The global pandemic prompted a rapid acceleration of Digital Transformation built on identity security, with aims to win the loyalty of a new generation of shoppers. Emma Maslen, VP and General Manager, EMEA & APAC, Ping Identity, explains how the pandemic has prompted retailers to adapt the shopping experience and extend their...
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Barracuda Networks, a trusted partner and leading provider for cloud-enabled security solutions, has released a new report titled: The State of Office 365 backup, which reveals that the worldwide shift to remote work during the pandemic has intensified the challenges associated with protecting Office 365 data. The report findings...
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A global shortage of cybersecurity professionals has become so severe that companies are increasingly at risk from hacking and industrial espionage. Protecting data and defending corporate networks is poised to be one of the most in-demand careers of the future. Yet companies are already struggling to fill job vacancies, and the...
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Civica’s cloud-enabled Universal Pensions Management (UPM) industry-leading software will help improve member and employer experience across the organisation via increased digitalisation and automation to modernise services. It will offer value for money administration software and build an innovative digital platform for future...
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Try that on for size: How a global pandemic impacted the future of retail
The global pandemic prompted a rapid acceleration of Digital Transformation built on identity security, with aims to win the loyalty of a new generation of shoppers. Emma Maslen, VP and General Manager, EMEA & APAC, Ping Identity, explains how the pandemic has prompted retailers to adapt the shopping experience and extend their...
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Remote work has intensified data protection challenges, says new report
Barracuda Networks, a trusted partner and leading provider for cloud-enabled security solutions, has released a new report titled: The State of Office 365 backup, which reveals that the worldwide shift to remote work during the pandemic...
Three out of four UAE small businesses optimistic about recovery, survey reveals
Three out of four small businesses in the UAE said they feel optimistic about business recovery in 2021, according to a new study by Visa, a world leader in digital payments. The majority of UAE merchants (82%) said their investments in digital payments had paid off and will play a major role in their business […]
Global pandemic accelerates Digital Transformation in South Africa, study finds
Dell Technologies has announced findings from its ‘Digital Transformation Index 2020’ report for South Africa. The study highlights that organisations are accelerating their Digital Transformation programmes and are on the path to fast-track technology implementation to drive long-term business success. The Dell...
The 10 best countries in Europe for an e-commerce start-up
Unlike many industries in the past year, e-commerce has thrived and revenue within the market is predicted to top £361,305 million in 2021. Across the continent, annual growth rates are expected to reach 5.2%, which means start-ups and growing brands can take full advantage of the opportunities that many European countries...
Ombudsman shares RBA concern over small business access to finance
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has backed the RBA’s plea to banks to treat small businesses differently to consumers when considering loan applications. Billson welcomed further scrutiny of small business access to finance pledged by RBA Assistant Governor, Chris Kent. Billson said:...
Temenos and Canadian Western Bank announce new banking product for SMEs
Temenos, a banking software company, has announced it is partnering with Canadian Western Bank (CWB) on a pioneering innovation to SMEs with financial decision-making and growing their businesses. The new solution, Temenos Virtual COO, is built on Temenos Infinity, a leading omnichannel digital banking product, and leverages Temenos...
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How businesses are optimising the everywhere workplace
Employers must prepare for the everywhere workplace to keep businesses running smoothly. Helen Masters, VP of International Sales, Ivanti, explains how companies need to optimise IT to enhance remote working and to satisfy their...
Microsoft to work with 13 start-ups using AI to help UK’s health, manufacturing and resource sectors
Thirteen companies which are helping the UK’s healthcare, manufacturing and resource sectors recover from the impact of COVID-19 have been chosen to join Microsoft’s AI for Social Impact 2021 programme. As part of...
Breathe research reveals insights into company culture
Breathe, a HR software provider for SMEs, has revealed the cost of poor company culture: a staggering £20.2 billion per year. The report, ‘The Culture Economy 2021’, revealed that almost a third (27%) of SME employees...
The importance of data science literacy in 21st century business
Data science is increasingly important for businesses which want to grow and drive new revenue streams. Boris Paillard, CEO, at Le Wagon, a coding school based out of 43 cities in 25 countries, explains how data science literacy is...