over personal data security and lax workplace practices, risking breaches.
Big things are on the horizon for biometrics security
Wed, 23rd Mar 2016
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surveillance
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biometrics
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mfa
Biometrics industry to reach $30bn by 2021, driven by fingerprint sensors and facial recognition, says ABI Research.
Microsoft Student Accelerator event kicks off in Auckland
Wed, 23rd Mar 2016
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edutech
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microsoft
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studentit
The 2016 Microsoft Student Accelerator event in Auckland will see Kiwi students pitch their inventions to a judging panel, including the US Ambassador.
EdTech World Tour comes to an end: 'NZ has been a great inspiration'
Wed, 23rd Mar 2016
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edutech
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it training
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social media
Busson and Jarre say at each stage of the New Zealand leg, they were welcomed and impressed by this country’s approach to edtech.
Honeywell acquires Movilizer, cloud platform trailblazer
Tue, 22nd Mar 2016
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uc
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telco
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sap
Honeywell completes acquisition of Movilizer, a cloud platform for field service applications. Details undisclosed.
CommArc first Kiwi company to achieve Veeam platinum partner status
Tue, 22nd Mar 2016
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virtualisation
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partner programmes
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customers
CommArc Consulting has become the first New Zealand company to achieve platinum partner status in the Veeam’s Cloud & Service Provider Programme.
Unified communications and collaboration: The way of the future?
Tue, 22nd Mar 2016
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uc
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data analytics
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martech
Unified communications and collaboration (UC-C) offers more than traditional VoIP, says NetScout, warning of potential challenges.
Aussie researchers make game-changing cyber security breakthrough
Tue, 22nd Mar 2016
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advanced persistent threat protection
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quantum computing
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cybersecurity
University of Sydney research team makes breakthrough in generating single photons for quantum information in security systems.
Blue Coat Systems dominates network security forensics market
Tue, 22nd Mar 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Blue Coat Systems has been recognised by Frost - Sullivan for its dominance in the global network security forensics market.
Security concerns aren't going anywhere, new report finds
Tue, 22nd Mar 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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iot
When it comes to adopting new technologies and implementing business transformations, security is often not in place although it's a crucial concern.
Veritas launches dedicated data centre in Australia
Tue, 22nd Mar 2016
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devops
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hyperscale
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dc
Veritas launches new cloud data center in Australia to meet demand for email archiving and e-discovery solutions.
Epson diversifies offerings: Apparently, paper isn't dead
Tue, 22nd Mar 2016
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printing
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epson
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virgin media o2
Epson has announced it has developed the world’s first compact office papermaking system that can turn shredded waste paper into new paper.