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AI-powered cake baking facility opened in Queensland
Artificial Intelligence

AI-powered cake baking facility opened in Queensland

Priestleys Gourmet Delights has unveiled a 53 million AI-powered facility in Brisbane, doubling production capacity and creating 56 jobs by 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
Four easy ways for business to increase return on investment from learning initiatives
Digital Transformation

Four easy ways for business to increase return on investment from learning initiatives

RMIT Online and Deloitte Access Economics report that business training budgets will increase to AUD $8 billion in 2024. However, with 45% of companies mismanaging these funds, there are four ways to maximise ROI.

By Kade Brown • 4 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
AI in manufacturing; A clear opportunity For Australia, but not without challenges
Unified Communications

AI in manufacturing; A clear opportunity For Australia, but not without challenges

AI brings transformative potential to Australia's manufacturing sector, but challenges remain in tech capabilities and data management that must be addressed.

By James Schwarz • 4 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024
Australian budget overlooks cybersecurity amidst AI threats
EduTech

Australian budget overlooks cybersecurity amidst AI threats

Despite addressing innovation and renewable energy, Australia's recent budget missed crucial investments in cybersecurity, raising AI threat concerns.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024
Australians favour IT & language skills, Udemy report reveals
Skills shortage

Australians favour IT & language skills, Udemy report reveals

Australians are increasingly turning to online learning platforms such as Udemy to upskill, with a surge in IT certification courses and language learning, according to the Q1 2024 Global Workplace Learning Index.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 9th May 2024
High AI wages & gender gap in Australia, reveals Randstad study
Randstad

High AI wages & gender gap in Australia, reveals Randstad study

Australia is among the top three countries paying premium wages for AI skills, however, men still dominate with 81% of the workforce, reveals a Randstad study.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 8th May 2024

Global Stories

The psychology behind system migrations and how to manage change
Digital Transformation

The psychology behind system migrations and how to manage change

Businesses face daunting changes with digital transformations; mastering the psychology behind these shifts is key to effective change management.

By Annexa • 5 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024
Australian firms seek flexibility & tech for productivity boost
Human Capital Management

Australian firms seek flexibility & tech for productivity boost

Flexible work methods and global hires are key to Australian business growth, yet implementation remains limited, finds Rippling. Firms eye UK and US markets.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Jun 2024
Experts advocate post-summit steps and vision for AI adoption
Marketing Technologies

Experts advocate post-summit steps and vision for AI adoption

Following the AI Seoul and AI Summit in Sydney, international experts from various sectors emphasised the importance of pragmatic steps and strategic vision in adopting AI.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Capgemini report: connected health solutions soar in life sciences
EduTech

Capgemini report: connected health solutions soar in life sciences

Capgemini's new report reveals a six-fold surge in connected health solutions in pharma and biotech since 2021, with organisations expecting 20% of revenue from these services within five years.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
Women in engineering call for diversity to drive innovation
Artificial Intelligence

Women in engineering call for diversity to drive innovation

On International Women in Engineering Day, industry leaders stress the need for diversity and upskilling, advocating for women's pivotal role in tech innovation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
Employees report increased positivity towards AI in the workplace
Generative AI

Employees report increased positivity towards AI in the workplace

A new Avanade report reveals Microsoft Copilot for M365 boosts workplace communication and creativity but raises concerns over transparency and original thinking.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2024
Udemy launches GenAI features for International Day of AI
Marketing Technologies

Udemy launches GenAI features for International Day of AI

On International Day of AI, Udemy launches GenAI features to boost career growth, with 55% of tech pros seeing GenAI as crucial, per a BCG study.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024
Firms must embrace personalised learning for workforce development
EduTech

Firms must embrace personalised learning for workforce development

Personalised learning is being recognised as vital for modern workplaces, addressing diverse employee needs and facilitating engagement.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd May 2024
Aussie businesses lag in AI adoption compared to APAC peers
Artificial Intelligence

Aussie businesses lag in AI adoption compared to APAC peers

Australian businesses are trailing behind Asia-Pacific counterparts in AI adoption, with 33% having no AI usage or plans to implement.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Stories from Other Regions

South East Asia leads in email security awareness
Cybersecurity

South East Asia leads in email security awareness

Zoho's report reveals SEA's lead in email security awareness among developing regions. SMEs lag behind larger enterprises and developed regions.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
academyEX launches campaign with 76% boost in engagement
Unified Communications

academyEX launches campaign with 76% boost in engagement

academyEX's new Find your EXfactor campaign, featuring a vibrant explainer video, has boosted engagement by 76%, reshaping how postgraduate education is marketed.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024