THE AI BLUEPRINT
Our wide-ranging capabilities can be drawn on as your business grows and changes. With our dynamic approach, you can pivot and adapt to any development with ease.
Success lies in staying one step ahead, and as your trusted partner, we are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that keep your business ahead of the curve.
We’re large enough to provide multi-faceted IT services but small enough to stay connected to your people and your success. We build long-term relationships through trust and proven results.
Here at Softsource vBridge, security underpins everything we do. Security Risk management is part of our DNA and all services are delivered from quality New Zealand data centres that meet the security standards and certifications that you expect.
We are proud to have attained ISO27001 certification, the global gold standard in information security management that ensures we comply with the right processes, technologies and behaviours to significantly decrease the likelihood of security breaches.
Not only is IT security a complex undertaking but staying up-to-date with security developments and changes – including meeting government regulations and industry standards – is a daunting task which can distract you from focusing on running your business.
Our comprehensive security services ensure a multi-faceted approach to managing your digital security and minimising risk.
Partner with Softsource vBridge's expert team to help with your technical challenges or time-consuming tasks. We offer a wide range of tailored managed services on a monthly subscription basis.
Leverage cloud services to navigate the complexities of business transformations and make informed decisions while saving time, money, and effort.
With our extensive partnerships, we can procure state-of-the-art technologies at competitive price points, tailored to your business needs.
Facilitating organisations to adopt technology-driven solutions that enable growth in a dynamic business landscape.
In our latest episode of the Right Place, Right Cloud, Right Place Mini-series Podcast, we take a look at the increasing complexities of Networks, and the impact on NZ organisations.
Discover the importance of access security and register now to our upcoming roundtable. Gain valuable insights on how you can safeguard your business against cyber threats.
During each Formula 1 (F1) race weekend, 160 terabytes of data is sent between the remote race circuit and the F1 Media and Technology Center in Biggin Hill, England.
Christchurch airport needed efficient IT backup solutions and data protection for both business and airport operational systems.
What is the MCS Portal and Its Features?
CTO David Small on Why Your Current Cyber Security Solution might fail you, and how to plan your network path for future change.
Global AI demand has sold out SSD and RAM production through 2027. Learn why NZ hardware prices are set to jump in July and how to secure existing local stock before the next hike.
OpenAI’s GPT 4 and Google’s Bard - among others - are about to be unleashed on the world in a myriad of applications, both visible and not.
Businesses are investing more than ever on the devices their employees need to perform their work. But what is the overall cost and how do your device management choices affect the business?
Bidfood must retain food safety records for 10 years, posing challenges in archiving and accessing the vast data.
Safeguarding your critical Microsoft 365 data is imperative and here's why.
NZ lost 13 million working days to absence last year. Most wellbeing strategies are missing one thing: the tools people use every day. A short read on the workplace blind spot.
It's also important to understand that data resilience is an important cog in a well-rounded disaster recovery programme.
If you think Microsoft have a backup of your data you are incorrect!
Encryption finds its way into most aspects of our digital life without us even noticing. Encryption is everywhere.
Following on from part 1, we dive into particular use cases across remote working, privacy, and security before discussing Aruba's new industry-first solution, Aruba ESP (Edge Services Platform)
Businesses often neglect RPO/RTO for critical services, prioritizing cost/GB over backup infrastructure performance.
In this thought-provoking episode, Barry is joined by Steve Isles, a leading expert in cybersecurity and cloud security, to explore the challenges and opportunities facing New Zealand businesses.
Hear how rugby teams collect massive amounts of data from each game and how this information is analysed to boost performance and prepare for the opposition.
In this episode of Lifting the Lid, host Barry white sits down with Olivia Brown to explore how technology, leadership, and culture intersect in the age of AI.
Exploration into how the global pandemic has reoriented NZ businesses with the move to a hybrid workplace.
Get across data compliance for your business. Strategies to secure data, adhere to regulations, and boost operational efficiency with set up guides for Microsoft Entra and Sharepoint.
Whilst AI has grabbed the headlines with tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney, there is more to it than that.
In this Lifting the Lid Podcast, explore exclusive insights from HPE Discover, uncovering how accessibility to technology is changing for New Zealand.
Think of a customer email box as a mailbox. A mailbox with stickers that say "no junk mail", "addressed mail only", "no circulars".
