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Sydney startup Pyng aims to eliminate surcharge fees
Payment Technologies

Sydney startup Pyng aims to eliminate surcharge fees

A Sydney startup, Pyng, offers Australians a solution to save billions in annual tap-and-go surcharge fees by facilitating surcharge-free payments through its innovative app.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Orro partners with Cisco to launch Managed Observability service
Network Infrastructure

Orro partners with Cisco to launch Managed Observability service

Orro has teamed up with Cisco to unveil its Managed Observability service, enhancing visibility in networks and enabling swift issue resolution for businesses.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Sep 2024

Global Stories

Retail stories

AI tool boosts small biz sales by 30%, Mandoe Media reports
Digital Signage

AI tool boosts small biz sales by 30%, Mandoe Media reports

Mandoe Media's AI Magic Create tool has propelled small businesses, including Street Taste, to remarkable 30% sales growth, revolutionising digital signage.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Workday debuts 12 Industry Accelerators to boost HR & finance
EduTech

Workday debuts 12 Industry Accelerators to boost HR & finance

Workday unveils twelve new Industry Accelerators, partnering globally to help customers modernise HR and finance across various sectors.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Rithum names Lou Keyes as CEO to drive third-party commerce
EDS

Rithum names Lou Keyes as CEO to drive third-party commerce

Rithum names Lou Keyes as CEO to spearhead growth in third-party commerce. Keyes, with vast tech sector expertise, succeeds Bryan Dove, who led since 2021.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Sep 2024
Scream if you want to go faster; 5 ways retailers can improve order fulfillment during peak season
Customer Experience

Scream if you want to go faster; 5 ways retailers can improve order fulfillment during peak season

As Australia's retailers navigate inflation and reduced spending, improved order fulfilment during peak season is crucial for operational efficiency and customer loyalty.

By Jamie Cairns • 5 min read • Mon, 23rd Sep 2024
Harnessing emerging technologies and automation for Black Friday success
Customer Experience

Harnessing emerging technologies and automation for Black Friday success

Retailers must embrace emerging tech and automation for Black Friday triumph, cutting costs and ensuring efficiency during high-demand periods.

By Auctane • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Sep 2024
Salesforce unveils AI-powered unified Commerce Cloud platform
Customer Experience

Salesforce unveils AI-powered unified Commerce Cloud platform

Salesforce's new Commerce Cloud integrates B2C, DTC, B2B, and more on a unified AI-powered platform, featuring autonomous agents for enhanced customer experiences.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024
Hands-on Review: Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra

Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra dazzles with top-tier features and a hefty NZD $1,199 price tag, but is it worth the investment for non-fitness enthusiasts?.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024
Study shows return policies crucial for Australian retailers
Customer Experience

Study shows return policies crucial for Australian retailers

As cost-of-living pressures rise, Australian shoppers are more selective and returns-savvy, making flexible return policies key to retail success, says a new study.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024
JB Hi-Fi teams with Amperity to enhance customer data strategy
Customer Experience

JB Hi-Fi teams with Amperity to enhance customer data strategy

JB Hi-Fi partners with Amperity to enhance its first-party data strategy, aiming for better customer engagement through AI-powered insights and predictive modelling.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Retail stories

UK banks struggle to utilise data for timely product launches
Marketing Technologies

UK banks struggle to utilise data for timely product launches

UK banks struggle to innovate despite growing balance sheets, with 77% under pressure to keep up, a SaaScada study reveals.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Forterro launches Orderwise Cloud ERP for retail & eCommerce
Digital Transformation

Forterro launches Orderwise Cloud ERP for retail & eCommerce

Forterro unveils Orderwise Cloud, a customisable ERP system for retail, wholesale, warehousing, and eCommerce, promising improved security and reduced costs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Red Sea attacks may hinder Black Friday discounts this year
Supply Chain

Red Sea attacks may hinder Black Friday discounts this year

Logistics experts warn that attacks in the Red Sea are driving up shipping costs, potentially limiting Black Friday discounts to 20% to 30% this year.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Synergy approved for NZ Govt supplier marketplace Pae Hokohoko
Customer Experience

Synergy approved for NZ Govt supplier marketplace Pae Hokohoko

Synergy Enterprise Solutions joins Pae Hokohoko, enhancing New Zealand government services with advanced CX solutions through its Zendesk partnership.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Appsbroker rebrands as Qodea following successful merger
Artificial Intelligence

Appsbroker rebrands as Qodea following successful merger

Europe's Premier Google Cloud partner Appsbroker CTS rebrands as Qodea after last year's merger. Qodea focuses on security, data, and innovation for global brands.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Sep 2024
Gen Z demands more digital channels for customer service
eCommerce

Gen Z demands more digital channels for customer service

New research by CommBox reveals UK Gen Z shoppers prefer digital channels like WhatsApp for customer service, while older generations stick to phone calls.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2024