About Sean
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Sean Mitchell
Publisher
Having started his career at Renaissance. Sean joined Apple in Melbourne for a number of years before working in the media space. This started with Review Publishing and later the tech publisher IDG Communications. In 2006 he was involved in the launch of The Channel magazine. As they say – the rest is history.
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Intact Software Solutions wins rights to distribute Group IB and opens offices in Kenya
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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cybersecurity
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intact software distribution
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channel infrastructure
Intact Software Distribution wins rights to Group IB in South Africa, offering advanced threat protection to clients.
$250 million, new programmes and discounts to help Microsoft ISVs
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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public cloud
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cloud services
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microsoft
Microsoft's $250m boost for ISVs: New Azure programmes and up to 50% discounts aim to expand partner opportunities and innovation.
Microsoft 365 suite announced at Microsoft Inspire conference
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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cybersecurity
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forrester research
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cloud services
Building upon the success of the vendors cloud based productivity suite. They announce a new offering to commercial clients.
Nine facts about Microsoft's global channel ecosystem
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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iaas
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partner programmes
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microsoft inspire
Diving into Microsoft's robust channel ecosystem, Nadella champions cloud focus, ensuring partner profitability and a competitive edge.
Microsoft allows Azure to run on premise with Azure Stack announcement
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Microsoft's Azure Stack ushers in hybrid cloud era, letting enterprises run cloud services in-house with tech giants as partners.
NZ channel meet at Microsoft Inspire in Washington, DC
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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partner programmes
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microsoft
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microsoft inspire
Over 90 New Zealand channel partners gathered at Microsoft Inspire in Washington, DC, hearing Ambassador Tim Groser discuss global expansion opportunities.
Three real robots making their way into your home
Mon, 10th Jul 2017
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robots
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ai
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pepper
Domestic 'droids': Jibo, Pepper and Dyson's Eye show AI's cosy leap from sci-fi to sofa-side - a robot revolution at home is nigh.
Studio Proper on track for expansion in NZ
Mon, 26th Jun 2017
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smartphones
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mobile accessories
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ipad
The enterprise iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch accessory manufacturer is looking for local partners to continue its momentum.
The public cloud isn’t the only answer, says HPE
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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storage
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datacentre infrastructure
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public cloud
HPE champions the hybrid cloud approach, citing cost, control, and flexibility issues in the solely public cloud model.
Track stolen items in real-time: Aruba launches new asset tracking solution
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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wireless networks
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healthtech
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hpe
Organisations worldwide lose millions of dollars every year on misplaced inventory - 25% of hospital staff time is wasted looking for these items.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), an eight step quick history
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
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hpe
Hewlett Packard Enterprise has honed its focus on server, storage, and networking post-2015 split, marked by strategic acquisitions and divestitures.
HPE pushes high-margin vertical and services focus with new partner offerings
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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simplivity
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hpe
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partners
HPE is upping its vertical and services pushes with new partner offerings targeting the high growth segments of hybrid IT, data and analytics and edge.
Hackers are able to target your e-cigarette... Is nothing sacred?
Mon, 29th May 2017
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cybersecurity
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hackers
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usb
Vaping can be risky in unexpected ways as a security researcher demonstrates how a modified vaporizer can pass code to a computer.
The need for internet security on your mobile
Mon, 29th May 2017
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endpoint protection
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phishing
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email security
As hackers target mobile devices, it’s imperative to ensure that you are aware of the threats that are out there, and that your phone is protected.
Students get chance to work with new game design engine
Wed, 24th May 2017
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edutech
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coding
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higher education
YoYo Games marks 5th anniversary of GameMaker Studio with affordable bulk licenses for students and institutions. Budding designers rejoice!.
iPhone 8 images leaked, potential design exposed
Tue, 23rd May 2017
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personal computing devices
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smartphones
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cloud services
Leaked molds ignite buzz around iPhone 8's design, hinting at radical changes and mirroring Samsung’s edge-to-edge approach.
Westcon-Comstor parent reports revenue, profit drop; sale negotiation continues
Tue, 23rd May 2017
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westcon-comstor
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distributors
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datatec
Negotiations for the sale of Westcon-Comstor continue as parent company Datatec posts big drops in revenue and profit - despite a security upswing.
Veeam serves up raft of Microsoft Azure and AWS availability options
Mon, 22nd May 2017
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data analytics
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virtualisation
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hyperscale
Veeam has added a raft of new availability options for Microsoft Azure and AWS as it ramps up its 'always on cloud' focus.
Tesla opens pre-order for home solar tiles for most countries
Thu, 11th May 2017
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smart home
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cartech
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solar power
In a blog post, Tesla announced the pre-order availability and provided with a calculator tool to help consumers figure out the cost.
Oracle's acquisition of NetSuite - 6 things you should know
Fri, 5th May 2017
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fintech
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financial systems
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erp
Oracle buys NetSuite in a £7.1bn move to lead cloud ERP, aiming for a major market share grab and vast growth in cloud adoption.