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technolog y reseller.co.uk 17 Aurora prepared for Ofcom mobile switching rules Following Ofcom’s introduction of new regulations designed to make it easier for consumers to change mobile provider, Aurora has introduced an Auto-Switch MNP module for its Affinity billing system. Aurora COO Derek Watson said: “Mobile resellers will need a fully connected system capable of receiving network auto-switch text messages, requesting and communicating a PAC code, along with termination fees within two minutes (in the worst-case scenario).” He added: “Resellers will need a system that can talk to the networks and get messages back and forth in very short timescales, ensuring that it all links up to the billing so that termination fees are communicated and charges are stopped at the right time, making it clear to the end customer that they’ve received their final invoice.” The Affinity MNP Auto-Switch module empowers the reseller and/or customer to monitor Switch requests through a dedicated web portal – as long as they have a direct connection with the mobile network or use a Digital Wholesale Solutions service. www.aurora.io • [email protected] Let the gaming begin Acer UK has launched an immersive PC Gaming centre in Harrods. Four demonstration areas on the fifth floor of the department store will enable customers to try out PCs, monitors, laptops and accessories from Acer’s Predator and Nitro gaming ranges, including the Predator Thronos Gaming Chair. This giant immersive gaming chair incorporates a reclining cocoon-like cabin, ergonomic seat, motorised footrest and 1.5-metre steel frame supporting three 27-inch gaming monitors. NEWS : VENDORS Network Operator Vaioni Wholesale has secured a multi-million-pound investment from Panoramic Growth Equity. As part of the agreement, Panoramic Partner David Wilson will join the Vaioni Board. Vaioni offers high availability, ultra- fast connectivity and WAN solutions via a National Ethernet Platform that connects 250,000 postcodes across 100 UK towns and cities with 100Mbps to 10Gbps internet speeds. Strategic relationships with top UK Carriers enable it to reach locations outside its own network. Managing Director Sachin Vaish, who founded the company in 2008, said: “Vaioni has scaled significantly in recent years. Receiving this investment takes our total fund raise to £5.5m and will enable us to accelerate the business’s growth strategy. This includes the rollout of our Software Defined Network strategy, bringing network automation to our customers and enhancing the product range with Unified Communications, Internet Security and Cloud, whilst strategically entering new markets.” www.vaioni.com Software2 moves into local pub Yorkshire-based education technology developer Software2 has moved into larger premises to support expansion in Europe, North America and, most recently, Australia. The converted village pub – the Foresters Arms in Sherburn, Elmet, complete with original bar and darts board – has enough space to accommodate the 20 extra staff Software2 anticipates recruiting over the next three years. Founded in 2009, Software2 has 1.5 million users worldwide and nearly 50% market share in the UK university and college sector. Targeting revenue growth of 25% in this its 10th anniversary year, it recently announced a partnership with iSTRATEGY to bring its application deployment and virtualisation solution to the Australian higher education market. AppsAnywhere enables universities and colleges to improve the student experience, reduce overheads and increase IT efficiency by deploying all software on- demand, on any device, anywhere. software2.com Circular Computing gets planting Following March’s landmark deal to provide SYNNEX Corporation in the US with carbon- neutral remanufactured computers, Circular Computing is honouring its commitment to plant five trees for every laptop sold to customers of the Fortune 200 business process services company. Working with OneTreePlanted, a global reforestation non-profit organisation, it has planted its first 15,000 trees in an area of California recently devastated by wild fires, as part of the 1 million tree Moonlight Fire Restoration Project. circularcomputing.com Success for Magma Digital Software development agency Magma Digital enjoyed success at this year’s E3 Business Awards, receiving the Employer of the Year Award at a black-tie event at the University of Bolton Stadium. Carrie Nestor, Head of Operations at Magma, said: “Since Magma was launched 20 years ago, the one thing we have never wavered from is the support given to our team. This has evolved over the years to include internal and external training and 121 CEO peer mentor support programmes and more creative ways of motivating the team, such as monthly massages, fully funded European socials, annual team-building retreats, birthdays off and a ‘star of the moment’ award. In a volatile industry it’s these touches and many more that have ensured we retain loyal staff.” www.magmadigital.co.uk RPA for Sage V1 has released a new version of its Robotic Process Automation (RPA) software to support Sage in its plans to become a cloud-centric company. The Invoice Automation solution, which the Sage reseller community is already offering to customers, includes enhanced cloud capabilities to ensure close integration with Sage X3, as well as a simpler, more responsive interface. V1 Director Dean McGlone said: “As a key integration partner of Sage X3, we are constantly looking to build upon our RPA software. Our product development team has made these recent updates following feedback from Sage customers using V1’s Invoice Automation to ensure it maps onto our partners’ needs and, ultimately, aligns with their customers’ digital strategies.” www.wearev1.com Vaioni secures investment for future growth Sachin Vaish Derek Watson

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