Work from Home (WFH) stories - Page 29
In what most systems administrators may well imagine were the good old days, work was as much a place as an activity. Today, people work from anywhere. While this delivers advantages including flexibility, potentially better productivity and the promise of an improved work/life balance while attracting staff regardless of where they might live, it is not without its challenges. Security and access to company resources is more complex, while appropriate devices, connectivity and even workspaces must be considered.
Exinda: The go-to solution for traffic shaping and application performance
Thu, 20th May 2021
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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naas
Exinda is thriving in the networking industry, thanks to its expertise in traffic and application shaping. Find out more about their solutions here.
AVer launches new video conferencing camera & accessory range
Thu, 20th May 2021
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uc
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e-learning
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hybrid & remote work
The range includes a camera designed especially for distance learning, as well as four USB plug-and-play cameras, and a collaboration controller panel.
Slack report predicts 'the death of email' as app usage climbs
Wed, 19th May 2021
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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collaboration
Apps are the preferred form of communication for 87% of Australian knowledge workers, according to a study by Slack.
HP finds remote work is creating a growing cybersecurity risk
Tue, 18th May 2021
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cloud security
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phishing
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email security
HP's security report reveals remote work is increasing the cybersecurity risk, with hackers targeting home workers.
Organisations turn to zero trust to support remote workforce - Citrix survey
Fri, 14th May 2021
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virtualisation
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malware
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daas
Traditional security models won't cut it in the future of work, says Citrix CISO, as remote working becomes more prevalent.
New Bluetooth headsets announced by Poly
Wed, 12th May 2021
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hybrid & remote work
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uc
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bluetooth
Poly introduces new Voyager Focus 2 headsets with next-gen Acoustic Fence tech and Digital Hybrid ANC. Designed to reduce distractions while working.
Interview: Harnessing business agility post-pandemic
Wed, 12th May 2021
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devops
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digital transformation
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apm
We spoke to Appnovation's Andrew Wong, who explains why businesses should continue prioritising an agile strategy, as opposed to reverting to old ways.
StaySafe, what3words launch app for locating remote workers in emergencies
Tue, 11th May 2021
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
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safety
Workplace safety firm StaySafe has partnered with what3words to help locate workers and send immediate help in emergency situations.
Hybrid workplaces key to success in 2021, study shows
Fri, 7th May 2021
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hybrid & remote work
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workplace
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wfh
Australian businesses are prioritizing remote collaboration to enhance productivity and work-life balance, says Smartsheet's research.
Cogniflare launches data management platform Kyrah for Google Cloud
Fri, 7th May 2021
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public cloud
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hyperscale
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multi-cloud
Cloud consultancy firm Cogniflare has announced the official launch of Kyrah, its new enterprise data management platform for Google Cloud customers.
Employee fatigue on the rise as organisations fail to adapt to hybrid future
Fri, 7th May 2021
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hybrid & remote work
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gartner
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wfh
Current virtualized work design models are damaging employees’ well-being and productivity, according to Gartner.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Poly?
Wed, 5th May 2021
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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collaboration
Poly is a global outfitter of pro-grade audio and video products, focusing on personal and group communication systems and solutions.
Australians would rather quit than give up remote working, report finds
Thu, 29th Apr 2021
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martech
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apm
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hybrid & remote work
Building upon last year’s pre-pandemic inaugural Remote Work Report: The Future of Work is Remote, this year’s report is a comprehensive look at remote work.
Jabra announces two new additions to PanaCast camera range
Thu, 29th Apr 2021
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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jabra
The new lineup includes the PanaCast 50 intelligent video bar and the PanaCast 20 intelligent personal camera.
Employers clash with staff over new operating models in wake of COVID-19
Mon, 26th Apr 2021
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hybrid & remote work
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unisys
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wfh
Employees and their staff members have different ideas when it comes to new operating models in the wake of increased remote working, according to new research.
Microsoft: Eight hybrid work trends every business leader should know
Thu, 22nd Apr 2021
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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voip
Microsoft's Work Trend Index reveals eight key trends for hybrid work in New Zealand, urging business leaders to adapt and rethink assumptions.
COVID-19 has changed the way companies handle data security
Thu, 22nd Apr 2021
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
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data management
Remote working under COVID-19 has brought far-reaching changes to how we do business, with implications for data governance, says Titus.
Corporate security failing to keep pace in new COVID-19 world
Thu, 22nd Apr 2021
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
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fujitsu
Corporate security is failing to keep pace in the new normal of remote working in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, says Fujitsu.
Empowering the hybrid workforce with the right technologies
Mon, 19th Apr 2021
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uc
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digital entertainment
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hybrid & remote work
Headsets need to be able to block loud background sounds that can often get in the way of working or videoconferences. Nobody wants to hear a lawnmower.
Spark selects new platform for workers
Fri, 16th Apr 2021
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uc
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crm
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cx
Spark NZ has chosen Calabrio to provide a cloud-based workforce management solution as part of its Unified Front Line initiative.