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Adobe unveils AI integration plans for creative workflow boost
Marketing Technologies

Adobe unveils AI integration plans for creative workflow boost

Adobe unveils its ambitious plan for integrating AI agents across its product suite, aiming to revolutionise creativity and streamline workflows for users.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
Google Cloud unveils AI tools to simplify app lifecycle
Unified Communications

Google Cloud unveils AI tools to simplify app lifecycle

Google has unveiled new AI capabilities on its Cloud Platform aimed at simplifying the application lifecycle for developers and operators, enhancing productivity.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
APAC consumers torn between AI benefits & privacy risks
Data Privacy

APAC consumers torn between AI benefits & privacy risks

A new F5 study reveals that while consumers in APAC embrace AI for productivity, they harbour serious concerns about privacy, job security, and ethical use.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
Konica Minolta launches new AccurioPress print systems
DevOps

Konica Minolta launches new AccurioPress print systems

Konica Minolta has unveiled the AccurioPress C14010S and C12010S, featuring five-colour toner and advanced automation to boost high-volume printing efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Apr 2025
Exclusive: NetSuite customers take to the stage to discuss game-changing impact
Unified Communications

Exclusive: NetSuite customers take to the stage to discuss game-changing impact

At the SuiteConnect event, CFOs highlighted how NetSuite has revolutionised their operations, transforming chaos into streamlined efficiency and strategic insight.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
Exclusive: How NetSuite is leaning into AI to help firms grow efficiently
Digital Transformation

Exclusive: How NetSuite is leaning into AI to help firms grow efficiently

NetSuite is harnessing AI to assist businesses in navigating growth challenges, aiming for efficiency and strategic responses in a rapidly changing environment.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
AI PCs: A paradigm shift in the modern workplace
Digital Transformation

AI PCs: A paradigm shift in the modern workplace

As AI transforms the workplace, IT leaders must rethink PC infrastructure, with 82% planning to adopt AI PCs by 2025 to enhance productivity and security.

By Rahul Tikoo • 4 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
AI transforming manufacturing, boosting productivity by 188%
Unified Communications

AI transforming manufacturing, boosting productivity by 188%

TeamViewer's new report reveals that 71% of manufacturing leaders expect AI to significantly boost productivity, despite 76% voicing data security concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
AI agents crucial to app development in APAC, says report
Customer Relationship Management

AI agents crucial to app development in APAC, says report

Salesforce's latest report reveals over 80% of APAC software leaders see AI agents as vital for app development, highlighting a shift towards low-code tools.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Exabeam unveils Nova AI agent for enhanced security ops
Security Information and Event Management

Exabeam unveils Nova AI agent for enhanced security ops

Exabeam has launched Nova, an autonomous AI agent that enhances security operations by speeding up incident response and boosting analyst productivity by up to 80%.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Mobile connectivity crucial for business success, says expert
Digital Transformation

Mobile connectivity crucial for business success, says expert

Ben Poskaitis, founder of NetCov, stresses the crucial role of enhanced mobile connectivity for businesses aiming to boost productivity and stay competitive.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
Sourcetable raises USD $4.3M for AI-driven spreadsheet
Artificial Intelligence

Sourcetable raises USD $4.3M for AI-driven spreadsheet

Sourcetable has secured USD $4.3 million in funding to launch the first AI-driven spreadsheet, aiming to revolutionise data analysis for everyday users.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025

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AI investment rises, spurring upskilling concerns in Australia
Artificial Intelligence

AI investment rises, spurring upskilling concerns in Australia

As businesses ramp up their AI investments, a new report reveals 27% of HR professionals now see workforce upskilling as their top challenge for 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Australian firms embrace Agentic AI to boost productivity
Generative AI

Australian firms embrace Agentic AI to boost productivity

More than half of Australian firms have embraced Agentic AI to counteract declining productivity, with expectations of significant operational efficiencies ahead.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Retail sector productivity hit by complex budget processes
Customer Experience

Retail sector productivity hit by complex budget processes

A recent study by Soldo reveals that complex financial processes hinder productivity in the UK's retail sector, with 95% of finance leaders noting lost growth opportunities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Samsung unveils Galaxy Tab S10 FE series in Australia
Samsung

Samsung unveils Galaxy Tab S10 FE series in Australia

Samsung Electronics Australia launches the Galaxy Tab S10 FE and FE+, featuring expansive displays and advanced AI capabilities, starting from AUD $849.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Apricorn unveils new Thunderbolt 4 docking station for hybrid work
Productivity

Apricorn unveils new Thunderbolt 4 docking station for hybrid work

Apricorn has unveiled its Aegis Thunderbolt 4 Docking Station, priced at GBP £180, to enhance connectivity for the growing number of remote UK workers.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025