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Data and analytics critical to business success in 2022, Sisense finds
Data Analytics

Data and analytics critical to business success in 2022, Sisense finds

Nearly all (92%) of product decision makers say data and analytics is critical to business success, with 8 in 10 saying they could charge more because of it.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jan 2022
Excellent CX requires first party data and robust strategies, survey finds
Customer Relationship Management

Excellent CX requires first party data and robust strategies, survey finds

Brands must prioritize customer identity data management as cookies become obsolete, according to a new Epsilon survey.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jan 2022
Globalization Partners raises $200m to extend reach into 'virtually untapped' remote HR market
Human Capital Management

Globalization Partners raises $200m to extend reach into 'virtually untapped' remote HR market

HR tech firm Globalization Partners has raised $200 million in a capital raise led by Vista Credit Partners, boosting its market value to $4.2 billion.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Jan 2022
Meta says it's building the 'fastest supercomputer in the world'
Storage

Meta says it's building the 'fastest supercomputer in the world'

Meta's AI Research SuperCluster will be used to develop advanced AI in areas such as computer vision, natural language processing and speech recognition.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jan 2022
Predicted travel surge prompts Mystifly to implement new travel commerce solution
Data Analytics

Predicted travel surge prompts Mystifly to implement new travel commerce solution

Mystifly unveils its new Flight Data API, Mystifly Universe, offering better commerce solutions for the travel industry.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Jan 2022
Check Point Research reveals how hackers run token scams and 'Rug Pull' money - and how to avoid them
EduTech

Check Point Research reveals how hackers run token scams and 'Rug Pull' money - and how to avoid them

Scammers are altering smart contracts to create fraudulent tokens and stealing money from unsuspecting individuals, warns Check Point Research.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 5 min read • Tue, 25th Jan 2022
Electronic signatures are the future of business – we just need regulation to catch up
Opinion

Electronic signatures are the future of business – we just need regulation to catch up

Australian businesses face uncertainty over the validity of electronic signatures, as relief measures are set to expire.

By Sam Chandler • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Jan 2022
Experts weigh in on how to protect yourself against banking scammers
Fintech

Experts weigh in on how to protect yourself against banking scammers

Over 470 people lose $8.5 million in SMS phishing scam; Singapore Police Force impersonators attempt another. Online security is crucial. #cybersecurity.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 25th Jan 2022
WHSmith chooses Epson heat-free technology printing solutions
Network Infrastructure

WHSmith chooses Epson heat-free technology printing solutions

WHSmith has partnered with Epson to revamp their in-house printing operations, improving efficiency and reducing costs.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Jan 2022
Australia's DESE's adopts Qlik data analytics in digital transformation
Data Analytics

Australia's DESE's adopts Qlik data analytics in digital transformation

The Department of Education, Skills and Employment in Australia is using Qlik's analytics platform to improve data insights and decision-making.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 25th Jan 2022
$729.1b opportunity for global eCommerce logistics market says analyst firm
Supply Chain

$729.1b opportunity for global eCommerce logistics market says analyst firm

eCommerce logistics market set to reach $729.1 billion by 2027 and transform post-COVID marketplace, says report.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Jan 2022
Ireland fintech firm Wayflyer eyes up Aussie eCommerce market boom
Fintech

Ireland fintech firm Wayflyer eyes up Aussie eCommerce market boom

The company points to research from GlobalData, which pegs Australia's eCommerce market to be worth US$70 billion (AU$100 billion) by 2025.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Jan 2022
Embracing the Metaverse: Accenture's critical insight in Fjord Trends 2022 report
Network Infrastructure

Embracing the Metaverse: Accenture's critical insight in Fjord Trends 2022 report

Employers must prepare for the transformative power of the Metaverse, says Accenture's Fjord Trends 2022 report.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jan 2022
Global mobile calling traffic declines for the first time in ever
Unified Communications

Global mobile calling traffic declines for the first time in ever

New report shows that international call traffic declined by 7% in 2020, continuing a downward trend since 2015.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jan 2022
Global IT company named best employer in Australia and 16 other countries
Human Capital Management

Global IT company named best employer in Australia and 16 other countries

A global internet technology company has taken the top spot as the best employer in Australia and 16 other countries.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Jan 2022
Disaster recovery: Are you prepared for the cloud to clear?
Disaster Recovery

Disaster recovery: Are you prepared for the cloud to clear?

Most of us live with our heads (and devices) in the cloud, but have we considered the potential risks? It's time to think about a cloud backup plan.

By Shan Yong • 4 min read • Mon, 24th Jan 2022
Telstra deploys industry-first Ericsson Private 5G for enterprise
Unified Communications

Telstra deploys industry-first Ericsson Private 5G for enterprise

Telstra and Ericsson announce the first-ever deployment of on-premise dedicated 5G network for enterprise. AgriFood Connect to benefit.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Jan 2022
Putting the best price forward
Opinion

Putting the best price forward

The infamous abandon cart issue has plagued the eCommerce sector since its birth. Items sit awaiting purchase, and if left long enough, never purchased at all.

By JR Keene • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Jan 2022
Vital assets: Why modernising your organisation's finance function has never been more important
Digital Transformation

Vital assets: Why modernising your organisation's finance function has never been more important

COVID-19 has highlighted the need for finance teams to adapt and invest in digital transformation, as outdated tools hinder growth and deter top talent.

By Claudia Pirko • 4 min read • Mon, 24th Jan 2022