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19 Aug 2025 · ai
Using AI in Hong Kong: ChatGPT, Gemini and the Alternatives
Which AI tools work in Hong Kong in 2026 — Gemini is now available, ChatGPT and Claude still aren't direct, Copilot is the compliant route — plus the governance rules and what businesses should do.
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26 May 2026 · it-support
How to Switch IT Support Providers in Hong Kong
A practical 30-day playbook for switching IT support providers in Hong Kong without losing productivity: timeline, handover checklist and red flags.
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5 Aug 2025 · it-support
Choosing IT Support in Hong Kong: What You Need to Know
Looking for IT support in Hong Kong? This guide helps you avoid common pitfalls and shows how certified providers like PTS offer fast, reliable solutions.
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26 Aug 2025 · china-it
Microsoft 365 in China: A 2025 Decision Guide
Planning Microsoft 365 in China? Global vs 21Vianet tenants, data residency, Teams interop, compliance and network design — a 2025 guide for IT leaders.
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30 May 2026 · cybersecurity
SFC Cybersecurity Requirements for Hong Kong Fund Managers
What the SFC expects of HK fund managers on cybersecurity and IT — the Code of Conduct, FMCC, Manager-In-Charge regime, cloud-data and AI rules — and where the real risk sits.
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30 May 2026 · it-projects
IT Due Diligence in M&A: A Practical Guide for Acquirers
What IT due diligence on an acquisition really covers — infrastructure, security, licensing, key-person and integration risk — and how a red-flag report protects your valuation.
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14 May 2026 · cybersecurity
Hong Kong Privacy Laws PDPO
Understand Hong Kong's Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO): the six data protection principles and what businesses must do to stay compliant.
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14 May 2026 · ai
Microsoft AI: Leading the Future of AI in Schools
How Microsoft AI is transforming education in Hong Kong — from K-12 classrooms to teacher tools, and what schools need to adopt AI safely and effectively.
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14 May 2026 · cybersecurity
Microsoft Purview
Microsoft created Microsoft Purview for Data Governance, Compliance and DLP. Purview gives you a bird's-eye view of your entire data landscape
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14 May 2026 · cybersecurity
Protecting Your Smart Building
Smart buildings bring IoT, BMS and OT cyber risk. Five security pitfalls — from unpatched systems to flat networks — and how to avoid them.
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1 May 2026 · china-it
Navigating China's PIPL Law
The Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL) is a groundbreaking piece of legislation introduced by China in November 2021
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1 May 2026 · wifi
Business Wi-Fi Problems: Causes and Fixes
Struggling with slow or unstable office WiFi? Learn the common causes of business WiFi issues and how to diagnose and fix performance problems effectively.
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28 Apr 2026 · it-support
Windows 10 End of Support
The end of support for Windows 10 is approaching fast, with Microsoft officially ending updates and security patches in October 2025
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11 Mar 2026 · av
Meeting Room AV in Hong Kong: A Design Guide
A practical guide to designing and installing meeting room AV for Hong Kong offices: displays, cameras, audio, video conferencing platforms and costs.
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7 Mar 2026 · it-procurement
IT Procurement in Hong Kong: A Buyer's Guide
Buying IT equipment in Hong Kong? Avoid grey-market risks, get the right specs and build a procurement process that saves money. Guide from PTS.
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7 Mar 2026 · it-projects
IT Project Management in Hong Kong
IT projects in Hong Kong over budget? How professional project management prevents scope creep, vendor clashes and delays on office IT projects.
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7 Mar 2026 · it-support
IT Support in Singapore: A Business Guide
Evaluating IT support in Singapore? Compare in-house vs outsourced, costs from S$150/user/month, and what to look for in a managed service provider.
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7 Mar 2026 · it-projects
Structured Cabling for Hong Kong Offices
Planning structured cabling for your Hong Kong office? Cat6 vs Cat6A, costs from HK$15,000, contractor selection, site surveys and common mistakes.
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18 Feb 2026 · it-support
Planning an IT Budget for Your Hong Kong Office
A practical IT budgeting guide for Hong Kong SMEs: hardware refresh cycles, Microsoft 365 costs, cybersecurity and outsourced IT support for 2026.
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18 Feb 2026 · it-support
Outsourced IT Support vs In-House IT in Hong Kong
Outsourced IT support vs in-house IT for Hong Kong businesses: costs, response times, scalability and which model best suits SMEs and regional offices.
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16 Feb 2026 · cloud
Azure Cloud Migration for Hong Kong Business
Planning an Azure migration for your Hong Kong business? Cloud readiness, migration strategy, cost control and how to move to Azure successfully.
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16 Feb 2026 · cybersecurity
Phishing Protection for Hong Kong Businesses
Phishing attacks are rising in Hong Kong. Practical steps to protect your business: email filtering, MFA, staff training and incident response.
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17 Jan 2026 · cloud
SharePoint vs OneDrive
SharePoint vs OneDrive in Microsoft 365: how they differ, when to use each, and how to combine personal storage and team collaboration without data sprawl.
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12 Nov 2025 · cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Policies for Businesses
The essential cybersecurity policies every business needs to protect data, cut risk and build an ISO 27001-aligned security framework. A guide from PTS.
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25 Jul 2025 · cloud
Microsoft Teams Migration Checklist
Planning a Microsoft Teams migration? A step-by-step checklist covering permissions, data cleanup and post-migration optimisation for M365 tenant moves.
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4 Jul 2025 · china-it
Top 10 Things to Know About VPNs in China
The top 10 things to know about VPNs in China, including options that actually work and alternatives like SD-WAN under strict local regulations.
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3 Jul 2025 · it-projects
Planning an Office Move?
Planning an office move? A complete IT relocation checklist covering cabling, Wi-Fi, AV, security and planning to avoid downtime. Expert tips from PTS.
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Should Your Business Upgrade to Wi-Fi 7?
Is your business ready for Wi-Fi 7? The benefits, challenges and upgrade considerations for the latest wireless standard, and how PTS helps you deploy.
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4 Feb 2025 · cybersecurity
AI Scams in Hong Kong: How to Stay Protected
AI-powered scams are surging in Hong Kong — deepfakes, voice cloning and smarter phishing. Learn how these frauds work and how to protect your business.
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13 May 2024 · china-it
Cybersecurity Challenges in China
A guide to the cybersecurity challenges Western companies face in China — the Cybersecurity Law, PIPL, data localisation, the Great Firewall and protecting IP.
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12 Feb 2024 · china-it
IT Integration in China, Challenges for Manufacturing
Western companies acquiring manufacturing operations in China face major hurdles integrating them into global IT systems. Here is how to plan it.
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29 Aug 2023 · china-it
Top 10 Technology Challenges in China
Top 10 technology challenges foreign businesses face in China: data localisation, cybersecurity compliance, the Great Firewall and mobile payments.
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