Learn strategies for adopting AI technologies across your organisation in our latest episode of Lifting the Lid on Technology. Insights from experts on Preparation, Data management and AI security,
Discover how upgrading to new PCs, especially HP's AI-ready devices, unlocks massive productivity and boosts your business ROI. Learn the opportunity behind Windows 10 end of life
Waste Management backup a huge amount of data and were concerned about the rising cyber threats in New Zealand.
Softsource is proud to announce the acquisition of Network Edge, a leading provider of network infrastructure and edge connectivity solutions. A strategic move for enterprise and government Customers
Instead of reinvesting in new hardware, Ravensdown reviewed the market and decided to outsource their IT infrastructure requirements.
In today's digital landscape, maintaining strong and unique passwords across multiple online accounts has become increasingly challenging.
Technology is advancing fast, but human connection remains the foundation of business success. Discover Olivia Brown’s insights on AI, culture, and healthier workplaces in our latest podcast.
Two main reasons for the Privacy Paradox: "Privacy is still too inconvenient" and "The risk is vague"
Whether you're a sports fan, data enthusiast, or IT professional, this episode reveals the powerful role of tech in high-performance environments.
Softsource vBridge winners of the HPE Growth Partner of the Year award. In alignment with HPEs values of partner innovation, initiatives, and expertise.
Are we ready for a future where AI agents manage our everyday business processes? Discover the cutting-edge advancements in AI with Lauren Nobbs, Partner Solutions Sales Manager for Microsoft Copilot.
The right tools don't ask more of your people. They give more back. Workplace tech that protects productivity, reduces strain, and works for the way New Zealand actually works.
The Laptop Company (TLC), part of the Softsource vBridge family, won two major awards at the recent HP New Zealand Partner Awards 2025. A credit to the hard work of our team and our trusted customers.
As businesses adopt flexible work arrangements and cyber attackers keep evolving, it’s created the perfect storm for an endpoint security breach. Effective methods to keep cyber attackers at bay.
Pure's CloudSnap gives you the ability to create portable snapshots in the Cloud and restore as needed using Pure Cloud Block Store in a public cloud provider.
Join industry security experts Alex and Steve Isles as we talk cybersecurity strategies, hacker mindsets, and protection tips in this episode of Lifting the Lid on Technology.
In our latest episode, we take a deep dive into the psychology and methods behind cyber attacks, and discuss the overlooked security measures that can be used to combat them.
Barry White, is joined b
Using Software-Defined Wide Area Networking (SD-WAN) technologies increases productivity and efficiency for Youth Horizons
A crisis response tabletop exercise is about exercising our plans and ensuring that our team knows what to do when the inevitable happens.
AI-driven computers boost productivity with features like AI audio/video optimization and auto-lock. Find out about the pros and cons and how they can benefit your organisation.
NZ Privacy Act 2020 adapts to societal changes and the internet's growth in 27 years, emphasizing Personally Identifiable Information (PI) protection.
Windows 11 is more than an update. It’s a step forward in performance, security, and productivity, and to meet the changing requirements of Gen AI.
Data sovereignty is more than just data residency—it’s about legal control and compliance. With major regulatory changes coming in 2025, businesses must act now.
In our latest episode of the Right Place, Right Cloud, Right Place Mini-series Podcast, we delve into one of the most pressing issues facing businesses today: sustainable data management.
Ready for Microsoft 365 Copilot? Discover your organisation’s readiness, unlock secure integration strategies, and accelerate adoption with confidence and clarity.
With 13+ branches, Chesters required a network solution that was secure and could support their expanding needs.
It seems barely a week will go by without us hearing of another data breach, often egregious.
Aruba’s SD-WAN industry leading solution has enabled NorthTec to deliver vastly improved network services alongside substantial cost benefits.
Networking challenges at the Intelligent Edge for NZ businesses, diving into SD-WAN, cloud native management and AI.
Explore how AI and automation with the power and performance of HP AI PCs transform your organisation's data management and productivity.
Discover how Softsource vBridge transforms NZ SMEs with strategic cloud-based solutions, enhancing productivity, security, and agility. Learn what a successful digital transformation looks like.
Join us as we dive into the world of SASE and discover how it could be the solution your security team needs.
One year on from the Softsource vBridge and TLC acquisition, join Mark Mayo and Pablo Garcia Curtis as they reflect on partnership, customer outcomes, and the future of technology in New Zealand.
Discover how to unlock the full potential of Microsoft Copilot for your organisation. Learn about secure AI implementation, licensing and governance with Softsource vBridge.
Powell Fenwick transforms their business to a modern, efficient and innovative environment boosting employee flexibility and productivity.
