Managing Director stories - Page 22

Microsoft has unveiled its Copilot Studio autonomous agents in preview, promising AI-driven innovations to reshape business operations at Ignite 2024.

Decision Inc. has acquired ProQuest Consulting, enhancing its consultancy offerings and boosting its team in Australia to nearly 400 employees.

Australians are being warned to stay vigilant as online shopping scams surge during Black Friday, with losses exceeding AUD $14.9 million this year.

Employment Hero has teamed up with Medibank and AHM to provide private health insurance discounts for over one million SME employees in Australia.

DXC Technology has topped the Everest Group's inaugural report for Life & Annuity Insurance Technology Providers 2024, lauded for its innovation and expertise.

A new report reveals that while 92% of Australian businesses utilise generative AI, only 37% consider their applications production-ready, citing governance and cost challenges.

Avanade's new Trendlines report reveals mid-market firms are eager to adopt AI despite facing significant challenges in achieving sustainable success.

Orange Business has partnered with Perth's Sat.One to improve connectivity for industries in remote Australia and New Zealand using advanced satellite technology.

Interactive has teamed up with Fletcher Building to enhance its network services, promoting efficiency and cost savings across the construction giant's operations.

The latest Pulse of Talent report reveals that many Australian firms struggle to achieve desired advancements in workplace culture despite concerted efforts.

PointFive has raised USD $20 million in Series A funding to enhance cloud cost optimisation and expand multi-cloud support, led by Salesforce Ventures.

Australian businesses face a rising threat of ransomware attacks, prompting Zscaler to launch its Zero Trust Segmentation solution to enhance digital security.

HMC Capital has acquired data centre platform iseek for AUD $400 million, enhancing its strategy to launch a Global Digital Infrastructure Platform.

Catapult has reported a 20% rise in Annualised Contract Value to USD $96.8 million and significant revenue growth of 19% to USD $57.8 million for H1 FY25.

The contact centre industry is poised for transformation in 2025, with a predicted rise in demand for human interaction as consumer preferences shift.

Ahead of the holiday shopping rush, a report reveals one in three retail workers in Australia and New Zealand feel unsafe due to rising crime and understaffing.

Amperity has appointed Tony Alika Owens as its new CEO, bringing over 20 years of experience in global sales and enterprise operations.

Adobe has partnered with Adelaide University to enhance the digital experience for students, aiming for a personalised journey ahead of its 2026 opening.

Dayforce's latest report reveals Australian workers face significant culture challenges, with 75% considering company culture in job acceptance.

Adrian Appo has rejoined First Australians Capital as Managing Director, Partnerships, ready to enhance Indigenous entrepreneurship and economic impact.