AxizWorkgroup and HP have unveiled a new offering designed to help retailers meet the needs of shoppers in multichannel retailing environments.  “People are moving away from Print advertisements as it is cumbersome in retail space and can only display one advertisement at a time,” says Chris Barnes, a Product Manager at AxizWorkgroup.

Cloud computing…is it just a buzzword or a confusing term that is used to describe too many technologies?  Louis Helmbold, Business Development Manager at Axiz doesn’t believe that this is the case. "We have a clearly defined definition for cloud computing and organisations have started to recognise the benefits. The obstacle is whether South Africa is ready."

Green Office Week is a national initiative intended to raise awareness of the importance of eco-friendly offices and educate workers on how they can make a positive impact on the environment whilst at work. AxizWorkgroup, leading IT infrastructure and software distributor, is passionate about the environment and constantly provides solutions and information that can assist companies and employees in implementing green IT practices in the work place.

AxizWorkgroup, leading IT infrastructure and software distributor is now distributing the latest Windows Small Business Server 2011, providing small businesses with up to 75 users with an affordable and integrated network solution. Jaya Jadhu, AxizWorkgroup Product Manager, says this business server provides essential networking and internet connection sharing capabilities ensuring information and resources are distributed easily, effortlessly and most importantly, securely.

Johann Toerien, AxizWorkgroup Product Manager says that the new business rugged workstation notebooks from HP are a range for those who require workstation performance without compromise. "The 15 and 17 inch laptops are both portable and convenient," he says.

Axiz, leading IT infrastructure distributor, is providing large organisations with an innovative solution that will maximise their IT performance and lifecycle management.   Axiz product manager, Darren Hengst says that Lenovo’s latest ThinkPad technology brings customers the perfect blend of productivity and durability.

Gone are the days of dinner party conversation being about immigration. Today the topic everyone is talking about is South Africa’s roads - when will the road works be completed, how much are the new tolls really going to cost, are the potholes ever going to be fixed and how are you coping with the traffic!   As these issues continue to affect the efficiency and bottom-line of organisations, mobile computing is becoming a reality for many, says Johann Toerien, Product Manager: HP Notebooks at Axiz.

Outdoor security that functions in all weather conditions is of the utmost importance when considering a surveillance solution says Axiz Workgroup Product Manager Jacques Liebenberg. Axiz Workgroup, leading IT infrastructure distributor, recently included the latest in thermal network cameras, the Axis Q1921-E to its surveillance range.

Energy-efficiency and secure virtual desktops are becoming increasingly popular as companies look to centralised processing solutions. Chris Barnes, Product Manager at AxizWorkgroup, leading IT infrastructure and software distributor, says that thin client solid-state devices are the ideal answer for connecting to a server over a network while providing beneficial solutions to business management.

Whether it is via mobile devices, databases or user generated, we are all generating a rapidly increasing amount of information and data around the globe. Chris Larkins, National PreSales Manager at AxizWorkgroup, says that it doesn’t matter where organisations are choosing to place this critical asset, as long as the environment of choice has the basics in place.

AxizWorkgroup, a leading South African IT infrastruc­ture distributor, says that an intensified shift to more comprehensive surveillance and security systems are finding companies moving from analogue surveillance systems to IT based solutions that are increasingly incorporated into the CIO’s bouquet of responsibilities.

AxizWorkgroup, the leading IT infrastructure and software distributor, is launching HP’s new Z210 workstation, says Chris Barnes, Product Manager at AxizWorkgroup. A duo of new HP workstations is available: the HP Z210 Convertible Minitower and the HP Z210 Small Form Factor. Both, he adds, deliver next generation processor architecture, graphics and storage technologies as well as HP Performance Advisor software.

Axiz, leading IT infrastructure distributor, delivers the latest in video surveillance for retailers, government offices and airports.  Jacques Liebenberg, Axiz Product Manager says that this latest offering from Axis broadens the range of innovative and high-quality network cameras.

AxizWorkgroup Networking Business Development Manager, Louis Helmbold says that networks need to be dynamic, adaptable and able to handle a host of users in search of information and applications within a split second. "Connectivity revolves around speed and from an internal Ethernet connection, South Africa is on track. The problem however lies in the bottleneck that internet connectivity creates as far as speed and the cost of it is concerned in South Africa and Africa at large," says Helmbold.

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crime , ITCrimes utilizes its WORLD patented methodology to generate its funding
through supplying Individuals, Corporates and Government with an asset register service at
a nominal cost. This data not only provide the owners full control over their IT assets, it
also gives them opportunity to plan and structure their IT infrastructure to their own
financial benefit as well as drastically lowering their own risk profile.

6 July 2011, Johannesburg – Working in partnership with the Wildlands Conservation Trust and Qhubeka, MTN Business is addressing the various socio-economic challenges which face the multitude of disadvantaged communities across the country. One child, one tree and one bicycle at a time.

Affordable, ultra-discreet, outdoor ready high-resolution cameras for professional surveillance

All ASUS Motherboards now come with a 3 year lightning protection warranty !

