Network as a Service

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.

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.

It's also important to understand that data resilience is an important cog in a well-rounded disaster recovery programme.

With 13+ branches, Chesters required a network solution that was secure and could support their expanding needs.

Safeguarding your critical Microsoft 365 data is imperative and here's why.

Discover how New Zealand compares across APAC in hybrid collaboration, AI adoption, and meeting equity and what is next for NZ workplaces.

Bidfood must retain food safety records for 10 years, posing challenges in archiving and accessing the vast data.

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?

Encryption finds its way into most aspects of our digital life without us even noticing. Encryption is everywhere.

A deeper dive into Ansible and how to create a simple playbook.

Businesses often neglect RPO/RTO for critical services, prioritizing cost/GB over backup infrastructure performance.

NZ Privacy Act 2020 adapts to societal changes and the internet's growth in 27 years, emphasizing Personally Identifiable Information (PI) protection.

Networking challenges at the Intelligent Edge for NZ businesses, diving into SD-WAN, cloud native management and AI.

What goes on in Vegas.....

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 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.

 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

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.

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.

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.

Delving into the people focused culture of our business.

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

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.

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.

Old and outdated devices and software can contribute significantly to slowing the progress of work.

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.

Exploration into how the global pandemic has reoriented NZ businesses with the move to a hybrid workplace.

In cybercrime, perimeter defenses often fail. Focus on securing data storage and backups inside organizations, as there's no foolproof solution.

In this Lifting the Lid Podcast, explore exclusive insights from HPE Discover, uncovering how accessibility to technology is changing for New Zealand.

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.

A brief history of computing and some of the most important technology creations that lead us and inspired us to where we are today.

Instead of reinvesting in new hardware, Ravensdown reviewed the market and decided to outsource their IT infrastructure requirements.

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,

Two main reasons for the Privacy Paradox: "Privacy is still too inconvenient" and "The risk is vague"

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.

Think of a customer email box as a mailbox. A mailbox with stickers that say "no junk mail", "addressed mail only", "no circulars".

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.

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.

Christchurch airport needed efficient IT backup solutions and data protection for both business and airport operational systems.

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.

CTO David Small on Why Your Current IT Security Solution Might Fail You.

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.

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.

What is the MCS Portal and Its Features?

In this 90 minute workshop, you'll learn how Copilot can transform your productivity across the Microsoft 365 suite. Suitable for a variety of levels, you'll learn what Secure and Generative AI can do

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.

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.

Punycodes in DNS – How to use them, The good and the bad.

Using Software-Defined Wide Area Networking (SD-WAN) technologies increases productivity and efficiency for Youth Horizons

Benefits to adding FortiGate Azure SSO

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.

Join us for a fun and engaging event to explore how AI and automation can transform your organisation's data management.

Explore how unified SASE architecture can revolutionise network infrastructure, delivering on the promise of enhanced security, streamlined operations, and accelerated deployments.

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.

Powell Fenwick transforms their business to a modern, efficient and innovative environment boosting employee flexibility and productivity.

Waste Management backup a huge amount of data and were concerned about the rising cyber threats in New Zealand.

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.

Using your own data and local services, you can train your own models to gain insights from your own tailored data sets.

Softsource vBridge winners of the HPE Growth Partner of the Year award. In alignment with HPEs values of partner innovation, initiatives, and expertise.

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.

AAS explained: Pay-as-you-go consumption-based IT services. Scale easily, cut costs. Explore SaaS, PaaS, IaaS & Softsource vBridge advantages.

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.

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.

It seems barely a week will go by without us hearing of another data breach, often egregious.

Join us as we dive into the world of SASE and discover how it could be the solution your security team needs.

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.

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.

Explore how Copilot and automation can transform your organisation's data management in our tailored, workshops at your location.

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

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.

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

Ready for Microsoft 365 Copilot? Discover your organisation’s readiness, unlock secure integration strategies, and accelerate adoption with confidence and clarity.

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.

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.

In the world of cybercrime, perimeter defences are simply not enough to give organisations peace of mind they’re protected.

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.

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)

In today's digital landscape, maintaining strong and unique passwords across multiple online accounts has become increasingly challenging.

If you think Microsoft have a backup of your data you are incorrect!

Whether you're a sports fan, data enthusiast, or IT professional, this episode reveals the powerful role of tech in high-performance environments.

Talking about office work that happens out of "business time" or business hours if you prefer.

A crisis response tabletop exercise is about exercising our plans and ensuring that our team knows what to do when the inevitable happens.

Whilst AI has grabbed the headlines with tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney, there is more to it than that.

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.

The Importance of implementing Zero Trust. Firsthand experiences from the coalface of a cyber security breach, discussion at Auckland's Roundtable

Aruba’s SD-WAN industry leading solution has enabled NorthTec to deliver vastly improved network services alongside substantial cost benefits.