Productivity stories
Siemens launches Systems Modeler for SysML v2, a web-based tool boosting collaborative engineering across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.
Norby, an AI-powered language robot supporting over 30 languages, was showcased by founder Adrian Mullan at Dell Technologies World in Las Vegas.
Matillion launches Maia, an AI-powered tool that automates data engineering workflows, boosting productivity and simplifying complex data pipeline creation.
Pulseway modernizes Mobile Device Management, shifting from control to productivity enabler, integrating security with seamless remote support across devices.
Finance leaders plan a sixfold rise in agentic AI use by 2026 to boost efficiency and accuracy amid growing economic volatility, says Wolters Kluwer survey.
Manhattan Associates launches Agentic AI and Agent Foundry to revolutionise supply chain operations with autonomous agents and customisable digital solutions.
Nexthink research reveals 93% of IT leaders back merging IT and HR to boost productivity, engagement, and employee satisfaction within five years.
SAP unveils advanced AI tools and partnerships, including a smarter copilot and AI agents, aiming to boost productivity and AI accessibility for businesses.
Qualtrics leads Forrester's Employee Experience Management Platforms report, scoring top marks in AI-powered surveys and analytics for boosting workforce engagement.
Acer launches new Aspire AI laptops with 14- and 16-inch models powered by AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series and Snapdragon X, priced from AUD $1,399.
Cisco partners with OpenAI as an early design collaborator for Codex, an AI coding tool aimed at boosting software innovation and productivity globally.
Organisations in Australia and New Zealand are boosting investment in AI supply chain technologies to enhance resilience, productivity, and meet evolving customer demands.
Nottingham City Council, backed by Capital One and Enterprise, launches AI Training Academy to upskill 40 staff in artificial intelligence over 13 months.
Beyond Blue has enhanced its communication with a Microsoft Teams rollout and new meeting tech, boosting collaboration and hybrid work efficiency.
Gordon Murray Group has teamed up with Apogee to streamline IT asset management, slashing laptop setup times by 30 times and boosting security.
Only 30% of manufacturers have scaled Industry 4.0 beyond pilots, leaving billions in value on the table as AI and automation spread.
New Zealand SMEs could boost GDP by NZD $8.6bn by 2025 through digitalisation, says report by Xero and NZ Institute of Economic Research.
Westcon-Comstor has been certified a Great Place To Work across 27 countries, including the UK, with 80% of staff praising its culture and leadership.
Malaysia's one million SMEs, generating nearly 40% of GDP and half of all jobs, are embracing digital tools to boost productivity and resilience.
Over half of Australian workers report high stress, with 23% feeling overloaded, the highest in Asia-Pacific, reveals ADP's People at Work 2025 report.