Australian Bureau of Statistics stories
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Scams Awareness Week emphasises need for collective vigilance
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virtualisation
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data protection
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dr
As Scams Awareness Week kicks off, experts urge a collective effort from individuals and businesses to combat rising cyber threats and data breaches.
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Employment Hero unveils SmartMatch for real-time payroll data
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salaries
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australian bureau of statistics
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job seekers
Employment Hero launches SmartMatch, a tool offering real-time insights into salaries and job trends. Powered by live payroll data, it promises unmatched transparency for employers and job seekers alike.
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How Australian organisations should embrace automation to lift competitiveness
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Australian organisations must prioritise automation to enhance global competitiveness, yet many remain laggards. Embracing hyperautomation can drive efficiency, innovation, and long-term gains.
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Aussie households reduce non-essential spending amid inflation
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australian bureau of statistics
Amid soaring living costs, Australian households cut non-essential spending by 1.9%, reports the ABS. Retail sector jitters follow.
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ACA highlights data utilisation & announces FF24 event in Sydney
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cleantech
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sustainability
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productivity
The Australian Constructors Association's new paper highlights productivity stagnation in construction, advocating for better data utilisation, ahead of the FF24 forum.
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Clicks, customers, and ROI: Harnessing the power of multichannel marketing
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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cx
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martech
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cdp
In the face of economic uncertainty and global competition, retailers are turning to multichannel marketing to engage customers, boost sales, and enhance ROI.
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Leveraging loyalty: How are retailers approaching retention in 2024?
Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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martech
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cx
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digital entertainment
Retailers are wrestling with economic pressures and global competition; leveraging loyalty programs has emerged as a crucial strategy to retain customers and boost sales in 2024.
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Amaysim appoints Vir Inder Nath as VP amid big expansion plans
Fri, 14th Jun 2024
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optus
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australian bureau of statistics
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connectivity
Amaysim names Vir Inder Nath as Vice President amid plans to expand into fixed home internet, aiming to revolutionise broadband with affordable nbn services.
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New program boosts digital inclusion for disabled Aussies
Mon, 20th May 2024
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digital divide
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australian bureau of statistics
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support
A new initiative by The Benevolent Society and WorkVentures aims to enhance digital literacy for people with disabilities, providing free laptops and internet access.
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Untapped potential in payroll improves business resilience
Fri, 15th Mar 2024
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iam
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risk & compliance
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business confidence
Research reveals untapped potential in payroll systems to provide strategic insights for business confidence amid tough economic conditions in Australia.
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Rise in poly-employment among shift workers hits 25-year high
Tue, 13th Feb 2024
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deputy
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australian bureau of statistics
Australian shift workers are increasingly taking on multiple jobs, a trend called 'poly-employment', which has reached a 25-year high.
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Rise in cybercrime attacks against Industrial IoT sparks alarm
Thu, 25th Jan 2024
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firewalls
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encryption
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network security
Cybercrime threats have doubled against industrial companies that have integrated the Industrial Internet of Things.
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New Zealand's Rebel Fleet bolsters Aussie film industry with Equinix partnership
Thu, 9th Nov 2023
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hyperscale
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dc
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physical security
Australia's film and TV productions will benefit from advanced technical services as The Rebel Fleet deploys in Equinix, a digital infrastructure company.
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Manufacturers and disties facing mounting challenges - SYSPRO
Mon, 21st Nov 2022
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it in manufacturing
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supply chain systems
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erp
According to Stummer, factors such as supply and demand have a major influence on the availability and access to inventory.
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Hacker scare shuts down Australia's census site
Mon, 15th Aug 2016
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ddos
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ai security
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Australian census website reportedly targeted by foreign hackers, although government denies attack and data loss.
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One in five Aussie businesses paying for cloud
Fri, 17th Jul 2015
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cloud services
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australian bureau of statistics
The Australian Bureau of Statistics reveals 19% of businesses pay for cloud services, while a lack of knowledge was the main factor limiting uptake.
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Strategic focus and plenty of good news for IT in Budget
Wed, 13th May 2015
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digital transformation
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ovum
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australian federal budget
Budget applauded as 'a welcome focus on strategic investment' with no shortage of good news of IT - but hold on to your tech staff.
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NZ dollar drops below 77 US cents in line with weaker Aussie
Tue, 4th Nov 2014
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new zealand dollar
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australian dollar
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australian bureau of statistics
The New Zealand dollar dropped below a key support level of 77 US cents to touch its lowest in more than a year as it was weighed down by a weaker.