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.

Dynamics Day: Bringing you systems of intelligence
Fri, 9th Oct 2015
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Intergen's Dynamics Day 2015 heads to Auckland this month, offering the chance to hear all the latest Dynamics news, and how it can help your business.

Is that a PC in your pocket (or are you pleased to see me?): Microsoft unveils Continuum
Thu, 8th Oct 2015
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While Android and IOS have staked out a huge chunk of customer mind-share, Continuum for Windows 10-powered phones could be a game changer.

Familiar face takes on partner role for Microsoft Australia
Wed, 7th Oct 2015
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Mark Leigh has taken over the role of Microsoft Australia’s small mid-market solutions and partner lead, taking over from David Gage.

Meet the Surface Book, Microsoft's first ever laptop
Wed, 7th Oct 2015
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A laptop, the Surface Book, was a surprise unveiling at a Microsoft event overnight, with the Surface Pro 4 and Lumia 950 also in the lineup.

Lawrie stepping down from Cisco's top Kiwi role
Mon, 5th Oct 2015
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Geoff Lawrie is departing Cisco New Zealand after nine years in the top role, with Dave Wilson stepping into the country manager role from November.

'Major coup' sees Intergen gain Tier 1 Microsoft CSP status
Mon, 5th Oct 2015
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Intergen has won exclusive Tier 1 Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider status, a ‘major coup’ for the local Microsoft services provider.

Microsoft Azure gets some major updates
Thu, 1st Oct 2015
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Microsoft has announced it will be advancing Azure, its intelligent cloud offering, with new solutions that cover a number of areas.

UXC Eclipse acquires Kiwi Dynamics AX and BI business
Thu, 1st Oct 2015
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UXC Eclipse has continued its acquisition trail, snapping up the Microsoft Dynamics AX and Business Intelligence divisions of NZ's Koorb Consulting.

It's official: Microsoft sets opening date for flagship Sydney store
Thu, 1st Oct 2015
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Microsoft has unveiled the opening date for its Sydney flagship store, which will be one of the two biggest stores to date for the vendor.

Microsoft releasing huge 1TB Xbox One Holiday bundle
Wed, 30th Sep 2015
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Microsoft has announced today that it is set to release a huge 1TB Xbox One bundle for people to enjoy this Holiday season.

SDN security: A reseller 101 for protection in a virtual world
Wed, 30th Sep 2015
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Resellers must embrace SDN and virtual security in order to stay relevant to customers. So here's a quick 101 on securing software defined networks.

Microsoft's answer to the changing nature of customer relationships
Fri, 25th Sep 2015
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As the most comprehensive upgrade Dynamics CRM has seen, 2016 will include updates to enable greater intelligence, mobility, service and productivity.

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.