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FOMO driving AI investment among Australian IT leaders

Australian IT leaders exhibit high trust in AI but are investing less, with an average spend of $1.09 million, amid fears of falling behind.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

Data Analytics

Databricks & Queensland unveil data & AI academy initiative

Databricks and Queensland Government announce new Data and AI Academy, aiming to enhance skills of over 100 public sector employees in data analytics and AI.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

Robotics

Unlocking AI: Strategic moves to revolutionise the food sector

Australia's food sector eyes AI to boost efficiency and transparency. While major firms embrace AI, smaller players need strategic guidance to leverage its benefits.

By Todd Redwood • 5 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2024

Data Analytics

How AI is shaping the future of enterprise productivity

AI is set to revolutionise enterprise productivity, automating tasks and fostering innovation, while companies navigate data quality and ethical challenges.

By Grant Wild • 4 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024

EduTech

Rippling launches custom course builder tool for Aussie firms

Rippling unveils a custom course builder tool to elevate L&D for Australian businesses, aiming to streamline tailored training and boost productivity.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024

Government

Report highlights obstacles to AI adoption in Australia

V2 Digital's first State of AI in Australia report highlights early stages of AI adoption, barriers, and potential for business growth, with only 21% showing AI maturity.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024

Schools

D2L launches Achievement+ to advance education

D2L has launched Achievement+, to aid institutions in adopting a competency-based education model, allowing learners to progress at their own pace.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024

Global Stories

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eLearning

Hexaware partners with upGrad to train employees in Gen AI

Hexaware Technologies partners with upGrad Enterprise to train 100+ employees in generative AI, aiming to enhance its AI-first strategy and bolster workforce skills.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2024

Cybersecurity

Three ways CISOs can use Microsoft Copilot for security to strengthen defences

As the cybersecurity landscape intensifies, Microsoft Copilot for Security emerges as a CISO ally by enhancing incident reporting, threat prevention, and team upskilling.

By Micah Heaton • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Jul 2024

Unified Communications

Generative AI to reshape 85% of software workforce by 2025

A new report from Capgemini reveals that generative AI is set to reshape 85% of the software workforce by 2025, enhancing efficiency and innovation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024

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

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

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

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

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

Stories from Other Regions

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Software-as-a-Service

HireHunch launches HunchScore to boost tech candidates' skills

HireHunch, a Bangalore-based B2B SaaS firm, has launched HunchScore to help tech graduates and professionals ace interviews and boost their career prospects.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2024

Customer Relationship Management

Digital marketing challenges persist for Singapore companies

While 84% of Singapore companies use digital marketing, only 17% see a clear link to increased revenue, highlighting ROI measurement challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2024

Data Analytics

Tackling the financial services talent shortage: Key to driving digital transformation

The financial services sector in the UK is grappling with a severe talent shortage, as 160,000 workers need upskilling to drive essential digital transformation.

By Chris Livesey • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2024