Azure: Back to Basics

  As applications move closer to the edge, the rules of data management quietly change.  IoT devices, mobile apps and distributed systems don’t live in pristine data centres. They operate in the real world – with unreliable connectivity, limited resources and no DBA on standby. Yet...

Cross-platform development has never been stronger. Modern frameworks let teams ship applications across Windows, macOS, iOS and Android from a shared codebase – faster, leaner and with fewer moving parts.  But when performance is part of the product, portability alone isn’t enough.  If...

Location intelligence is no longer a feature bolted onto asset‑centric platforms. In 2026, it’s core application infrastructure. As asset tracking moves beyond logistics into regulated, distributed and high‑value environments, software teams need location intelligence that delivers real‑world context, not just coordinates. This shift is redefining how modern applications manage risk, automation and scale.

Cyber Essentials is changing – and this time, it’s not just a paperwork exercise.  From 27 April 2026, a new version of the scheme comes into force. The UK Government and IASME are introducing the “Danzell” update (v3.3), designed to tighten up how you’re assessed and, crucially, how compliance...