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Managing cyber risk top priority, but challenges remain
Risk & Compliance

Managing cyber risk top priority, but challenges remain

80% of companies in Asia Pacific lack sufficient vulnerability management capabilities, according to a survey by Tenable Network Security.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th May 2016
Third party risks 'a serious risk'
Malware

Third party risks 'a serious risk'

'Not having single individual or department in charge of managing third party risk leaves organisations more vulnerable to threats.'.

By Narinder Purba • 2 min read • Wed, 4th May 2016
Implementing a big data programme in the cloud
Risk & Compliance

Implementing a big data programme in the cloud

Enterprises with limited resources may face technical and infrastructure challenges when implementing big data analytics solutions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 4th May 2016
The Internet of Things and security: Is your enterprise protected?
Semiconductors

The Internet of Things and security: Is your enterprise protected?

In this time of digital transformation, it's vital for businesses to understand the risks and opportunities unleashed by the ecosystem of ecosystems.

By Roger Lawrence and David Fox • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Apr 2016
Service providers a weak link in cybersecurity
Unified Communications

Service providers a weak link in cybersecurity

Businesses that allow their service providers to access sensitive data are at risk of a cyberattack, warns consulting firm Protiviti.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 26th Apr 2016
EXCLUSIVE: Behind the scenes with Nuix CEO
Risk & Compliance

EXCLUSIVE: Behind the scenes with Nuix CEO

When asked how 'he' has gotten to where he is today and the secret to 'his' success, Sheehy talks only using 'we' and 'our'.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Wed, 20th Apr 2016
The IT security skills gap is affecting everyone, especially the channel
Partner Programmes

The IT security skills gap is affecting everyone, especially the channel

IT security skills shortage hits hard, with 86% of ANZ channel firms facing a gap, CompTIA meetings reveal a scramble to upskill.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Apr 2016
HID Global rolls out new offerings for the mobile enterprise
Physical Security

HID Global rolls out new offerings for the mobile enterprise

HID Global unveils new mobile solutions, enhancing digital identity and access control in the enterprise sphere.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 18th Apr 2016
How poor social media risk management can lead to customer disloyalty
Risk & Compliance

How poor social media risk management can lead to customer disloyalty

Use of social media to build customer loyalty is a common strategy for major corporations today. However, it is a strategy that can quickly backfire.

By John Wheeler • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Apr 2016
Greentree International gets SaaS-y with new launch
Software-as-a-Service

Greentree International gets SaaS-y with new launch

Greentree International has launched Greentree-as-a-Service, enabling organisations to run their entire Greentree system in the cloud.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Apr 2016
Palo Alto and PwC team up to bring better security to businesses
Breach Prevention

Palo Alto and PwC team up to bring better security to businesses

Palo Alto Networks and PwC team up to create a next-generation security framework for organizations to prevent cyber breaches.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Apr 2016
Meet the five vendors leading in the smart city space
Smart Cities

Meet the five vendors leading in the smart city space

IoT backed smart city initiatives are driving growth in the global smart cities IT services market, says Technavio analyst.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Apr 2016
Organisations underinvesting in corporate reputation
Risk & Compliance

Organisations underinvesting in corporate reputation

Reputation management is in the limelight as businesses are finding reputation harder to manage than ever before,.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Mar 2016
Carbon Black 'undisputed leader' of next-gen endpoint security market
Endpoint Protection

Carbon Black 'undisputed leader' of next-gen endpoint security market

Carbon Black has been named a 'clear leader in terms of both market share and revenue' by Enterprise Management Associates (EMA).

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 18th Mar 2016
The rise of cyber security threats is a good thing... for insurance providers
Cybersecurity insurance

The rise of cyber security threats is a good thing... for insurance providers

The rising demand for cyber insurance is creating significant opportunities for insurers around the world, according to a new IDC report.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Mar 2016
Analytics services big opportunity for vendors
Data Analytics

Analytics services big opportunity for vendors

More than 70% of analytics software purchasers surveyed are using analytics services, says Technology Business Research.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Mar 2016

Stories from Other Regions

How to protect your business when exporting overseas
Risk & Compliance

How to protect your business when exporting overseas

Australian exporters are urged to protect themselves when trading with foreign markets, according to Atradius.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Mar 2016
Promapp a Kiwi company to watch, according to Deloitte
Risk & Compliance

Promapp a Kiwi company to watch, according to Deloitte

Promapp named one of the 500 fastest growing tech companies in the Asia Pacific Region by Deloitte, with 93% revenue growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Mar 2016