CFOtech Australia - Technology news for CFOs & financial decision-makers
Australia

Finance Stories - Page 21

Australian Stories

Finance stories

Kudosity names Victoria Whitby as new managing director
Enterprise Content Management

Kudosity names Victoria Whitby as new managing director

Kudosity appoints seasoned tech executive Victoria Whitby as new managing director to drive growth starting July 2024, marking a key milestone for expansion.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
AI boosts efficiency for 67% of Australian workers
Human Capital Management

AI boosts efficiency for 67% of Australian workers

Australian workers are embracing AI, with 67% using it weekly and saving at least three hours, finds Freshworks 2024 Global AI Workplace report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Survey reveals burnout crisis among Australian knowledge workers
EduTech

Survey reveals burnout crisis among Australian knowledge workers

A UiPath-commissioned survey reveals 82% of Australian knowledge workers feel burnt out, with a third extremely so, citing heavy workloads and lack of AI tools as key stressors.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Jun 2024
Swoop acquires conduit & fibre assets, eyes $1.2m boost
Housing

Swoop acquires conduit & fibre assets, eyes $1.2m boost

Swoop's acquisition of fibre assets in Western Australia to connect 900 homes in Seacrest Estate promises AUD $1.2 million in revenue over three years.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024

Global Stories

Finance stories

Australian firms seek flexibility & tech for productivity boost
Human Capital Management

Australian firms seek flexibility & tech for productivity boost

Flexible work methods and global hires are key to Australian business growth, yet implementation remains limited, finds Rippling. Firms eye UK and US markets.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Jun 2024
OutSystems Developer Cloud earns SOC 2 attestation for security
Marketing Technologies

OutSystems Developer Cloud earns SOC 2 attestation for security

OutSystems secures SOC 2 attestation for its Developer Cloud, ensuring heightened security for mission-critical applications across highly regulated industries.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Jun 2024
Xtend launches AI suite to boost eCommerce conversions
Fintech

Xtend launches AI suite to boost eCommerce conversions

Xtend launches an AI-driven suite to boost lower marketing funnel conversions in sectors like eCommerce, fintech, and travel, promising significant revenue gains and reduced acquisition costs.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2024
Williams AV launches Digi-Loop 104 hearing loop amplifier
Customer Experience

Williams AV launches Digi-Loop 104 hearing loop amplifier

Williams AV has launched the Digi-Loop 104, a cost-effective, easy-to-install hearing loop amplifier, enhancing accessibility for the hearing impaired.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2024
Shippit debuts Insights tool to enhance retailer delivery operations
Supply Chain

Shippit debuts Insights tool to enhance retailer delivery operations

Delivery platform Shippit launches Shippit Insights, empowering retailers with real-time analytics to enhance delivery operations and customer loyalty amidst economic challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Finance stories

UK financial leaders shift support to Labour – report
Fintech

UK financial leaders shift support to Labour – report

Research shows 55% of UK financial leaders plan to vote Labour, foreseeing positive business impacts, contrasting with 26% expecting negative effects.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
Survey reveals CFO-accountant divide on financial transformation
Unified Communications

Survey reveals CFO-accountant divide on financial transformation

A FloQast survey reveals 60% of accountants and CFOs don't prioritise financial transformation, highlighting a gap in understanding despite its critical role.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
Microcare Systems boosts cash flow with Zumzum Financials
Endpoint Protection

Microcare Systems boosts cash flow with Zumzum Financials

Microcare Systems has slashed costs and streamlined operations by adopting Zumzum Financials via Salesforce, boosting invoicing efficiency and cash flow significantly.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
The new way international politics could affect your life: cyber attacks
Unified Communications

The new way international politics could affect your life: cyber attacks

As global tensions rise, state-sponsored cyber attacks on critical infrastructure could disrupt daily life, from power cuts to stolen personal data.

By Ian Thornton-Trump • 5 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
StarHub ranks 184th in FORTUNE Southeast Asia 500 for 2023
Cybersecurity

StarHub ranks 184th in FORTUNE Southeast Asia 500 for 2023

Singapore's StarHub has achieved 184th place in the inaugural FORTUNE Southeast Asia 500 list for 2023, marking a notable revenue-based ranking.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024
Cegid appoints Bruno Vaffier as new Chief Operating Officer
Customer Experience

Cegid appoints Bruno Vaffier as new Chief Operating Officer

Cegid names Bruno Vaffier as COO, marking a strategic move to enhance AI-driven innovation and expand operational efficiency across global markets.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
Indosat & Google Cloud expand AI collaboration in Indonesia
Unified Communications

Indosat & Google Cloud expand AI collaboration in Indonesia

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison and Google Cloud are deepening their partnership to transform Indosat into an AI-driven tech enterprise, enhancing service for over 100 million customers.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Jun 2024
Study finds common names & gender disparities in UK tech industry
Human Capital Management

Study finds common names & gender disparities in UK tech industry

A Vestd study reveals 'James' and 'Samantha' as the most common names in the UK's tech industry, sparking discussions on gender stereotypes and diversity in the workforce.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024