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John Atherton is a distinguished author with a keen focus on the intricate field of power quality and its contextual implications for IT infrastructure. His expertise extends to evaluating market dynamics, particularly the burgeoning Asia Pacific data center service sector, which he predicts will surpass its European counterpart within a few years. Atherton's foresight into power quality trends is a key resource for industry professionals looking to stay ahead of the curve.

Atherton not only assesses future market shifts but also addresses the immediate challenges faced by isolated communities, particularly how they remain digitally connected during severe weather disasters. His strategic insights are crucial for IT providers working in the Pacific regions, where resilience and uninterrupted connectivity are of paramount importance for disaster management.

His comprehensive understanding of IT infrastructure requirements extends to the educational sector, where he imparts valuable guidance for planning and implementing successful IT systems in schools. Atherton's expertise is holistic, ensuring that all factors from practicality to pioneering technology are considered, thereby laying the groundwork for educational institutions to thrive technologically.

Furthermore, Atherton explores the intersection of upcoming technological advancements, such as 5G, and their impact on power management strategies for telecom providers. Recognizing the complexities involved in rolling out new networks, he highlights the significance of uninterrupted power in maintaining network integrity and the challenges this presents.

Atherton also demonstrates concern for comprehensive disaster recovery strategies, drawing attention to power outages and their effects on businesses. This aspect of his writing underscores the often overlooked yet critical component of steady power supply within disaster recovery planning, providing valuable perspectives for New Zealand and similar markets that face such risks.

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UWE Bristol adopts Explorance MLY to analyse student feedback
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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higher education
UWE Bristol has embraced AI by adopting Explorance MLY to efficiently analyse student feedback from various surveys, aiming to enhance outcomes and responsiveness.
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Eaton Electrical ANZ names John Atherton as new Managing Director
Mon, 22nd Jan 2024
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schneider electric
John Atherton to steer Eaton Electrical ANZ as Managing Director, eyeing strategic expansion after impressive track record in the power sector.
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Three ways 5G will impact power management in 2019
Mon, 21st Jan 2019
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uc
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datacentre infrastructure
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5g & beyond
Power failures or any network interruptions are not an option. Rolling out 5G is complex and presents a unique challenge for telco providers.
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What to think about when planning IT infrastructure in schools
Tue, 18th Dec 2018
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edutech
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network infrastructure
An expert with a history of builiding successful IT infrastructure for the unique education sector shares their advice for getting it right.
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Keeping islands connected during weather disasters
Wed, 29th Aug 2018
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cloud services
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eaton
Eaton leader John Atherton outlines how IT providers can ensure that isolated Pacific communities can stay connected during severe weather events.
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3 key power quality predictions set to kick off in 2018
Wed, 10th Jan 2018
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healthtech
Australia's power grid faces instability in 2018 as coal is phased out; three key trends in renewables, IoT, and data centres anticipated to stabilise it.
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The missing link in your disaster recovery strategy
Thu, 7th Sep 2017
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cloud services
Is New Zealand prepared for power outages? Recent events highlight the importance of a steady power supply for businesses.