Work from Home (WFH) stories - Page 4
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.
Colt & Versa Networks reach milestone of 1,000 SD-WAN services
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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Colt Technology Services, in collaboration with Versa Networks, delivers its 1,000th SD-WAN service across 55 countries, significantly reducing global customers' connection time and enhancing network security.
Exclusive: How AI Voice Integration is evolving with SecureCo
Tue, 27th Feb 2024
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SecureCo spearheads the integration of AI voices in the telecoms sector, transforming customer service with innovations like their game-changing Intelligent Voice Gateway.
AI enhances job satisfaction and work processes – report
Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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More than half of US business leaders say AI boosts job satisfaction and improves efficiency, according to a Tech.co report.
Exclusive: How Orbus is creating the path to digital transformation
Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
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London-based Orbus is redefining the global digital landscape, with CEO Gareth Burton leading the company's mission to help businesses navigate complex digital transformations.
Take a closer look at your company's software supply chain
Wed, 21st Feb 2024
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Amid the rise of remote work and cloud technology, firms face increased cyber security risks from poorly managed software supply chains, warns industry expert.
Over half of New Zealand's internet workforce want more remote work
Wed, 21st Feb 2024
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Over half of New Zealand's internet-capable workforce want to increase remote working, according to InternetNZ's latest findings; however, employer restrictions remain a significant barrier.
Flexible work & menopause leave top female worker's demands
Tue, 20th Feb 2024
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Flexible hours, anti-harassment measures, pay openness and menopause leave emerge as top priorities for retaining female staffers.
Cradlepoint unveils X10 5G router for swift, secure business internet
Mon, 19th Feb 2024
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Cradlepoint has launched the X10 5G router, aiming to provide rapid, secure business internet and enhance FWA for SMEs and remote workers.
Consilium & Webex partnership to revolutionise AI-driven customer engagement
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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In a partnership with Webex by Cisco, AI firm Consilium Software announces dedicated software to boost Webex Contact Center, foretelling a suite of apps set to redefine customer experience in AI orchestration.
FDM Group highlights ways to tackle motherhood penalty
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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FDM Group urges businesses to tackle the 'motherhood penalty'—a root cause of the gender pay gap—and issues recommendations to promote gender parity.
TruVisor takes up Prisma Cloud distribution in Southeast Asia
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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To meet the rising cloud security needs amid the pandemic, Asia's leading tech distributor TruVisor partners with cybersecurity heavyweight Palo Alto Networks to distribute Prisma Cloud in Southeast Asia.
The double-edged sword of AI in the post-Covid remote work era
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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As remote working thrives in the post-pandemic world, AI technology emerges both as a boon for optimising business operations and a challenge, obscuring work transparency and limiting worker autonomy.
How to drive a healthy relationship with your work in 2024
Tue, 13th Feb 2024
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In 2024, HP's Work Relationship Index illustrates a global work relationship at breaking point, highlighting the need for flexible workspaces, correct technology, and emotionally intelligent leadership.
Skills shortage impairs Singapore's tech growth, reveals salary guide
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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New research by Morgan McKinley reveals Singapore's tech growth held back in 2023 due to a shortage of skilled candidates, with 76% of hirers finding recruitment competitive.
TrueConf & Eyefeelit debut HoloLive for immersive 3D video calls
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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TrueConf and Eyefeelit introduce HoloLive, an advanced telepresence solution, transforming video calls into life-size 3D holographic encounters, promising to redefine collaboration in remote and hybrid events.
Aussies value flexible hours over working from home
Tue, 6th Feb 2024
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Australian employees value flexible working hours over working from home, but many would consider leaving their job if remote work was no longer an option.
A new way to put innovation at the center of company culture
Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
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Australian company, Seven, pioneers a cross-department innovation initiative, 'Ignite', boosting collaboration and breaking down workplace silos.
Fortinet report reveals cyber threats & defence gaps in Asia Pacific
Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
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Ransomware and phishing top cybersecurity concerns in Singapore, says Fortinet study. Increased remote working amplifies insider threats, with insufficient resource allocation also noted as a major hurdle.
Dell launches AI-powered intelligent headsets for hybrid work
Thu, 1st Feb 2024
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Dell Technologies unveils new intelligent headsets equipped with advanced AI technology, enhancing productivity and communication in the evolving landscape of hybrid work.
Extreme Networks launches Wi-Fi 7 AP5020 & 4000 series switches
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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network security
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breach prevention
Extreme Networks enhances enterprise connectivity and security with the launch of its first Wi-Fi 7 access point, the AP5020, and the 4000 Series cloud-managed switches.