Mobile software
Mobile software is one of the fastest-moving areas of IT today, with new low-cost applications - or apps in the mobile parlance - being rapidly created. Businesses are looking at how best to exploit powerful smartphones, such as iPhones and Android devices, and portable computers such as iPads and other tablets, that are now available. We examine the latest mobile software trends and technologies and put them into the context of enterprise IT.
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News
02 Oct 2024
‘Shocked’ MoneyGram hits back at Post Office
Money transfer fintech wrote to subpostmasters expressing its disappointment with the Post Office over end of contract Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2024
Post Office system still causing unexplained shortfalls for over half of subpostmasters
A quarter of today’s subpostmasters are ‘very dissatisfied’ with how the current Horizon IT system works Continue Reading
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News
06 Jul 2018
Investment flows into Nordic startups from all directions
The Nordic tech startup scene is attracting funding from a variety of sources, with private equity firms, banks and traditional IT companies all keen to put money in Continue Reading
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News
04 Jul 2018
European banks need to balance fintech strategies
European Banking Authority highlights the risks of banks taking up fintech too quickly, and of ignoring it Continue Reading
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News
27 Jun 2018
Government must challenge popular smart city misconceptions
A report by the All Party Parliamentary Group on Smart Cities says many people feel alienated by the concept, and calls on the government to challenge some popular misconceptions Continue Reading
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News
26 Jun 2018
Liberty Global picks Cisco to transform customer service ops
Virgin Media parent enlists Cisco in a bid to transform its customer service experience across Europe Continue Reading
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News
19 Jun 2018
Young generation tempted by Amazon bank-like services
Tech firms offering banking services will be inevitable in the future as more than half of young people are tempted by such a prospect Continue Reading
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Podcast
01 Jun 2018
Four strategies for boosting diversity and inclusion in the workplace
Fidelity Investments' head of talent acquisition weighs in on the importance of inclusiveness, how recruiting can be biased and why technology is critical. Continue Reading
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News
01 Jun 2018
BBC to show World Cup in virtual reality
Broadcaster will trial virtual reality and ultra HD live streams of the FIFA World Cup through BBC iPlayer and a dedicated VR app Continue Reading
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Podcast
31 May 2018
Six secrets of competitive recruiting best practices
If you're in the market for great talent, you need a stellar recruiting process. Annie Rihn, VP of recruiting at the Zillow Group, offers an inside look at just that. Continue Reading
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News
31 May 2018
Nestle nips unwanted mobile app sprawl in the bud
Nestle has consolidated its consumer-facing mobile app portfolio to add features to the most successful apps Continue Reading
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Photo Story
30 May 2018
Build 2018: How Microsoft is embracing cross-platform development
Microsoft has realised the world is moving on from Windows. Azure supports Linux and Xamarin enables .Net developers to target IoS and Android devices Continue Reading
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E-Zine
15 May 2018
Will government IT be ready for Brexit?
In this week’s Computer Weekly, as the UK government struggles to get new IT systems up and running before Brexit, we examine the challenges ahead and the departments with the biggest problems. We look at serverless computing and ask why this emerging cloud technology is so important for IT leaders. And we discuss the latest best practice in mobile strategy for SMEs. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Feature
14 May 2018
Why mobile HR apps are key to engaging deskless workers
Creating a positive experience for deskless workers rests partly on making HR-related tasks easier for them. Here's a look at how mobile technology can help. Continue Reading
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News
11 May 2018
Police Scotland did not inform public of mobile phone searches
Members of the Scottish Parliament heard that Police Scotland did not conduct impact assessments or give explanations to the public when they were accessing private data on their mobile phones Continue Reading
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News
09 May 2018
HSBC launches open banking app
In line with open banking regulation, HSBC has launched an app that enables users to see accounts from 21 different banks in one place Continue Reading
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News
08 May 2018
TSB offers interest rate sweetener as IT issues continue at the bank
TSB is offering customers higher interest rate to go towards making up for the problems its core banking system migration caused customers Continue Reading
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News
03 May 2018
Netherlands to harness blockchain for waste management operations
Authorities are trying out blockchain to automate many of the processes related to waste transportation in the EU Continue Reading
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Feature
02 May 2018
3 things HR must know about recruiting analytics
