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OpenAI launches partner network with USD $150 million
Digital Transformation

OpenAI launches partner network with USD $150 million

Businesses struggling to embed AI in day-to-day operations will get help from a new OpenAI partner network backed by USD $150 million.

By Mark Tarre • 6 min read • Thu, 18th Jun 2026
AI saves workers 11 hours, but botsitting eats gains
Software-as-a-Service

AI saves workers 11 hours, but botsitting eats gains

Despite productivity gains, workers are losing much of AI's time savings to checking, fixing errors and juggling multiple tools.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026
Aryza partners with Nucleo on UK & Ireland rollout
Data Protection

Aryza partners with Nucleo on UK & Ireland rollout

Financial services and other regulated firms gain local support to deploy Aryza software faster as Nucleo becomes its UK and Ireland partner.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jun 2026
Australia, New Zealand AI boom lacks data foundations
Data Protection

Australia, New Zealand AI boom lacks data foundations

Many firms are adopting AI quickly, but weak data architecture is leaving them unable to measure returns or manage governance risks.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Tue, 16th Jun 2026
ADAPTOVATE launches AI framework to close scale gap
Digital Transformation

ADAPTOVATE launches AI framework to close scale gap

Enterprises are under pressure to prove AI spending is delivering returns, as most pilots still fail to reach day-to-day use.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Jun 2026
Hype growing - but SMEs still face barriers to AI adoption
Customer Relationship Management

Hype growing - but SMEs still face barriers to AI adoption

Small firms risk falling behind unless they adopt AI for practical gains, as SMEC AI says many are still confused by the technology.

By David Shilovsky • 5 min read • Fri, 12th Jun 2026
SEI appoints AI chiefs to speed up strategy & data
Digital Transformation

SEI appoints AI chiefs to speed up strategy & data

Pressure is mounting on financial firms to turn AI pilots into measurable results as SEI adds new leadership to its data overhaul.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Jun 2026
Vistra names Raimundo Diaz to lead Americas growth
Outsourcing

Vistra names Raimundo Diaz to lead Americas growth

The corporate services group is deepening its Americas push after buying Biz Latin Hub, which extended its reach across 18 Latin American markets.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Jun 2026
Leaseweb names Jeroen Verkroost as Chief Marketing Officer
Hybrid Cloud

Leaseweb names Jeroen Verkroost as Chief Marketing Officer

The hire comes as cloud providers jostle for business from customers weighing AI workloads, sovereignty and compliance in Europe.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jun 2026

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Business Transformation stories

KPMG study links trusted AI to stronger performance
Data Protection

KPMG study links trusted AI to stronger performance

Despite rising AI adoption, most firms are failing to turn it into enterprise-wide gains because governance and workforce readiness lag badly.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026
Red Alpha names Neo Say Beng Chief Business Officer
Data Analytics

Red Alpha names Neo Say Beng Chief Business Officer

The appointment underscores Red Alpha's push to train workers who can bridge AI, operations and business needs as demand for hybrid talent grows.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026
Australian firms shift core functions to offshore GCCs
Data Analytics

Australian firms shift core functions to offshore GCCs

Skills shortages and higher costs are pushing Australian companies to use offshore centres for HR, payroll, finance and technology.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2026
Why AI projects struggle to move beyond the pilot stage
Digital Transformation

Why AI projects struggle to move beyond the pilot stage

Many businesses are finding that AI pilots stall when ownership, adoption and measurement questions emerge after the first demo.

By Will Wetton • 6 min read • Mon, 15th Jun 2026
Sapiens names new delivery & customer success chiefs
Software-as-a-Service

Sapiens names new delivery & customer success chiefs

The overhaul aims to give insurers clearer support as Sapiens pushes AI tools into existing systems across more than 600 clients worldwide.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 15th Jun 2026
Capgemini first SAP sovereign cloud partner in Europe
Digital Transformation

Capgemini first SAP sovereign cloud partner in Europe

Demand for controlled cloud services is rising as governments and regulated industries seek to keep sensitive data and operations within national boundaries.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jun 2026
iCatalyst acquires Beyond CRM in Brisbane expansion
Software-as-a-Service

iCatalyst acquires Beyond CRM in Brisbane expansion

The deal broadens iCatalyst's national Microsoft applications reach and preserves service for Beyond CRM's Brisbane clients.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jun 2026
The next competitive advantage isn't more AI, it's knowing how to put AI to work
Digital Transformation

The next competitive advantage isn't more AI, it's knowing how to put AI to work

The real payoff will come from governed workflows, as executives move beyond pilots and turn AI into a measurable business capability.

By Thomas Russell • 6 min read • Thu, 11th Jun 2026
Loyalty leaders discuss: What are global loyalty programs doing that's missing in APAC?
Customer Relationship Management

Loyalty leaders discuss: What are global loyalty programs doing that's missing in APAC?

Loyalty schemes in APAC are losing relevance as global leaders win customers with simpler, more personal offers delivered in real time.

By Aaron Crowe • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Jun 2026