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Trend Micro study reveals cybersecurity gaps in Australia
Firewalls

Trend Micro study reveals cybersecurity gaps in Australia

A Trend Micro study highlights alarming cybersecurity gaps in Australia, with only 37% of organisations having adequate staffing for 24/7 coverage.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024

Global Stories

Leadership stories

GlobalLogic appoints Vivek Daga as UK VP Managing Director
IBM

GlobalLogic appoints Vivek Daga as UK VP Managing Director

GlobalLogic has appointed Vivek Daga as Group Vice President Managing Director for the UK, Ireland, and Emerging Markets, to drive strategic growth.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024
ABB's Stuart Thompson wins Future of Field Service award
Unified Communications

ABB's Stuart Thompson wins Future of Field Service award

Stuart Thompson of ABB Electrification Service has won a Future of Field Service 2024 Stand Out 50 Award for transforming the business into a USD $1.1 billion success.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024
Zellis publishes its inaugural impact report on ESG goals
Clean technologies

Zellis publishes its inaugural impact report on ESG goals

Zellis Group has unveiled its inaugural Impact Report, outlining its ambitious ESG goals aimed at enhancing sustainability and community wellbeing.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024
Workhuman unveils AI analytics to boost HR decision-making
Data Analytics

Workhuman unveils AI analytics to boost HR decision-making

Workhuman has upgraded its Workhuman iQ platform with AI analytics to help HR leaders enhance employee insights and foster business transformation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
ESG focus rising among Australia & NZ procurement leaders
EduTech

ESG focus rising among Australia & NZ procurement leaders

A new report reveals that procurement leaders in Australia and New Zealand increasingly recognise Environmental, Social, and Governance factors for strategic growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
MaxMine appoints Shaun Mitchell as new COO
Software-as-a-Service

MaxMine appoints Shaun Mitchell as new COO

MaxMine has appointed Shaun Mitchell as Chief Operations Officer, bringing over 20 years of experience in global technology and strategic innovation.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
IFS Ultimo named leader in Verdantix 2024 EAM Software report
Data Analytics

IFS Ultimo named leader in Verdantix 2024 EAM Software report

IFS Ultimo has been named a 'Leader' in the 2024 Verdantix Green Quadrant for Enterprise Asset Management software, marking its second consecutive accolade.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
Aussie firms lead AI shift with strong digital literacy push
Artificial Intelligence

Aussie firms lead AI shift with strong digital literacy push

Australian companies outpace US, UK, and Europe in AI readiness, with 90% prioritising AI literacy and GTM leaders gearing up for a 20% tech investment increase by 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Leadership stories

Singapore workers face trust issues but lead in AI training
Human Capital Management

Singapore workers face trust issues but lead in AI training

Qualtrics' 2025 report reveals workplace chaos and low employee trust in leadership in Singapore, amid growing adaptation to AI technologies.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
New Zealand workplaces face challenges in employee trust
Human Capital Management

New Zealand workplaces face challenges in employee trust

Qualtrics' latest Employee Experience Trends report reveals that New Zealand workers are struggling with chaotic work environments and low leadership trust.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Sat Sanghera honoured in LDC top 50 business leaders list
Partner Programmes

Sat Sanghera honoured in LDC top 50 business leaders list

Sat Sanghera, CEO of IPI, has been named one of The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders for 2024 and received The People Award.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Mark Humphries appointed Chair to boost Bluprintx growth
Digital Transformation

Mark Humphries appointed Chair to boost Bluprintx growth

Bluprintx has appointed Mark Humphries as Chair, aiming to boost its global growth following the recent acquisition of ITG Commerce.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024
Mike Baker appointed Group Managing Director of Industrial Thought
Partner Programmes

Mike Baker appointed Group Managing Director of Industrial Thought

Industrial Thought has appointed Mike Baker as Group Managing Director, aiming to enhance its services in securities taxation and corporate event data.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Ben Wong appointed Adyen's General Manager for key regions
DevOps

Ben Wong appointed Adyen's General Manager for key regions

Adyen has appointed Ben Wong as General Manager for Southeast Asia and Hong Kong, aiming to enhance growth and partnerships across key markets.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Oct 2024
ControlUp names Mark Schwartz as new Chief Operating Officer
Human Capital Management

ControlUp names Mark Schwartz as new Chief Operating Officer

ControlUp appoints Mark Schwartz as COO to steer global expansion and growth in the DEX sector, leveraging his extensive tech leadership experience.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024
Schneider Electric appoints Oliver Hill to lead NZ team
Digital Transformation

Schneider Electric appoints Oliver Hill to lead NZ team

Oliver Hill becomes the New Zealand Country President for Schneider Electric and PDL, aiming to drive sustainable growth and innovation from 29 October 2024.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024