Pokemon Go’s plans to make 3D scans of the world

By eStorm | September 7, 2020

In 2016 we saw the world go crazy for Pokemon Go. The game sent hundreds of millions of people of all ages wandering the streets searching for virtual creatures. This game has paved the way for augmented reality in today’s technological landscape, and the ability to overlay computer-generated imagery onto real-world environments. Niantic (developers of […]

Is my business fit for managed cloud services?

By eStorm | September 7, 2020

The “Cloud” is a new and disruptive trend that has been gaining momentum in businesses for some time. With many businesses unsure how cloud computing and cloud services can fit into their business strategy. Managed Cloud Services may sound like a complex concept; however, it is simply storing your data offsite in a data centre […]

Is your business ready for the Essential Eight?

By eStorm | August 17, 2020

At the beginning of 2020, the Federal Government and the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) announced the Essential Eight (E8). The E8 is a strategy for businesses to mitigate cybersecurity incidents, protecting their systems against a range of adversaries. What is the “Essential Eight”? The ACSC has admitted that no single mitigation strategy guarantees total […]

Hybrid working: the future of office spaces

By eStormAdmin | July 13, 2020

The time of employees being confined to one physical workspace was already fading before the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the pandemic has forced the hand of many businesses to experience remote working first-hand. Now that we are returning to a new ‘normal’ many offices are looking to create a permanent and sustainable hybrid workplace to keep […]

The newest technologies to introduce into your classroom

By eStormAdmin | July 13, 2020

New and advancing technologies are shaping almost every aspect of our lives. It is no surprise then that the typical classrooms are starting to shift to incorporate new educational opportunities. As access to technology increases, so does the technical literacy and savviness of our students. Teachers are now leveraging all kinds of technology to engage […]

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3 Cyber Security Tips When Working Remote

By eStorm | June 1, 2020

Remote working can be a blessing. More time spent with the family, less time commuting and sitting through meetings from the comfort of your own home. But as companies across Australia continue to offer flexible work environments to prevent the spread to COVID-19, it is important to understand the security and privacy risks that both […]

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Office 365 supports your business to work remote

By eStorm | March 24, 2020

In these ever-changing times, the ability for an organisation to adapt and change is what will allow you to stand out from competitors, continue to serve customers, and ensure you maintain momentum. With the current COVID-19 pandemic, we are seeing more and more businesses prepare for social distancing by setting up their systems to allow […]

Microsoft Surface Pro 7. Is it worth the upgrade?

By eStormAdmin | October 22, 2019

On October 2nd Microsoft unveiled a series of new devices that covers the gap between a conventional laptop, a tablet PC, and to many’s surprise, a device that crosses the line between a smartphone and tablet. Whilst Microsoft was showing their most innovative products to date, this artile is not about the new products they […]

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The 3 keys to high performance & cost savings with IT

By eStormAdmin | July 31, 2019

  Efficiency. It’s that ever illustrious goal that every IT professional and leader endeavours toward. But, even with maximum effort and precision planning, efforts in the pursuit of ultimate efficiency can fail to hit their intended targets. According to Kumar Krishnamurthy, a principal with PwC’s Strategy Consulting Group, we must move our focus toward improving […]

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A Framework for identifying and assessing emergent technology

By eStormAdmin | June 28, 2019

Emerging technologies introduce challenges and threats to existing organisational competitive advantages, as well as presenting opportunities for organisations to take the lead in completely new areas, long before the competition takes root. The need to monitor the technological horizon is vitally important. Emerging technology represents a series of potential investments that can have a serious […]