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In pics: Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference
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In pics: Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella kicked of WPC in Toronto, addressing the packed auditorium with a rousing keynote about embracing digital transformation.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Tue, 12th Jul 2016
Microsoft WPC: Microsoft's dynamic approach to reinventing business
Digital Transformation

Microsoft WPC: Microsoft's dynamic approach to reinventing business

Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella has declared that ambition, digital transformation & empowerment are the catalysts that will propel technology forward.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Jul 2016
Sonus to demonstrate Skype for Business solution at Microsoft conference
Unified Communications

Sonus to demonstrate Skype for Business solution at Microsoft conference

Sonus Networks to showcase NaaS IQ network controller platform at Microsoft conference, promising lower network costs and improved QoE.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Jul 2015
Microsoft expands Surface channel
Microsoft

Microsoft expands Surface channel

More than two years after the launch of Surface, Microsoft has finally announced plans to open up distribution to more resellers.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Jul 2015
VMob: Thinking outside of the Microsoft Azure box...
Public Cloud

VMob: Thinking outside of the Microsoft Azure box...

VMob disrupts mobile marketing with its innovative use of Microsoft Azure, defying conventional partner expectations and gaining global recognition.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 11th Aug 2014
Satya Nadella... Cloud and Proud?
Microsoft

Satya Nadella... Cloud and Proud?

Microsoft's cloud growth boosts earnings under CEO Nadella, with revenue of $23.38bn for quarter ending June 30.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2014
Cloud-first Microsoft targets triple APAC partner growth
Microsoft

Cloud-first Microsoft targets triple APAC partner growth

As the region's cloud market surges towards the US$8.6 billion mark, Microsoft Asia Pacific intends to replicate similar growth in its cloud reseller market.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2014
WPC 2014 fuels a great State of Origin…
Microsoft

WPC 2014 fuels a great State of Origin…

As Satya Nadella outlined his cloud-first vision for Microsoft and its partners at WPC 2014, somewhere in the crowd two Kiwis glanced at each other and smiled.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 21st Jul 2014
Microsoft breaks language barrier with Skype demo
Unified Communications

Microsoft breaks language barrier with Skype demo

In a few simple exchanges, the Skype Translator app threatens to quite literally change the world we live in and how we interact with one another.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2014
Gartner: Microsoft turns the 'Scope on SaaS...
Microsoft

Gartner: Microsoft turns the 'Scope on SaaS...

Microsoft launches a tool to tackle the surge of ungoverned SaaS apps in businesses, promising enhanced control and security.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2014
Microsoft WPC 2014: Where everybody knows his name...
Microsoft

Microsoft WPC 2014: Where everybody knows his name...

Satya Nadella charms WPC 2014 with a fresh vision, signalling a transformative era for Microsoft, evoking genuine excitement.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2014
Microsoft sure of Azure momentum with new Certified program
Public Cloud

Microsoft sure of Azure momentum with new Certified program

Microsoft Azure's partner momentum is at an all-time high, with over 57% of Fortune 500 companies using the cloud platform.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Jul 2014
Microsoft drives four-frontal assault on Partner program
Public Cloud

Microsoft drives four-frontal assault on Partner program

Microsoft kicked off Worldwide Partner Conference with plans to revamp the company's partner program, revealing four new incentives for partners.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Jul 2014

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Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference (WPC) stories

NV Interactive: Windows 8 Not Out…
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NV Interactive: Windows 8 Not Out…

Upon walking to the middle, Matt Pickering won the toss - he chose to bat, with Microsoft's new OS as his opening partner.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Sep 2014
Your invite - Microsoft Partner Connect event 9th Sept
Partner Programmes

Your invite - Microsoft Partner Connect event 9th Sept

Join Microsoft NZ at Auckland's SKYCITY for Partner Connect on Sept 9. Strengthen ties with a networking lunch and industry insights.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Aug 2014
Microsoft tells partners... Cloud is no longer a trend
Software Development

Microsoft tells partners... Cloud is no longer a trend

Public cloud IT spending to reach close to $108bn by 2017, representing 5 times the growth of the IT industry, says IDC.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Jul 2014
Microsoft takes channel leap of faith with empowering Office 365 plans
Public Cloud

Microsoft takes channel leap of faith with empowering Office 365 plans

Microsoft embarks on a groundbreaking shift with Office 365, aiming to revolutionize the channel partners' role and customer engagement.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2014
WPC 2014... By the numbers
Microsoft

WPC 2014... By the numbers

WPC 2014 in Washington D.C. charms with 16,000 tech enthusiasts, 3,500 first-timers, and 8,000 pre-arranged meetings, proving tech's global pulse.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 15th Jul 2014