Megan James

🚀 Ready to Transform Your Business? 🚀 As a dedicated Managed Service Provider in South East Queensland, we’re here to guide SMEs through the digital landscape with ease. Microsoft 365 Business Premium is your all-in-one solution, blending top-tier productivity tools with robust security measures to propel your business forward. 🔒 Secure, Collaborate, and Thrive 🔒 With Microsoft 365 Business Premium, you’re not just getting the Office suite you know and love; you’re also unlocking advanced cyberthreat protection and device management. Imagine having the power to collaborate securely from anywhere, at any time – that’s the promise of Business Premium. 🌐 Connect with Confidence 🌐 Don’t let cyber risks hold you back. Embrace the future with confidence as Microsoft 365 Business Premium safeguards your data and streamlines your operations. Ready to take the leap? Reach out to us and let’s make it happen together! #Microsoft365 #BusinessGrowth #CyberSecurity #DigitalEra #SMEsupport

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Have you tried Copilot yet? If not, you may be wondering what Microsoft’s AI can do to help boost productivity, efficiency, and creativity in your business. The answer? Loads. It’s time to trial the assistant that never sleeps… #Microsoft #Windows11 #Copilot https://lnkd.in/gsCF3_i4

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🚀 Are you using the cloud to its full potential? 🚀 At Digital Armour Corporation, we don’t just talk about cloud solutions—we guarantee results. As a Platinum Partner to Telstra and Microsoft Partner, we’ve helped mid-level companies unlock the full potential of cloud technology. 💡 In my latest video, I share a powerful case study where we guaranteed ROI for one of our clients. By leveraging the right cloud strategy, they didn’t just improve their infrastructure—they transformed their entire business. ✨ It’s time to rethink your cloud approach.   Is it driving innovation, improving security, and maximizing efficiency?  If not, you’re leaving value on the table. 🎥 Watch the video now and see how we turned cloud technology into a strategic asset—and how you can too! #Cloud #Leadership #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #DigitalArmour #Telstra #Microsoft #ITStrategy #Cloud #Growth

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Telstra’s Return on Connection report quantifies the value of human-to-human connection for leaders, their organisation and the industries they support, and found Australia has a major collaboration opportunity for leaders facing into big and complex challenges. https://lnkd.in/ghHUhCDf

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Managed IT services offer local businesses in Canberra the advantage of quick response times, personalised service, and a deep understanding of the region's unique challenges. A local provider can offer tailored solutions that align with your business goals and be there if it’s all-hands-on-deck time to solve an immediate issue. These benefits can make a significant difference when IT issues arise. At Netier we pride ourselves on customer service. 99% of the calls you make to our service team are answered within 3 rings from someone in Australia! Our recent article highlights why choosing managed IT services in Canberra is a wise decision for any local business… https://hubs.ly/Q02SGMdF0 #ManagedITservices #Netier

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Transition to Windows 11 with Datacom. Datacom is ready to help Australian and New Zealand businesses upgrade to Windows 11 after signing an agreement with Microsoft to be a Strategic Refresh Initiative (SRI) partner for the local market. With Windows 10's end of support date of October 2025, all businesses should be planning to make the shift to Windows 11 ahead of that date to avoid any potential disruption and take advantage of greater integrations with the variety of Copilots available. The benefits of the new Operating System include advanced security features, better performance driven by specialised hardware such as Neural Processing Units (NPUs) that optimise AI tasks, improved collaboration, and enhanced productivity with Copilot+ PCs coming with built-in AI tools to streamline tasks and find information quickly. Some PCs that are currently in use will not be able to migrate to Windows 11, and businesses will also need to decide whether to adopt AI-ready PCs that can fully support AI functions and applications. https://lnkd.in/gqtdhKzd If you would like to know more or need help in planning your move to Windows 11, don't hesitate to get in touch.

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🔍 Is Your Data Safe? Discover Why Backups Are Crucial for Every Business and School! A recent incident with UniSuper, a $125 billion Australian pension fund, underscores the critical need for robust backup strategies. Imagine losing access to your vital information for over a week—it's a wake-up call no organisation can afford to ignore. At Step Fwd IT, we delve into the UniSuper mishap and share invaluable insights on safeguarding your data. Learn why cloud services alone aren't enough, the pitfalls of over-relying on geographic redundancy, and how the 3-2-1 backup strategy can save the day. 👉 Read our latest blog post to ensure your business or school's data is secure and resilient. Your peace of mind starts with a solid backup plan. #DataProtection #BackupStrategy #DisasterRecovery #BusinessContinuity #TechInsights #StepFwdIT #YouUsTogether

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Many consultants choose project work for its flexibility and variety, but Canberra's shift away from contracting roles is making that choice increasingly difficult. High taxes and fewer local contract opportunities are prompting ICT and Business services support professionals to seek work outside the ACT. To bring these opportunities back, we need supportive tax policies and flexible APS partnerships.  Check out what John McCluskey had to say here: https://lnkd.in/gXS-Pj7j #BusinessGrowth #EconomicDevelopment #ConsultingIndustry #PublicPolicy #WorkforceDevelopment #LocalBusiness #CanberraJobs #TaxReform #Employment #SkillsTraining #Entrepreneurship #CanberraEconomy #JobCreation #FutureOfWork

