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SiteMinder launches AI engine to fix hotel distribution
Software-as-a-Service

SiteMinder launches AI engine to fix hotel distribution

Hotels could lose bookings from broken channel links and unmapped rooms, as SiteMinder's new AI tool flags distribution errors before approval.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
ECI Software Solutions appoints first APAC Channel Manager
Digital Transformation

ECI Software Solutions appoints first APAC Channel Manager

The hire signals a push to expand indirect sales in Asia Pacific as manufacturers seek local support for ERP deployments and automation.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Aug 2026
Qualys appoints Ben Brown to lead ANZ channel push
Software-as-a-Service

Qualys appoints Ben Brown to lead ANZ channel push

Expansion in Australia and New Zealand is expected to deepen Qualys' managed risk services push as it adds four local hires.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Jul 2026
Fastly appoints Peter Scott as ANZ Channel Manager
Digital Transformation

Fastly appoints Peter Scott as ANZ Channel Manager

The hire signals a sharper push into partner-led sales across Australia and New Zealand, as Fastly seeks specialised local reach.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Jun 2026
SiteMinder expands hotel bookings into AI channels
Digital Transformation

SiteMinder expands hotel bookings into AI channels

Travellers increasingly using conversational search could redirect hotel bookings away from metasearch and OTAs as AI tools surface live rates.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 15th Apr 2026
BeyondTrust names Frank Cesarini ANZ partner manager
Privileged Access Management

BeyondTrust names Frank Cesarini ANZ partner manager

BeyondTrust has appointed experienced channel executive Frank Cesarini as ANZ partner manager to accelerate its regional identity security growth.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Feb 2026
Cloudbeds tops HotelTechAwards for hotel software win
Digital Transformation

Cloudbeds tops HotelTechAwards for hotel software win

Cloudbeds wins top Hotel Management Software at the 2026 HotelTechAwards, plus finalist spots, culture ranking and hotelier-choice honours.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Jan 2026
Exclusive: Paul Pan says ALE's Rainbow Hub redefines UCC
Unified Communications

Exclusive: Paul Pan says ALE's Rainbow Hub redefines UCC

Alcatel-Lucent unveils Rainbow Hub, an integration-led cloud platform linking UCC with workflows, IoT and vertical services for partners.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 19th Dec 2025
Mortar AI launches MMM Pulse for rapid campaign impact insights
Identity and Access Management

Mortar AI launches MMM Pulse for rapid campaign impact insights

Mortar AI launches MMM Pulse, a fast, data-light tool giving marketers quick, reliable insights into the true impact of campaigns and channels.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025
Jamf's partner programme drives over 50% surge in channel deals
Mobile Device Management

Jamf's partner programme drives over 50% surge in channel deals

Jamf's Global Partner Program has driven a 50% rise in partner-led deal registrations and doubled partner participation in just one year.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Sep 2025
Milestone expands South Pacific channel with new partner focus
Digital Entertainment

Milestone expands South Pacific channel with new partner focus

Milestone Systems expands its South Pacific channel with Matt Veenstra as Distribution Channel Manager to boost partner growth and updated Partner Program.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Jun 2025
ExtraHop appoints Sylvia Go as APJ Channel Director
Customer Experience

ExtraHop appoints Sylvia Go as APJ Channel Director

ExtraHop hires Sylvia Go as AVP Channel, APAC & Japan to develop innovative programs to strengthen their channel sales strategy in the region.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
Hitachi Vantara appoints Jonathan Fester as ANZ channel manager
Storage

Hitachi Vantara appoints Jonathan Fester as ANZ channel manager

Hitachi Vantara appoints new ANZ channel manager, Jonathan Fester and Nathan Knight as vice president and managing director for ANZ operations.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 6th May 2022
Hitachi Vantara appoints Jonathan Fester as Channel manager
Storage

Hitachi Vantara appoints Jonathan Fester as Channel manager

Jonathan Fester has been promoted to ANZ channel manager at Hitachi Vantara, while Nathan Knight has been appointed as managing director for ANZ.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 6th May 2022

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SiteMinder expands hotel platform for AI booking channels
Digital Transformation

SiteMinder expands hotel platform for AI booking channels

Travellers could soon book rooms inside chatbots as SiteMinder taps AI assistants to drive live hotel rates and reservations.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Wed, 15th Apr 2026
BI WORLDWIDE launches global channel solution to boost partner motivation
Customer Experience

BI WORLDWIDE launches global channel solution to boost partner motivation

BI WORLDWIDE unveils BIW Channel Solutions, a global initiative using behavioural science and tech to enhance partner motivation in indirect sales channels.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
Adyen & RMS Cloud extend partnership for seamless payments
Partner Programmes

Adyen & RMS Cloud extend partnership for seamless payments

Adyen and RMS Cloud continue their partnership, rolling out RMS Pay to over 7,000 properties worldwide, driving efficiency and cost savings in hospitality.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
Quandoo integrates with reservation systems to aid restaurants
eCommerce

Quandoo integrates with reservation systems to aid restaurants

Quandoo has announced the integration of its platform with various reservation systems, enhancing restaurant bookings and customer reach in Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024