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Woolworths expands solar project with Virtual Net Metering
Clean technologies

Woolworths expands solar project with Virtual Net Metering

Woolworths has expanded its Virtual Net Metering project, optimising solar energy usage across seven stores in Townsville to enhance sustainability efforts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Australian Pharmaceutical Industries unveils myAPI platform
Digital Transformation

Australian Pharmaceutical Industries unveils myAPI platform

Australian Pharmaceutical Industries has launched myAPI, a new eCommerce platform designed to enhance digital services for over 4,000 pharmacy clients.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Cloudian announces key leadership changes in Asia Pacific
Storage

Cloudian announces key leadership changes in Asia Pacific

Cloudian has appointed Anna Christensen as Head of Channels and Alliances for Asia Pacific and Japan, with Victoria Meldrum taking her previous role.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
AI will transform work in Australia, but it won't replace Engineers
Generative AI

AI will transform work in Australia, but it won't replace Engineers

Despite fears of job losses, experts affirm that AI will enhance engineers' roles in Australia, shifting demands while creating new opportunities.

By Sabrina Farmer • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Google Threat Intelligence explains China's evolving cyber tactics
Ransomware

Google Threat Intelligence explains China's evolving cyber tactics

At Google Cloud Next, Sandra Joyce revealed China's advanced cyber tactics, highlighting a global surge in espionage and rising ransomware incidents.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
DataStax showcases ANZ Bank AI use case at Google Cloud Next
Fintech

DataStax showcases ANZ Bank AI use case at Google Cloud Next

DataStax showcased how generative AI is transforming financial services at Google Cloud Next, with ANZ Bank and Bud Financial leading the way.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Fraud against Australian businesses on the rise, report finds
Customer Experience

Fraud against Australian businesses on the rise, report finds

A recent report reveals that 61% of Australian businesses face rising fraud incidents, prompting a shift to AI-driven security solutions to combat these threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
ANZ firms prioritise AI but face talent & data issues
Customer Experience

ANZ firms prioritise AI but face talent & data issues

Australian and New Zealand organisations are surpassing global counterparts in generative AI investments, yet face rising staffing costs and data challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
AI's impact on Australian software engineering industry
Unified Communications

AI's impact on Australian software engineering industry

Sabrina Farmer, Chief Technology Officer at GitLab, asserts that AI will transform Australian workplaces without eliminating software engineers' roles.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Rackspace names new Managing Director for APJ region
Hybrid Cloud

Rackspace names new Managing Director for APJ region

Rackspace Technology has appointed Adhil Badat as Managing Director for APJ and Wade Weirman as Principal Data Lead in Australia, enhancing its data-led strategy.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Smartsheet announces new Chief Product Officer & General Counsel
Marketing Technologies

Smartsheet announces new Chief Product Officer & General Counsel

Smartsheet has appointed Pratima Arora as Chief Product Officer and Nick Dunn as General Counsel, aiming to bolster innovation and governance.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Study reveals lack of data systems for AI advancement
Digital Transformation

Study reveals lack of data systems for AI advancement

A study by SS&C Blue Prism reveals that only 44% of organisations have the necessary data systems for next-gen AI, with 94% highlighting process orchestration's importance.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
KPMG & Ellucian form alliance to boost student solutions
Software-as-a-Service

KPMG & Ellucian form alliance to boost student solutions

KPMG Australia and Ellucian have forged a partnership, marking Ellucian's first in Australia, to enhance student management solutions for universities.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Upskilling initiatives key to Australian business success
eLearning

Upskilling initiatives key to Australian business success

A recent Udemy study reveals that upskilling initiatives are crucial for Australian businesses combatting employee disengagement and driving economic adaptability.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
BLUETTI celebrates Earth Day 2025: Our clean power for our green planet
Clean technologies

BLUETTI celebrates Earth Day 2025: Our clean power for our green planet

On Earth Day 2025, BLUETTI underscores its commitment to sustainability with clean energy solutions, enhancing eco-consciousness across Australia and beyond.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025
Call for Australia to prioritise digital skills reform
Cybersecurity

Call for Australia to prioritise digital skills reform

The Australian Computer Society is calling on the federal government to focus on digital skills reform and research commercialisation to boost the economy.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025
Australian organisations have two key reasons to double down on data management
Data Protection

Australian organisations have two key reasons to double down on data management

Amidst growing data volumes, Australian organisations face dual challenges: capitalising on valuable insights while safeguarding against rising security threats.

By George Dragatsis • 5 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025
Why finance teams can't afford to ignore shifting spend trends and artificial intelligence innovation
Artificial Intelligence

Why finance teams can't afford to ignore shifting spend trends and artificial intelligence innovation

As employee spending habits shift due to hybrid work, finance teams must leverage AI to modernise spend management and mitigate growing financial risks.

By Fabian Calle • 4 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025
Peter Maloney appointed CEO of Lextech in leadership shake-up
Risk & Compliance

Peter Maloney appointed CEO of Lextech in leadership shake-up

Lextech announces leadership changes with Peter Maloney appointed CEO and Rafe Berding as Chief Growth Officer, aimed at boosting innovation and customer success.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025