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One New Zealand secures Best in Test mobile network title again
Fri, 24th May 2024
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One New Zealand has clinched the Best in Test mobile network award for 2024, marking its third consecutive win, highlighting top performance in voice, data, and reliability categories.
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Globality wins World Procurement Award for best technology
Fri, 24th May 2024
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Globality secures the World Procurement Award for Best Procurement Technology Provider, lauded for its AI platform that delivers 20% cost savings and boosts efficiency by 70%.
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Generative AI could boost Asia-Pacific economy by $4.5 trillion
Fri, 24th May 2024
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New Accenture research suggests responsible AI adoption could boost APAC's economy by $4.5 trillion in 15 years, elevating GDP growth by 0.7 percentage points annually.
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Generative AI could boost Australia's economy by USD $269 billion
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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New research by Accenture shows generative AI could boost Australia's economy by USD $269 billion by 2038, adding 0.75% to annual GDP growth.
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Accenture to acquire Partners in Performance to boost capability
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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Accenture acquires Partners in Performance to boost capabilities in asset-intensive sectors, focusing on AI-driven productivity, cost improvements, and sustainability.
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Accenture acquires Partners in Performance for strategic growth
Wed, 22nd May 2024
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Accenture acquires strategy consulting firm Partners in Performance to enhance offerings in asset-intensive industries with advanced data and AI capabilities.
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Executives plan to boost generative AI investments, Accenture survey shows
Thu, 9th May 2024
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Nearly 90% of executives managing supply chains and production seek to ramp up investment in generative AI, but there's a recognised need for advanced training and comprehension of the technology, Accenture's 'Pulse of Change' survey reveals.
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Navigating the future of the consulting industry
Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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Future consultancy growth hinges on enhancing client experiences, integrating new tech, and supporting the move towards zero carbon emissions, argues industry expert.
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Databricks sees 70% growth in EMEA amidst enterprise demand for AI
Fri, 19th Apr 2024
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Data and AI firm Databricks experiences a 70% YoY increase in its EMEA operations, driven by surging demand for data and AI capabilities.
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SAS to launch new AI tools & advisory service for better governance
Fri, 19th Apr 2024
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SAS aims to boost AI confidence and transparency with the unveiling of model cards and an AI Governance Advisory service, designed to mitigate AI risk and utilisation issues.
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AlphaSense doubles ARR to $200m & appoints new CMO
Sat, 13th Apr 2024
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AI search platform AlphaSense doubles its annual recurring revenue to $200m within two years, appoints experienced IPO strategist Heather Zynczak as Chief Marketing Officer.
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2024: The top 10 professional services firms (revenue + margins)
Wed, 27th Mar 2024
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The top 10 global professional service firms of 2024 make significant contributions to the $6.02 trillion industry, driving revenue and operating margins.
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Introducing Mark Orttung: Projectworks' new CEO
Fri, 15th Mar 2024
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Mark Orttung steps in as the new CEO of Projectworks, succeeding Matt Hayter who has moved to the role of President and Chief Product Officer.
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Fluent Commerce unveils revamped global channel partner program
Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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Fluent Commerce, the Australian OMS provider, revitalises its global channel partner programme, aiming to stimulate the OMS wave and strengthen its diverse partnerships.
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Accenture recognises Ivalua as leading solution in direct materials
Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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Accenture has identified Ivalua as a leading provider in the direct materials sector, highlighting the promise of its spend management solution to bolster supply chain resilience.
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Google launches Cybersecurity Certificate in Australia amid talent gap
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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Amid a significant talent gap, Google has launched its Cybersecurity Certificate in Australia to equip around 40,000 individuals with vital cybersecurity skills, in response to a 23% increase in cybercrime incidents.
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WeAct initiative empowers over 13,000 Indian women micro-entrepreneurs
Tue, 5th Mar 2024
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WeAct initiative, a partnership by EDII and Accenture, has aided close to 13,500 women micro-entrepreneurs across India, empowering sectors such as food, agriculture and handicrafts to achieve sustainable growth.
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Accenture report reveals legacy tech debt hindrance for CSPs' growth
Thu, 29th Feb 2024
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Accenture report reveals over 75% of Communication Service Providers grapple with legacy tech debt, impeding growth and business agility, despite strive for IT transformation.
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Developer efficiency boosted by GitHub Copilot Enterprise availability
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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GitHub unveils its AI tool, Copilot Enterprise, boosting developer efficiency by offering customised guidance throughout the software development process.
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Cloud migration services market set to hit $55.55bn by 2032
Wed, 14th Feb 2024
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The market forecast predicts the cloud migration services industry to soar from USD $12.03 billion in 2022 to USD $55.55 billion by 2032, a CAGR of 16.80%.