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It's been incredible to see the scale and speed of AI innovation across the financial services industry in Australia. Colonial First State (CFS) is among the leaders in unlocking transformative outcomes with the power of cloud and generative AI. Today, our partnership with Colonial First State is strengthened with a five-year agreement to drive AI innovation within Australia’s wealth management sector. With Microsoft technologies including Azure OpenAI Service and Copilot for Microsoft 365 and supported by partner Avanade, Colonial First State is exploring generative AI use cases to enhance the delivery of services to their members. According to Jeroen Buwalda, CFS’ Group Executive of Transformation, Technology and Operations, AI and cloud technologies are critical to supporting the company’s mission to help Australians achieve financial freedom. Great to see the value CFS is deriving from AI as an early adopter and I’m excited for what’s to come. Read more in the story on our News Centre: https://lnkd.in/gvRcKFCs #ColonialFirstState #Microsoft #Copilot #GenerativeAI #Azure James Farrell Soumith Rao Duncan Taylor Rudolf Wagenaar Andrea Acton Dale Lambert Jeroen Buwalda Sean Lee

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📣 Announcement 📣 If you are a Brisbane based leader and you want to take your leadership and the growth of your business to the next level…. Then this In-Person Executive Masterclass with Dave Clare is just what you need to propel you in to 2025!

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In an increasingly sophisticated and digital-centric landscape, how can public sector organisations leverage the cloud to adapt, innovate, and meet the evolving demands of their constituents?    Join me and leaders across state and local government, and higher education and research, at AWS IMAGINE in Brisbane. I will be discussing the challenges of delivering digital transformation in State and Local Government. In particular the how to manage legacy system modernisation and deliver digital innovation, like AI, in parallel.   Learn more about the event and register via the link below: Brisbane (Friday, 24 May) - https://lnkd.in/gPJicuZb Anthony Dow, Kim Jackson, Troy Bell, Mitch Miller, gwi.digital, Adam Beck, Ian Hatton, Danielle Hill, Emma Davidson, Luke Hillier, Neil Glentworth

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With business risk being heightened off the back of incidents on Friday, I wanted to share some further considerations for Security & Business leaders to review around #Data. Thank you to the many IT Professionals who worked tirelessly over the weekend to course correct issues, business and people were facing. ADAPT #Research #Advisory #CISO #CDO #CIO #Risk

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At the Intermedium NSW ICT Budget review today and heard Laura Christie describe the importance of their legacy tech review. The amount of revenue tide up in maintaining and running old technology must be huge - Big question is what to do with systems if they are end of life, yet full of valuable data and content that can drive better decisions and outcomes for citizens. #InfoArchive #OpenText #InformationCompany #informationreimagined

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Do you want to host a Webinar or Live Event but not sure where to begin? Kiwis have valuable insights to share, but distance and costs make in-person events challenging. Explore the benefits of Zoom Webinars, Microsoft Webinar, Town Hall Meetings, Breakout Rooms, and Event facilitation with Connect NZ. Discover the advantages of having separate back and front stages for Zoom events. Interested in learning more? Drop me a message.

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Who doesn't like opening up their time to do more productive activity? 🤔📈 Spend less time administrating and more time innovating by leaning on #AI with the tools you already have available in your Microsoft Suite! 💡 Ingram Micro have teamed up with Using Technology Better to deliver a webinar that gives all attendees (whether you are experienced or a new user) tips and tricks that you can apply to your day-to-day to be more productive. #CoPilot #Productivity #IMNZ #Microsoft Jamie Hall Barbara Kidd Cassandra Ong

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A recent analysis of two major transformations showed just how critical it is to have the right enablers in play for a successful outcome. Tony Boyd’s article in the AFR (https://ow.ly/ppZb50RqjTH) about two such projects illustrates just how critical leadership, planning, and the right level of engagement with third parties is for the outcome of transformation initiatives. Visionary leadership, strategic planning, meaningful engagement with external experts, and a keen focus on outcomes form the backbone of successful digital transformations. For leaders embarking on high-risk projects goes beyond oversight; it's about integrating change into the very fabric of the organisation, ensuring alignment with the overarching vision. Third-party consultants play their role best as enablers, not as the driving force, supporting internal capabilities with their expertise. Remember, accountability for the transformation's success rests firmly with the executive leaders. When leadership remains hands-on, the trajectory of core projects aligns closely with success. #DigitalTransformation #Leadership #ProjectManagement #ITGovernance #CorePlatforms #StrategicPlanning #AccountabilityInLeadership For more insights: https://ow.ly/B0F450RqjTG Follow the Bulletin: https://ow.ly/96aH50RqjZ

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