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 351
CEOs: Stay confident in the face of uncertainty
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Despite economic uncertainty, 59% of CEOs foresee compromises, but confidence and risk-taking are crucial for growth, says BSI research.
Agilyx New Zealand gets IRD nod of approval
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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hyperscale
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dc
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cloud services
Agilyx New Zealand has been authorised by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD), and is one of only 15 companies in New Zealand to do so.
No surprises here: Microsoft and Google top cloud email vendors
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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microsoft
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google
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email
Cloud email is gaining popularity among enterprises worldwide, with Microsoft and Google leading the way, according to Gartner.
A help or hindrance: How technology is shaking up education
Fri, 29th Jan 2016
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edutech
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digital transformation
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ar, vr & metaverse
Education revolution: Frances Valintine discusses the seismic shift in learning as technology challenges traditional schooling.
The secret to good customer relationships? Successful digital change
Fri, 29th Jan 2016
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digital transformation
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analyst report
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infosys
Businesses are failing to measure up to changing expectations when it comes to digital change, leading to deteriorating customer-brand relationships.
MIP Australia named Tableau ANZ reseller of the year
Fri, 29th Jan 2016
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healthtech
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resellers
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tableau
MIP Australia named ANZ reseller of the year by Tableau, at the vendor’s annual Asia Pacific Partner Summit held last night.
Cyber security knowledge on the rise, but is it enough?
Fri, 29th Jan 2016
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
On the whole, people appreciate how much technology has improved their lives, but the risk of personal information being exposed is on their minds.
Brocade and Nutanix tackle hyperconvergence
Thu, 28th Jan 2016
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virtualisation
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network infrastructure
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converged infrastructure
Brocade and Nutanix unite, bolstering enterprises with hyperconverged solutions for streamlined data center operations.
Hackers exploit wireless networks, steal valuable information
Thu, 28th Jan 2016
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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hackers
Wireless networks are vulnerable, but steps can be taken to protect against attacks, says Netscout's Fluke Networks Enterprise Solutions.
Cognizant invests in the cloud with latest acquisition
Thu, 28th Jan 2016
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cloud services
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cognizant
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m&a
Cognizant has acquired KBACE Technologies with the aim of enabling clients to accelerate their journey to the cloud and improve business agility.
IComm and Acano team up, target unified comms space
Thu, 28th Jan 2016
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uc
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acano
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partners
IComm joins forces with Acano to enhance unified comms for Aussie firms, promising seamless integration and improved collaboration.
Channel partners, here's how you can capitalise on cloud computing
Thu, 28th Jan 2016
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partner programmes
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open source
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cloud services
Cloud computing has transformed the channel industry in Australia and New Zealand, says Red Hat director Colin Garro.
Microsoft’s Surface Book touches down in New Zealand
Thu, 28th Jan 2016
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
Microsoft’s first ever laptop, the Surface Book, will be available in retail stores around the country from today.
NZTech and Canterbury Software Cluster join forces
Thu, 28th Jan 2016
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nztech
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startups
NZTech and Canterbury Software Cluster sign agreement to boost tech sector in New Zealand. Collaboration to drive growth.
Compass Communications to acquire Ultracom, expand UFB footprint in NZ
Thu, 28th Jan 2016
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uc
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compass communications
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telco
Compass Communications, the NZ owned and operated internet and telecommunications service provider, has announced its intent to acquire Ultracom.
Aerohive successfully woos customers
Thu, 28th Jan 2016
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customers
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aerohive networks
Aerohive Networks achieves high customer satisfaction with 97% satisfied and 95% recommending the company, according to recent study.
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UPDATED: Vodafone internet down around New Zealand, customers want answers
Thu, 28th Jan 2016
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uc
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wireless networks
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cloud services
Vodafone NZ internet is down around the country, and with no word from the company, customers have turned to Facebook to share their thoughts.
These start-ups are making tracks in the EdTech space
Wed, 27th Jan 2016
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edutech
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e-learning
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education
A number of education technology start-ups have arrived on the scene, with many attracting attention for their innovative solutions.
Kiwis: Say goodbye to US Netflix
Wed, 27th Jan 2016
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digital entertainment
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netflix
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video
Kiwis using VPNs to access Netflix US are now facing blocks as the streaming giant enforces restrictions on global content access.
Data breaches cost SMEs more than money
Wed, 27th Jan 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Data protection hacking is causing emotional distress and financial loss for SMEs, according to a report by law firm Moore Blatch.