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Onyx CEO Neil Stephenson

Peace of mind about data safety is phone call away

THERE are a number of emerging issues that modern organisations are facing increasingly frequently. It is important that business decision makers are aware of these so they can be prepared to deal with them. Read

Get the Knowledge to plan for disaster

WHEN you consider that over two fifths of the companies which suffer a major loss of computer records never reopen for business, while more than half close within two years and only 6% survive long-term, it is little wonder managers are increasingly planning for disaster. Read

Bedroom lessons for businesses

COMMUNICATION tools are rapidly evolving and are now a key business component. However, many North East businesses are not taking full advantage of the technology on offer and are in danger of lagging behind their competitors. Read

Partnership approach to technology

WHILST ITC Technology is regarded by many as a science, its implementation into any business is most definitely an art. Read

Glimpse into the future through technology

VISIONARY tech-heads from around the world will descend on the region in May to discuss the effect of future technologies on the way people live, work and play. Read

Advantex puts talent on show at first IP World

NEXT week’s IP World 2008, the first of its kind, is one of several exciting initiatives from Houghton- le-Spring IT infrastructure specialist Advantex Network Solutions and comes as the company prepares to double in size this year on the back of major new contracts. Read

Make dramatic cut in bills and carbon

THE role of a chief information officer (CIO) has always been a difficult balancing act. This act has become increasingly complicated by rising costs and fears over the economy. Read

Helping good ideas to pay

TWO early stage technology funds are driving the development of one of the region’s fastest growing sectors. Read

Ogilvie provides secure support

WITH more than 17 years’ experience in the business telecommunications industry in the North-East and partnerships with leading manufacturers, Samsung, Ogilvie Communications is firmly established at the forefront of this dynamic and fast moving sector. Read

Internet television – are we there yet?

FOR years now, the media industry has been talking about convergence – the ability to use any device, be it your television, computer, PDA or mobile phone, to access any type of media. It’s a vision that has been a long time in the making. Despite the array of interactive services behind the “red button” on my TV remote control, when I watch television I spend most of my time passively viewing my chosen channel and as for my mobile phone, I tend to use it for, well, phoning people. Read

So how flexible is your approach to business?

AS THE benefits of remote working become increasingly apparent, Newcastle IT specialist Croft Technology is helping businesses in the region adopt a more flexible approach. Read