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Why finance teams can't afford to ignore shifting spend trends and artificial intelligence innovation
Artificial Intelligence

Why finance teams can't afford to ignore shifting spend trends and artificial intelligence innovation

As employee spending habits shift due to hybrid work, finance teams must leverage AI to modernise spend management and mitigate growing financial risks.

By Fabian Calle • 4 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025
Selling low dollar value goods into the US could soon become more complex
Risk & Compliance

Selling low dollar value goods into the US could soon become more complex

Changes to the US de minimis exemption could complicate sales for Australian exporters, with potential new taxes and paperwork looming on the horizon.

By Chris Calverley • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
Why traditional transformation approaches fail field workers
Fintech

Why traditional transformation approaches fail field workers

As global digital transformation spending is set to reach USD $3.4 trillion by 2026, field workers are often overlooked in implementation, risking failure.

By Getac • 4 min read • Tue, 8th Apr 2025
Celonis for tariff management: Navigating supply chain disruptions with Process Intelligence
Supply Chain

Celonis for tariff management: Navigating supply chain disruptions with Process Intelligence

As global leaders grapple with new tariffs, Celonis offers a Process Intelligence Platform that helps Australian businesses navigate supply chain disruptions effectively.

By Pascal Coubard • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Apr 2025
The evolving role of CIOs: balancing innovation and commercial impact
Digital Transformation

The evolving role of CIOs: balancing innovation and commercial impact

In a landscape where technology drives growth, a new report reveals 88% of CIOs must directly contribute to revenue, balancing innovation with business demands.

By Bob Bailkoski • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
HP unveils AI-powered range for work & gaming at CES 2025
Gaming

HP unveils AI-powered range for work & gaming at CES 2025

HP has launched a new range of AI-driven products at CES 2025, targeting professionals, gamers, and creatives to enhance productivity and gaming performance.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Australian small businesses under pressure: can optimism and tech transform their 2025?
Customer Relationship Management

Australian small businesses under pressure: can optimism and tech transform their 2025?

Despite facing record insolvencies due to rising costs and reduced consumer spending, Australia's small businesses remain hopeful about 2025, embracing tech-driven strategies.

By Rakesh Prabhakar • 5 min read • Fri, 10th Jan 2025
British firm IKAR Holdings appoints AI system to its board of directors
EduTech

British firm IKAR Holdings appoints AI system to its board of directors

In a pioneering move, British firm IKAR Holdings has appointed an AI system, IKONIC, to its board of directors.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Oct 2023
Deel's new research and policy arm hones in on global employment
EduTech

Deel's new research and policy arm hones in on global employment

Deel has announced the creation of a new research and policy arm, the Deel Lab for Global Employment. The lab will bring experts and data together.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd Dec 2022
Ivanti study reveals employee sentiments about future of work
EduTech

Ivanti study reveals employee sentiments about future of work

Focusing on technologies that improve employee and IT experiences is critical for 'future of work' success and retaining talent.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Mar 2022
Zoom's Sydney office pilots 'employee-led' approach to the future of work
Hybrid & Remote Work

Zoom's Sydney office pilots 'employee-led' approach to the future of work

Just 1% of Zoom's workforce wanted to work full time in an office in 2021. Now the company is piloting new 'workstyles' to improve employee satisfaction.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Jan 2022

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UK CEOs boost AI spend but struggle to scale its value
Digital Transformation

UK CEOs boost AI spend but struggle to scale its value

UK bosses are ramping up AI spend, but PwC finds only a sliver are turning pilots into scaled value amid talent and bureaucracy hurdles.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
To win at AI, close the gap between strategy and execution
Data Analytics

To win at AI, close the gap between strategy and execution

AI is now mission-critical, but slow, siloed pilots and weak data foundations are stopping organisations from turning vision into value.

By Gavin Seewooruttun • 5 min read • Fri, 19th Dec 2025
Infrastructure no longer inhibiting factor to the take-off of smart labels
Supply Chain

Infrastructure no longer inhibiting factor to the take-off of smart labels

Smart labels, compatible with existing systems and requiring no extra infrastructure, are set to transform industries like retail and logistics, driving rapid market growth.

By Sharath Muddaiah • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Highlights from SuiteConnect Sydney - what NetSuite users are really doing in 2025
Artificial Intelligence

Highlights from SuiteConnect Sydney - what NetSuite users are really doing in 2025

At SuiteConnect Sydney, customer stories overshadowed product demos as Smithbridge and Kieser showcased how NetSuite is simplifying operations and decision-making.

By Matthew Owens • 6 min read • Tue, 8th Apr 2025
Dan Whittle to lead Wild Tech's managed services revamp
Data Analytics

Dan Whittle to lead Wild Tech's managed services revamp

Dan Whittle is appointed General Manager of Managed Services at Wild Tech, steering the company towards advanced technology solutions and AI integration.

By Moritz Florian • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Aussie businesses resilient but risk labour shortages: SAP
Human Capital Management

Aussie businesses resilient but risk labour shortages: SAP

Australian businesses are more resilient to major disruptions than the rest of the world, but are at risk of labour and skill shortages.

By Gaurav Sharma • 5 min read • Wed, 9th Aug 2023