Work from Home (WFH) stories - Page 33
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.
Poly ANZ shares tips for transitioning back to the office
Thu, 17th Dec 2020
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UC specialist firm, Poly, has released a video series sharing tips for returning to the office in the 'new normal'.
Increases in discretionary spending drives New Zealand PC growth
Wed, 16th Dec 2020
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Demand for education devices and increased discretionary spending is driving growth in PC shipments in New Zealand, according to IDC.
Managing quality with a work-from-anywhere workforce
Mon, 14th Dec 2020
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Work-from-anywhere contact centres need quality control mechanisms to ensure a consistent customer experience, according to NICE.
Back to the future: Enterprise edition
Fri, 11th Dec 2020
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Bill Gates believes that the post-pandemic future will be a 'semi-normal' version of the past, with a hybrid workforce and a continued reliance on the cloud.
Why accelerated cloud adoption exposes organisations to security risk
Fri, 11th Dec 2020
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The need for robust cybersecurity is growing as cybercriminals adapt their tactics. Network detection and response (NDR) is now essential.
Forcepoint reveals key cybersecurity trends to set shape 2021
Fri, 11th Dec 2020
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2021 will bring a focus on the IT implications of remote work and insider threats, says cybersecurity firm Forcepoint.
Malwarebytes expands security protection suite for remote workers
Wed, 9th Dec 2020
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Malwarebytes has announced the expansion of its protection suite and industry partnerships to incorporate more features to help protect remote workers.
The future of work: the hybrid workforce
Tue, 8th Dec 2020
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The pandemic has revolutionized the future of work with remote operations, increased productivity, lower costs, and environmental benefits.
Nutanix research: Aussies not keen to return to the office
Tue, 8th Dec 2020
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According to the research, Australia’s success with working from home has meant that just 1% of workers plan to return to the office in 2021.
Gartner: Six infrastructure and ops trends for 2021
Tue, 8th Dec 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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modernisation
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Plus, recommendations for infrastructure and operations leaders to respond to these trends and achieve optimal results in a post-pandemic environment.
Alibaba Cloud extends hybrid cloud offerings, aids with digital transformation
Mon, 7th Dec 2020
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Alibaba Cloud updates hybrid cloud strategy to drive enterprise adoption. New product offerings and partner program introduced.
Remote working to accelerate cyber attacks - WatchGuard
Thu, 3rd Dec 2020
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firewalls
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network security
Automation, car hacks, and network worms will be the top cyber security threats in 2021, according to WatchGuard Technologies.
Surge in PC demand expected to continue - IDC
Thu, 3rd Dec 2020
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The ongoing surge in PC demand is expected to continue as work from home and remote education needs mix with the holiday spending season.
Vodafone launches work from anywhere summer campaign
Thu, 3rd Dec 2020
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Vodafone NZ and Tourism Holdings join forces to promote remote working in New Zealand, encouraging flexibility and productivity for employees.
Alibaba Cloud overhauls its hybrid cloud strategy
Thu, 3rd Dec 2020
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The company's Hybrid Cloud Partner Program, Hybrid Backup Recovery solution and Hybrid Cloud Storage Array have all seen significant enhancements.
Singapore makes an example of remote working in APAC, but security concerns persist
Thu, 3rd Dec 2020
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cybersecurity
Singapore's remote working success is overshadowed by rising concerns over cyber attacks, an AT-T study finds.
Guardian Angel releases comms solution for isolated workers
Tue, 1st Dec 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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everywhere communication
The company has made an APAC distribution agreement with Everywhere Communications for communications, location, and monitoring solutions.
What will our workplaces look like in the near future?
Mon, 30th Nov 2020
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A new survey from collaboration technology provider Barco looks into remote working and how it has changed and developed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
DigiCert revamps PKI management capabilities for remote work
Fri, 27th Nov 2020
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certification
The revamp provides new ways of delivering certificate automation that can authenticate employees and devices, and encrypt data over networks.
Voice phishing attacks on the rise, remote workers vulnerable
Mon, 23rd Nov 2020
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email security
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hybrid & remote work
Increase in voice phishing attacks targeting remote workforces, using employees' names to trick victims into sharing login credentials and data.