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Recognition for cybersecurity, diversity and service providers highlighted the breadth of Australia and New Zealand's IT channel in Sydney.
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The recognition could boost Dayforce's appeal as employers seek software to control labour costs, staffing and compliance across dispersed workforces.
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HCLTech launches Pulse for mid-market AI transformation
It targets companies that have outgrown pilots, offering one accountable partner to scale AI safely across operations and modernise systems.
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Avalara names Claire Goad to lead e-invoicing push
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Nutanix wins Gartner nods across three key reports
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