Urbis stories
Virgin Media O2 & Hubbub unveil 400,000 device tech lending scheme
Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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connectivity
Virgin Media O2 and Hubbub introduce a landmark 400,000 device lending scheme, the Tech Lending Community project, to tackle British digital inequality and electronic waste, benefitting underprivileged individuals and assisting charities including Refuge and Centrepoint.
World Backup Day highlights importance of sustainable data practices
Fri, 22nd Mar 2024
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dr
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
In the run-up to World Backup Day, data storage giants emphasise the importance of secure, eco-friendly backup practices amid escalating AI deployment and sustainability concerns.
Keeper Security enhances UI & introduces new onboarding experience
Thu, 21st Mar 2024
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cx
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martech
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socs
Keeper Security bolsters its cybersecurity platform with enhanced user interface, launches new, user-friendly onboarding experience guided by a Quick Start Checklist.
HP introduces innovative suite of AI-enabled platforms & services
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
HP has introduced a suite of solutions, including the AI-enabled digital experience platform WEX, at the Amplify Partner Conference 2024, advancing business growth and fostering a circular economy.
Javeed Nizami ascends to CTO at global data firm Syniti
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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digital transformation
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cto
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patents
Enterprise data management leader, Syniti, has promoted Dr. Javeed Nizami to the roles of CTO and Head of Engineering, tasking him with furthering the company's Data First strategy.
Infinigate launches financial services programme to support European partners
Tue, 13th Feb 2024
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cybersecurity
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financing
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software
Infinigate launches 'Infinigate Financial Services', providing partners across Europe with funding solutions to tackle CAPEX concerns and enhance growth in an unpredictable market landscape.
Schneider Electric named Circularity Lighthouse by World Economic Forum
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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supply chain
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power / energy
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clean technologies
Schneider Electric, a global pioneer in circular business models, has been named a Circularity Lighthouse by the World Economic Forum and McKinsey, acknowledging its significant strides in sustainable practices.
Rising MSP spending buoyed by demand for refurbished IT tech
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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supply chain
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clean technologies
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sustainability
ETB Technologies reveals sharp spending increase by managed service providers to meet amplified enterprise IT demands.
Dell's Concept Luna inspires drive for sustainable product design
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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network infrastructure
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data analytics
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ai
Dell Technologies tackles e-waste with Concept Luna, championing sustainable, recyclable technology design.
AI-enabled PCs to boost struggling UK computer market
Fri, 22nd Dec 2023
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microsoft
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pc market
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end of support
However, the impending end of support for Microsoft's Windows 10, in October 2025, could thwart second-life opportunities for numerous devices.
ISG secures contract to build secondary 30MW data centre in Slough
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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hyperscale
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dc
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supply chain
ISG will construct a second datacentre with a 30MW capacity in Slough, marking a new phase for UK's largest data centre hub.
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Uswitch reveals top 10 most reliable refurbished mobile phones for 2023
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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samsung
Uswitch unveils the top 10 most reliable refurbished mobiles for 2023, with Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leading the list.
London start-up Reboxed secures £1.6m for sustainable tech retail growth
Fri, 24th Nov 2023
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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tablets
Sustainable tech start-up Reboxed has bagged £1.6m to boost its eco-friendly marketplace, aspiring to rehome 100 million devices by 2030.
ControlUp's new ITSM Connector integrates with ServiceNow for enhanced digital workflow
Tue, 7th Nov 2023
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digital transformation
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hcm
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partner programmes
ControlUp launches its ITSM Connector which integrates with ServiceNow, aiming to enhance digital workflows and resolve IT issues before users notice them.
How organisations can reduce IT's environmental impact
Tue, 17th Oct 2023
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public cloud
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clean technologies
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microsoft
MSPs can guide businesses to sustainable IT through cloud migration, IoT monitoring, and hardware-as-a-service solutions, says Beate Flamm of ALSO Cloud.
Designer Paul Smith uses Storyblok to boost website speed & revenue
Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Paul Smith has partnered with Storyblok to revamp its website, resulting in a 50% increase in page speed and improved revenue and conversion rates.
Refurbished PC and laptop market to surpass $47.3 billion
Thu, 21st Sep 2023
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clean technologies
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pc hardware
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sustainability
Numerous startups are investing in refurbished workstations to reduce costs and sustain for longer periods. This will positively impact the global market.
BOM IT partners Byteback to help the IT industry cut carbon
Mon, 24th Apr 2023
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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tablets
BOM IT Solutions has partnered with the electronic waste company, Byteback, to help the IT sector reduce its electronic waste and cut its carbon footprint.
Investor Ryan McCarry joins Intelligent Servers as chairman
Fri, 7th Apr 2023
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saas
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clean technologies
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pc hardware
Intelligent Servers is a specialist sustainable tech business, buying and selling refurbished enterprise IT solutions to businesses in the UK and abroad.
Green IT: The importance of a sustainable business model
Fri, 10th Mar 2023
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partner programmes
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clean technologies
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sustainability
Alex Tupman, CEO of Espria, reveals why adopting sustainable business practices is a lucrative opportunity, not a sacrifice.