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Why you should think of your technology partner as an iceberg.
And no, it’s not because it has the potential to turn you into a Titanic. Rather, it’s because what you see and interact with most days...
Alastair Manning
Feb 205 min read
Windows 10 EOL
October 2025 still feels like a long way off, but with 70% of devices still running Windows 10, there is a lot of work for IT teams...
Alastair Manning
Oct 30, 20241 min read
NZ Microsoft Data Center
New Zealand’s first hyperscale data centre is set to open in 2024, marking a major milestone in the country’s digital landscape. First...
Alastair Manning
Oct 30, 20241 min read
The Elephant in the Room
The big tech story over the past week, perhaps ever has been the CrowdStrike incident. It would be impossible to put out a newsletter...
Alastair Manning
Jul 21, 20243 min read
Signs It's Time to Upgrade Your IT Infrastructure
Digital Infrastructure. Not many care to see it. Not many care to deal with it. However, much like the power, water, or sewerage...
Alastair Manning
Sep 12, 20233 min read
Revolutionising Work Culture: Unveiling the Future of Meeting Room Conferencing Systems
In the wake of the pandemic, the world witnessed a seismic shift in the way we work, communicate, and collaborate. With the rise of...
Alastair Manning
Aug 31, 20233 min read
Sustainable IT Practices: Responsible Disposal of End-of-Life Systems and Hardware
In an increasingly digitalised world, the rapid pace of technological advancement has led to a continuous cycle of upgrading and...
Alastair Manning
Aug 25, 20233 min read
Navigating the Tech Jungle: Why SMBs need Strategic consultations on their team
In today's dynamic business environment, small and medium business owners often find themselves navigating multiple roles. One minute...
Alastair Manning
Aug 23, 20232 min read
Navigating End-of-Life Systems and Hardware: Strategies for a Smooth Transition
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, the inevitability of end-of-life (EOL) systems and hardware presents intricate challenges...
Alastair Manning
Aug 15, 20233 min read
The Benefits of Proactive End-of-Life Management for Systems and Hardware
Tech waits for no one, right?. It’s always evolving, and businesses are constantly seeking ways to maintain a competitive edge while...
Alastair Manning
Aug 11, 20232 min read
Everyone should deploy specialised conferencing equipment to their meeting rooms!
I hear people question the cost of dedicated device's vs the benefit, 'why can't we just use an old desktop computer for Teams or Zoom...
Alastair Manning
Aug 2, 20232 min read
The Consequences of Ignoring End-of-Life Systems and Hardware
Imagine you find yourself operating on a computer system older than your cherished childhood toy. It may seem harmless, but the...
Alastair Manning
Jul 31, 20234 min read
How AI Virtual assistants are changing the game!
Welcome to the future, where your personal assistant isn't a person at all, but a cleverly crafted piece of artificial intelligence...
Alastair Manning
Jun 16, 20238 min read
The impact of generative AI on business
When I was young, I watched an interview with Gordon Moore, the then CEO and founder of Intel. Back in 1971 Intel was making microchips...
Alastair Manning
Jun 7, 20232 min read
CHAT GPT and the rise of virtual assistants: What businesses need to know
Image Copyright © Dall-E WARNING! Parts of this article (or the whole thing) may have been written by AI. I’ve struggled with the...
Alastair Manning
May 29, 20232 min read
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