Archive for the ‘Business IT’ Category
Monday, February 29th, 2016
The Webhosting and Domain Registrar giant will offer localised products and support targeting Small and Medium Enterprises which account for 97% of businesses in Asia.

Following today’s launch in 11 additional markets in Asia, GoDaddy is now in 53 markets, supporting 26 languages and 44 currencies. GoDaddy has more than 4 million international customers.
With the launch of 11 new markets, GoDaddy is now in a total of 10 languages and 14 markets across Asia.
These include Hong Kong (English and Traditional Chinese), Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia (English and Malay), Philippines (English and Filipino), Singapore (English and Simplified Chinese), South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Blake Irving, CEO GoDaddy, was in Singapore at Zafferano to share the company’s expansion plans in Asia.
GoDaddy offers a suite of cloud-based products in local language and currency to help businesses find a domain name, create a website, find new customers, and improve business productivity.
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Tags:Asia, domain, domain registrar, GoDaddy, launch, Singapore, web hosting, Zafferano
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Thursday, February 18th, 2016
Below are the prices and availability of Dell’s 2016 range of business IT devices that are optimised for the future workforce.

Dell S2825cdn Multi-Function printer, scanner, and copier.
Dell’s new range of computing solutions include new Latitude & Vostro notebooks, Precision workstations, OptiPlex desktops & AiOs, UltraSharp monitors, as well as Dell Document Hub application and multifunction printers.
Below are the prices and availability in Singapore.
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Tags:availability, Business IT, DELL, InfinityEdge, Intel, laptops, Latitude, Microsoft, monitors, notebooks, OptiPlex, PCs, Precision, prices, printers, Singapore, UltraSharp, Vostro, Windows, workstations, Xeon
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Wednesday, February 17th, 2016
The computing solutions are optimised for the future workforce and include new Latitude & Vostro notebooks, Precision workstations, OptiPlex desktops & AiOs, UltraSharp monitors, as well as Dell Document Hub application and multifunction printers. Prices and availability here.

Dell OptiPlex 7040 Small Form Factor desktop, a Dell UltraSharp U2715H monitor, and KM636 keyboard and mouse.
Dell says that the company has combined the latest hardware technologies including Intel Core and Xeon processors for superior performance, with Windows 10 software for a more intuitive user experience.

Dell U2417HWI Monitor – side views of screen tilting.
The new Latitude series combines beautiful design with business-class security, manageability and reliability, while the Vostro portfolio balances performance with style for small businesses.
The redesigned Precision Workstations combine innovation with high-performance to deliver sleek, new portfolio for creative professionals.
The latest portfolio of OptiPlex business PCs is smaller, faster and more energy efficient
The new Dell displays promise stunning picture and greater productivity.
A new Dell printing solution offer one-stop access to multiple cloud-based services for easy sharing, collaboration and printing.
Details in the press release below.
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Tags:Business IT, DELL, InfinityEdge, Intel, laptops, Latitude, Microsoft, monitors, notebooks, OptiPlex, PCs, Precision, printers, Singapore, UltraSharp, Vostro, Windows, workstations, Xeon
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Thursday, November 26th, 2015
Sophos introduces Synchronized Security to Endpoints and Networks in new Sophos XG Firewall with Security Heartbeat.

Available models range from a desktop appliance with integrated Wi-Fi to rack-mount appliances for the data center. Pricing is available from authorised Sophos partners worldwide.
Sophos has introduced synchronised security protection against today’s sophisticated threats with the Sophos Security Heartbeat capability.
“Synchronised security from Sophos is a key innovation in next-generation security protection, and we are delivering that through Sophos Security Heartbeat,” said Stuart Fisher, Managing Director for Asia Pacific, Sophos.
The company’s Sophos XG series of next-generation firewalls and UTMs will be equipped with this new technology.
Sophos Security Heartbeat directly links next-generation firewalls and UTMs with next-generation endpoint security to share threat intelligence that enables faster detection of threats, automatic isolation of infected devices, and more immediate and targeted response and resolution.
With Security Heartbeat, organisations of any size can advance their defenses against increasingly coordinated and stealthy attacks and drive a dramatic reduction in the time and resources required to investigate and address security incidents.
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Tags:Business IT, endpoint, enterprise IT, Heartbeat, network, security, Sophos
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Tuesday, October 6th, 2015
Jabra expands its SPEAK series by adding ease of use to conference calls and simplicity to collaboration. The SPEAK 810 is now available in Singapore at US$599.

