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New research from Redcentric and Vanson Bourne reveal that most businesses see their ultimate cloud destination as a hybrid model. 200 senior IT managers in medium and large UK organisations were surveyed, with 63 per cent saying that they expect to use a mix of selective cloud services in the …

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17.3 per cent of IT contractors work in the public sector, compared to 82.7 per cent in the private sector

Everyone is talking about how cloud computing can bring significant benefits to small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). It allows even organisations with limited resources to store critical data or leverage considerable computing power without purchasing additional software and hardware. Cloud computing not only reduces overhead costs but also allows SMBs …

Apple and Cisco are partnering to create a ‘fast lane’ for iOS business users by optimising Cisco networks for iOS devices and apps. The partnership will see iPhone integration with Cisco enterprise environments and provide unique collaboration on iPhone and iPad. “iOS is the world’s best mobile platform, and nearly …

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Lenovo has appointed industry veteran Andy Bass as director of SMB and Channel for the UK and Ireland. Bass has 25 years of experience in the industry, working in both distribution and at leading hardware vendors, including Toshiba. At Lenovo, he will be responsible for driving sales of Lenovo PC, …

Bass has over 25 years’ experience in the industry

Security and VR innovation promised by international distributor

Almost a third of shoppers are planning to buy online on November 27th

The contactless payment limit has risen from £20 to £30

Sony and Samsung unveil new timepieces