The new graphical LCD display provides clear information on the UPS’s status and measurements on a single screen (in seven languages). Enhanced configuration capabilities are also available with easy-to-use navigation keys.

One of the most serious and worrisome problems facing South African businesses today is the prevalence of crime. Unlike inflated overheads, stiff competition or overpriced raw materials, crime cannot be overcome by sound business practices or an inspired marketing campaign

Sasol Voortrekker Road based in Krugersdorp, Johannesburg, recognized that a world-class surveillance solution had become a business imperative that would go a long waytowards curtailing forecourt incidents

All network cameras have a basic physical limitation: they need light to work. At least up to now.

The new driver institutes some significant performance increases in popular games for cards in Nvidia's 400 and 500 series (which make use of the Fermi architecture). On certain titles, this can mean boosts of up to 11 percent when using the GTX 580, or up to 19 percent on the GTX 560 Ti. Given a special upgrade, according to Nvidia, was performance in the new game "Dragon Age 2," which under the new driver can run up to 6.2 times faster depending on the card being used

As part of an overall recovery plan following the detection of the Intel® 6 series chipset design error, ASUS has implemented various customer support measures, including extensive product replacement and return with additional service hotlines around the world

On January 31, 2011, Intel Corporation announced that as part of ongoing quality assurance, they’ve discovered a design issue in a recently released support chip, the Intel® 6 Series, and has implemented a silicon fix

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 31, 2011 – As part of ongoing quality assurance, Intel Corporation has discovered a design issue in a recently released support chip, the Intel® 6 Series (and the Intel® C200 Series Chipset), and has implemented a silicon fix

According to analyst predictions the unified messaging and communications market in South Africa is expected to reach projected revenues of $63 million by 2013.  Louis Helmbold, Axiz Business Development Manager: HP Networking says that the potential for South Africa’s unified messaging and communications market is being stunted by limitations that are hindering organisations deploying unified communication strategies.

From inception, Axiz set high standards for Customer Excellence. Over the last 21 years we have been acknowledged with many awards by our customers, our vendors and the press. The best measure is the measure of others and in particular that of our customers.

Chris Barnes, Axiz Product Manager for HP Workstations says that now more than ever before we see pioneering technology making a fundamental impact.  Among other reasons, he says that the vast amount of resources invested into research and development has fuelled progress.

In the past 10 years notebook technology has come a long way in meeting the demands of the on-the-go professional. Axiz Product Manager: Acer Notebooks, Jaco Oosthuizen, believes that this is a direct outcome of management needing to provide their employees with mobile office solutions.

Enterprise networking is evolving to meet the ever changing needs of the modern mobile business environment.  Louis Helmbold, Axiz Business Development Manager:  HP Networking says, “Enterprise networking has progressed from a file and print sharing tool to a communication resource enabling anywhere, anytime connectivity.”

Axiz Business Development Manager, Louis Helmbold says the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector has an important role to play in “greening” initiatives.  He says that the onus lies with industry leaders to provide IT solutions that work towards reducing organisations carbon footprints.

A new age has dawned: employees are no longer required to be turned-out in corporate suits, behind a desk, with computers powered up by 8am to achieve a productive day’s work.   In fact, Johann Toerien, Product Manager: HP Notebooks at Axiz, believes that executives perform some of their best work when they are out of the office multitasking.

“Multiple monitors for one user may be a foreign concept to many, but to others it has become a necessity in the workplace. The discussion around multi-monitors is gaining momentum as people are looking for new tools to help them multi-task more effectively and increase productivity and efficiency.

“Providing clients with cost effective energy saving products and tips has become more important as environmental awareness increases and the tough economic climate persists,” says, Axiz’s Chris Barnes, Product Manager – HP Monitors

In a market move that promises to shake up the IT industry, Pinnacle Technology Holdings Limited (PTH), a JSE listed IT Company, has made an offer to purchase 100 percent of the shares in Axiz Technology (Pty) Ltd.

Gadget geeks will be interested to know that IT distributor Axiz has just made available five new SD/SDHC and three new microSD/microSDHC memory cards from Japanese electronics and media giant Sony.

Navigon, the newest entrant to South Africa’s budding satellite navigation market, has been a huge hit locally says ICT distributor Axiz.

If you’re still chained to your desk because a laptop is simply not in the budget right now, HP’s ProBook series, from Axiz, is definitely worth investigating. Tasia Iconomou, HP Notebook Product Manager, Axiz, says the notebooks include features which were previously only found in top-of-the-range devices, making these especially good value for money.

Craig Brunsden, Chief Marketing Officer, Axiz, says that credit and working capital are big issues no matter where you are in the channel today. Everyone is cutting back and tightening controls, so it’s not really possible for distributors to be anyone’s saving grace.

Mobility is no longer just about providing executives with mobile email. A growing number of employees are mobile workers, with specialised mobile device and data access requirements. Rising security issues are a big wake up call as they put intellectual property at risk says Tasia Iconomou, HP Notebook Product Manager, Axiz

Jim Holland, Axiz Product Manager: HP ESG, says the benefits of a document retention policy are tied in with the requirements of a business. Beyond legal compliance, data retention helps an organisation to demonstrate good corporate governance, which is increasingly important today.