The new Jabra SPEAK 810 promises flawless call experiences, removing barriers to productivity and poor technology adoption for the future of meeting collaboration.
The key features of the SPEAK 810 conference speakerphone includes the following.
- Zoom Talk microphone with adaptive array 5m/15ft. range (15 people).
- Connectivity: USB, Bluetooth/NFC and 3.5 jack.
- USB charge out for charging tablets and mobile phones.
- Kensington lock (optional).
More details can be viewed/downloaded in the press release below.
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Tags:AV, Jabra, phones, SPEAK, SPEAK 810, speaker, UC, unified communications
Posted in Accessories, Audio, audioVisual, Business IT, Enterprise IT, Events, events, Gadgets, gadgets, Jabra, Launch, newArrivals, Prices, speakers, Specifications | No Comments »
Thursday, October 1st, 2015
Targeted at driving business growth in the region, the US$1 million innovation hub will serve as a test bed for advanced networking & communication solutions to empower businesses in the region.

Tour of the new Innovation Facility in the Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise office in Singapore.
Singapore ALE Pte Ltd today announced the opening of its new office and innovation facility in Singapore – one year after ALE separated from parent company Alcatel-Lucent in October 2014.
“ALE was searching for a solid ground to establish its innovation hub in the region. With Singapore investing heavily in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and amidst plans to become the world’s first smart nation, we saw this country as a natural fit for us to set up base,” said Matthieu Destot, Vice-President of Sales, Asia Pacific, ALE.
The new office and innovation facility will provide ALE new opportunities to deliver specialised solutions tailored to the Asia Pacific region.
As part of ALE’s commitment to innovation, an investment of US$1 million was invested into creating the research and testing facility in Singapore.
The innovation facility will serve as a prime test bed for ALE’s latest networking and communications solutions, aimed at delivering the personalised connected experience to empower businesses in the region for success.
The new office and innovation facility is located in the TechnoPark @ Chai Chee.
This centre is equipped to accomplish the following.
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Tags:Alcatel, Alcatel-Lucent, ALE, Lucent, Office, opening, Singapore
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Wednesday, July 1st, 2015
Shaun Wormald, Senior Director of Unified Communications, InterCall Asia Pacific shares six ways to boost meeting productivity during video conferences. This guest blog was contributed by Wormald.

Shaun Wormald, Senior Director of Unified Communications, InterCall Asia Pacific.
The benefits of using video conferencing solutions from an organisational perspective is very clear – it helps businesses achieve their targets while being cost efficient.
While these bottom lines and costs may not directly concern you as an end user, video conferences can actually work to your advantage and help you accomplish tasks – if you know how to do them right.
Six tips to enhance video conferencing efficiency
- Be prepared
- Be early and test the application
- Join the video conference, then mute your microphone
- Speak clearly but don’t shout
- Make yourself presentable
- Focus
To help you realise how prevalent video conferences are in a business setting, a recent Research and Markets study reports that the global video conferencing market is expected to reach US$ 6.40 billion by 2020.
Asia Pacific also sees a similar trend.
While it’s tempting to join video meetings in a way that’s convenient for you, doing so affects not only your ability to contribute to the discussion, but also those of the other attendees.
This wastes what could have been a great opportunity to collaborate.
To make sure your next video conferences will be productive, may I share some tips with you below.
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Tags:byline, guest blog, InterCall, opinion, Shaun Wormald, UC, unified communications
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Saturday, May 30th, 2015
Reuben Verghese, Global Head of Multiscreen Solutions & Vice President of Asia at Accedo and BroadcastAsia2015 exhibitor and conference speaker shares his top technology predictions for the broadcasting industry. This guest blog was contributed by Verghese.

