Microsoft stories - Page 174
Founded in Albuquerque in April 1975 by the famous duo of founders Bill Gates and Paul Allen, Microsoft is today one of the biggest global IT companies. More than five decades after its inception, the company is now the world's third most valuable enterprise by market cap.
Computer software, personal computers and consumer electronics are the core business of Microsoft, but the company is also focused on cloud computing services and video games as well.
Computer software, personal computers and consumer electronics are the core business of Microsoft, but the company is also focused on cloud computing services and video games as well.

Track’em - the cloud-based tracking system that saves time, money & headaches
Wed, 12th Jul 2017
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Track'em, a software solution that tracks materials and assets for large construction projects, is revolutionizing the industry.

Rittal joins industry heavyweights to promote standardisation
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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The rack producer has joined global vendors like HPE and GE Digital in the Open19 Foundation to help cut costs, save power and increase flexibility.

Microsoft opens doors for SIs to join Mixed Reality Partner program in HoloLens push
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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Microsoft has launched a Mixed Reality Partner Program for systems integrators and digital agencies as it ups its HoloLens push.

Microsoft partners with IBM for Surface support; launches Surface Alliance
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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Microsoft is ramping up its push for partner Surface sales, launching a new service and support offering, via IBM, and a Surface Reseller Alliance.

SafeStack snags Google, Microsoft cybersecurity experts for new advisory board
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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New Zealand-based cybersecurity firm SafeStack has signed up major talent to its advisory board to help the company achieve further growth.

Microsoft & KPMG launch new digital solution hub & smart audit platform
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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Microsoft and KPMG have expanded their partnership with the launch of two initiatives to address global business issues.

$250 million, new programmes and discounts to help Microsoft ISVs
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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Microsoft's $250m boost for ISVs: New Azure programmes and up to 50% discounts aim to expand partner opportunities and innovation.

Microsoft & Schneider Electric partner on Kiwi IOT project
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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power / energy
The internet of things has come to rural Canterbury in this collaboration between Microsoft & Schneider Electric.

Microsoft 365 suite announced at Microsoft Inspire conference
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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Building upon the success of the vendors cloud based productivity suite. They announce a new offering to commercial clients.

Nine facts about Microsoft's global channel ecosystem
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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Diving into Microsoft's robust channel ecosystem, Nadella champions cloud focus, ensuring partner profitability and a competitive edge.

Microsoft allows Azure to run on premise with Azure Stack announcement
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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Microsoft's Azure Stack ushers in hybrid cloud era, letting enterprises run cloud services in-house with tech giants as partners.

NZ channel meet at Microsoft Inspire in Washington, DC
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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Over 90 New Zealand channel partners gathered at Microsoft Inspire in Washington, DC, hearing Ambassador Tim Groser discuss global expansion opportunities.

Eclipse inks Experian reseller deal to keep dodgy data out of CRM migrations
Mon, 10th Jul 2017
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Microsoft Gold partner Eclipse has signed a deal to provide Experian data quality products across Australia and New Zealand.

Fortinet and Microsoft heighten security alliance for Azure workloads
Mon, 10th Jul 2017
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Fortinet and Microsoft have expanded their technology alliance and are now bringing the Fortinet Fabric-Ready Partner Program to Microsoft Azure.

Tech Data becomes a Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider in India
Fri, 7th Jul 2017
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Tech Data's Technology Solutions business has become a Microsoft CSP for India in a deal it says enables partners to create more recurring revenue.

Bulletproof flags wider than expected loss of $2 million
Fri, 7th Jul 2017
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Bulletproof has warned that it now expects a larger loss than originally anticipated at $2 million despite an improved revenue.

Halo 5 getting 4K update plus other Halo games will be backwards compatible
Fri, 7th Jul 2017
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Microsoft has announced some great new things are coming to Halo fans. Older games will be backwards compatible plus Halo 5: Guardians in 4K.

Technavio: Here are the top 8 data center vendors in Southeast Asia
Fri, 7th Jul 2017
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Many growing enterprises in Southeast Asia are considering the construction of data center facilities to maintain competitiveness.

Facebook announces the formation of a global internet forum to counter terrorism
Thu, 29th Jun 2017
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Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter and YouTube form global internet forum to combat terrorism and stop its spread on their platforms.

Enterprise architecture: Abacus 5.1 gets 3D visualisation & UI updates
Wed, 28th Jun 2017
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data analytics
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Avolution has released Abacus 5.1, offering new 3D data visualisation, faster processing, and icon libraries for executive reports.