Australian Stories

Australian mid-market firms embrace AI for competitive edge

A report by Avanade reveals that 86% of mid-market organisations in Australia plan to increase AI budgets by up to 50% amid rising competitive pressures.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024

Data Analytics

Coles partners with Microsoft for new digital transformation

Coles Group has forged a five-year partnership with Microsoft to enhance its digital presence and customer engagement through advanced AI and cloud technologies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024

Customer Experience

Peak Insight wins 2024 Telstra Cisco Partner of the Year

Peak Insight has been awarded the 2024 Telstra Cisco Partner of the Year, marking its second consecutive win, highlighting its excellence in customer experience and networking.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2024

Fleet Management

Main Roads WA launches app to aid vehicle inspections

Main Roads Western Australia has launched a Motorola Solutions app to enhance safety and efficiency for heavy vehicle inspectors during checks.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024

Software-as-a-Service

Spirit & MyCISO unite to bolster cyber security for SMEs

Spirit Technology Solutions has partnered with MyCISO to enhance cyber security support for Australian SMEs, addressing their resource limitations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024

Global Stories

Digital Transformation

Bravura appoints Knowles & Jessurun to drive expansion

Bravura Solutions has appointed Aaron Knowles as Global Head of Product Management and Rob Jessurun as Business Development Director to aid global expansion.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024

Accessibility

GapMaps launches new tool to optimise site selection

GapMaps has launched Impact Analysis, a revolutionary tool aiding site selection by evaluating potential impacts on existing networks across various industries.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024

Digital Transformation

Impact.com appoints EJ Owens to lead APJ community efforts

Impact.com has appointed Emma-Jayne Owens as Senior Director for the APJ region, focusing on enhancing community initiatives in Southeast Asia.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2024

Storage

Hitachi iQ integrates NVIDIA HGX for enhanced AI systems

Hitachi Vantara unveils Hitachi iQ with NVIDIA HGX, an integrated AI infrastructure solution enhancing performance and scalability for diverse industries.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024

Supply Chain

UK shoppers plan record Black Friday spend, survey reveals

With inflation rising, 54% of British consumers plan to take advantage of Black Friday and Cyber Monday for their average Christmas budget of GBP £352.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024

Firewalls

Infinigate Cloud launches Barracuda email protection plan

Infinigate Cloud has launched a subscription-based service for Barracuda's Email Protection and Cloud Backup solutions, enhancing cybersecurity for channel partners.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Customer Experience

Vertical Leap highlights shifts in search marketing trends

Vertical Leap urges brands to adapt to a shifting digital landscape as Google's market share falls to 91.02%, highlighting new challenges and opportunities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 23rd Nov 2024

Fintech

Finkeda enhances banking access in rural India with AePS

Finkeda is tackling banking accessibility in rural India with Aadhaar-enabled Payment System and Micro ATM services to empower underserved communities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024

Customer Experience

Study reveals UK consumers' mixed views on AI in retail

A Zoho Survey reveals over half of consumers believe AI personalisation in retail has no impact, highlighting a crucial need for improved engagement.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024

Digital Transformation

FPT launches AI factory partnership with global tech giants

FPT has launched a partner ecosystem with major tech firms like NVIDIA and HP to advance AI factory development in Vietnam and Japan.

By Imee Dequito • 5 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024

Robotics

Port of Tauranga enhances efficiency with automated robots

New Zealand's Port of Tauranga is utilising robots to revitalise legacy IT systems and ease staff workloads, significantly enhancing operational efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024

Students

Birmingham's TSEG wins Property Tech company of the year award

Birmingham's Student Energy Group has been awarded 'Property Tech Company of the Year' at the UK Business Tech Awards 2024 for its innovative approach.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024