FutureFive Australia - Consumer technology news from the future

Australian Stories

Upskilling stories

Aussie CFOs most resistant to new tech, says research
Digital Transformation

Aussie CFOs most resistant to new tech, says research

Research by Robert Half reveals Australian CFOs are the most resistant to adopting new technologies, citing insufficient training and resistance to change.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2019
Upskill your workforce to boost cybersecurity
Malware

Upskill your workforce to boost cybersecurity

Digital shift means cyber skills are vital for all firms, not just tech, as threats loom large on the corporate horizon.

By Jon Lang • 6 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2019

Global Stories

Upskilling stories

Lenovo launches mentorship programme for SMBs
Lenovo

Lenovo launches mentorship programme for SMBs

Lenovo partners with entrepreneur Naomi Simson to launch the ThinkBook Mentorship Programme, offering regional SMBs technology and personalised guidance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2019
Needs, challenges, opportunities: HP study delves into the world of creatives
HP

Needs, challenges, opportunities: HP study delves into the world of creatives

HP's new study reveals 80% of Australian creatives worry about staying relevant, while 92% feel the need to upskill to stay competitive globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2019
Hays: Jobseekers must 'self-disrupt' their career in 2020
IT Automation

Hays: Jobseekers must 'self-disrupt' their career in 2020

Jobseekers must take calculated risks, avoid raising salary talks too early, and highlight transferrable skills in 2020, says recruitment firm Hays.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2019
Interview: Microsoft's Diana Kelley talks talent gaps and D&I
Cybersecurity

Interview: Microsoft's Diana Kelley talks talent gaps and D&I

Microsoft's Diana Kelley discusses bridging the cybersecurity skills gap, focusing on reskilling and how diversity and inclusion shape roles in technology.

By Sara Barker • 6 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2019
AWS to launch new infrastructure region in Spain
Hyperscale

AWS to launch new infrastructure region in Spain

The AWS Europe (Spain) Region is expected to open late 2022 or 2023 and will consist of three Availability Zones at launch.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2019
Cisco: leaders ready for networks to evolve with AI
Network Infrastructure

Cisco: leaders ready for networks to evolve with AI

47% of SD-WAN owners plan to have an AI-optimised WAN in two years and 35% believe their networks will be fully intent-based in two years' time.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2019
Mercy Ships: Bringing hope and healing to developing nations
Health Technologies

Mercy Ships: Bringing hope and healing to developing nations

Mercy Ships, known for medical aid in developing nations, now seeks IT volunteers to support their floating hospital, Africa Mercy, in West Africa.

By Owen McCarthy • 5 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2019
Asia Pacific financial services firms embrace AI's benefits
Artificial Intelligence

Asia Pacific financial services firms embrace AI's benefits

Asia Pacific financial services firms are accelerating AI adoption for growth, with 52% already leveraging AI, outpacing other sectors, says a Microsoft study.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2019
Lack of investment in talent biggest barrier to martech adoption - Adobe
Marketing Technologies

Lack of investment in talent biggest barrier to martech adoption - Adobe

Adobe's latest report reveals over 75% of NZ businesses lack adequate MarTech capabilities due to insufficient investment in talent and appropriate training.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2019
AU firms can't provide uninterrupted access to data & services
Virtualisation

AU firms can't provide uninterrupted access to data & services

80% of local organisations admit that they're unable to meet demands – leading to more than $16.4 million in losses every year.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2019
Ditch the certificate, it's all about practical skills in the world of data
Data Analytics

Ditch the certificate, it's all about practical skills in the world of data

A major survey by Qlik reveals practical skills trump degrees in data science, highlighting vast career opportunities for data-literate individuals.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2019
IDC: Commercial sector will lead ICT spending to $4.8 trillion in 2023
Notebook

IDC: Commercial sector will lead ICT spending to $4.8 trillion in 2023

Despite global uncertainty and trade wars, IDC forecasts ICT spending to hit USD $4.8 trillion by 2023, led by the commercial sector with a 5.1% CAGR.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2019

Stories from Other Regions

Upskilling stories

Singtel to invest $45m in upskilling employees
Education, Learning & Training

Singtel to invest $45m in upskilling employees

Singtel will support its 12,600 Singapore employees with the skills to be able to thrive in the digital economy.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2019
DNZ20 report celebrates our nation of gaming junkies
EduTech

DNZ20 report celebrates our nation of gaming junkies

New Zealanders, with an average gamer age of 34, spend 88 minutes daily playing video games, enjoying benefits for health, education, and social connections.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2019
What will NZ's workplace of the future look like? We've got the trends.
Artificial Intelligence

What will NZ's workplace of the future look like? We've got the trends.

Hays predicts that ethical job automation, collaborative workplaces, and an aging workforce will shape New Zealand's future work environment.

By Shannon Williams • 7 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2019