Channel partners see data as both their biggest challenge and a major opportunity as they look to achieve growth and transition to recurring revenue models, according to new research.
Westcon-Comstor surveyed more than 500 senior decision makers at partners across nine countries and found that 97% see data as important in their journey to an everything-as-a-service (XaaS) future.
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97% of channel partners say data is key to growth and transformation
Mar 18, 2024
2024 Sophos Threat Report: Cybercrime on Main Street details cyberthreats facing SMBs
Mar 14, 2024
Sophos has released its annual 2024 Sophos Threat Report, with this year’s report detailing ‘Cybercrime on Main Street’ and the biggest threats facing small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs*).
According to the report, in 2023, nearly 50% of malware detections for SMBs were keyloggers, spyware and stealers, malware that attackers use to steal data and credentials.
44% of UK shoppers want best-before date discounts to help cut grocery bill
Mar 13, 2024
With retailers removing best-before dates to reduce food waste, UK consumers still want supermarkets to offer discounts on goods nearing expiry, according to the latest data from Retail Insight, provider of store operations execution software.
Consumer confidence Is up despite economic slowdown
Mar 13, 2024
Despite the economic slowdown, consumer confidence is up on mid-2023 levels due to rising wages and consumers' adaptation to constant upheaval, including the impact of COVID-19 and the cost of living crisis.
Can job candidates beat AI? Brand devises elaborate recruitment campaign
Mar 13, 2024
The global talent shortage is still a reality for many companies and attracting the right candidates requires ingenuity. A consulting company devised an interactive challenge for potential employees that calls for beating their AI engine.
'Wait and See' AI Regulation dominates halls of Westminster
Mar 06, 2024
The government's 'wait and see' AI regulation has become the dominant focus in the halls of Westminster as MPs are becoming frustrated by a lack of regulation over the potential 'existential threat'.
Closing the loop on AI point solutions to deliver context and visibility
Mar 05, 2024
By Stephen Amstutz, Head of Strategy and Innovation, Xalient.
Today most organisations are thinking about or deploying AI and, in effect, trying it out. This is supported by Gartner, which states that approximately 80% of enterprises will have used generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) application programming interfaces (APIs) or models by 2026.
Zebra Interview
Mar 04, 2024
Zebra is renowned for its innovative hardware and is a global leader in many sectors.
However, what often goes unnoticed is what makes Zebra's devices truly innovative – and that is the software they have access to.With its device software solutions known as 'Zebra DNA,' Zebra stands at the forefront of the market.
Mid-market feels overlooked and undervalued by tech suppliers
Feb 29, 2024
New research from Advania, a Microsoft partner, has revealed a glaring problem for mid-market organisations in Northern Europe: they’re overspending on the wrong tech mix with no clear way out.
Companies need to recalibrate their approach to effectively protect data
Feb 28, 2024
By AJ Thompson, CCO, Northdoor plc.
With the MOD and police forces consistently becoming victims of cyber-attacks via supply chains, all organisations need to be aware of the threat.
