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Why safeguarding children's data is essential in the digital age
Data Protection

Why safeguarding children's data is essential in the digital age

With children increasingly at risk online, Australia's updated Privacy Act aims to strengthen protections for their data in a rapidly changing digital landscape.

By Alyssa Blackburn • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Why the biggest business wins happen behind closed doors
Unified Communications

Why the biggest business wins happen behind closed doors

Behind the scenes, Australian businesses are embracing invisible transformations to enhance operational efficiency and drive long-term growth.

By Annexa • 5 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024

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The role of a competitive offering in enhancing customer retention for MSPs
Customer Experience

The role of a competitive offering in enhancing customer retention for MSPs

As small and midsize businesses face growing cybersecurity demands, managed service providers must diversify offerings to enhance customer retention and competitiveness.

By Anthony Daniel • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Threat predictions for 2025: Get ready for bigger, bolder attacks
Firewalls

Threat predictions for 2025: Get ready for bigger, bolder attacks

As cybercriminals gear up for 2025, expect bolder attacks and a shift towards more specialised, sophisticated threat tactics according to new predictions.

By Derek Manky • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
Chief Information Officers brace for the digital era
Data Analytics

Chief Information Officers brace for the digital era

In a challenging landscape marked by economic and environmental pressures, CIOs must navigate digital transformation while prioritising sustainability and resilience.

By Farokh Ghadially • 5 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
Have you built an AI strategy for your finance function?
Data Analytics

Have you built an AI strategy for your finance function?

As AI transforms finance operations, many firms lack a clear strategy for its integration, risking inefficiencies and missed opportunities.

By Annexa • 6 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
The changing role of the security integrator – is AI an insurmountable challenge, or a golden opportunity?
Data Analytics

The changing role of the security integrator – is AI an insurmountable challenge, or a golden opportunity?

As AI revolutionises video surveillance, security integrators face a pivotal moment—embracing advanced technology or risking obsolescence in a shifting industry.

By Jonathan Rickard • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
How will ESG become a scoring mechanism for procurement departments?
Supply Chain

How will ESG become a scoring mechanism for procurement departments?

Procurement departments are increasingly integrating ESG factors into supplier selection, with 66% of leaders seeing it as crucial for future strategies.

By Brynn Beetge • 5 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
Deep observability: Why you need It and how you get it
Data Protection

Deep observability: Why you need It and how you get it

A recent survey reveals that 1 in 3 firms struggle to detect breaches, highlighting the critical need for deep observability in their hybrid cloud security.

By Martyn Crew • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
A new era of HR advisory for every business – no matter the size
Human Capital Management

A new era of HR advisory for every business – no matter the size

A revolutionary shift in HR advisory is enabling businesses of all sizes to access affordable, always-on support, reshaping compliance and workforce management.

By Shane Duffy • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
What's next? Three bold predictions for AI in 2025
Hyperscale

What's next? Three bold predictions for AI in 2025

By 2025, AI is set to revolutionise industries with advancements in agents, edge computing, and nuclear energy, driving sustainability and efficiency.

By LogicMonitor • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
Debunking the myth of robophobia – why intelligent automation improves employee satisfaction
Digital Transformation

Debunking the myth of robophobia – why intelligent automation improves employee satisfaction

A global study reveals that intelligent automation boosts employee satisfaction and retention, debunking fears of robots replacing human jobs.

By Darren Cockerell • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
Turning inventory management and delivery into a peak season competitive advantage
Data Analytics

Turning inventory management and delivery into a peak season competitive advantage

Black Friday's rise in the UK has reshaped retail, with early seasonal spikes in orders urging businesses to perfect inventory and delivery strategies.

By Rob Hango-Zada • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
Will AI replace automation?
Unified Communications

Will AI replace automation?

AI is reshaping automation, with tools like GPT-4 enhancing productivity, but experts argue that human insight is vital to navigate complexities.

By Avec Global • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
Enterprise Architecture in 2025 and beyond
Gaming

Enterprise Architecture in 2025 and beyond

As enterprise architecture evolves by 2025, the rise of AI and regulatory demands will shape a more collaborative and innovative landscape for practitioners.

By Ed Granger • 6 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
The key to AI success in hospitality? Building trust
Data Analytics

The key to AI success in hospitality? Building trust

AI in hospitality is set to flourish, yet with 86% of Australians wary of data use, building trust is vital for success as operators embrace this technology.

By Paul Hadida • 6 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
The rise of IoT attacks: How to safeguard your network against the surge of digital assaults
Firewalls

The rise of IoT attacks: How to safeguard your network against the surge of digital assaults

With IoT attacks surging by over 400% since 2022, businesses must safeguard their networks as reliance on these devices grows exponentially.

By Cedric Mauvielle • 6 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
IT-OT convergence: Why security leaders must act now to protect both domains
Unified Communications

IT-OT convergence: Why security leaders must act now to protect both domains

As IT and OT systems merge, cybersecurity leaders face urgent challenges managing risks across both domains to ensure operational safety and data security.

By Scott McKinnel • 4 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024