As the war for top talent heats up, analytics can help HR departments gain insights across the candidate search and hiring process. Here's what you need to know. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 May 2018
Five recruiting strategies HR needs in a tight labor market
If you want to hire top talent, you need to get strategic. Here's what organizations and their HR departments can do to win at the game of recruitment. Continue Reading
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News
01 May 2018
Imperial College taps volunteer smartphones for cancer research
Imperial College London is working with the Vodafone Foundation to co-opt smartphone processing power for use in cancer research Continue Reading
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News
30 Apr 2018
Starship’s autonomous delivery robots get commercial roll-out
Having successfully trialled its autonomous delivery robots in the UK and US, Estonian startup Starship Technologies is embarking on a full commercial roll-out Continue Reading
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News
26 Apr 2018
TSB banking service tech problems continue
TSB customers are still experiencing problems using online and mobile banking services after almost a week of disruption Continue Reading
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News
25 Apr 2018
Police forces use Motorola mobile apps to digitise frontline ops
The States of Jersey Police force plans to phase out inefficient paper-based activities with mobile applications, while other forces around the UK report improvements to their overall processes Continue Reading
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News
24 Apr 2018
Telcos see multiple paths to internet of things revenue
A report from Ericsson has revealed that telecoms operators are testing out multiple routes to monetising the IoT Continue Reading
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News
24 Apr 2018
How application container technology is helping YMCA open up access to education
Youth charity YMCA is in the midst of a push to reduce its reliance on paper-based education aids, with the help of Droplet Computing’s application container technology Continue Reading
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Blog Post
20 Apr 2018
Twilio’s developer-first approach to programmable cellular communications
Cloud communications software company Twilio has announced Twilio Programmable Wireless. This is programmable cellular communications software that offers APIs to power web-connected Internet of ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
16 Apr 2018
Is a Hive crash a 'stale' middleware malfunction?
Hive Connected Home products are great and the support is outstanding, but they will crash... or at least ours did and here's what we hope is an interesting analysis in terms of trying to work out ... Continue Reading
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News
10 Apr 2018
PayPal is latest tech giant to eye traditional banking
PayPal set to launch launch traditional retail banking services in the first half of this year Continue Reading
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News
09 Apr 2018
Microsoft teams up with Japan’s JRCS on mixed reality
Software giant Microsoft has partnered with a Japanese supplier of maritime systems to test the use of HoloLens headsets for training and maintenance work Continue Reading
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News
06 Apr 2018
UK challenger bank gives up banking licence to focus on fintech
CivilisedBank plans to serve small and medium-sized enterprises with savings and investment products Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Apr 2018
How to find the right mobility strategy for your SME
Small businesses still need a strategy to make the most of mobility, so what should business owners look out for? Continue Reading
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News
22 Mar 2018
Fintechs weigh up their partnership options
Fintechs need to consider what type of companies they should work with to make the most of open banking regulations Continue Reading
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News
22 Mar 2018
What would coders do in ethical grey areas?
Software developers are writing code that affects the lives of millions of people and how businesses are run, but what do coders think about some of the ethical questions they face? Continue Reading
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News
19 Mar 2018
Gatwick Airport turns to driverless tech to keep staff moving
Gatwick Airport plans to trial driverless technology to move staff around the airfield, in the hope of creating an Uber-like service to cut costs and emissions Continue Reading
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News
19 Mar 2018
First Direct enables customers to pay by Siri
Customers of online bank First Direct can now use voice commands to transfer money through Apple’s digital assistant Continue Reading
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News
07 Mar 2018
Wi-Fi provider uses big data analytics to drive customer experience
The self-styled “Uber of Wi-Fi”, iPass is using Databricks’ Unified Analytics Platform and machine learning to monitor its worldwide network and help its customers get the best experience Continue Reading
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News
02 Mar 2018
People at risk of psychological side-effects of screen addiction
Many Brits spend more than 10 hours a day attached to a screen and 60% look at two at once, research shows Continue Reading
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News
02 Mar 2018
Wearables join mobiles as high-growth payment methods
Banks must develop broad contactless payment strategies if they are to keep pace with consumer demand Continue Reading
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News
01 Mar 2018
Are mobile wallets about to make contactless cards look outdated?
