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Interactive enhances Fletcher network with Cisco services

Interactive has teamed up with Fletcher Building to enhance its network services, promoting efficiency and cost savings across the construction giant's operations.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024

Artificial Intelligence

PointFive secures USD $20 million to boost cloud efficiency

PointFive has raised USD $20 million in Series A funding to enhance cloud cost optimisation and expand multi-cloud support, led by Salesforce Ventures.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Sat, 16th Nov 2024

Marketing Technologies

Live Group unveils Envoku for personalised engagement

Live Group has unveiled Envoku, an AI-driven platform aimed at revolutionising audience engagement and personalisation for businesses and event organisers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024

Hyperscale

HMC Capital acquires iseek platform for AUD $400 million

HMC Capital has acquired data centre platform iseek for AUD $400 million, enhancing its strategy to launch a Global Digital Infrastructure Platform.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024

Software-as-a-Service

Catapult reports 20% rise in ACV & strong revenue growth

Catapult has reported a 20% rise in Annualised Contract Value to USD $96.8 million and significant revenue growth of 19% to USD $57.8 million for H1 FY25.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024

Unified Communications

Contact centres in 2025: Balancing AI with human empathy

The contact centre industry is poised for transformation in 2025, with a predicted rise in demand for human interaction as consumer preferences shift.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024

Motorola Solutions

Australia, NZ retail workers voice need for security technologies to feel safe

Ahead of the holiday shopping rush, a report reveals one in three retail workers in Australia and New Zealand feel unsafe due to rising crime and understaffing.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024

Customer Relationship Management

Amperity appoints Tony Owens as new CEO to drive growth

Amperity has appointed Tony Alika Owens as its new CEO, bringing over 20 years of experience in global sales and enterprise operations.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024

Surveillance

Restive forecasts 2025 retail trends: convenience reigns

Technology consultancy Restive predicts that convenience, personalisation, and sustainability will dominate retail trends in 2025 for both online and physical stores.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Nov 2024

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Unified Communications

EonFibre launches high-capacity fibre in New Zealand

EonFibre has commenced operations, providing high-capacity wholesale fibre services across New Zealand, powered by cutting-edge technology from Ciena.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024

Human Capital Management

Australian organisations struggle with cultural alignment

The latest Pulse of Talent report reveals that many Australian firms struggle to achieve desired advancements in workplace culture despite concerted efforts.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024

EduTech

Samsung Singapore partners to boost AI in education

Samsung Electronics Singapore has partnered with Challenger Technologies, Geniebook, and TeachingTutor.ai to enhance AI-powered digital classroom experiences.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Sat, 16th Nov 2024

Insurance

Finkeda empowers rural India with more than 36,000 merchant hubs

Finkeda has launched over 36,000 merchant hubs across India, providing vital financial services to rural areas and enhancing local economic empowerment.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024

Supply Chain

Rise in returns expected after Black Friday & Cyber Monday

Research shows that one in three shoppers is expected to return Black Friday and Cyber Monday purchases, leading to a surge on Returns Tuesday, 10th December.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024

Firewalls

Zscaler launches Zero Trust Segmentation for Aussie firms

Australian businesses face a rising threat of ransomware attacks, prompting Zscaler to launch its Zero Trust Segmentation solution to enhance digital security.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024

Hyperscale

Equinix partners with CleanMax for renewable power in India

Equinix has signed its first power purchase agreement in India with CleanMax, launching a 33 MW renewable energy project to support its data centres.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024

EduTech

Adobe partners with Adelaide Uni to transform student experience

Adobe has partnered with Adelaide University to enhance the digital experience for students, aiming for a personalised journey ahead of its 2026 opening.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024

Human Capital Management

Dayforce report reveals culture challenges in Australia

Dayforce's latest report reveals Australian workers face significant culture challenges, with 75% considering company culture in job acceptance.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024

Job moves

Adrian Appo returns to First Australians Capital as MD

Adrian Appo has rejoined First Australians Capital as Managing Director, Partnerships, ready to enhance Indigenous entrepreneurship and economic impact.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024

DevOps

LG Australia appoints Virender Rana to boost HVAC growth

LG Electronics Australia has appointed Virender Rana as Head of Business Air Solutions, aiming to double revenue and enhance its HVAC workforce by 33%.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Nov 2024