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Gartner predicts key trends in M&A landscape through 2024
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Gartner outlines key trends in the M&A landscape, driving focus on tech opportunities, AI adoption and regulatory complexities.
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Dramatic growth projected for digital twin market, says IoT Analytics
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Projection sees digital twin market growing at CAGR of 30% between 2023 and 2027, states IoT Analytics report.
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AI focus to drive global M&A activity upswing in 2024, says Gartner
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Gartner predicts that a renewed emphasis on technology, particularly AI, will boost the global M&A market in 2024 after a downturn in activity.
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Using data insights more effectively to manage cashflow and guide better decision-making
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Organisations that implement spend management technology sooner rather than later will find themselves in a stronger position to weather an economic storm.
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CEO priorities shift towards AI and sustainability in Q3 2023 according to report
Thu, 28th Sep 2023
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Q3 2023 sees CEOs focusing on AI innovations, particularly Generative AI, and sustainability, says IoT Analytics.
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CMC Markets NZ, KiwiHarvest team up to help struggling Kiwis
Fri, 21st Apr 2023
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CMC Markets has entered a three-year partnership with KiwiHarvest to support its mission of addressing Aotearoa’s pressing hunger and food waste crises.
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Amid Economic Uncertainty, Organisations are Turning to AI and ML
Thu, 13th Apr 2023
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Ongoing economic uncertainty has driven Australian organisations to explore new ways to improve their operations and maintain their competitive edge.
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CFOs prepare to automate their way through a challenging future
Wed, 15th Mar 2023
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After a year of unexpected challenges for CFOs, they are looking increasingly to automation and technology to manage what comes their way.
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Why Telcos must act now to survive the next recession
Wed, 8th Mar 2023
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A recession, without a doubt, will cause disruption and with disruption comes challenges, including labour shortages, budget cuts and much more.
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How can retailers become more recession resilient?
Tue, 7th Mar 2023
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retail
With another recession looming, retailers must prioritize customer experience and mitigate developer burnout to survive and thrive.
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Gig workers denied equal opportunity to financial services
Thu, 2nd Mar 2023
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Gig workers face financial exclusion despite their contributions to the UK economy, new report finds. #GigEconomy #FinancialInclusion.
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ANZ 2023 Predictions: What Lies Ahead for Data Management
Thu, 2nd Mar 2023
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Data is at the heart of digital business, and managing data and related infrastructure with proper strategy and planning will be key to business success.
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How Python turns data into business value across organisations
Wed, 1st Mar 2023
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The value of data is rising as businesses navigate supply chain disruptions and an impending recession. Python can help unlock the power of data.
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2023 is the time for more tech innovation, not less
Fri, 24th Feb 2023
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Tech firms face challenges in 2023 due to the economic downturn and uncertainty. Innovation is key to surviving the recession.
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Tackling the Top 4 Hurdles in Operational Leadership Today
Thu, 23rd Feb 2023
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digital transformation
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autonomy
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leadership
Finding IT talent is becoming increasingly difficult, particularly for those most in demand, including software developers and analysts.
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Will businesses be paying more for their IT services in 2023? Yes, here's why
Thu, 2nd Feb 2023
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it services
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tech sector
Inflation, a recession, and a shortage of skilled workers are causing price increases in the IT sector, putting pressure on businesses.
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NZ tech firms cautious on hiring in face of mass layoffs overseas
Thu, 2nd Feb 2023
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Tech companies in New Zealand taking cautious hiring approach amid economic uncertainty, in contrast to overseas job cuts.
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Difficulties ahead for Aussie mid-sized businesses
Thu, 22nd Dec 2022
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Mid-sized operators are emerging from 2022 with strong results, benefiting from flexibility, according to MYOB research.
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Xero reveals slowdown in Australian small businesses
Thu, 22nd Dec 2022
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The Xero Small Business Index fell three points in November to 116 points, driven by a slowdown across three sub-metrics.
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Xero reveals slowdown in Australian small businesses
Wed, 21st Dec 2022
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The Xero Small Business Index fell three points in November to 116 points, driven by a slowdown across three sub-metrics.
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How smart businesses attract top remote talent in a post-COVID world
Fri, 16th Dec 2022
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remote working
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skills shortage
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talent retention
As Australia faces recession, a shortage of skilled workers and a lengthy recovery, employers must see this as an opportunity, not just a necessity.
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HubSpot reveals marketing budget decline in Singapore
Wed, 30th Nov 2022
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crm
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martech
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strategy
Eight in ten marketers identify macroeconomic uncertainties that have reduced their organisation's, team's, and client's budgets.
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COVID-19 relief innovation takes 2022 SAS Hackathon crown
Thu, 29th Sep 2022
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bi
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data analytics
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ml
In COVID-19’s wake, more than 287,000 MSMEs joined JakPreneur, a collaborative government platform that links entrepreneurs and stakeholders.
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Use the downturn to set your business up well for the upswing
Mon, 12th Sep 2022
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leadership
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How can businesses navigate an economic downturn? Invest in compliance, marketing, R&D, and customer service, say experts.