Reuben Verghese, Global Head of Multiscreen Solutions & Vice President of Asia at Accedo and BroadcastAsia2015 exhibitor and conference speaker.
Asia Pacific has a unique broadcasting market dynamic that boasts a new generation of the Connected Consumer.
4 key broadcasting trends in 2015
- Audience fragmentation
- Varying degrees of infrastructure
- Content partnership
- Data & Analytics
With fast growing economy and a lack of fixed infrastructure in the developing countries, mobility is crucial to many consumers and businesses in the region.
The broadcasting industry will impact enterprises as it adapts to the changing consumer preferences.
Below I share my views on four key trends set to transform the broadcasting industry in 2015.
1. Audience fragmentation
With the proliferation of smart connected display devices, there is a shift in the way consumers and enterprises consume and deliver video.
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Tags:BroadcastAsia, BroadcastAsia2015, CommunicAsia, CommunicAsia2015, conferences, exhibitions, MBS, Singapore, trade shows
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Friday, May 29th, 2015
Andrew Milroy, Senior Vice President, ICT Practice, Asia Pacific at Frost & Sullivan and CommunicAsia2015 Summit speaker shares his top technology predictions that will transform the digital landscape in 2015. This guest blog was contributed by Milroy.

Andrew Milroy, Senior Vice President, ICT Practice, Asia Pacific at Frost & Sullivan and CommunicAsia2015 Summit speaker.
Asia Pacific is dynamic, engaged, and more connected than ever, proving that the Internet has revolutionised the way individuals, communities and businesses communicate.
Three technology trends in 2015
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Proliferation of wearables
- Software Defined Everything
Both immense opportunities and pressures have been created for businesses to tap into and keep up with the rapid adoption of all things digital.
Below I share my view on three technology trends set to transform the digital landscape in 2015, and their impacts on enterprises and consumers of today.
1. Internet of Things (IoT) gets real
The IoT is a network of IT enabled devices communicating to each other.
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Tags:CommunicAsia, CommunicAsia2015, conferences, EnterpriseIT, EnterpriseIT2015, exhibitions, MBS, Singapore, trade shows
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Sunday, May 24th, 2015
The mid-tier 5-inch all-touch smartphone is now available in Singapore for S$389 from M1, Singtel and StarHub.

The new BlackBerry Leap is an all-touch alternative to the mid-tier BlackBerry Classic.
BlackBerry Leap is basically the all-touch version of the Classic – the other BlackBerry mid-tier smartphone – for those who prefer an onscreen keyboard over the traditional QWERTY keyboard in the similarly-priced sibling.
Pricing and Availability
BlackBerry Leap will be on sale in Singapore (S$389) from May 23, through M1Shop outlets island-wide, as well as via the enterprise sales teams of carriers M1, Singtel and StarHub.
Like the Classic, the new Leap is targeted mainly at the business user whose main priority is to get work done – effectively and efficiently – while on the go.
BlackBerry Leap features the latest BlackBerry 10.3.1 operating system, an edge-to-edge five-inch HD display and more than a full day’s battery power.
First look
I had a quick hands-on with the new BlackBerry Leap last week when John Sims, BlackBerry’s President of of Global Sales was in town last week to brief the deployment of a new automated fare collection system in Southeast Asia that’s based on the company’s QNX Neutrino OS.
Check out the first impressions below that I had from trying out the phone over lunch.
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Tags:availability, BlackBerry, Business IT, Classic, first looks, launch, Leap, Singapore, smartphones
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