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Talking electronically and acting on it may be the key to survival
Digital Transformation

Talking electronically and acting on it may be the key to survival

Interoperability gaps can leave public-safety and critical-infrastructure networks exposed unless policy, funding and governance keep systems aligned.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sat, 28th Feb 2026

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Deel urges Australian bosses to rethink remote work
Human Capital Management

Deel urges Australian bosses to rethink remote work

With fuel and commuting costs climbing, the remote-work debate is returning as employers weigh productivity, culture and staff retention.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Apr 2026
Beyond visibility: how true leadership really works
DevOps

Beyond visibility: how true leadership really works

On International Women's Day, leadership's true test lies not in visibility at the table, but in daily accountability after meetings end.

By Ilissa Miller • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Mar 2026
All you need is intention: Creating purpose in product management
Digital Transformation

All you need is intention: Creating purpose in product management

As AI reshapes work, product managers must lead with human intention, turning clear purpose into products that truly serve people.

By Heidi Kay Carson • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Mar 2026
Human skills top workplace learning priorities for 2026
Unified Communications

Human skills top workplace learning priorities for 2026

Leadership and communication top 2026 workplace learning as employees prioritise human and business skills alongside rising AI adoption.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Sun, 15th Feb 2026
MicroCare to unveil touchless fibre cleaning at OFC
Network Infrastructure

MicroCare to unveil touchless fibre cleaning at OFC

MicroCare will debut its Sticklers Pro360° touchless fibre connector cleaner at OFC 2026, targeting denser, higher-sensitivity networks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Feb 2026
Australian couples who play games together feel closer
Gaming

Australian couples who play games together feel closer

Australian couples who play video games together each week report significantly higher relationship satisfaction, new survey data suggests.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Feb 2026
Shaping the future of technology talent: Insights from Adam Shapley
Digital Transformation

Shaping the future of technology talent: Insights from Adam Shapley

Adam, Managing Director at Hays ANZ, leads insights on IT contractor rates, revealing skill shortages and rising wages amid evolving tech recruitment trends.

By Adam Shapley • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025
The surprising AI generation gap: Senior employers feel more empowered
Marketing Technologies

The surprising AI generation gap: Senior employers feel more empowered

Senior marketing leaders feel 76% empowered by AI, while only 43% of junior staff share this, reveals new global study on AI in communications.

By Edson Porto • 5 min read • Fri, 24th Oct 2025
Exposure Management Council urges new cyber risk frameworks for boards
Risk & Compliance

Exposure Management Council urges new cyber risk frameworks for boards

Tenable's Exposure Management Leadership Council calls for new cyber risk frameworks to help boards better understand and reduce organisational cyber exposure.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Sep 2025
Tenable council aims to bridge cyber risk gap with new framework
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Tenable council aims to bridge cyber risk gap with new framework

Tenable launches Exposure Management Leadership Council to help CISOs bridge the cyber risk communication gap with business leaders across key sectors.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Sep 2025
8x8 & ULAP partner to boost global CX compliance & reach
Unified Communications

8x8 & ULAP partner to boost global CX compliance & reach

8x8 partners with ULAP Networks to tackle global CX compliance and connectivity challenges, expanding enterprise reach into 113 countries with reliable communication solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Sep 2025

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UK accountants could add GBP £463,000 from clients
Data Analytics

UK accountants could add GBP £463,000 from clients

Existing client relationships could be worth far more as UK firms miss demand for extra advice and support, Ravical found.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month
Retail tops Australia’s customer service contacts
Unified Communications

Retail tops Australia’s customer service contacts

Poor service is driving customers away, with 45% of Australians saying one bad retail interaction would make them avoid a retailer.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Apr 2026
Employers urged to ditch 'rockstar' jargon in job ads
Human Capital Management

Employers urged to ditch 'rockstar' jargon in job ads

Employers warned jargon-laden job ads packed with 'rockstar' and 'ninja' clichés may signal burnout and bias, putting off strong candidates.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Fri, 27th Feb 2026
New satcom lab boosts secure comms for Australian Defence Force missions
Firewalls

New satcom lab boosts secure comms for Australian Defence Force missions

ST Engineering iDirect and Black Cat Systems have launched a new satcom lab showcasing cutting-edge secure comms tech, including the 450SDM modem, to support the ADF.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
8x8 extends Southampton FC partnership to boost fan engagement
Unified Communications

8x8 extends Southampton FC partnership to boost fan engagement

8x8 has extended its partnership with Southampton FC until 2026, enhancing fan engagement through advanced communications and matchday services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025