Mobile wallets look set to take root as consumers increasingly use their mobile phones to pay for goods and services Continue Reading
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News
28 Feb 2018
MWC 2018: 5G collaboration dominates agenda at annual mobile fair
At Mobile World Congress 2018 in Barcelona, 5G mobile networks were the talk of the show, and a number of operators announced new collaborations around the emerging network standard with their technology partners Continue Reading
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News
27 Feb 2018
Finnish government’s bridge to Asia drives IT deals
The Finnish government has increased links with Asian countries with its innovative tech sector a selling point Continue Reading
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News
27 Feb 2018
MWC 2018: Data, not connectivity, now core to IoT, says Cisco Jasper
At Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Cisco Jasper has been exploring the growing criticality of data management to the internet of things, and unveiled new NB-IoT customers in Asia Continue Reading
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Blog Post
26 Feb 2018
Mobile World Congress 2018 #MWC18: confessions from the show floor
Mobile World Congress is a love it or hate it affair. Three days of treading what is now Europe’s largest technology conference ought to be enough to put anybody off for life, yet most of us seem ... Continue Reading
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News
26 Feb 2018
MWC 2018: Samsung Galaxy S9 launch kicks off annual mobile festival
Samsung has raised the curtain on Mobile World Congress 2018 in Barcelona with the launch of a new flagship Galaxy S9 smartphone device Continue Reading
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News
23 Feb 2018
RBS’s first profit in a decade accompanied by major first for mobile channel
News of its first profit in 10 years might overshadow a major first for the Royal Bank of Scotland’s mobile channel Continue Reading
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News
22 Feb 2018
First Direct pilots open banking platform
HSBC's internet banking platform is testing out its service that enables customers to put all their bank accounts, from multiple providers, in one place Continue Reading
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News
21 Feb 2018
Lloyds Bank announces three-year digital transformation
Lloyds Bank has announced plans to transform how it serves customers through substantial digital investment Continue Reading
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E-Zine
20 Feb 2018
Enterprise opportunities for smart speakers
In this week's Computer Weekly as voice-activated smart speakers grow in popularity, we examine how IT teams can use the technology in enterprise applications. Our latest buyer's guide looks at the latest developments in customer relationship management (CRM). And UK tech sector leaders tell Parliament why they are so worried about the industry's prospects after Brexit. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
13 Feb 2018
London joins Citibank IT innovation network
Citibank has made London home to its latest IT innovation hub, which will focus on applying data science and high performance computing to the business Continue Reading
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E-Zine
13 Feb 2018
On the path to diversity in tech
In this week's Computer Weekly, after the UK celebrated 100 years of women's suffrage, we look at what more needs to be done to encourage greater diversity in IT to help tackle the on-going skills shortage, and we hear from female industry leaders. We examine how mobile app developers can improve security. And we look at the role of containers in storage architecture. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Feb 2018
Smart security: Go beyond the basics with biometrics
With smartphone makers offering new features such as biometrics, there are lots of options available to businesses when putting mobile security into practice Continue Reading
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E-Zine
05 Feb 2018
How a digital workplace can drive innovation
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we look at some of the latest tools for the digital workplace and find out how they can improve collaboration and innovation. We ask what lessons the demise of Carillion has for IT outsourcing. And the CIO of retailer River Island tells us how technology is changing the high street in fashion. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Feb 2018
Seven creative strategies for reducing employee stress
Americans are stressed, and job anxieties are a major cause. Here's what some employers are doing to make sure their employees are happy -- and not looking for their next gig. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jan 2018
Developers at the mobile edge
We look at the challenges and opportunities to be found in creating mobile apps for an expanding array of devices Continue Reading
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News
25 Jan 2018
Robots are needed to manage the automation robots
The next decade will see robots transform from invisible forces obeying our commands to lifelike objects interacting with humans on a daily basis Continue Reading
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News
25 Jan 2018
Driverless buses hit the streets of Stockholm
Self-driving buses are being used in real traffic environments as part of a trial in Stockholm Continue Reading
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News
22 Jan 2018
IT of world’s banks is moving on from crippling regulation
Banks need to invest more in fintech and IT skills as they emerge from years of stagnation Continue Reading
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News
18 Jan 2018
Demand for cloud services drives increase in IT outsourcing
Cloud services spending in Europe, the Middle East and Africa offset a drop in traditional IT outsourcing in 2017 Continue Reading
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News
