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Rimini Street unveils console to enhance IT efficiency
Application Performance Monitoring

Rimini Street unveils console to enhance IT efficiency

Rimini Street has unveiled the Rimini Connect Console to enhance efficiency for organisations like Officeworks by centralising interoperability management.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Publicis Sapient partners with Google Cloud on AI adoption
Unified Communications

Publicis Sapient partners with Google Cloud on AI adoption

Publicis Sapient has partnered with Google Cloud to boost generative AI adoption, creating a dedicated unit to assist enterprises in leveraging AI technologies.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
EcoFlow offers up to 45% off in Black Friday Australia sale
Power / Energy

EcoFlow offers up to 45% off in Black Friday Australia sale

EcoFlow has launched significant Black Friday discounts in Australia, offering up to 45% off portable power products to help consumers this holiday season.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024

Global Stories

FPT & Sitecore launch AI-powered eCommerce platform
Digital Transformation

FPT & Sitecore launch AI-powered eCommerce platform

FPT and Sitecore have unveiled ON.E, an AI-driven eCommerce platform designed to enhance efficiency and reduce time-to-market for retailers globally.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Exploring the role & impact of bots in eCommerce
Marketing Technologies

Exploring the role & impact of bots in eCommerce

In a new article, Shira Itzhaki from Forter examines the dual role of bots in eCommerce, highlighting the challenge of distinguishing harmful from helpful bots.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Exclusive: Andrea Morgan-Vandome highlights success of Blue Yonder's AI-driven supply chain
Unified Communications

Exclusive: Andrea Morgan-Vandome highlights success of Blue Yonder's AI-driven supply chain

Andrea Morgan-Vandome praises Blue Yonder's AI-driven supply chain innovations, emphasising customer value and sustainability in a global market.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Babeltext transforms global messaging with 135-language tool
EduTech

Babeltext transforms global messaging with 135-language tool

Babeltext's multilingual chat platform revolutionises business communication, translating messages across 135 languages into English for seamless customer engagement.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
AI adoption in retail: Opportunities & readiness gaps
Customer Experience

AI adoption in retail: Opportunities & readiness gaps

A new survey from Riverbed reveals that while 95% of retail leaders view AI as crucial, only 40% feel prepared for its implementation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Tioex invests USD $2 million in OpenAI & Databricks
Space Technologies

Tioex invests USD $2 million in OpenAI & Databricks

Tioex has made strategic investments in OpenAI and Databricks, acquiring shares worth USD $2 million as it focuses on accessible AI opportunities.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Facial recognition in retail sparks privacy concerns
Surveillance

Facial recognition in retail sparks privacy concerns

Experts warn that facial recognition technology in retail raises significant privacy concerns, with calls for organisations to ensure public acceptability.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Searchspring unveils dynamic custom profiles for retail
Customer Experience

Searchspring unveils dynamic custom profiles for retail

Searchspring has introduced Dynamic Custom Profiles, enhancing ecommerce personalisation with real-time, shopper-specific recommendations for retailers.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Study reveals UK consumers' mixed views on AI in retail
Customer Experience

Study reveals UK consumers' mixed views on AI in retail

A Zoho Survey reveals over half of consumers believe AI personalisation in retail has no impact, highlighting a crucial need for improved engagement.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Guavapay partners with American Express for UK payments
Fintech

Guavapay partners with American Express for UK payments

Guavapay has teamed up with American Express, allowing MyGuava Business merchants in the UK and Europe to accept Amex Cards, enhancing payment options.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Consumers favour 25% discount in exchange for emails
Customer Experience

Consumers favour 25% discount in exchange for emails

Research by Daemon reveals that 58% of consumers would share their email for a 25% discount, indicating a generational divide in data sharing willingness.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Emma Partlow named finalist in Disability Power 100 list
Customer Experience

Emma Partlow named finalist in Disability Power 100 list

Emma Partlow from Transreport has been named a finalist in the 2024 Shaw Trust Disability Power 100 for her impactful work in accessible travel.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
CellPoint Digital secures $30m investment for global expansion
Payment Technologies

CellPoint Digital secures $30m investment for global expansion

CellPoint Digital has raised USD $30 million in investment to enhance its global expansion and boost payment orchestration solutions in the travel sector.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Acxiom unveils top CX trends for 2025 with human focus
Data Analytics

Acxiom unveils top CX trends for 2025 with human focus

Acxiom's latest report reveals key customer experience trends for 2025, highlighting the essential blend of human engagement and AI technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024