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AI boosts server revenue growth despite market challenges
DataCentre infrastructure

AI boosts server revenue growth despite market challenges

Server revenue surged by 22.9% year-on-year in Q3 2024, driven by booming AI platform demands, according to CONTEXT's latest market forecast.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Retail & eCommerce trends in 2025: AI & loyalty focus
Digital Transformation

Retail & eCommerce trends in 2025: AI & loyalty focus

Jamie Cairns of Fluent Commerce anticipates that 2025 will see a surge in AI utilisation and a stronger focus on customer loyalty in retail.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
OneStream launches Sensible AI to boost CFO workflows
Data Analytics

OneStream launches Sensible AI to boost CFO workflows

OneStream has unveiled its Sensible AI Library and OneStream Genesis, designed to enhance CFOs' efficiency in financial workflows through innovative AI solutions.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024
Lucanet acquires Causal to enhance planning solutions
Software-as-a-Service

Lucanet acquires Causal to enhance planning solutions

Lucanet has acquired UK-based Causal to enhance its Financial Planning and Analysis services, marking the third acquisition in two years.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024
IBM named leader in Gartner's cloud finance tools report
DevOps

IBM named leader in Gartner's cloud finance tools report

IBM has been recognised as a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud Financial Management Tools for its IBM Cloudability product.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024
Hakkoda unveils data solutions for retail & CPG sectors
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
Standard Foods halves SAP costs, reinvests in AI growth
Data Analytics

Standard Foods halves SAP costs, reinvests in AI growth

Standard Foods cuts annual support costs in half by switching from SAP ECC to Rimini Support, reallocating savings to bolster AI and machine learning for predictive analytics.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2024
Gartner predicts AI-enabled PCs to reach 43% of market by 2025
Generative AI

Gartner predicts AI-enabled PCs to reach 43% of market by 2025

Gartner forecasts that AI-enabled PCs will soar, comprising 43% of total PC shipments by 2025, up from just 17% in 2024.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
Kula launches AI-driven recruitment platform for global market expansion
Human Capital Management

Kula launches AI-driven recruitment platform for global market expansion

Kula launches the first hiring platform with advanced AI, aiming to revolutionise recruiting by personalising and automating every step of the process.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2024
SAS named leader in AI/ML platforms by Forrester report
Data governance

SAS named leader in AI/ML platforms by Forrester report

Forrester has named SAS a leader in AI/ML platforms in its Q3 2024 report, lauding its robust, user-friendly tools for next-gen AI/ML applications.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2024
Taking the lead: Why digital transformation should be finance first
Digital Transformation

Taking the lead: Why digital transformation should be finance first

As mid-size businesses gear up for digital transformation, prioritising the finance function may offer the most strategic opportunities for immediate gains.

By Rosie Cairnes • 4 min read • Mon, 5th Aug 2024
How CFOs can work with human resources and IT teams through cross-functional collaboration
Data Analytics

How CFOs can work with human resources and IT teams through cross-functional collaboration

Modern CFOs now collaborate closely with HR and IT teams, driving strategy and organisational growth while facing economic pressures and talent challenges.

By Jonathan Beeby • 4 min read • Wed, 31st Jul 2024
Dialpad launches Ai Sales platform to boost sales efficiency
Marketing Technologies

Dialpad launches Ai Sales platform to boost sales efficiency

Dialpad has launched Ai Sales, an AI-driven platform aimed at streamlining sales operations by replacing over 10 separate applications and reducing operational costs by 18%.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jul 2024

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TruBoard Partners launches TruGreen platform in India
Digital Transformation

TruBoard Partners launches TruGreen platform in India

TruBoard Partners has unveiled TruGreen, a comprehensive cloud-based platform for renewable energy management, at the Renewable Energy India Expo 2024.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Sally Europe boosts efficiency with Slimstock's supply platform
Marketing Technologies

Sally Europe boosts efficiency with Slimstock's supply platform

Sally Europe sees a 2% rise in on-shelf availability and a 5% boost in working capital after implementing Slimstock's supply chain platform, enhancing cash flow.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2024
Navigating the path to sustainable success: Strategies for small businesses in 2024
Customer Relationship Management

Navigating the path to sustainable success: Strategies for small businesses in 2024

Facing an uncertain future, Australian small businesses must embrace strategic financial planning and build strong customer relationships to thrive in 2024.

By Vijay Sundaram • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2024
Surge in AI adoption amongst sales challenges in Singapore
Marketing Technologies

Surge in AI adoption amongst sales challenges in Singapore

Salesforce's latest report reveals rising challenges for sales teams, with 66% of professionals in Singapore finding it harder to meet customer expectations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Aug 2024