17 Jan 2018
Dream machines: how IT is changing the world of neuroscience
We talk to computer scientist and entrepreneur Jamil El Imad about the cutting-edge intersection of neuroscience and IT Continue Reading
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News
16 Jan 2018
Financial savings just the beginning for CIOs who understand code quality
Businesses need to understand the quality of the code in their applications if they are to avoid unnecessary costs and glitches Continue Reading
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News
16 Jan 2018
Abu Dhabi continues fintech agenda in 2018
Abu Dhabi is open to developing its fintech ecosystem, with the next 12 months expected to see more focus on the sector Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Jan 2018
The four hottest HR technology trends for 2018
HR technology is growing at breakneck speed as companies look for better ways to attract and understand talent, as well as boost the employee experience. Here's a look. Continue Reading
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News
11 Jan 2018
CES 2018: Hyundai and Cisco bring SDN to the automobile
Hyundai will debut a new generation of hyperconnected software-defined car in 2019, incorporating a Cisco-designed network platform Continue Reading
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News
11 Jan 2018
Health sector digitisation vital to combat mental health crisis
Collaboration and digitisation within the health industry is critical to deal with the growing mental health crisis, but more support is needed from policymakers Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Jan 2018
Seven corporate wellness trends for 2018 -- and beyond
If you think a corporate wellness program begins and ends with giving employees a Fitbit, it's time to do some homework on the next-generation of health promotion programs. Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2018
CES 2018: Jaguar Land Rover picks Qualcomm to power in-car connectivity
British carmaker Jaguar Land Rover will incorporate Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 820Am automotive platform to power in-vehicle connectivity Continue Reading
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News
04 Jan 2018
Nordic banks face digitisation decisions over PSD2
With the latest version of the EU payment services directive coming into force, traditional Nordic banks can’t afford to slow their digital transformations Continue Reading
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News
19 Dec 2017
Top 10 enterprise IT in the Nordics stories in 2017
The Nordic region might be best known in IT circles for its startup communities – but it has much more to offer Continue Reading
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News
08 Dec 2017
Santander UK recruits digital banking expert from Barclays
Santander UK has poached Michael Harte from Barclays to drive digital transformation Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2017
Mayor of London opens Bangalore office to strengthen links with Indian businesses
City of London’s office in India’s tech hub aims to promote Indian investment and IT jobs in UK capital Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Dec 2017
The death of the mainframe is greatly exaggerated, says CA
With mainframe software tools forming a key part of its overall growth strategy, CA Technologies remains proud of its mainframe heritage Continue Reading
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News
28 Nov 2017
Fintech is increasing operational risk to banks
European Banking Association report reveals fear of greater operational risk because of increased take-up of fintech in financial services sector Continue Reading
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News
27 Nov 2017
Norway’s print media responds to digital threats
Subscription-based models are among the tactics being deployed by Norway’s print media organisations as they react to the digital threat to their traditional income streams Continue Reading
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News
21 Nov 2017
Nordic CIO interview: Emil Dahlin, Svevia
Swedish construction company Svevia is transforming digitally, driven by chief information officer Emil Dahlin Continue Reading
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E-Zine
14 Nov 2017
How fashion is turning to tech to get closer to customers
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we examine how the fashion world and clothing retailers are using technology to better understand customers and grow in such a competitive market. Brexit continues to dominate the conversation in the UK tech sector – we find out the hopes and fears of the industry. And we look at how to use OpenStack in a hyper-converged IT infrastructure. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
09 Nov 2017
TSB customers can use their faces to authenticate payments
Bank’s latest addition to its mobile apps is a facial recognition option for Apple iPhone X users Continue Reading
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News
31 Oct 2017
Image recognition system clears cheques in one day
All cheques paid in the UK will be cleared on the next working day once an image-based clearing system is fully rolled out Continue Reading
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News
27 Oct 2017
Nordea lays off 6,000, citing digital transformation as the driver
Nordea is cutting staff as a result of its ongoing digital transformation, which means it needs less people Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Oct 2017
The nine best ways to boost workplace mindfulness success
A corporate mindfulness program can help your employees become more productive and can support your wellness efforts. Here's a look at how to get it right. Continue Reading
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News
03 Oct 2017
Dubai Land Department launches interactive app
Mashrooi app will track real estate project progress and allow users to compare construction against developers’ plans Continue Reading
