The Ultimate Guide to Hybrid & Remote Work
A curated Australian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Hybrid & Remote Work.
What to know about Hybrid & Remote Work
Hybrid and remote work have fundamentally transformed the modern workplace, blending traditional office environments with flexible, technology-driven arrangements. This evolving approach to work reshapes how organizations operate, collaborate, and engage with their employees, offering new opportunities and challenges.
Exploring stories under this tag reveals insights into the latest technologies enhancing hybrid work experiences, such as AI-powered communication tools, secure cloud solutions, and innovative collaboration platforms. It also highlights the critical importance of addressing security risks, managing employee wellbeing, and fostering inclusive cultures amidst dispersed teams.
From advancements in video conferencing and smart office design to strategies for digital transformation and cybersecurity in hybrid settings, readers can gain practical knowledge on navigating this dynamic work landscape. Dive into these stories to understand how businesses and employees are adapting to, and thriving within, the hybrid and remote work era.
Australian Hybrid & Remote Work News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Australian customer service still leans on phone calls
Longer waits and higher costs are weighing on Australian contact centres as most customer queries still arrive by phone, research shows.
Shadow AI upends Australian workplaces as firms catch up
Australian firms are racing to curb shadow AI use after staff began sharing confidential data with unsanctioned tools.
Hisense launches open-ear HiClips earbuds in Australia
The move widens Hisense's Australian consumer electronics push beyond TVs and appliances, as open-ear audio gains traction with commuters and runners.
HeadFirst unites Australian sales, talent & service
The overhaul is meant to help the workforce group tackle skills shortages, tighter regulation and rising AI use in Australia.
Logitech Father's Day guide spans work & gaming gear
Remote workers and gamers are the target as Logitech's Father's Day guide spans portable office tools to AUD $1,199.95 sim racing gear.
JW Computers expands desktop PCs for prebuilt & custom
Australian buyers are weighing convenience against control as desktop PC demand rises, with local warranties and faster access swaying choices.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Hybrid & Remote Work
KeeperPAM tops SoftwareReviews privileged access report
Fortinet launches FortiGate 1200G with FortiSASE Outpost
Cloudbrink launches AI security platform for enterprise
SoftwareOne partners NinjaOne to simplify ANZ IT ops
Atlassian adds Jira tools for AI-native software teams
Featured News
Check Point CTO on AI's double-edged sword
AI is shrinking the gap between vulnerability disclosure and real-world exploitation to hours, forcing security teams to adapt fast.
SonicWall boosts endpoint security for SMBs and mid-market
SMBs and mid-market firms facing AI-driven attacks are set for tighter device controls as SonicWall prepares a new endpoint security product.
SiteHive gains traction with unblinking eyes on the job
Construction firms can now monitor dust, noise and weather remotely, helping avoid delays and environmental breaches across hundreds of sites.
The new workforce: AI agents to work in concert with humans
AI agents are set to reshape hiring and team structures, pushing firms towards global talent pools and outcome-based work.
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As work becomes a mindset, Logitech bets on portability
Portable gear is becoming a must for hybrid workers as Logitech targets comfort, connectivity and sustainability with its latest devices.
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Digidentity helping companies navigate AI fraud challenges
AI-driven fraud is pushing healthcare, government and carmakers to tighten identity checks as remote transactions spread worldwide.
New Zealand 'ingenuity' driving Lightspeed's global success
Auckland's engineers are shaping Lightspeed's products worldwide, as the company expands AI tools and keeps key leadership in New Zealand.
How Invetech and McGrathNicol modernised with SAP S/4 HANA
The move has cut month-end work and lifted invoice processing, while avoiding costly customisation and easing future upgrades.
Earn the commute: Premium offices turn mandates into magnetism
Well-designed offices are helping firms attract staff back by pairing prime locations, amenities and flexible spaces with higher productivity.
Riverbed says go from ticket queues to zero disruption
AI-driven support tools could cut employee downtime, as Riverbed argues that fewer tickets may still hide unresolved problems.
HPE assisting IT teams navigate complex challenges
HPE Networking says AI, zero trust and SASE are reshaping network security as remote work and connected devices make threats harder to control.
TeamViewer utilising AI to cut costly digital friction
A survey of 4,000 workers found digital friction is fuelling burnout, tears and staff turnover as TeamViewer automates routine IT tasks.
