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Why multi-subsidiary management is where accounting software breaks
Platform-as-a-Service

Why multi-subsidiary management is where accounting software breaks

As businesses add subsidiaries, basic accounting software falters, creating manual woes and scaling issues that cloud ERP systems can resolve efficiently.

By Annexa • 4 min read • Mon, 5th May 2025
Agentic AI is missing from Australian enterprises' platform engineering efforts
Data governance

Agentic AI is missing from Australian enterprises' platform engineering efforts

Agentic AI, vital for platform engineering, remains underutilised in Australian enterprises despite its potential to boost code quality and team productivity.

By Craig Nielsen • 4 min read • Thu, 1st May 2025
Behind Ultra Violette's global glow up – a NORA webinar
eCommerce

Behind Ultra Violette's global glow up – a NORA webinar

Australian sunscreen brand Ultra Violette overcame tech hurdles to expand globally, with a webinar set to reveal secrets of its global success on May 8.

By Annexa • 3 min read • Thu, 1st May 2025
Why manufacturing execution systems are now a strategic imperative
Digital Transformation

Why manufacturing execution systems are now a strategic imperative

The manufacturing execution system market, valued at USD $14.88bn in 2024, is set to hit USD $41.78bn by 2032 amid rising demand for digital transformation.

By Terry Smagh • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025
What if security solutions could help your business reach their sustainability goals?
Ransomware

What if security solutions could help your business reach their sustainability goals?

Security solutions can now help businesses cut energy use, reduce waste, and boost sustainability, proving every 1% in progress truly counts.

By Kirsten Chapman • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025
Raising capital? Here's why some pitches fly and others flop
Investment

Raising capital? Here's why some pitches fly and others flop

Insight Investor Relations unveils the 5P Pitch Framework, guiding tech founders in New Zealand to craft compelling pitches and secure funding effectively.

By James and Hana Schofield • 5 min read • Mon, 28th Apr 2025
ERP success or ERP chaos: Why SMB manufacturers win or lose in implementation
Digital Transformation

ERP success or ERP chaos: Why SMB manufacturers win or lose in implementation

SMB manufacturers in Australia and New Zealand face a high-stakes gamble with ERP systems: success drives growth, failure risks costly disruptions.

By Andrew Mamonitis • 5 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
Tariff uncertainty doesn't have to stall your international sales
Supply Chain

Tariff uncertainty doesn't have to stall your international sales

Australian retailers urged to future-proof supply chains and embrace tech as US tariffs create uncertainty, with 66% prioritising global expansion despite rising costs.

By Rob Hango-Zada • 5 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
2025 Ransomware: Business as Usual, Business is Booming
Malware

2025 Ransomware: Business as Usual, Business is Booming

New findings reveal that ransomware attacks are thriving in 2025, with 80 active groups targeting industries like manufacturing and healthcare.

By Chris Boyd • 7 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
How can small and medium businesses safeguard against rising data privacy threats?
Data Protection

How can small and medium businesses safeguard against rising data privacy threats?

Small and medium Australian businesses face rising data privacy threats, with cybercrime costs averaging AUD$49,600 as regulations tighten on data protection.

By Rakesh Prabhakar • 5 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Australian organisations have two key reasons to double down on data management
Data Protection

Australian organisations have two key reasons to double down on data management

Amidst growing data volumes, Australian organisations face dual challenges: capitalising on valuable insights while safeguarding against rising security threats.

By George Dragatsis • 5 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025
Why finance teams can't afford to ignore shifting spend trends and artificial intelligence innovation
Artificial Intelligence

Why finance teams can't afford to ignore shifting spend trends and artificial intelligence innovation

As employee spending habits shift due to hybrid work, finance teams must leverage AI to modernise spend management and mitigate growing financial risks.

By Fabian Calle • 4 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025
Is the crypto bull run over?
Crypto

Is the crypto bull run over?

After a bullish surge, Bitcoin faces a sharp downturn as investors reel from new tariffs and recession fears, prompting speculation on the bull run's end.

By Paul Quickenden • 7 min read • Mon, 14th Apr 2025
Navigating uncertainty: How CFOs can build resilience in a volatile 2025
Data Analytics

Navigating uncertainty: How CFOs can build resilience in a volatile 2025

As Australian CFOs face escalating economic volatility, prioritising digital transformation and unified data systems becomes essential for resilience and strategic growth.

By Thomas Palmer • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
Why we need to be all-in on Personalisation
Data Analytics

Why we need to be all-in on Personalisation

Personalisation is revolutionising retail, driving customer loyalty and profitability, as businesses harness AI to enhance unique shopping experiences.

By Sarah Jarvis • 6 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
Why tech founders risk falling behind - fast
Partner Programmes

Why tech founders risk falling behind - fast

In the fast-paced tech industry, founders risk stagnation by prioritising speed over strategic learning, potentially overlooking vital market shifts.

By Frances Valintine • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
Selling low dollar value goods into the US could soon become more complex
Risk & Compliance

Selling low dollar value goods into the US could soon become more complex

Changes to the US de minimis exemption could complicate sales for Australian exporters, with potential new taxes and paperwork looming on the horizon.

By Chris Calverley • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
Found means fixed: Reduce security debt at scale with GitHub security campaigns
Unified Communications

Found means fixed: Reduce security debt at scale with GitHub security campaigns

GitHub launches security campaigns, now available for Advanced Security users, enhancing collaboration between developers and security teams to tackle security debt.

By James Fletcher • 6 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
April Patch Tuesday: Microsoft announces 121 vulnerabilities
Cybersecurity

April Patch Tuesday: Microsoft announces 121 vulnerabilities

Microsoft has unveiled 121 vulnerabilities in its April 2025 Patch Tuesday update, marking a significant increase from last month's total.

By Adam Barnett • 5 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025