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Productivity stories

Australian firms weigh offshore savings against local expertise
Customer Experience

Australian firms weigh offshore savings against local expertise

Australian firms face a tough choice: cut costs by offshoring or keep local expertise to maintain customer trust and support domestic jobs.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025
Australian companies see AI benefits but face data & skills gap
Customer Experience

Australian companies see AI benefits but face data & skills gap

Australian firms report 84% ROI growth from AI, yet face challenges in data quality, governance, and skills amid slower adoption than global peers.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2025

Global Stories

Productivity stories

Exclusive: SAP's Ashley McGibbon on AI, data and the future of partner innovation
Data Analytics

Exclusive: SAP's Ashley McGibbon on AI, data and the future of partner innovation

AI is rapidly transforming cloud adoption and data strategies across Australia and New Zealand, driving faster business innovation and continuous enterprise adoption.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Aug 2025
Siemens named PLM leader for discrete manufacturing by Forrester
Manufacturing

Siemens named PLM leader for discrete manufacturing by Forrester

Siemens is named a leader in Product Lifecycle Management for discrete manufacturing by Forrester, with Teamcenter software praised as a customer favourite.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Aug 2025
SAP urges unified AI & data approach for ANZ business growth
Digital Transformation

SAP urges unified AI & data approach for ANZ business growth

SAP urges ANZ businesses to unify AI, data and enterprise applications, warning fragmented systems hinder productivity and growth in a new digital era.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2025
Master of the trade tools: The case for becoming a power user
Document Management

Master of the trade tools: The case for becoming a power user

Mastering work tools-from laptops to AI software-transforms productivity and satisfaction, giving insurance brokers a crucial edge in a digital-first world.

By David Leach • 7 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2025
Litera enhances AI platform with new features & deeper CRM links
Document Management

Litera enhances AI platform with new features & deeper CRM links

Litera upgrades its AI platform Litera One with new features and deeper CRM links, enhancing legal workflow and boosting productivity for over 2,500 law firms.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
Age as an asset: Inclusive hiring solutions for Australia's over-50 workforce
Digital Transformation

Age as an asset: Inclusive hiring solutions for Australia's over-50 workforce

Nearly 25% of Australia's 2025 workforce is over 50, yet 42% face age discrimination, despite their vital skills in sectors like healthcare and construction.

By Mark Samlal • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
Are you really managing 87% of your client files through your email inbox
Customer Relationship Management

Are you really managing 87% of your client files through your email inbox

87% of insurance broker client files are managed via email, yet most struggle with organisation, risking compliance and missed renewals.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 30th Jul 2025
Unlocking broker potential: How cloud-based document management is a game-changer
Unified Communications

Unlocking broker potential: How cloud-based document management is a game-changer

Cloud-based document management transforms insurance brokers' workflow, cutting admin by half and boosting productivity while ensuring compliance.

By Kathryn McClunie • 4 min read • Wed, 30th Jul 2025
How private LLMs are delivering real business benefits
Unified Communications

How private LLMs are delivering real business benefits

Private Large Language Models offer businesses secure AI tools that boost productivity and safeguard data, transforming workflows without costly system changes.

By Jacko Smit • 4 min read • Wed, 30th Jul 2025
AI drives surge in vCISO services as MSPs expand rapidly
Digital Transformation

AI drives surge in vCISO services as MSPs expand rapidly

AI fuels a surge in virtual Chief Information Security Officer services, with MSP offerings rising from 21% to 67%, boosting efficiency and growth in cybersecurity.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Productivity stories

If New Zealand wants productivity gains, it must close its AI divide
Digital Transformation

If New Zealand wants productivity gains, it must close its AI divide

New Zealand must close its AI divide by boosting digital maturity and investing in skills to reverse its productivity decline and compete globally.

By Justin Mowday • 5 min read • Tue, 12th Aug 2025
Toronto AI platform cuts time for electrical design in MI
Artificial Intelligence

Toronto AI platform cuts time for electrical design in MI

Augmenta's AI platform cut design time by 25% and material waste by 15% in the electrical layout for Mt. Hope Elementary School in Michigan.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2025
THG Studios invests in virtual production to boost creativity
Generative AI

THG Studios invests in virtual production to boost creativity

THG Studios has launched a Virtual Production suite in Manchester, investing seven figures to boost creative flexibility and cut costs for brands.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2025
Gen Z professionals in Southeast Asia demand more flexibility
Hybrid & Remote Work

Gen Z professionals in Southeast Asia demand more flexibility

Gen Z professionals in Southeast Asia demand greater workplace flexibility, prioritising well-being and challenging traditional hustle culture norms to improve work-life balance.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 28th Jul 2025
Four-day week replaces Summer Fridays for UK's younger workforce
Hybrid & Remote Work

Four-day week replaces Summer Fridays for UK's younger workforce

Nearly half of UK firms now offer a four-day work week, replacing 'Summer Fridays' as younger workers lead demand for permanent flexibility.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2025