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We’re excited to share that Data#3 has been recognised as a finalist in three categories at the ARN Innovation Awards! 🎉 We’re proud to be finalists in the Tech Partner (cloud and security) and Partner (Enterprise) categories. These nominations celebrate #TeamD3’s ongoing commitment to helping customers innovate through cutting-edge cloud, security, and digital transformation solutions, while delivering transformative outcomes for enterprise organisations across Australia. A huge thank you to our incredible team, our partners, and our customers for your trust and collaboration. Congratulations to all the finalists. We look forward to celebrating with everyone on Thursday, 27 November 2025! #Cloud #CyberSecurity #DigitalTransformation #Innovation #ARNawards #ARN #TeamD3

From console cables to cloud-first, the evolution of data centre networking is here. In the early days, deploying a fabric meant days of whiteboarding, weeks of config writing, and the ever-present risk of mismatched BoMs or compatibility issues. Enter Cisco Hyperfabric. What seemed like another platform launch has turned out to be a fundamental rethink of how data centres are designed, deployed, and operated. Our engineering team shares a first-hand look at what changed, and why Hyperfabric is already reshaping how we approach network modernisation. In this blog: 🔹 Design shifts from static whiteboards to real-time, validated blueprints 🔹 Configs are written before hardware even arrives 🔹 Deployment is guided, cloud-driven and near zero-touch 🔹 Day-two ops happen from a unified portal, not across half a dozen tools If your team is short on time but big on ambition, this is the mindset shift worth exploring. 📖 Read the engineer’s view: https://bit.ly/4njsGlp #Cisco #DataCentre #Hyperfabric

✨ Celebrating Diwali with #TeamD3 ✨ Today, our team came together to celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights, with colours, connection, and community. It was a joy to see our branch come alive with traditional attire, vibrant decorations, and the shared spirit of joy, gratitude, and abundance. Thank you to everyone who joined us for morning tea and embraced the celebration with open hearts (and appetites!). Events like these remind us how important it is to honour the diverse cultures and traditions that make our workplace shine even brighter. Happy Diwali to all who celebrate 🪔

Will we see you at Cisco Live? Don’t forget, if you can’t join in person, you can still catch the live broadcast free: https://bit.ly/43jV6nY Attending? Join us at Content Corner as Data#3 Principal Consultant Chris Day shows how anyone can use vibe coding to deploy advanced Splunk services and get more from your Cisco tools. When -> Nov 12 | 11:40–12:00 AEDT Where -> World of Solutions – Content Corner Schedule this session here: https://bit.ly/4hjZHfO #CiscoLiveAPJC #Splunk #AI #Automation

🎉 10 years of Microsoft Azure in Australia, and what a journey it’s been. Launched locally with a limited service range, today it's evolved into a powerful platform supporting AI, analytics, security and hybrid networking, and it’s at the heart of how modern organisations build and scale. As businesses shift from legacy VMs to modern, AI-ready environments, now is the time to reassess your Azure foundations. Are you really getting the most from what Azure has to offer? In our latest blog, we explore: - Why modern workloads need a fresh look at networking, data, and security - How to optimise your landing zone for performance, scalability and governance - The impact of Microsoft Fabric, Azure AI Foundry and more 🔍 Get practical guidance on how to future-proof your Azure environment: 👉 https://bit.ly/4hslUII #MicrosoftAzure #AIReady #CloudOptimisation

As AI, sovereignty and FinOps reshape enterprise cloud strategies, more organisations are starting to explore cloud repatriation, not as a step backwards, but as a strategic rebalancing. From managing AI workloads, to addressing sovereignty and cost pressures, repatriation is about choosing infrastructure that fits your business, not just the latest trend. In our latest expert Q&A, Leon Scott, National Practice Manager, Data Centre at Data#3, unpacks what’s really driving this shift, and how to navigate it without compromising on visibility, security or value. 📖 Read how forward-thinking organisations are taking back control: 👉 https://bit.ly/4n2P16l #HybridCloud #CloudStrategy

The foundational rule about any IoT connected device is that if it’s smart, it’s hackable. One of the most responsible ways you can protect your IoT devices during #CyberSecurityAwarenessMonth, is to build them on foundationally strong network security: 🔒 Use VLANs 🔒 Use firewalls, 🔒 Implement network monitoring, and 🔒 Check device utilisation statistics and activity frequently. At Data#3, our team of security specialists can help you strengthen your organisation’s security posture from strategy to implementation, delivering measurable outcomes that make a difference. Visit: https://bit.ly/4oj1rbm to learn more. #CyberMonth2025 #SmartSecurity #security

Data#3, together with our world-leading technology partners, is proud to bring Australia's largest free IT Solutions & Services conference to Canberra on the 22nd of October! JuiceIT is your chance to: ✅ Learn how to simplify your IT environment and prepare for future advancements ✅ Connect with industry experts and global vendors to build meaningful relationships ✅ Develop cutting-edge cyber security strategies to protect your organisation Whether you're looking to streamline operations, leverage AI to transform your organisation, or secure your technology environment, JuiceIT is designed to give you the practical tools and strategies to succeed. Are you ready to Simplify, Connect, and Protect? Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/3KOT88L #D3JuiceIT #TechInnovation #ITConference #DigitalTransformation

Look around you right now and count how many internet-connected devices you can see. We all see the basic ones; laptops, mobile phones, printers, but what about the ones you don’t expect? Wearables, headphones, speakers, eBook readers, televisions, fridges, cameras, dishwashers, vacuum cleaners, even the coffee machine. In this video for #CyberSecurityAwarenessMonth, our National Practice Manager for Security, Richard Dornhart, shares simple actions you can take to keep your IoT devices safer and more secure. At Data#3, we can help you fortify security across your entire organisation. Visit https://bit.ly/3KU9soJ to learn more. #CyberSecurity #iot #AI #CyberMonth2025

Phishing attacks are more prevalent than ever, and they don’t just target systems. They target people. When a single click can put your entire organisation at risk, awareness isn’t just best practice, it’s a responsibility. Here are some powerful actions to help you strengthen your security posture: ✅ Enable multi-factor authentication on all key devices and services ✅ Provide regular training and refresher sessions for yourself and your team ✅ Utilise endpoint detection and response to stay ahead of threats ✅ Invest in a Security Operations Centre for 24/7 protection this #SOCtober Security is everyone’s responsibility. Learn more about how you and your organisation can stay protected with Data#3: https://bit.ly/3IDuA1Z #SOCtober #cybersecurity #phishing #CyberMonth2025