Microsoft stories - Page 214
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.

The lessons for partners from Microsoft's Partner Connect event
Fri, 25th Sep 2015
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The Microsoft New Zealand Partner Connect event in Auckland told partners they should waste no time capitalising on opportunities presented.

Office 2016: What’s in it for Kiwi resellers?
Thu, 24th Sep 2015
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As Office 2016 launched yesterday, much was being made of the benefits to end users. But where's the reseller benefit?.

Microsoft Office 2016 is here. What's new and what's coming soon?
Wed, 23rd Sep 2015
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Microsoft Office 2016 update focuses on collaboration, mobility and productivity, transforming Office into a connected set of apps and services.

EXCLUSIVE: Dell ANZ boss: Surface deal an opportunity, not threat, for resellers
Wed, 16th Sep 2015
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The addition of Dell as a reseller for Microsoft’s Surface Pro is an ‘opportunity’ for local resellers, rather than a threat, says Dell’s ANZ boss.

Microsoft recognises partner collaboration with 'Winning Together Award'
Tue, 15th Sep 2015
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A critical aspect of the ‘Winning Together Award’ is collaboration between Microsoft partners, where they leverage each other’s strengths.

Scammers pose as Microsoft, target New Zealanders
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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There has been a significant increase in reports of scammers trying to defraud people by claiming to be calling from Microsoft.

Office 2016 drops September 22
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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Microsoft's Office 2016 launches on 22 September, boasting significant security enhancements and new update controls for enterprises.

Microsoft NZ offers tech scholarships to Kiwi SMBs
Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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Microsoft NZ has partnered with The Icehouse that will give SMBs the chance to have Icehouse Business Growth Workshops 50% funded by Microsoft.

Halo 5: Guardians midnight launch party being held in New Zealand
Thu, 10th Sep 2015
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Xbox NZ will be holding a special event in Auckland, New Zealand to celebrate the launch of Halo 5: Guardians.

Polycom advances voice, video and content with new release
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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RealPresence Group Series 5.0 will feature direct interoperability with both Skype for Business and Microsoft Lync, for enhanced collaboration.

UXC Eclipse brings home $68m revenue from North American market
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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Microsoft Australia Partner Award winner UXC Eclipse is hailing its North American foray an ‘unprecedented’ success after gaining $68m in revenue.

Microsoft dumping on local channel with new Surface Pro reseller deals?
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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Dell, HP, Accenture and Avanade join global Surface Pro reseller lineup, pitting the multinationals against local resellers.

Microsoft NZ looking for Teacher Ambassadors
Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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Tech-savvy teachers sought as Microsoft NZ launches hunt for new Teacher Ambassadors to evangelise digital learning.

More recognition for Ignia with workplace award
Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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Ignia continues its winning ways, ranking sixth on the BRW Best Places to Work in Australia list, days after claiming two Microsoft partner awards.

Avnet snaps up former Microsoft exec for operations role
Mon, 7th Sep 2015
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Avnet appoints former Microsoft exec as vice president of operations for Asia Pacific to provide strategic direction for business operations.

Microsoft hosting Teaching with Technology seminars
Mon, 7th Sep 2015
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Microsoft is this week hosting a series of seminars focused on how teachers and schools can better utilise technology in the classroom.

Rhipe adds enterprise grade HR for all to cloud lineup
Fri, 4th Sep 2015
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Rhipe inks a deal with HR provider Seera, bringing new revenue opportunities for the channel to offer enterprise grade HR to all businesses.

Information Leadership extends iWorkplace offerings
Fri, 4th Sep 2015
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Information Leadership is launching a new SharePoint 365 app, Flexiviewer 365, to extend on-premise product benefits to cloud users.

Xbox NZ allowing fans to play upcoming Xbox One games at a special event
Thu, 3rd Sep 2015
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Xbox New Zealand has now announced that it is giving fans a chance to play several Xbox One game at a special event called XONZ later this month.

University implements online system to ease enrolment headaches
Wed, 2nd Sep 2015
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Lincoln University launches MyLinc, a cutting-edge online enrolment system, to simplify student application processes.