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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.

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Recent IT Automation News

A*STAR & Siemens partner to advance smart manufacturing in ASEAN
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

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.

Fri, 4th Jul 2025

OSG extends Rimini Street deal to 2029 to cut IT costs by 8%
Cybersecurity

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.

Wed, 18th Jun 2025

VMware customers face rising costs amid market changes
Cloud Access Security Broker

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.

Thu, 19th Dec 2024

New robotic palletising solution launched for Singapore SMEs
Industrial Automation

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.

Thu, 10th Oct 2024

MiR partners with Sonic Automation to boost Thai industry
Artificial Intelligence

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.

Tue, 11th Jun 2024

Fix your digital transformation for real results
Customer Experience

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.

Mon, 3rd Jun 2024

Singapore firms prioritise AI and cloud in 2024 IT investments
Cloud

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.

Tue, 16th Jan 2024

Singapore's healthcare tops Asia-Pacific in automation adoption
Intelligent automation

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.

Tue, 12th Dec 2023

Asian financial institutions embrace automation amid economic challenges
EduTech

Asian financial institutions embrace automation amid economic challenges

Asia's financial institutions are increasingly embracing automation to increase efficiency and navigate economic volatility.

Wed, 11th Oct 2023

StarHub announces Workato partnership with automation focus
Partners

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.

Thu, 1st Dec 2022

Globalisation Partners appoints Rahul Goyal as Vice President of Platform & Head of India Engineering
Partners

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.

Fri, 16th Sep 2022

VMware appoints Venkatesh Murali as Nascent Markets & Vietnam general manager & country leader
Partners

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.

Fri, 17th Jun 2022

VMware appoints Sarene Lee as Malaysia country manager
Job moves

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.

Fri, 13th May 2022

United Overseas Bank advances remote working and key projects with VMware
Digital Technology

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.

Tue, 10th Nov 2020

Embracing digital transformation and DevOps in Asia
App development

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.

Tue, 19th Nov 2019

World Wide Technology achieves VMware competency
Virtualisation

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.

Wed, 30th Oct 2019

How VMware aims to help drive Asia towards a digital future
Digitisation

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.

Tue, 28th May 2019

VMware bolsters Southeast Asia & Korea leadership team
Cloud Services

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.

Wed, 24th Apr 2019

VMware to roll out cloud platform on AWS in Singapore
Partners

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.

Wed, 17th Apr 2019

AsiaPac to partner in VMware Cloud on AWS launch in Singapore
Partner Programmes

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.

Mon, 8th Apr 2019

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