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Research from Forbes Insights, with VMware and Intel, looks into the different priorities of CIOs across the region compared to their global counterparts and the technologies they are leveraging to find new business opportunities for their companies. In the past, strategic decisions and organisational change have been supported by technologies—rarely driven by them. CIOs were […]

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In a world of growing uncertainty, organisations need to innovate to survive and thrive. The digital maturity of an enterprise plays an important role.

In a world of growing uncertainty, organisations need to innovate to survive and thrive.

Why innovation is necessary in the era of uncertainty

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2022 brought the security industry a resurgence in ransomware attacks, continued fallout from Log4j,&nbsp;Shields Up, and a booming dark web economy of scale, all of which have had a significant impact on individuals, businesses, and government agencies. Emerging technologies, like the use of&nbsp;deepfakes&nbsp;in cyberattacks, continue to keep defenders on their toes. Meanwhile, business leaders are […]

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More companies with hybrid working policies use formal metrics to measure impact over their office-only counterparts Automation technology investments seen as key to making hybrid work a success SYDNEY, Australia. – December 6, 2022: Two thirds (66%) of all survey respondents believe their organisation is more innovative if employees are in the office, according to […]

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New VMware Research Suggests Businesses and Employees at Odds Over Workplace Innovation

Multi-cloud technology is increasingly being placed at the centre of strategy for organisations that wish to accelerate the path to innovation, growth, and enhanced security. Organisations that have reached the highest level of multi-cloud maturity claim it has led to greater profitability and data security. We call these businesses, “cloud smart”. When it comes to […]

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Cyber attacks and data breaches continue to increase in frequency and sophistication, but there is some good news for businesses. According to the VMware Multi-Cloud Advantage 2022 research report, more than half of the responding organisations in Australia and New Zealand say that a multi-cloud approach has led to increased security of employee and customer […]

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As businesses and technology evolve, so must the role of the CEO. According to the latest VMware Multi-Cloud Advantage 2022 research report, a business can gain greater advantage when the CEO is engaged in its multi-cloud strategy. The research highlights that 82 percent of hypergrowth organisations across Asia Pacific and Japan claim their CEO is […]

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New global research from VMware reveals CEO’s link to cloud maturity and related business benefits among companies in Australia and across the region. Sydney, Australia – November 22, 2022 – Australian organisations’ level of multi-cloud maturity and the related business benefits could be tied to their CEOs’ engagement with the technology, new global research from […]

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‘Cloud engaged’ CEOs are key to Australia’s multi-cloud maturity

New global research from VMware reveals that New Zealand leads the region in terms of multi-cloud maturity, but room for improvement remains. Auckland, New Zealand – November 22, 2022 – New Zealand is leading the region in multi-cloud maturity, with a higher proportion of local businesses than anywhere else across Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) […]

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Discover what cloud-smart organizations do differently than their peers, according to a new global research report.

Find out how your organisation compares against others in Asia Pacific & Japan in VMware's Multi-Cloud Maturity Index and take the assessment today.

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As multi-cloud adoption expands, lessons learned keep coming in. Solution providers are rising to the challenges of enterprises seeking the most cost-effective, reliable and secure way to embrace multi-cloud. More and more companies are pursuing three key cloud initiatives to help maximize value while minimizing TCO: “We found that 83% of enterprises are already distributing […]

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Fiserv’s Tom Eck shares his company’s digital transformation journey and why prioritising developer experience is a must. The case for app modernization as a key pillar in enterprises’ digital transformation efforts is more evident than ever: Yet, teams leading digital transformation and app modernisation initiatives face obstacles ranging from inconsistent management to inconsistent ways of […]

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Guru Venkatachalam is the Chief Technology Officer for VMware’s Asia Pacific and Japan business. Guru leads VMware’s efforts in Asia Pacific and Japan to build trusted partnerships with customers and partners and deliver solutions aligned to their strategic priorities. He also plays an integral role in the further developing the company’s cloud, app modernization, networking, security, and digital workspace platforms.

With over 28 years of experience in IT, Guru has deep expertise in financial services sector, where he led several large enterprise transformations, as well as global engineering teams supporting the transformation of end-user computing.

Prior to VMware, Guru worked at Citibank for over 20 years. In his final position as managing director and global-engineering head for end-user computing, he led a global team of subject matter experts and architects across global locations to deliver solutions focused on enhancing the user experience.

Guru holds an MBA from the University of South Australia and lives with his family in Singapore.

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Guru Venkatachalam is the Chief Technology Officer for VMware’s Asia Pacific and Japan business. Guru leads VMware’s efforts in Asia Pacific and Japan to build trusted partnerships with customers and partners and deliver solutions aligned to their strategic priorities. He also plays an integral role in the further developing the company’s cloud, app modernization, networking, security, and digital workspace platforms. With over 28 years of experience in IT, Guru has deep expertise in financial services sector, where he led several large enterprise transformations, as well as global engineering teams supporting the transformation of end-user computing. Prior to VMware, Guru worked at Citibank for over 20 years. In his final position as managing director and global-engineering head for end-user computing, he led a global team of subject matter experts and architects across global locations to deliver solutions focused on enhancing the user experience. Guru holds an MBA from the University of South Australia and lives with his family in Singapore.

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Looking Forward: The CIO Of 2025

When times are uncertain, it’s time to innovate

Howler Security Predictions: How Will the Threat Landscape Evolve in 2023?

New VMware Research Suggests Businesses and Employees at Odds Over Workplace Innovation

How Did New Zealand Become a Cloud‑Smart Leader?

How Can a Cloud‑Smart Approach Make Your Business More Secure?

What’s the CEO’s Role in the Journey to a Cloud‑Smart Business?

‘Cloud engaged’ CEOs are key to Australia’s multi‑cloud maturity

New Zealand businesses: the most ‘cloud smart’ in the region

Multi‑Cloud: Reaching the Tipping Point in Asia Pacific & Japan

How Multi‑Cloud Has Become an Accelerator for Digital Transformation

3 Pillars for Making Digital Transformation & App Modernisation “Real”