Ian Morris

Were you aware of the strain that AI is putting on energy and IT infrastructure? If you weren't, you are not alone as a new report that @Pure Storage commissioned from the @UTS Institute for Sustainable Futures found out. @Pure Storage is happy to share more on how we can continue to embrace emerging technology while keeping one eye on the environment. #AI #Sustainability #GreenDataCentres https://lnkd.in/gqEdXeHy

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Today, Pure Storage released the results of a survey on the impact of AI on energy and data amongst organisations in Australia and New Zealand. We commissioned this report from the UTS Institute for Sustainable Futures. While it is great to see the region embracing AI, the results are a wakeup call for government, regulators, boards of directors and investors. The pace of development needs to be tempered by an equally robust scrutiny on environmental sustainability. #AI #Sustainability #GreenDataCentres

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50% of Australian MSPs are delivering Essential Eight ... and the other 50% are working out how to do it! For me, one key takeaway from the recent SMBiT Professional conference in Melbourne is how the Essential Eight have evolved. Once a focus solely for Federal Government agencies, they are now the baseline cyber readiness standard for all Australian businesses. As trusted IT partners, MSPs are perfectly placed to help their clients understand, plan for and implement the E8 for their organisation. BTW - if you're an MSP in the second 50% why don't you chat to us a ThinkOn? At ThinkOn, we empower MSPs to ensure their clients’ data remains secure, sovereign, and compliant with Australian regulations and the Essential Eight. https://lnkd.in/gRAYBMvf #essentialeight #smbit #datasovereignty #thinkon

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"Demystify Database Performance and Observability challenges with SolarWinds". Make every Click and Query count as you unlock database performance that will accelerate your database operations and add value to your business like never before. Join the SolarWinds Tech Community ANZ Catchup on Database Performance Management on May 13th from 11 am to 12 pm (AEST). Explore SolarWinds' latest database offerings and solutions to troubleshoot and reduce MTTR for performance issues, hosted by the APJ Solution Engineering team. Register now at Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams #SolarWinds #SolarWindsChannelPartners

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The ConnectWise Asio™ platform is changing how MSPs work. See the first true MSP platform in action, with detailed information about the platform’s security, reliability, performance, data access, AI-enablement, and integrations. Join us at #ITNation Sydney for this session http://ms.spr.ly/6044le41e #ConnectWise #AI #Cybersecurity #MSPCommunity #MSPPlatform

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Day 2 for SolarWinds @ #GartnerIO at the Hilton Sydney. If you have not already dropped past the booth, Be sure to drop in and say Hi to the Team and let us update you on the latest in SolarWinds offerings. Whether it's understanding how our Hybrid Cloud Observability, SolarWinds SAAS Observability, Database or SolarWinds ITSM solutions can bring value to your digital environments or assistance in your digital transformation journey or solutions to combat alert fatigue or tool sprawl our team of experts is here to assist!

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🚀 Ready to Transform Your Business? 🚀 As a dedicated Managed Service Provider in South East Queensland, we’re here to guide SMEs through the digital landscape with ease. Microsoft 365 Business Premium is your all-in-one solution, blending top-tier productivity tools with robust security measures to propel your business forward. 🔒 Secure, Collaborate, and Thrive 🔒 With Microsoft 365 Business Premium, you’re not just getting the Office suite you know and love; you’re also unlocking advanced cyberthreat protection and device management. Imagine having the power to collaborate securely from anywhere, at any time – that’s the promise of Business Premium. 🌐 Connect with Confidence 🌐 Don’t let cyber risks hold you back. Embrace the future with confidence as Microsoft 365 Business Premium safeguards your data and streamlines your operations. Ready to take the leap? Reach out to us and let’s make it happen together! #Microsoft365 #BusinessGrowth #CyberSecurity #DigitalEra #SMEsupport

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NetApp VMWare Advisory session in full swing in Christchurch with Chris Gondek. Not sure how to manage your VMWare license increase costs? This session presents options to consider and could help you devise a VMWare strategy. Message me if you’d like to know more! #NetAppNZ

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Come join me to hear some insights about trends in AI and what is happening in our Work Trend Index report. Looking forward to joining Haylix once again for a great session!