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E-Zine
22 Sep 2017
CW ANZ: Cloud ERP on the rise
By adopting cloud-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, Plaut IT was freed to focus on its customers rather than its computers. In this month’s issue of CW ANZ, read more about why Australian companies are adopting cloud ERP, the adoption of blockchain in Australia and why an Aussie web hosting company is merging with a Singapore firm in its regional expansion plans. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
15 Sep 2017
Banks across Europe cut thousands of staff and branches as IT replaces them
Banks across Europe cut jobs and close thousands of branches as IT shakes the industry Continue Reading
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News
31 Aug 2017
App-based challenger bank Starling enters next stage of its journey
Thousands of people are downloading Starling’s app every week as the bank builds its customer base Continue Reading
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News
22 Aug 2017
Wearables on the rise in the Middle East
The take up of wearables in the Middle East is growing mainly as a result of consumer demand for smartwatches Continue Reading
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News
11 Aug 2017
BBVA tops Forrester mobile bank app chart
Spanish bank BBVA has the best mobile banking app in the world, according to Forrester Research Continue Reading
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News
10 Aug 2017
CIO interview: Daniel Gebler, chief technology officer, Picnic
The Netherlands has the highest supermarket density in the world, yet a technology company has been able to gain market share from the established order Continue Reading
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News
12 Jul 2017
UK ranked as top 10 digital economy
The UK has been ranked among the top 10 nations in terms of digital capabilities Continue Reading
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E-Zine
11 Jul 2017
The data analytics behind the Wimbledon tennis championships
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we find out how the All England Lawn Tennis Club is working with IBM to use data analytics to engage with fans of the Wimbledon championships. We examine whether IT automation will kill tech jobs or solve the growing skills gap. And we look at the issues around data portability between public cloud providers. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
04 Jul 2017
Be better connected in a wireless world
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we look at the latest developments in wireless technology and discover how enterprises can deliver secure and reliable wireless networks for staff and customers. We examine Microsoft’s PowerShell scripting language to understand why it’s become such an important tool for automating system administration. And we ask CIOs what it’s like to cross the divide and work for IT suppliers. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
29 Jun 2017
App-based banking continues its ascent in the UK
The number of people banking from their mobile phones is increasing as more services are made available through the channel Continue Reading
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News
13 Jun 2017
TfL develops artificial intelligence app on Facebook Messenger
Transport for London has begun using chatbots on Facebook Messenger to provide a level of automated customer service Continue Reading
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News
31 May 2017
Norwegian bakery chain gets the taste of mobile reporting
Baker Brun, a bakery company in Norway, is modernising its business processes through the latest technologies Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2017
SAP aligns with Saudi Arabia’s IT transformation agenda
Global software giant SAP sees an opportunity for its wide portfolio in Saudi Arabia as the Middle Eastern country transforms Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2017
Customer experience transformation at Macquarie bank brings legacy system retirement as a bonus
Australia’s Macquarie bank builds a data layer on top of legacy IT systems to transform customer experience Continue Reading
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News
28 Apr 2017
Nordea strikes partnership with Swedish mobile payment startup
Nordic bank links up with payments startup in its latest fintech project Continue Reading
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News
24 Apr 2017
Motorola brings big data digital evidence service to UK police forces
Motorola is launching a digital evidence management service to UK police forces, backed off into AWS cloud infrastructure Continue Reading
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News
20 Apr 2017
Mastercard integrates biometric technology into cards
MasterCard tests out biometric technology embedded into payment cards, with further trials in Europe planned Continue Reading
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News
12 Apr 2017
Chatbots, Fitbits and AI: IT suppliers identify the top trends in HR technology
Businesses are using Fitbits, artificial intelligence and chatbots to improve working life as competition increases to recruit talented ‘millennials’ Continue Reading
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News
06 Apr 2017
Research fires warning at banks over branch closures
Traditional retail banks cannot rely on customer loyalty if service levels drop as a result of branch closures and staff cuts Continue Reading
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News
05 Apr 2017
Technology investments core to JP Morgan Chase success
US investment bank is reaping the benefits of its $9.5bn annual technology spend Continue Reading
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28 Mar 2017
Singapore to shutter 2G services by April 1
2G is making way for 3G and LTE networks in the city-state, but the legacy technology will remain in other markets with significant machine-to-machine investments Continue Reading