Half of UK employees using non-approved AI

13 December 2024

Nearly half of UK employees admit to using non-approved AI solutions without their employer’s knowledge, as AI tools become increasingly common in workplaces, according to Owl Labs' State of Hybrid Work Report.

This so-called ‘shadow AI’ or ‘bring your own AI’ (BYO-AI) is most prevalent among younger workers, with 63% of Gen Z and Millennials using AI regularly at work, compared to just 43% of Gen X and Boomers.

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TransPennine Express appoints MLL Telecom for SD-WAN

12 December 2024

MLL Telecom has announced the award of a three-year contract from TransPennine Express.

The contract agreement provides the provision of a managed software defined wide area network (SD-WAN) encompassing 37 sites (80 circuits) – including head office, data centres and stations across the North of England and Scotland. The network is due for completion in 2025.

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12 December 2024

Mark Grindey, CEO of Zeus Cloud

Mark Grindey, CEO of Zeus Cloud

Who was your hero when you were growing up?
Field Marshall Montgomery has always been my hero since my formative years. I’ve always admired his leadership qualities and strategic brilliance, all of which has had a big impact on my life up until this point. For those who don’t know, Field Marshal Law Montgomery was one of the most prominent and successful British commanders of the Second World War (1939-45). Affectionately known as ‘Monty,’ he commanded the Allies in North Africa and in the subsequent invasions of Italy and Normandy.

What was your big career break?
My significant career break was when I first secured the NHS as a client for a software system. It’s never easy to break into the NHS, due to the fact that there are a lot of hoops you have to jump through. However, I managed to succeed and this deal not only elevated my professional trajectory, but also allowed me to help contribute to the healthcare sector.

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Network monitoring equipment – what matters most?

12 December 2024

Peter Savereux, Marketing Manager, Highlight

Peter Savereux, Marketing Manager, Highlight

Investing in network monitoring equipment is a critical decision that can impact the efficiency and effectiveness of an organisation’s IT operations. Choosing the right solution requires careful consideration of current needs, future goals, and the primary purpose of the monitoring system. Here are some key factors to consider:

Define the purpose
The success of a network monitoring solution hinges on a well-defined purpose. Businesses must clearly identify what challenges the tool will address and how it will contribute to operational improvements. With a defined purpose, decision-makers will then be able to evaluate vendor claims and focus on solutions that can deliver measurable results.

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