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Rich Tehrani catches up with GTT’s Lisa Cool and Blaise Brady to discuss the evolving landscape of managed network and security services. Gain valuable insights into how businesses can safeguard their assets effectively. Don’t miss out on the conversation! #digitaltransformation #networking #cybersecurity #mssp #TMCnet #GTT

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Curious about the cloud complexities of Australian organisations? iTnews’ inaugural Cloud Covered report delves deep into the hybrid cloud landscape. "Two decades of haphazard purchasing of SaaS and public cloud services has left many Australian organisations neither fully in nor fully out of the cloud." Explore insights from IT executives like Richard Wiltshire and Greg Wratt, navigating the nuances of hybrid environments for optimal cost and performance. Discover modernisation priorities, migration challenges, and industry perspectives from leaders like Paul Keen and Thomas Varsavsky. Read the report now! https://lnkd.in/gGrG7kA4 Sponsored by Interactive and Rubrik #HybridCloud #CloudCovered

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Australia’s reputed Southern Cross University maximized their Microsoft Education A5 licensing investment with our cloud services. Have you done the same? 🤔 We supported the institute in modernizing their existing on-premises unified communications infrastructure and handsets with our #OperatorConnect for #MicrosoftTeams and #ManagedEXEssentialServices. Not only did this result in cost savings but also enabled: - Enhanced collaboration and productivity with flexible working - Better service controls and IT security - Improved sustainability with reduced hardware footprint and paper consumption Find out how we made this #DigitalTransformation possible: https://bit.ly/47FH4xX #NTTDATAAPAC #CaseStudy

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Our CSO Chaim Mazal shares his perspective on cyber threats during high profile events, like the Olympics. Read how Australian organizations can address these threats and the steps they can take to secure their #HybridCloud infrastructure in Security Brief Australia. https://ow.ly/h1Wo30sFJg9

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With the virtualisation market in such turmoil at the moment and so many organisations reviewing their virtualisation strategy, the timing could not be better to get hands on with Red Hat OpenShift.

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ARE YOU CONSIDERING Nutanix AND BASED IN MELBOURNE? If the answer is YES, please read below.......... Melbourne - Thursday July 18th 2024 - 9.30am - 3pm AGENDA OVERVIEW - Nutanix Bootcamp For our prospective end customers Register; https://lnkd.in/gRbBy97G Whether you're diversifying to de-risk, migrating from VMware altogether, or extending your cloud presence, Nutanix offers the power of simplicity with one platform to run your apps and manage data anywhere. ● An introduction to the Nutanix Cloud Platform web-scale architecture and concepts ●Hybrid cloud deployment topology and multi-cloud management ● Cluster architecture, security and configuration ● Automation services for XaaS containers, databases, VMs, applications, file and object data ● Data protection and disaster recovery strategy ● 1-Click operations for upgrade and cluster expansions ● Demos, test lab trial access and more! Backpacks will be given to customer attendees to ‘help make the MOVE to Nutanix easier’

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IT teams play a critical role in today's fast-paced business landscape, but their overwhelming workload can hinder innovation. Here are three lesser-known facts about overloaded IT teams: 1. Increased employee burnout: Maintenance tasks overload IT teams, leading to stress and decreased productivity. 2. Limited innovation time: Busy with maintenance, IT teams struggle to explore new technologies, hindering growth. 3. Higher cybersecurity risks: Overworked teams may overlook security updates, exposing businesses to cyber threats. Prioritizing innovation is crucial for staying competitive. Aera Group offers cloud solutions to ease IT burdens, empowering teams to focus on growth. Embrace the cloud for business success. Explore more on Aera's website and claim your free quote! https://bit.ly/49lSB5J

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