Listen in as we address the risks of exposing sensitive organisational data to public SaaS AI models, the value of GPUaaS and Veeams launch of MCP with Ben Young CTO.
Cybercrime-as-a-service is on the rise, making businesses of all sizes potential targets. Learn how outsourced hacking works and discover five key strategies to protect your organisation from sophist
A strategic approach to AI integration. Partner with Softsource and the potential of HP devices with built-in AI for a seamless and adaption to the workplace.
The HP EliteBook X series is designed for the modern hybrid workforce. AI-enhanced performance and robust security features, with lower total cost of ownership by reducing downtime.
Learn why data location is critical for business performance and security in New Zealand. This article uses the analogy of Fortnite lag to explain data sovereignty, latency, and compliance with the NZ
NVIDIA Magnum IO GPU Direct Storage technology. Simplified AI Data Storage with a Cost-Effective, Scalable, High-Performance Object Storage Solution.
Discover how New Zealand compares across APAC in hybrid collaboration, AI adoption, and meeting equity and what is next for NZ workplaces.
Jason MacBride joins Barry White to unpack the IDC APAC collaboration report and share how Neat is helping NZ businesses improve hybrid meetings with simpler, more inclusive and sustainable solutions.
Explore how Copilot and automation can transform your organisation's data management in our tailored, workshops at your location.
Using your own data and local services, you can train your own models to gain insights from your own tailored data sets.
World Vision's Head of ICT Paul Conaghan shares their journey to improved collaboration and productivity with Microsoft Teams.
A mandate from the Central Government requires the Councils to pull their resources together to be more efficient by sharing services – reducing the duplication of systems, infrastructure and budgets
In the world of cybercrime, perimeter defences are simply not enough to give organisations peace of mind they’re protected.
Explore how unified SASE architecture can revolutionise network infrastructure, delivering on the promise of enhanced security, streamlined operations, and accelerated deployments.
Upgrade before Windows 10 end of life. Application & usage recommendations for the HP zBook G11 Range.
In this post Pete shares a little about the experience of an ISO 27001 Audit, what it involved, and the biggest contributor to making future audits easy.
Investigate the intricacies of Backup and DR security and explore the latest cyber-attack trends, while delving into why immutability and daily testing have become so relevant.
The latest innovation in data protection, "Indelible Backup" was the perfect fit for Mainstream as it combines immutability, object storage and daily
testing to keep their data safer than ever,24/7.
Cloud first is a placement bias, not a strategy. CTO David Small makes the case for right workload, right place, right time across hybrid and multi-cloud in New Zealand.
The 2021 ransomware attack on the WDHB highlighted the vulnerabilities in cybersecurity and the importance of robust defences. Read an expert perspective of how it could have been prevented.
With over 3,500+ staff over multiple locations it was imperative that Freightways was able to collaborate, share files and conduct online meetings easily and efficiently.
AAS explained: Pay-as-you-go consumption-based IT services. Scale easily, cut costs. Explore SaaS, PaaS, IaaS & Softsource vBridge advantages.
Let's revisit the '80s for part 2 of our blog, though compiling this list was tougher as computers became commonplace. Today, the spotlight's on personal tech & cloud services, overshadowing hardware.
Discover how cloud-native approaches transform NZ organisations by enhancing scalability, agility, and AI capabilities with on-demand scalability, flexible deployment, advanced security, and savings.
In cybercrime, perimeter defenses often fail. Focus on securing data storage and backups inside organizations, as there's no foolproof solution.
Learn how data-driven insights and real-time dashboards, like those created with Microsoft Power BI, are crucial for decision-making in high-stakes environments.
Talking about office work that happens out of "business time" or business hours if you prefer.
AI workloads require higher security, processing power and functionality. The HP Elitebook X G1 Series AI PCs provide the performance, optimised battery life and flexibility for your workforce needs.
Your network underpins the productivity of your team and the security of your assets. Using a setup that isn’t right for your business or is out of date is a recipe for disaster.
The Importance of implementing Zero Trust. Firsthand experiences from the coalface of a cyber security breach, discussion at Auckland's Roundtable
A brief history of computing and some of the most important technology creations that lead us and inspired us to where we are today.
Delving into the people focused culture of our business.
Ensure your business is prepared for AI with Microsoft Copilot Readiness Support. We help New Zealand organisations with change management, security, user adoption and ongoing optimisation.
Old and outdated devices and software can contribute significantly to slowing the progress of work.
Stay ahead of the latest technology trends and IT advancements via the Softsource vBridge expert insights and advice.
