UC Channel Update – September 2025
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Welcome to the Nitro Partner Portal & Team
Nitro is committed to a channel-first partnership model. This sets them apart from other PDF editing and e-signature vendors. The team works closely with partners and customers to scope opportunities, demonstrate product value, and increase the impact of Nitro...
When Microsoft’s Exchange Online Outage Proved Why Cloud to Cloud Backups Are Essential in New Zealand
On 11 September 2025, Microsoft confirmed a significant outage of Exchange Online that disrupted email and collaboration services across North America, with ripple effects into other regions. Users reported being unable to access mailboxes, send or receive emails, or...
Windows 10 upgrade options – Free upgrade
This is a short series on the various options available to deal with the end-of-support for Windows 10, focusing on the free option of upgrading to Windows 11.Why you may want to?Ahh, I remember the good old days when an Operating System upgrade required spending...
The Future is Passwordless: Why Passkeys (and a Good Password Manager) Are Your New Best Friends
We've all been there: that moment of dread when you realize you've forgotten yet another password. Or worse, the unsettling feeling after a data breach, wondering if your precious online accounts are safe. The truth is, traditional passwords are a security nightmare –...
Why CyberPower is the Ideal Choice for Power Protection in NZ
In the world of IT infrastructure, reliable power protection is non-negotiable. Whether you're running a small home office or managing a full-scale data centre, an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is your first line of defence against power outages and voltage...
From VPNs to ZTNA: The Security Shift Your Clients Are Waiting For
As cyber threats grow and remote work becomes the norm, traditional network security tools like VPNs are showing their age. For IT partners supporting Kiwi businesses, ZTNA (Zero Trust Network Access) is a smarter, more secure way to manage access and it’s quickly...
[Vendor Watch] Bluechip Infotech NZ Partners with Liongard to Deliver Deep Visibility and Automation for MSPs
We’re excited to announce that Bluechip Infotech New Zealand has officially partnered with Liongard, a global leader in unified visibility and automation for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). This strategic distribution agreement brings Liongard’s powerful Deep Data...
Windows 10 upgrade options – Extended Security Updates (ESU)
Windows 10 upgrade options – Extended Security Updates (ESU) This is a short series on the various options you have to deal with Windows 10 end of Support. Assuming your device cannot get a free upgrade to Windows 11 as it doesn’t meet the minimum requirements, one of...
Why is Password Management No Longer Optional?
In today’s digital-first world, passwords are the keys to everything - from your email and CRM to your cloud storage and financial systems. Yet, despite their importance, password management remains one of the most overlooked aspects of cybersecurity.As a distributor...