Energy efficiency, security and ease of use, are just some of the points that define the new HP Compaq dc7900 Business Desktop PC, from Axiz. Built with your business in mind, this desktop PC is focused on those who require the latest technology, software, and options designed for performance.

Jane Geypen, Product Manager: HP IPG, Axiz, says that today, the paperless office predicted by many is in fact the paper-full office. The problem facing business is how best to control document costs while providing print solutions which increase productivity and give professional output. For many, the answer is multi-functionality.

The NVIDIA Quadro FX 370, from Axiz, is designed to deliver the performance, stability and professional features of its Quadro workstation graphics to small form factor desktop PCs. This opens up the benefits of professional graphics to a whole new market at an entry-level price, says Nicole Jones, Axiz Product Manager: Graphic Cards

Say hello to stylish practicality - Axiz has introduced the freshly-designed HP Compaq dx2400 Business Desktop PC. This affordable desktop computer for everyday business needs is built on a proven Intel chipset and processor technology with quality, reliability, and functionality all in a modern look and feel.

A powerful, easy-to-use Smartphone that combines the mobility of a cellphone, the capability of a hand-held organiser, the in-contact of a push e-mail device, and the power of an office phone system.  Impossible?  Think again.  The HP iPAQ Voice Messenger, from Axiz, is here.

The Cyber Snipa Warboard, from Axiz, is the ultimate gaming keyboard, designed for elite gaming enthusiasts. Sporting intelligent macro programmable keys for custom-designed game play, the Warboard gives you the tactical support you need to defeat any opponent. Apart from 10 dual mode (20x) macro programmable keys, the Warboard also features 10 multimedia hot keys for Windows applications, an “on target” button to lock the “Windows key”, interchangeable “combat keys”, and a responsive tactile key feedback. The Warboard is ideal for FPS, RTS, MMO and RPG gaming, and comes with intuitive, easy-to-use software.

The distributor of Intel’s new Nehalem (Core i7), Axiz, says the processor has redefined the possibilities for gaming technologies still to come. Lauded as the world’s faster PC processor, the Core i7 now has more threads, more bandwidth and more efficient load balancing. Plus, it has been designed from the ground up to take advantage of hafnium-based Intel 45nm hi-k metal gate silicon technology.

Axis was recently won the Detektor International award 2008 for the best CCTV product.  The Axis P3301 is the powerful answer to the market demand for a feature-rich surveillance camera

Accredited Kingston South African distributor Axiz recently took first place in Kingston’s Branded Revenue and Branded High-end Distributor of the Year category at the Kingston Technology MEA Channel Partner 2008 awards

Virtualisation is helping to address a few critical issues facing organisations throughout the world. Jim Holland, Axiz Product Manager: HP ESG, says that when implemented correctly, virtualisation allows companies to be more flexible and agile, and receive a better return on their hardware investment.

There has been phenomenal growth in the mobile market over the last five years, with no indication of this trend slowing down.  With the get-up-and-go workforce increasing everyday, the world has indeed become a smaller place. The demand for a low-cost, ultra-mobile business solution where access to the Internet is as easy as the click of a button indicates the growth of a new segment of the market

Keep the world at your fingertips with the HP IPAQ 914 Business Navigator Smartphone, from Axiz. With the choice of voice calls and global internet access via 3G and quad-band wireless technology, the on-the-move executive will always be ahead of the game..

The new, ultra-secure DataTraveler BlackBox USB Flash, from Axiz, is Kingston’s first Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS)-validated drive. It features 256-bit, hardware-based AES encryption, enforced complex password protection and device lockdown after a specified number of invalid attempts, to prevent brute force attacks.

The LG DLP Projector HS102, from Axiz, takes presentations on the road with a unit that can be carried in one hand. Weighing just 750g, it is the perfect tool for premium entertainment and portable business use, taking advantage of a super-long lasting and efficient LED lamp

Time is crucial to business and even more so in the SME space. Here staff is the greatest expense, so empowering them to work smarter and more efficiently using mobile technologies makes good business sense, says Craig Brunsden, Chief Marketing Officer, Axiz...

The latest monitor offerings from HP will certainly impress wide-screen users, says Tumi Dolamo, Axiz Product Manager, HP Desktop Platforms.  The wide-screen monitors in the HP Essential, Advantage and Performance ranges now boast upgraded features and comfort-focused designs, along with high-end technology at competitive prices...

Jim Holland, Axiz Product Manager: HP Enterprise, Servers and Storage, says that in a bid to get costs under control, adaptive infrastructure, consolidation of data centres, virtualisation and green IT are topping the agenda in boardrooms across businesses today. Adaptive infrastructure ensures you are optimising power consumption, performance, cooling and management and, ensures your IT infrastructure doesn’t get in the way of better business outcomes..

Lexmark has two new wireless printers on the market which take multi-functionality to a new level. The X9575 handles a professional network environment with ease, while the X6575 is the perfect home office solution. Distributed by Axiz, both products print, copy, scan and fax, and also offer environmentally-friendly double-sided printing..