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Spectralink releases Versity 97 Series smartphone in Australia & New Zealand
Power / Energy

Spectralink releases Versity 97 Series smartphone in Australia & New Zealand

Spectralink unveils the next-gen Versity 97 Series devices, raising enterprise mobility standards with advanced features like AI noise suppression, app integration, and a rugged build, available in Australia and New Zealand.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2024
Gallagher Security appoints Merv Williams as new Chief Marketing Officer
Partner Programmes

Gallagher Security appoints Merv Williams as new Chief Marketing Officer

Merv Williams steps up as Chief Marketing Officer at global security firm Gallagher Security, aiming to accelerate growth and improve brand visibility in global markets including the UK, Europe, and IMEA.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2024
Genetec predicts IT-security convergence in A/NZ by 2024
Data Analytics

Genetec predicts IT-security convergence in A/NZ by 2024

Global unified security solutions provider Genetec anticipates fusion of IT and physical security in Australian and New Zealand enterprises by 2024, alongside rising demand for hybrid cloud solutions and access control modernisation.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2024
Top six recommendations for remaining robust and resilient in 2024
Unified Communications

Top six recommendations for remaining robust and resilient in 2024

Facing increasing cybersecurity threats, experts insist on switching from passwords to phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication amidst the rise of AI-driven phishing attempts in 2023.

By Chad Thunberg • 10 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2024
How CFOs can turn challenges into business opportunities during turbulent operating conditions
Digital Transformation

How CFOs can turn challenges into business opportunities during turbulent operating conditions

Amidst operating turbulence, CFOs in Australia and New Zealand are embracing agility, digital transformation, and supply chain resilience to effectively navigate and leverage business hurdles for growth opportunities.

By Jonathan Beeby • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2024
Logicalis unveils upgraded Digital Fabric Platform for CIOs
Artificial Intelligence

Logicalis unveils upgraded Digital Fabric Platform for CIOs

Logicalis has launched an upgraded version of its Digital Fabric Platform, providing CIOs with deeper insight and recommendations to optimise their digital ecosystems using artificial intelligence.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2024
Mad Mex boosts sales with pioneering real-time data campaign
Mad Mex

Mad Mex boosts sales with pioneering real-time data campaign

Mad Mex's first-of-its-kind campaign, facilitated by Vistar Media and Hearts and Science in Australia and New Zealand, used near real-time store data to effectively boost footfall and sales.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2024
Exclusive: Why OutSystems says 2023 was the year of Gen AI
Digital Transformation

Exclusive: Why OutSystems says 2023 was the year of Gen AI

OutSystems' Paul Arthur discusses how Gen AI is reshaping app development in 2023, offering innovative solutions for businesses.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2024
Amber Technology to distribute Duesenberg Guitars in Australia & NZ
Distributors

Amber Technology to distribute Duesenberg Guitars in Australia & NZ

Amber Technology partners with Duesenberg Guitars as their exclusive distributor in the ANZ market, elevating musical instrument offerings for musicians in the region.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2024
Publicis Sapient & Google Cloud to launch Retail Media Network Accelerator
Digital Signage

Publicis Sapient & Google Cloud to launch Retail Media Network Accelerator

Publicis Sapient partners with Google Cloud to launch a Retail Media Network Accelerator, providing a platform for clients to boost revenue via customised ads and enhance customer engagement.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jan 2024

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Australia's cybersecurity plans overlooked smart home devices, expert warns
EduTech

Australia's cybersecurity plans overlooked smart home devices, expert warns

Cybersecurity expert Leon Poggioli believes Australia's proposed cybersecurity law reforms need to pay more heed to smart home devices like solar inverters, crucial for grid stability.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2024
Claudine Beltrami heads Verizon's Federal Government business
Health Technologies

Claudine Beltrami heads Verizon's Federal Government business

Amidst confusion in Australian agencies post-discontinuation of the cyber hubs program, Verizon Business Australia appoints IT veteran, Claudine Beltrami, to lead Federal Government business, creating a more secure digital future.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2024
Employment Hero and Sage partner to aid Australian SMEs growth
Human Capital Management

Employment Hero and Sage partner to aid Australian SMEs growth

Employment Hero and Sage forge a strategic global partnership to harmonise payroll, HR, and financial management for Australia's SMEs, aiding compliance with employment law changes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2024
Darren Gladman becomes Energy Policy Manager at SMA Australia
Power / Energy

Darren Gladman becomes Energy Policy Manager at SMA Australia

Climate and energy policy veteran, Darren Gladman, assumes the pivotal role of Energy Policy and Regulatory Manager at SMA Australia, aiming to effect climate-friendly energy reforms.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2024
Digital transformation boosts public sector accessibility in Australia
Unified Communications

Digital transformation boosts public sector accessibility in Australia

Australian public sector's landscape revolutionised by digital transformation initiatives, according to a recent survey by Appian, despite challenges in data accessibility and workload reduction.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2024
Australian firms unprepared for astronomical change, reveals Accenture report
Generative AI

Australian firms unprepared for astronomical change, reveals Accenture report

Despite over two-thirds of Australian business chiefs acknowledging technology and talent as main drivers of change, 62% of them admit to being unprepared for these changes by 2024, a rate higher than the global average, according to Accenture's annual report.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2024
Stake names Jon Howie as new CEO in leadership shakeup
Partner Programmes

Stake names Jon Howie as new CEO in leadership shakeup

Australian investment platform Stake ushers in new growth chapter, appointing experienced finance leader Jon Howie as CEO while founder Matt Leibowitz transitions to Executive Director role.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jan 2024