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Zendesk appoints Mitch Young to lead Asia Pacific growth
Fintech

Zendesk appoints Mitch Young to lead Asia Pacific growth

Zendesk has appointed Mitch Young as Senior Vice President for Asia Pacific, tasked with driving the company's growth in key markets like Australia and India.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
AA appoints Creasy & Kinloch to key leadership roles
Power / Energy

AA appoints Creasy & Kinloch to key leadership roles

The Automobile Association has appointed Stephanie Creasy as Chief Technology Officer and promoted Renee Kinloch to Chief Financial Officer.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Stretching the SOC's ability to cover more threats
Semiconductors

Stretching the SOC's ability to cover more threats

Recent research highlights a disconnect in the Asia Pacific, as over one-third of organisations reported significant security incidents due to resource constraints.

By Gareth Cox • 5 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Sage unveils AI-driven Copilot tool for finance teams
Generative AI

Sage unveils AI-driven Copilot tool for finance teams

Sage has launched Sage Copilot in the UK and US, enhancing its Intacct platform to aid finance teams with efficient budget variance analysis.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Neat appoints Tormod Ree as new Chief Product Officer
Partner Programmes

Neat appoints Tormod Ree as new Chief Product Officer

Neat has appointed Tormod Ree as Chief Product & Engineering Officer to drive innovation amid a 30% sales surge and global expansion plans.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
GitLab & AWS launch AI-based software development platform
Hyperscale

GitLab & AWS launch AI-based software development platform

GitLab and AWS have launched GitLab Duo with Amazon Q, an AI-driven tool designed to streamline software development and enhance security for organisations.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
TeamViewer unveils Smart Service to aid manufacturers
Digital Transformation

TeamViewer unveils Smart Service to aid manufacturers

TeamViewer unveils its Smart Service solution to help manufacturers tackle challenges like unplanned downtime and workforce shortages, aiming for efficiency.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
The next chapter for HR systems: 2025 and beyond
Human Capital Management

The next chapter for HR systems: 2025 and beyond

As HR leaders face the chaos of fragmented systems, 2025 promises a revolution with all-in-one Employment Operating Systems transforming the landscape.

By Ben Thompson • 4 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Before AI delivers results, CFOs need to rethink their data strategies
Data Analytics

Before AI delivers results, CFOs need to rethink their data strategies

As CFOs consider AI integration, they must address data challenges to ensure accuracy and reliability for effective decision-making in finance.

By Annexa • 5 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
AI's evolving role in ANZ cybersecurity: 2025 outlook
Phishing

AI's evolving role in ANZ cybersecurity: 2025 outlook

Vectra AI's 2025 predictions highlight the critical role of AI in cybersecurity for Australia and New Zealand, emphasising the need for measurable outcomes.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Andrea Van Unen-Smith appointed Senetas Chief Marketer
Firewalls

Andrea Van Unen-Smith appointed Senetas Chief Marketer

Senetas has appointed Andrea Van Unen-Smith as Chief Marketing Officer, bringing over 20 years of technology marketing expertise to the role.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Exclusive: HP's Neil Westhof on AI revolutionising printing solutions
Unified Communications

Exclusive: HP's Neil Westhof on AI revolutionising printing solutions

HP's Neil Westhof is spearheading the integration of AI into printing solutions, aiming to enhance user experience and redefine printing by 2025.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Banks cut onboarding time by 32% with digital identity
Clean technologies

Banks cut onboarding time by 32% with digital identity

A new report reveals banks using Corporate Digital Identity reduce onboarding time by 32%, enhancing compliance accuracy and operational efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Ripjar study shows GenAI set to reshape AML compliance
Risk & Compliance

Ripjar study shows GenAI set to reshape AML compliance

A Ripjar study reveals over 60% of compliance teams expect Generative AI to revolutionise Anti-Money Laundering processes within two years.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
Celonis appoints Benoit Fouilland as new Chief Financial Officer
SAP

Celonis appoints Benoit Fouilland as new Chief Financial Officer

Celonis has appointed Benoit Fouilland as its new CFO, bringing over thirty years of finance leadership to strengthen its global Finance strategy.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
Harvey Norman reports financial turnaround despite decline in revenue
Harvey Norman

Harvey Norman reports financial turnaround despite decline in revenue

Harvey Norman reports a turnaround with a profit of NZD 9.86 million for the year despite a 10.4% fall in revenue to NZD 62.04 million.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
JB Hi-Fi reports financial challenges amid increased revenue
Supply Chain

JB Hi-Fi reports financial challenges amid increased revenue

JB Hi-Fi NZ reported a 12.3% revenue increase to NZD $327.9 million for FY2024 but faced significant losses due to rising operating expenses.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
Microsoft New Zealand reports stable financial performance for FY 2024
Audit

Microsoft New Zealand reports stable financial performance for FY 2024

Microsoft New Zealand has reported stable financial results for FY 2024, demonstrating resilience amid economic challenges and strong compliance with reporting standards.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
Snowflake unveils new AI platform to simplify data use
Data Analytics

Snowflake unveils new AI platform to simplify data use

Snowflake has launched Snowflake Intelligence, a new platform that simplifies user interaction with enterprise data and enhances AI capabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024