The Ultimate Guide to IT Automation
A curated Asian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for IT Automation.
What to know about IT Automation
IT Automation is transforming the way businesses and IT operations function by automating routine tasks, optimizing workflows, and enhancing productivity across various sectors. From cloud observability and cost optimization platforms like ManageEngine’s CloudSpend for Microsoft Azure to AI-powered customer service suites from Freshworks, automation is increasingly integral to modern IT environments.
Readers will find insights into how automation influences diverse areas such as network management, data center operations, workforce management, cybersecurity, and cloud migrations. Stories highlight trends like robotic process automation (RPA), machine learning integration, and intelligent workflows that help organizations reduce costs and improve operational efficiency.
Discover how automation addresses challenges such as managing complex hybrid cloud infrastructures, improving security response times, and driving digital transformation strategies. Whether managing IT service desks, streamlining financial processes, or adopting AI-assisted DevOps, these narratives showcase the evolving landscape of IT Automation and its practical benefits.
Explore topics including emerging automation tools, partnerships between technology vendors, and case studies that illustrate real-world applications shaping the future of IT operations. This tag offers valuable knowledge for IT professionals, business leaders, and anyone interested in how automation technologies can drive innovation and competitiveness in today’s fast-paced digital world.
Asian IT Automation News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Singapore firms urged to loosen AI identity controls
Singapore companies face rising cyber risk as AI agents and machine accounts gain access without proper oversight, Delinea research shows.
Fujitsu launches AI tool to modernise legacy COBOL
It could cut months from modernisation projects by turning undocumented legacy code into design documents, with Fujitsu already trialling the tool at banks.
HPE updates Complete Care with AI tools for hybrid IT
The revamp aims to ease hybrid IT headaches for Singapore and Southeast Asian firms as AI projects strain ageing systems and fragmented support.
Sirisoft & Red Hat champion automation for AI-ready IT
Sirisoft and Red Hat urge Thai enterprises to treat automation as core AI-ready IT infrastructure, redefining ROI beyond simple cost cuts.
Johnson Controls invests S$60m in Singapore AI hubs
Johnson Controls to spend S$60m expanding its Singapore Innovation Centre to develop AI-ready, energy-efficient cooling for data centres.
Huawei Cloud leads AI shift in Singapore with new alliance launch
Huawei Cloud launches AI Pioneer Partner Ecosystem Alliance in Singapore to boost practical AI adoption across industries with new infrastructure and partnerships.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to IT Automation
Gartner: AI layoffs do not improve returns on investment
Pax8 & NinjaOne form global MSP referral partnership
Digitate named a Leader in IDC's AIOps 2026 review
Extreme says Platform ONE cuts network costs by 32%
Tanium named in Everest Group Cybersecurity Top 50
Featured News
Expert Columns
Why trust is the bottleneck for AI-driven operations
How Observability Serves as the Control Layer for AI Growth
AI proof over hype: In a market obsessed with scaling AI, smart organisations are obsessed with proof
HPE complete care service: Refocused for your AI advantage
Agentic AI and the question of equitable intelligence
Securing the future: Simplified management, Scalable growth, and built-in compliance for K-12
How AI-powered log management unlocks observability
Why auto update is the most underrated security feature on your firewall
Five hard truths about enterprise AI heading into 2026
From 3am deployments to AI-native HR: building intelligent, human-centred systems
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Exclusive: Celonis global banking head says AI rollout hinges on process intelligence
Exclusive: Veeam's Ben Young sounds alarm on backup risks in AI era
Exclusive: Dell's Satish Iyer on AI innovation, startup partnerships and what comes next
Exclusive: How Dell's infrastructure promises simplified data centres
Recent IT Automation News
A*STAR & Siemens partner to advance smart manufacturing in ASEAN
A*STAR and Siemens have teamed up to boost smart, sustainable manufacturing in Singapore and ASEAN with cutting-edge AI and automation technologies.
OSG extends Rimini Street deal to 2029 to cut IT costs by 8%
OSG extends its deal with Rimini Street to 2029, cutting IT costs by 8% to boost factory automation and productivity initiatives.
VMware customers face rising costs amid market changes
A Rimini Street report reveals VMware customers are seeking alternatives to subscription models, with 79% satisfied yet concerned about rising costs.
New robotic palletising solution launched for Singapore SMEs
ProPal Robotics and OnRobot have unveiled Southeast Asia's first off-the-shelf palletising automation solution, targeting Singapore's SME manufacturers.
MiR partners with Sonic Automation to boost Thai industry
Mobile Industrial Robots partners with Sonic Automation in Thailand to address workforce shortages with AI-powered autonomous mobile robots, aiming to boost productivity.
Fix your digital transformation for real results
Despite significant investments, many digital transformation initiatives are falling short. Experts say connectivity maturity and platform strategies are key to real success.
Singapore firms prioritise AI and cloud in 2024 IT investments
Nearly all Singapore firms plan to adopt artificial intelligence (AI) and boost cloud tech in 2024, despite hurdles in IT skills and infrastructure support.
Singapore's healthcare tops Asia-Pacific in automation adoption
Singapore's healthcare sector outstrips the rest of Asia-Pacific in the adoption of automation technology, striving to provide superior patient care.
Asian financial institutions embrace automation amid economic challenges
Asia's financial institutions are increasingly embracing automation to increase efficiency and navigate economic volatility.
StarHub announces Workato partnership with automation focus
StarHub has announced a partnership with Workato, which will utilise Workato's platform to create better integration-led automation experiences for customers.
Globalisation Partners appoints Rahul Goyal as Vice President of Platform & Head of India Engineering
Globalization Partners hires Rahul Goyal as VP of Platform and Head of India Engineering, to build and lead a world-class global engineering team in India.
VMware appoints Venkatesh Murali as Nascent Markets & Vietnam general manager & country leader
VMware appoints Venkatesh Murali as Nascent Markets & Vietnam GM, tasked with driving business strategy and growth in the rapidly expanding region.
VMware appoints Sarene Lee as Malaysia country manager
Sarene Lee appointed as Malaysia country manager for VMware, taking charge of driving business strategy and development in digital transformation.
United Overseas Bank advances remote working and key projects with VMware
UOB has deepened its partnership with VMware with the aim of enabling safe and effective remote working in today's world.
Embracing digital transformation and DevOps in Asia
Asia's unprecedented growth means that it has never been more important to foster a DevOps culture that will grow with you and your business, says PagerDuty.
World Wide Technology achieves VMware competency
World Wide Technology has attained its first VMware competency in Asia Pacific, earning the Data Center Virtualization Master Services Competency.
How VMware aims to help drive Asia towards a digital future
VMware unveils a vital digital strategy for growth in Asia's booming digital economy, eyeing regional transformation.
VMware bolsters Southeast Asia & Korea leadership team
VMware has padded out its Southeast Asia and Korea executive team with three new hires as it builds on strong momentum in the region.
VMware to roll out cloud platform on AWS in Singapore
VMware has selected AsiaPac Distribution as its launch partner for VMware Cloud on Amazon Web Services (AWS) in Singapore.
AsiaPac to partner in VMware Cloud on AWS launch in Singapore
VMware has revealed AsiaPac Distribution to be its launch partner for VMware Cloud on Amazon Web Services (AWS) in Singapore.
Job Moves
Globalisation Partners appoints Rahul Goyal as Vice President of Platform & Head of India Engineering
VMware appoints Venkatesh Murali as Nascent Markets & Vietnam general manager & country leader
VMware appoints Sarene Lee as Malaysia country manager
VMware bolsters Southeast Asia & Korea leadership team