Reviews
Hands-on review: Asus ExpertBook Ultra
Hands-on review: Logitech Signature Comfort MK880 keyboard & mouse
Hands-on review: Apple MacBook Neo
Hands-on review: Apple Creator Studio earns its keep
Hands-on review: Asus RT-BE58 Go dual-band travel router/range extender
Hands-on review: Pocket AI Notetaker handy, not revolutionary
Hands-on review: D-Link 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 Docking Station DUF-E01
Hands-on review: Dynabook Z40L-N business laptop
Hands-on review: Casa Pop-Up Desk for hybrid work
Expert Columns
AI is everywhere, but where's the return?
AI in action: From conversations to real business outcomes
Shadow AI upends Australian workplaces as firms catch up
JW Computers expands desktop PCs for prebuilt & custom
Flexible workspace has become a managed-services play for MSPs and integrators
The workforce cost most APAC organisations are failing to measure
Access all areas with 1 credential: Why Australian workplaces need identity convergence now
Cyber hygiene 101: The big fundamentals
The business case for outsourced IT support that most SMBs are finally making
How smart technology investments drive profitability and compliance for organisations
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Hybrid & Remote Work News
Australian banks pay over AUD $4,000 a day for specialists
Banks and insurers are scrambling for scarce regulatory experts as deadlines bite, even after cutting about 8,000 permanent roles this year.
Australia sets up Office of AI amid trust concerns
Businesses will face tighter AI scrutiny as the new Office of AI takes shape amid concerns over trust, compliance and employee impact.
Australian workers lead global AI use in job hunts
Workers in Australia are more worried than global peers about automation, even as 57% use AI tools to hunt for jobs or prepare for interviews.
Konica Minolta Australia named cloud print leader again
Cloud print is becoming a mainstream priority as most organisations balance rising costs, hybrid-work security risks and data-governance concerns.
Indeed launches AI career scout for Australian jobseekers
Australian jobseekers are being given free AI guidance as tougher labour market conditions leave many unsure which roles they can land.
Pinch Payments opens national hackathon with AUD $50K
Developers can win AUD $50,000 by building payment tools on the firm's API, with finalists pitching to fintech investors after a week-long sprint.
Australian firms urged to redesign work, not push harder
Rising burnout and weak engagement are forcing employers to rethink productivity, as leaders say simpler systems could lift output without longer hours.
Flexible workspace has become a managed-services play for MSPs and integrators
As flex space grows, operators are turning their floors into recurring managed-network and security contracts for MSPs and integrators.
TP opens Bali hub to cut Australian referral delays
Australian patients could reach specialists far faster as TP's Bali hub cuts referral waits from days to minutes for providers under pressure.
Productivity tops CEOs' concerns in Australia & NZ
Rising pressure to lift output without burning out staff has overtaken economic uncertainty as the chief concern for executives in Australia and New Zealand.
NannyLane launches childcare marketplace app in Australia
Parents needing ad hoc cover can now book verified carers through an app that includes checks, reviews and live GPS tracking.
Zetifi backs identity-led safety shift in Australian fleets
Australian fleets could improve audit trails and incident response by tying safety events to verified worker identities across vehicles and field sites.
Mobile wallet access expands at Melbourne office tower
Thousands of tenants and visitors at 101 Collins Street now use phones for entry, cuts access administration from days to minutes.
Australian office staff flout AI rules, study finds
Many workers are risking disciplinary action by feeding customer data and confidential files into public AI tools, the survey found.
Hays warns of AI training gap in Australia tech jobs
Only 22% of tech staff have formal AI training, leaving Australian employers exposed to skills gaps as adoption races ahead.
Logitech unveils workplace devices amid AI work shift
Productivity gains are lagging as Australian workers spend longer at work, prompting Logitech to pitch devices that ease mobility and presentation stress.
TP launches smart glasses tool to tackle technician shortage
Labour shortages could slow repairs and raise outage risk, as TP Reach lets junior technicians get remote help from senior engineers on site.
Australian frontline workers flag HR system frustration
Frontline staff are more likely to feel overburdened and burned out as satisfaction with HR tools lags far behind managers' views.
Tekspace ranks browser security vendors as market matures
Only two of 13 vendors reached comprehensive maturity as browser security becomes central to Australian organisations' cyber defences.
INC ransomware surges as Australia stays in sights
Australian businesses face renewed ransomware pressure as INC expands quickly after LockBit and BlackCat were disrupted, researchers say.
