January 2023

GigaOm Names CloudCasa by Catalogic a Leader and Outperformer in its Radar for Kubernetes Data Protection Report

GigaOm Names CloudCasa by Catalogic a Leader and Outperformer in its Radar for Kubernetes Data Protection Report

 

CloudCasa makes its entry into the leader circle for those buyers seeking a SaaS solution with a “great user experience”

 

Star Micronics launches mUnite range of Tablet Stands and CD4 Series of Cash Drawers

High Wycombe, UK, 31 January 2023 International POS hardware manufacturer Star Micronics announces the launch of a range of versatile tablet stands for retail and hospitality POS, visitor management and self-service applications, alongside the launch of its CD4 Series of cash drawers. Reinforcing Star’s position as a leading hardware solutions provider, these new products demonstrate the manufacturer’s focus on providing POS peripherals and accessories that respond to the changing nature of point of sale. 

Neos Networks named supplier on G-Cloud 13 framework

London, UK, 31 January: Neos Networks, one of the UK’s leading fibre connectivity suppliers, has been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s (CCS) G-Cloud 13 framework. Through the framework— which supports public sector organisations to procure best-in-breed cloud-based services—public sector customers will be able to access a suite of products and services from Neos Networks including its Cloud Connect, Business Internet, Ethernet, Dark Fibre, IP-VPN, Optical, and SD-WAN.

OpenLogic by Perforce and the Open Source Initiative Release 2023 State of Open Source Report

MINNEAPOLIS, January 25, 2023 – Perforce Software, a provider of solutions to enterprise teams requiring productivity, visibility, and scale along the development lifecycle; and the Open Source Initiative (OSI), a non-profit that raises awareness and adoption of open source software (OSS), today unveiled the results of their annual open source survey — the 2023 State of Open Source Report. The report is based on data from a global survey of open source users created through a collaboration between OSI and OpenLogic by Perforce, a provider of technical support and services for community open source software.

Boom In HRTech M&A With $11 Billion Investment Reveals Hampleton Partners

Boom In HRTech M&A With $11 Billion Investment Reveals Hampleton Partners

 

HR Departments look to technology to solve retention, engagement and productivity issues

 

London, 25 January 2023 - The HRTech M&A Market Report from Hampleton Partners, the international M&A and corporate finance advisory firm for technology companies, reveals that HRTech deal transaction value achieved nearly $11 billion in 2022, an increase of 282 per cent since the pandemic in 2020.

 

Signed, sealed, not delivered: 73% of customers lose faith as cost-of-living crisis sees porch poacher problem

London, 18th January 2023: 73% of consumers think more parcels are going missing since the cost-of-living crisis, with the UK potentially seeing a porch poacher phenomenon. That’s according to new data from Delivery Experience Platform Sorted, which found that consumers are losing trust that online deliveries will arrive on time – if at all – amidst the current chaotic climate.

Delivery drama: delays, damages, and doubt

The survey, consisting of 1,000 UK consumers, found that 63% have experienced a delayed order in the past six months, while over two fifths experienced a delay of more than two weeks.

How to Determine If Your Tech Business Takes Enough Risks

Starting a company is a risk in itself. Tech businesses sometimes take years to see growth. It’s natural to feel pressure as an entrepreneur with employees and clients relying on success. Unfortunately, some CEOs get into the habit of avoiding risks and taking the safe road. Doing so may mean the brand misses out on excellent opportunities. 

Finding the right balance between risk-taking and risk-avoidance ensures a brand grows steadily without imploding on itself. Taking the wrong risks costs companies money and may even cause them to shut their doors permanently.

Half of Retailers Say Out-of-Stock Items Will be Biggest Challenge in 2023

DALLAS, TEXAS, 16th January 2023: SML RFID, an end-to-end RFID solution provider for global retailers, has today announced the launch of part one of its State of Retail 2022/2023 report, finding that 48% of retailers believe frequently out-of-stock items cause the biggest challenge to them serving customers in today’s retail environment. With an additional half (48%) of retailers reportedly seeing improving the in-store customer experience as a top priority throughout 2022, the report casts light on industry focuses and trends going forward into 2023.