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Siemens unveils SysML v2 modeler to boost systems engineering
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Siemens launches Systems Modeler for SysML v2, a web-based tool boosting collaborative engineering across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.
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How Norby the language robot is more than just a companion
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Norby, an AI-powered language robot supporting over 30 languages, was showcased by founder Adrian Mullan at Dell Technologies World in Las Vegas.
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Matillion launches Maia to automate & simplify data engineering
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Matillion launches Maia, an AI-powered tool that automates data engineering workflows, boosting productivity and simplifying complex data pipeline creation.
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Modernizing mobile device management: Empowering productivity without compromise
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Pulseway modernizes Mobile Device Management, shifting from control to productivity enabler, integrating security with seamless remote support across devices.
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Nottingham City Council launches AI academy to boost staff skills
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Nottingham City Council, backed by Capital One and Enterprise, launches AI Training Academy to upskill 40 staff in artificial intelligence over 13 months.
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Beyond Blue boosts collaboration with Microsoft Teams upgrade
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Beyond Blue has enhanced its communication with a Microsoft Teams rollout and new meeting tech, boosting collaboration and hybrid work efficiency.
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Finance leaders to boost agentic AI use for efficiency gains
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Finance leaders plan a sixfold rise in agentic AI use by 2026 to boost efficiency and accuracy amid growing economic volatility, says Wolters Kluwer survey.
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Gordon Murray Group streamlines IT operations with Apogee
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Gordon Murray Group has teamed up with Apogee to streamline IT asset management, slashing laptop setup times by 30 times and boosting security.
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Manhattan unveils Agentic AI to transform supply chain tasks
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Manhattan Associates launches Agentic AI and Agent Foundry to revolutionise supply chain operations with autonomous agents and customisable digital solutions.
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Businesses consider merging IT & HR to boost engagement
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Nexthink research reveals 93% of IT leaders back merging IT and HR to boost productivity, engagement, and employee satisfaction within five years.
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SAP unveils new Business AI tools & partnerships for growth
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SAP unveils advanced AI tools and partnerships, including a smarter copilot and AI agents, aiming to boost productivity and AI accessibility for businesses.
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Qualtrics named leader in employee experience platform ranking
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Qualtrics leads Forrester's Employee Experience Management Platforms report, scoring top marks in AI-powered surveys and analytics for boosting workforce engagement.
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Digitalisation could boost NZ SME GDP by NZD $8.6 billion in 2025
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New Zealand SMEs could boost GDP by NZD $8.6bn by 2025 through digitalisation, says report by Xero and NZ Institute of Economic Research.
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Westcon-Comstor awarded Great Place To Work in 27 countries
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Westcon-Comstor has been certified a Great Place To Work across 27 countries, including the UK, with 80% of staff praising its culture and leadership.
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Acer unveils Aspire AI Copilot+ laptops from AUD $1,399
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Acer launches new Aspire AI laptops with 14- and 16-inch models powered by AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series and Snapdragon X, priced from AUD $1,399.
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Digital resilience as a practical blueprint for SMEs in Malaysia
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Malaysia's one million SMEs, generating nearly 40% of GDP and half of all jobs, are embracing digital tools to boost productivity and resilience.
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Cisco partners with OpenAI to boost AI coding innovation with Codex
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Cisco partners with OpenAI as an early design collaborator for Codex, an AI coding tool aimed at boosting software innovation and productivity globally.
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ANZ firms boost AI investment to future-proof supply chains
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Organisations in Australia and New Zealand are boosting investment in AI supply chain technologies to enhance resilience, productivity, and meet evolving customer demands.
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Australian workers report highest stress in Asia-Pacific region
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Over half of Australian workers report high stress, with 23% feeling overloaded, the highest in Asia-Pacific, reveals ADP's People at Work 2025 report.
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Career growth, flexibility & upskilling top 2025 work trends
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people2people report reveals a slowing job market, rising competition, and shifting employee priorities focused on career growth and flexibility across generations.