Global Stories

Avalara unveils AI-powered automated tariff classification

Avalara has launched its Automated Tariff Code Classification system, utilising AI to enhance customs compliance for businesses in global trade.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024

Digital Transformation

Google Cloud appoints Paul Migliorini as ANZ Vice President

Google Cloud has appointed Paul Migliorini as its new Vice President for Australia and New Zealand, based in Sydney, to drive AI-led growth.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024

Customer Experience

Bain, Kantar, and Qualtrics launch global standards for CX

Bain, Kantar, and Qualtrics unveil updated Global Standards for Customer Experience following extensive consultation, aiming to enhance CX across industries.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024

Marketing Technologies

Edgio partners with The Commerce Team Global for eCommerce boost

The Commerce Team Global and Edgio have joined forces to enhance eCommerce solutions, focusing on improved security, speed, and simplicity for clients.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024

Unified Communications

Dodo partners with Gentrack for advanced billing system

Vocus Group partners with Gentrack to launch a modern billing system for Dodo Power & Gas, enhancing operational efficiency in the Australian energy sector.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Oct 2024

Unified Communications

Study finds SAS Viya boosts AI productivity by 4.6 times

A new study by The Futurum Group finds SAS Viya boosts AI productivity by up to 4.6 times over rivals like Jupyter Notebook and Python Libraries.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Oct 2024

Marketing Technologies

Hakkoda unveils data solutions for retail & CPG sectors

Hakkoda launches data modernisation services for retail and CPG sectors, aiming to enhance inventory, supply chain, and real-time consumer insights.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Oct 2024

Storage

Australian CIOs face an unprecedented challenge to cut data-based carbon emissions

Australian CIOs must tackle new legislation mandating detailed carbon emissions reporting, as data centres become major contributors to emissions.

By Amy Rushall • 6 min read • Thu, 3rd Oct 2024

Firewalls

Six common causes of major software outages

Understanding the top six causes of software outages, from bugs to spikes in demand, is key for organisations to enhance service reliability.

By Andrew Foot • 5 min read • Thu, 3rd Oct 2024

Marketing Technologies

ShopFully, MEDIA Central, Flipp join forces in global merger

ShopFully, MEDIA Central, and Flipp merge to form the largest global 'drive-to-store' marketing firm, serving 400 million shoppers across 27 markets.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2024

Network Infrastructure

Exclusive: Ericsson's Nathan McGregor outlines wireless tech innovations

Ericsson's Nathan McGregor details how the firm is driving wireless tech forward, enhancing enterprise connectivity with innovations in 5G, SASE, and more.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Data Analytics

Pronto Software unveils Pronto Xi 780 with new features

Pronto Software has launched Pronto Xi 780, an ERP solution update featuring improved user experience, operational efficiency, and advanced security measures.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024

Samsung

Samsung launches Galaxy Fit3 fitness tracker in Australia

Samsung Electronics Australia has launched the Galaxy Fit3 fitness tracker, retailing at AUD $149, featuring a wider display and advanced health monitoring.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024

Fintech

People First Bank sees growth in profit & loans post-merger

People First Bank has reported a 29% net profit increase to USD $41.4 million in its first year post-merger, alongside significant technological advancements.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024

Software-as-a-Service

Shopline introduces a new B2B commerce solution for brands

SHOPLINE has launched its B2B Commerce Solution, aiming to transform the buying experience for brands with enhanced digital capabilities and customer support.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024

Unified Communications

Symbio launches AdvancedPBX with Crexendo partnership

Symbio Holdings has unveiled AdvancedPBX, a cloud-hosted PBX solution designed for service providers, promising quick setup and enhanced features.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024

DevOps

Ben Wong appointed Adyen's General Manager for key regions

Adyen has appointed Ben Wong as General Manager for Southeast Asia and Hong Kong, aiming to enhance growth and partnerships across key markets.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Oct 2024

Customer Experience

Swoon expands IDHL contract to boost digital performance

Swoon expands contract with IDHL to boost digital performance, adding Paid Media, Technical SEO, and Digital PR to their successful partnership.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Oct 2024

Customer Experience

Is a unified technology approach key to retail growth?

Australia's retail sector sees cautious growth amid falling inflation, with technology seen as key to cutting costs and boosting efficiency.

By Simon Le Grand • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Oct 2024

Unified Communications

NetApp & Google Cloud expand collaboration for secure AI

NetApp and Google Cloud expand their partnership to boost AI innovation with advanced, compliant data storage solutions aimed at regulated sectors in Australia.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2024