About Zach
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Zach Thompson
News Editor
Zach has experience with filmmaking, magazine writing, and a curiosity about the world and the stories of the people around him. He is accustomed to the city life, but likes to get away to visit family when he can. Zach loves to create and when he is not in the office, he is usually drawing, writing fiction stories, or watching a movie.
Stories by Zach
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Exclusive: BizCover makes it easy to get business insurance
Tue, 30th May 2023
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cybersecurity insurance
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smb
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insurance
BizCover is disrupting the global insurance sector and has become a leader in commercial insurance technology distribution.
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NEC Australia partners with Exabeam for better outcomes
Thu, 25th May 2023
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digital signage
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data protection
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data analytics
NEC Australia is trusted to provide a wide array of communications, networking, and security services across Australia.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Digital Island
Tue, 16th May 2023
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uc
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telco
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connectivity
Leon Sheehan, CEO of Digital Island, joins us today to tell us more about Digital Island, its new workshop offering, and what the company expects for 2023.
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BLUETTI AC180 Mobile Power Station eager to meet Australia
Mon, 15th May 2023
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power / energy
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generator
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solar power
BLUETTI AC180 is much lighter and more portable than existing models and comes with the creative imagination of the market compared to its predecessors.
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Future State 2023: Boldness and inclusivity to pave the way
Fri, 12th May 2023
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cleantech
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ar, vr & metaverse
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indigenous issues
Future State 2023 explored two key themes yesterday: the importance of involving indigenous practices in digital and our collective uncertainty about life.
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Future State 2023: What eCommerce could be like in 20 years
Fri, 12th May 2023
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
A keynote presentation at Future State 2023 saw two Adidas leaders discuss the implications of Artificial Intelligence for the future of eCommerce.
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Inaugural NZ tech event addresses our digital future
Fri, 12th May 2023
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ai
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cleantech
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future tech
Spark Business Labs held Future State 2023 yesterday at Auckland's Spark Arena, inviting a range of business and thought leaders to discuss the future of work.
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Appian launches AI offering, integrates tech on platform
Wed, 10th May 2023
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data science
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martech
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apm
Appian has integrated generative AI into the Appian Platform and launched AI Skill Designer, a simple but powerful tool for businesses.
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NZ data centre partnership offering greater data sovereignty
Wed, 10th May 2023
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uc
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connectivity
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telco
Data Centre 220 is working with Xtreme Networks to provide customers with unmatched data sovereignty and geographic diversity.
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Three ways BLUETTI can help you celebrate Mother's Day
Wed, 10th May 2023
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power / energy
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batteries
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solar power
Mother's Day is an occasion to show love and appreciation to our mothers and mother figures. Here are three ways to celebrate with BLUETTI power solutions.
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Digital Island’s new workshop for superior contact centres
Tue, 9th May 2023
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uc
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cx
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martech
Digital Island has launched Customer Experience Accelerator Lab to help businesses get the most out of their contact centre operations.
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CompTIA event to discuss how generative AI will affect MSPs
Tue, 9th May 2023
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ai
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partner programmes
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comptia
The ANZ Computer Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) is hosting its latest industry networking event series to discuss the impact of ChatGPT on MSPs.
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Apricorn releases its first offering to feature NVME SSD
Mon, 8th May 2023
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data protection
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encryption
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usb
Apricorn has released the USB 10Gbps Aegis NVX, the first encrypted device the company has offered to feature an NVME SSD inside.
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Digital Innovator Matt Orange appointed Woods' GM of Data Products & Services
Thu, 4th May 2023
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ai
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neon
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strategy
Woods, a New Zealand-based multidisciplinary consultancy firm, has appointed Matt Orange as GM of Data Products & Services to expand its focus.
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Former GCHQ cyber security head appointed as UK CyberCX chairman
Thu, 4th May 2023
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cloud security
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iam
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mssp
CyberCX announces the appointment of Ciaran Martin as chairman in UK as part of their strategy to expand their presence in the global market.
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IGEL appoints Klaus Oestermann as Executive Chair of the Board
Thu, 4th May 2023
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network infrastructure
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saas
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multi-cloud
Klaus Oestermann has been appointed as the new Executive Chair of IGEL Board, aiming to cement their position in the end-user computing market.
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Sitecore appoints Gus Quiroga as Area VP for Australia
Thu, 4th May 2023
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cx
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martech
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commerce systems
Sitecore, a global digital experience management software leader, has appointed Gus Quiroga as Area Vice President for Australia to drive sales growth.
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Cyber awareness training leaves companies exposed to attacks
Thu, 4th May 2023
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it training
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cybersecurity
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awareness
Traditional cybersecurity awareness training leaves companies vulnerable to social engineering attacks, according to cyberconIQ.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Socialsuite
Tue, 2nd May 2023
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dei
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ai
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cleantech
Brad Gurrie, CEO of Socialsuite, tells us more about the company, its offering, where it is focused next, and how to get in touch.
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Why retail needs to foster seamless omnichannel experiences
Tue, 2nd May 2023
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martech
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cx
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commerce systems
Retailers need to operate multiple channels to keep all their customers happy and meet them where they want to be met. The solution is omnichannel.