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No AI without HI: Why human intelligence is the real competitive edge in the age of AI
Digital Transformation

No AI without HI: Why human intelligence is the real competitive edge in the age of AI

In 2026, the true AI edge lies not in tools or data but in Human Intelligence, guiding ethical, innovative, and resilient use of technology.

By Yaela Raber • 6 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025

Global Stories

Workplace transformation stories

Automate the tasks, elevate leaders: The case for human-centered AI
Unified Communications

Automate the tasks, elevate leaders: The case for human-centered AI

Law firms are turning to AI to cut drudge work, raising urgent questions about how to protect mentorship, ethics and future leaders.

By Afshaan Jiwaji • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Mar 2026
The future of work could be women's biggest opportunity in tech
Digital Transformation

The future of work could be women's biggest opportunity in tech

As work shifts to flexible, capability-led models, women in tech gain a rare chance to turn non-linear careers into leadership power.

By Sara Kahlau • 5 min read • Wed, 4th Mar 2026
Compression, redistribution and friction: Three ways AI is shifting lawyers from 'performers' to 'producers'
DevOps

Compression, redistribution and friction: Three ways AI is shifting lawyers from 'performers' to 'producers'

AI is speeding legal work, shifting risk upward and forcing lawyers to move from hands-on performers to orchestrators of judgement and control.

By Jamie Ng • 6 min read • Mon, 23rd Feb 2026
TCS & AMD join forces to scale AI across industries
Gaming

TCS & AMD join forces to scale AI across industries

TCS teams with AMD to build sector-specific AI and GenAI tools, pairing chip power with services to move enterprises beyond pilots.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 15th Jan 2026
'The Orchestrator' tops SmartRecruiters' job title list
Human Capital Management

'The Orchestrator' tops SmartRecruiters' job title list

SmartRecruiters crowns “The Orchestrator” Job Title of the Year as employers prioritise coordination roles in AI-driven, fragmented workplaces.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Jan 2026
A1 Technologies names Amar Bilas Head of Microsoft Cloud
Digital Transformation

A1 Technologies names Amar Bilas Head of Microsoft Cloud

A1 Technologies appoints Amar Bilas to lead Microsoft Cloud Services, bolstering Azure and modern workplace growth across ANZ.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 9th Jan 2026
AI-led workplaces twice as likely to beat revenue goals
Digital Transformation

AI-led workplaces twice as likely to beat revenue goals

Firms that embed AI in digital workplace tools are twice as likely to beat revenue goals, as gaps widen with slower-moving rivals.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Dec 2025
AI drives global shift in hiring, pay premiums & workforce skills
Unified Communications

AI drives global shift in hiring, pay premiums & workforce skills

AI reshapes global hiring as 66% of firms cut entry-level recruitment, prioritise skills over degrees, and offer up to 100% pay premiums for AI expertise.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Workplace transformation stories

AA launches AI apprenticeship with Multiverse in UK
Digital Transformation

AA launches AI apprenticeship with Multiverse in UK

AA teams with Multiverse on an AI apprenticeship to upskill staff in everyday roles, aiming to boost planning, efficiency and customer service.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Feb 2026
SFM to distribute DTEN collaboration range in Canada
Unified Communications

SFM to distribute DTEN collaboration range in Canada

SFM wins exclusive Canada-wide distribution for DTEN collaboration hardware, targeting booming hybrid work and AV-IT meeting room demand.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Fri, 30th Jan 2026
Futureproofing the workplace: Why the buildings of 2050 will be the same, but smarter
Smart Cities

Futureproofing the workplace: Why the buildings of 2050 will be the same, but smarter

By 2050 city skylines may look familiar, but AI-driven design and data will quietly transform offices into smarter, adaptive ecosystems.

By Marcel Zalloua • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Dec 2025
Exclusive: Staffbase's Neil Morrison says AI needs human guardrails
Digital Transformation

Exclusive: Staffbase's Neil Morrison says AI needs human guardrails

AI is revolutionising internal communications, but Staffbase's Neil Morrison stresses human oversight and leadership authenticity remain essential for success.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Mon, 1st Dec 2025
Job loyalty rises as Australians value pay security over perks
Hybrid & Remote Work

Job loyalty rises as Australians value pay security over perks

Nearly half of Australians now prioritise pay rises over flexibility, with job loyalty rising amid economic uncertainty and work stress in 2026.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
The human power behind AI adoption
Artificial Intelligence

The human power behind AI adoption

AI adoption is reshaping work rapidly, urging organisations to focus on employee training and involvement to build trust and future-proof careers.

By Justin Meier • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
FiveP named Orchestry's first premium partner for Microsoft 365 AI
Unified Communications

FiveP named Orchestry's first premium partner for Microsoft 365 AI

FiveP has become Orchestry's first global premium partner, enhancing AI governance and productivity solutions for Microsoft 365 users across Australia and the APAC region.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Nov 2025
Navigating the near-constant risk of non-compliance in safety
Risk & Compliance

Navigating the near-constant risk of non-compliance in safety

SafeWork NSW's largest safety blitz in a decade issued over 500 notices, highlighting widespread non-compliance and ongoing risks in Australian workplaces.

By Luke Boyle • 5 min read • Tue, 9th Sep 2025