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Deputy are shaping future of shift work administration
Digital Transformation

Deputy are shaping future of shift work administration

Managers in retail, hospitality and healthcare could save hours as the AI tool automates rosters and timesheets while flagging breaches.

By David Shilovsky • 5 min read • Last week
SnackSafe launches AI app for families with allergies
Artificial Intelligence

SnackSafe launches AI app for families with allergies

Families managing allergies can now scan foods in seconds, with the app flagging risks across more than 40 languages on Apple's App Store.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month
ClearCourse buys Kurve to boost hospitality software
Digital Transformation

ClearCourse buys Kurve to boost hospitality software

The deal gives hospitality operators more self-service ordering and payment tools as labour shortages and wage pressures persist across the sector.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month
UK hospitality operators worry over AI data security
Data Protection

UK hospitality operators worry over AI data security

More than half of UK and Irish hospitality businesses fear AI could expose customer and company data, a new survey shows.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Newo appoints Jason Luo as Chief Executive Officer
Unified Communications

Newo appoints Jason Luo as Chief Executive Officer

Missed calls at small firms are becoming a bigger revenue risk as Newo expands its AI receptionist tools beyond the US and into Europe.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Australians trade down to smaller treats, Experian says
Gaming

Australians trade down to smaller treats, Experian says

Cost-of-living pressure is pushing households towards cheaper indulgences, with personal care, digital goods and travel holding up best.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last month
Apple launches business platform as Maps ads near rollout
Digital Transformation

Apple launches business platform as Maps ads near rollout

Businesses can now manage devices, listings and email in one Apple platform, ahead of a planned Maps ads roll-out in North America.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Anchr raises USD $5.8m to build AI OS for distributors
Digital Transformation

Anchr raises USD $5.8m to build AI OS for distributors

New York-based Anchr raises USD $5.8m seed round to build an AI-native OS automating core workflows for food distributors worldwide.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Mar 2026

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Ordermentum secures AUD $55 million backing from Five V
Data Analytics

Ordermentum secures AUD $55 million backing from Five V

The funding will help the hospitality software group hire, expand AI tools and buy smaller rivals as venues face rising costs.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week
Payment outages fuel abuse of shop staff, study says
Customer Experience

Payment outages fuel abuse of shop staff, study says

Customer patience can snap within minutes of card failures, leaving shop and hospitality staff to absorb abuse during outages.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week
Automation takes centre stage at Sydney hospitality show
Robotics

Automation takes centre stage at Sydney hospitality show

Labour shortages and soaring power bills are pushing Australian venues towards robots, automated coffee kiosks and smarter energy controls.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • This month
PayNuts broadens offer for SMEs as surcharging reforms loom
Digital Transformation

PayNuts broadens offer for SMEs as surcharging reforms loom

A tougher fee regime is pushing the payments firm to offer SMEs more services, from POS and broadband to bookkeeping, beyond EFTPOS.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month
Five ways to maximise benefits of mobile-first systems
Data Analytics

Five ways to maximise benefits of mobile-first systems

Australian venues are turning to mobile-first systems to cut labour pressure, reduce errors and lift spend per table amid tight margins.

By Barry Shaked • 4 min read • Last month
Tenzo appoints Jane O'Riordan as Chair of the Board
Software-as-a-Service

Tenzo appoints Jane O'Riordan as Chair of the Board

With margins under pressure across hospitality, the data platform has added Jane O'Riordan to guide strategy as it targets UK and overseas growth.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Stampede launches SNAPguard for hospitality guest Wi-Fi
Software-as-a-Service

Stampede launches SNAPguard for hospitality guest Wi-Fi

Hospitality operators could see faster guest logins and better data capture, as the system links public Wi-Fi access with marketing tools.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Last month
Square report says regulars drive local business revenue
Data Analytics

Square report says regulars drive local business revenue

Regulars generate six times more revenue and link neighbouring firms in 'network effect' that keeps local spending circulating, says Square.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Fri, 20th Mar 2026
Spring gifting rush sees GBP £6.9bn spend rival Christmas
Supply Chain

Spring gifting rush sees GBP £6.9bn spend rival Christmas

Spring gifting now packs GBP £6.9bn into 10 weeks, with Valentine's, Mother's Day and Easter rivaling Christmas for UK retailers.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Mar 2026