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Australian shoppers value seamless online & in-store experiences
Marketing Technologies

Australian shoppers value seamless online & in-store experiences

A new report reveals that 89% of Australian shoppers prioritise seamless online and in-store experiences, highlighting a significant trend in consumer behaviour.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Alex Nemeth appointed country manager for Qualtrics ANZ
Hyperscale

Alex Nemeth appointed country manager for Qualtrics ANZ

Alex Nemeth has been appointed Country Manager for Qualtrics in Australia and New Zealand, aiming to boost customer and employee experiences.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Halter tops 2024 Deloitte Fast 50 with 15x growth
Unified Communications

Halter tops 2024 Deloitte Fast 50 with 15x growth

Halter shines with a remarkable 1539% growth, leading the 2024 Deloitte Fast 50 index while expanding its reach across New Zealand, Australia, and the US.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Exclusive: Informatica's Rik Tamm-Daniels discusses push into Generative AI
Data Analytics

Exclusive: Informatica's Rik Tamm-Daniels discusses push into Generative AI

Rik Tamm-Daniels shares how Informatica is revolutionising data management with generative AI and a cloud-first strategy, aiming to maximise data value.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Only 17% of Australian firms have integrated AI tools
Marketing Technologies

Only 17% of Australian firms have integrated AI tools

A HubSpot study reveals just 17% of Australian businesses have adopted AI tools, despite personal use by 51% of leaders highlighting a significant gap.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
ResDiary & Quandoo team up to boost Australian bookings
Customer Experience

ResDiary & Quandoo team up to boost Australian bookings

ResDiary and Quandoo's new partnership in Australia is set to boost bookings by 1.5 million, enhancing dining choices and venue operations during the cost-of-living crisis.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Locad secures USD $9m to expand AI-driven logistics
Customer Experience

Locad secures USD $9m to expand AI-driven logistics

Singapore's Locad secures USD $9 million in pre-series B funding to fuel global expansion and enhance its AI-driven logistics solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Matrak enhances sustainability with CBME partnership
Supply Chain

Matrak enhances sustainability with CBME partnership

Matrak has partnered with the China Building Material Exhibition/Trade Centre to boost supply chain transparency and sustainability for Australian builders.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Microsoft to change OneDrive policies for unlicensed users
Storage

Microsoft to change OneDrive policies for unlicensed users

Microsoft's changes to OneDrive storage policies from January 2025 will push organisations to rethink their digital information management strategies.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Cyber recovery times in Aus & NZ rise, firms boost spend
Risk & Compliance

Cyber recovery times in Aus & NZ rise, firms boost spend

A Fastly report reveals Australian and New Zealand firms now take an average of seven months to recover from cyber incidents, prompting increased security spending.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Commvault enhances APAC leadership with key appointments
Data Protection

Commvault enhances APAC leadership with key appointments

Commvault has appointed Jill Macmurchy as Chief Customer Officer and Craig Bastow as Area Vice President for Australia and New Zealand to enhance APAC leadership.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Neo4j surpasses USD $200m ARR, eyes further AI growth
Data Analytics

Neo4j surpasses USD $200m ARR, eyes further AI growth

Neo4j has exceeded USD $200 million in annual recurring revenue, doubling its figure in three years, driven by demand for its graph technology.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Australia sees rise in cyber threats & financial losses
Unified Communications

Australia sees rise in cyber threats & financial losses

Australia's cyber security landscape is deteriorating, with over 1,100 incidents reported and average losses surging to AUD $30,700, warns the ACSC.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Australian investment in digital design tools surges 63%
Digital Transformation

Australian investment in digital design tools surges 63%

Australian companies have seen a remarkable 63% rise in digital design tool spending over five years, surpassing the APAC average of 46%.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
SMBiT joins DSI to help develop SMB cybersecurity standard
Firewalls

SMBiT joins DSI to help develop SMB cybersecurity standard

SMBiT Professionals has joined Dynamic Standards International's Steering Committee to help develop the vital SMB1001 cybersecurity standard for Australia's SMB sector.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Spriggy partners with Fastter for new 5G mobile service
Unified Communications

Spriggy partners with Fastter for new 5G mobile service

Fastter and Spriggy have launched Spriggy Mobile, a 5G service aimed at enhancing children's safety and parental control for Aussie families.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Australians embrace AI chatbots for holiday shopping rush
Customer Experience

Australians embrace AI chatbots for holiday shopping rush

A recent survey shows that Australians are increasingly favouring AI chatbots for holiday shopping, with half of young adults keen to use them this year.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Jaywing bolsters digital PR team with key new appointments
Marketing Technologies

Jaywing bolsters digital PR team with key new appointments

Jaywing has appointed Rob Hilborn as Senior SEO Director and Harriet Dawson as Digital PR Specialist to enhance its Digital PR services amid rising demand.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024