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Australian firms not ready for AI despite high adoption rate
Digital Transformation

Australian firms not ready for AI despite high adoption rate

A study by INFORM Australia and YouGov reveals a critical AI readiness gap: 78% of Aussie firms use AI, but only 32% feel fully prepared.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024

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Productivity stories

AI-driven sourcing cuts costs by 20% for Global 2000 firms
Artificial Intelligence

AI-driven sourcing cuts costs by 20% for Global 2000 firms

AI-driven procurement by Globality and HFS Research shows Global 2000 firms boosting productivity by 70% and cutting costs by 20%, enhancing efficiency.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jul 2024
Study: AI adoption surges in high-growth supply chain sectors
Supply Chain

Study: AI adoption surges in high-growth supply chain sectors

Nearly half of companies in manufacturing, logistics, and retail view escalating costs as their main supply chain challenge, a study by Epicor and Nucleus Research reveals.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
Labour stresses tech adoption in housing to tackle worker gap
Unified Communications

Labour stresses tech adoption in housing to tackle worker gap

A new report underscores the urgent need for tech adoption in UK construction to tackle worker shortages and meet ambitious project targets.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Evolving a data centre into an Artificial Intelligence factory
Storage

Evolving a data centre into an Artificial Intelligence factory

The advent of AI factories is revolutionising business operations by merging GenAI capabilities with modernised data centres, enhancing productivity and sustainability.

By George Dragatsis • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Jul 2024
Rapid7 to acquire Noetic Cyber to boost security operations
Risk & Compliance

Rapid7 to acquire Noetic Cyber to boost security operations

Rapid7 to acquire Noetic Cyber, aiming to bolster its security ops platform with enhanced visibility and threat management. Expected closure: Q3 fiscal 2024.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2024
Exclusive: How WorkJam's revolutionising frontline communication
Artificial Intelligence

Exclusive: How WorkJam's revolutionising frontline communication

The Managing Director of WorkJam, Andrew Myers, has discussed how the company is enhancing employee engagement and entering new markets.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2024
Report reveals digital transformation trends in procurement
Risk & Compliance

Report reveals digital transformation trends in procurement

A new State of Source-to-Pay Digitization report reveals procurement leaders prioritising data and AI for future innovations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
One in five healthcare professionals use generative AI tools
EduTech

One in five healthcare professionals use generative AI tools

Nearly 20% of healthcare professionals regularly use generative AI like Chat GPT, yet over half lack formal guidance from employers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Myths and misconceptions about cloud ERP debunked
Customer Relationship Management

Myths and misconceptions about cloud ERP debunked

Unmask the myths of cloud ERP: not just a costly, unreliable, or complex system, but a scalable, secure solution boosting efficiency and growth for all businesses.

By Annexa • 6 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024
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
Broadcom updates VMware Cloud Foundation with new key features
DevOps

Broadcom updates VMware Cloud Foundation with new key features

Broadcom boosts its VMware Cloud Foundation with key updates, enhancing modernisation, developer productivity, and security while minimising costs.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Logic unveils Logic Pods to transform enterprise meeting spaces
Unified Communications

Logic unveils Logic Pods to transform enterprise meeting spaces

Logic has unveiled Logic Pods, a new line of AV frames designed to revolutionise enterprise meeting spaces, enhancing collaboration and productivity.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024

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Revealed: Presbyterian Support Central partners with Spark
Health Technologies

Revealed: Presbyterian Support Central partners with Spark

Presbyterian Support Central has partnered with Spark to revamp its tech, aiming to improve productivity for over 1,000 employees amid budget constraints.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024
UK finance leaders prioritise tech, AI to drive productivity
Digital Transformation

UK finance leaders prioritise tech, AI to drive productivity

The 2024 Yooz survey reveals that finance leaders globally are prioritising technology use, cash flow optimisation, and reducing overheads.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
AI regulation concerns hinder UK business adoption, survey says
DevOps

AI regulation concerns hinder UK business adoption, survey says

A Freshworks survey reveals 35% of UK businesses see unclear AI regulations as a major barrier to adoption despite acknowledged productivity gains.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Jun 2024
NZ businesses shift from survival to growth, says 2degrees study
Productivity

NZ businesses shift from survival to growth, says 2degrees study

A study by 2degrees reveals that New Zealand businesses are shifting from survival to growth, with more firms thriving and optimistic about future revenue.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024