Digital adoption stories

Ping Identity appoints Antony Collins as Regional Vice President for Channels and Alliances across Asia Pacific and Japan to expand partner ecosystem.

Workers increasingly sidestep approved AI systems, while WalkMe's latest report finds executives remain far more upbeat than staff over workplace technology.

Thryv says Australian and New Zealand small businesses need tidy websites, consistent listings and fresh reviews to win AI-driven recommendations.

Whatfix study says firms risk USD $10.9m a year from weak digital adoption as AI investment outpaces staff use of new tools.

Thales report finds weak login and sign-up flows are pushing users away, as trust in AI, data handling and digital services remains low.

Whatfix adds AI roleplay training to its Mirror simulator, promising faster readiness and fuelling a surge to USD $3 million in recurring revenue.

Visa has appointed former consulting chief David Peacock as Country Manager for New Zealand and the Pacific amid rapid digital payments growth.

Denmark tops FM's 2026 Resilience Index for a third year as Europe dominates the rankings and India makes broad-based gains across all zones.

Discovery Consulting names SAP specialist Mark Miranda to spearhead NSW mid-market growth, targeting preferred partner status by 2028.

One in three Australians are ready to let AI shop on their behalf, but fears over fraud, control and bad purchases still loom large.

Australian SMEs show growing confidence into 2026, with rising revenue and increased digital adoption helping them tackle soaring energy costs and economic challenges.

Australia's SME sector posts strongest half-year growth since 2023, driven by digital adoption and productivity, nearing pre-pandemic output levels.

MyTrucking's partnership with Xero boosts digital adoption in transport, easing admin and saving time for operators across New Zealand, Australia, and the UK.

Leading Edge Global launches AI Readiness Assessment, helping leaders evaluate and align strategy for successful, scalable AI adoption across organisations.

WalkMe launches an AI-driven tool delivering real-time training within work apps, enhancing learning by embedding guidance into daily software use.

Whatfix launches AI Agents powered by ScreenSense to enhance enterprise user productivity, offering personalised in-app guidance and analytics insights.

LevelBlue and Akamai have teamed up to offer a managed web app and API security service, tackling rising threats with AI-driven, 24/7 protection and expert support.

Nearly half of Australian Baby Boomer SME owners plan to retire soon, yet only 24% have prepared succession plans to secure their businesses' futures.

AI is sparking innovation and concern across sectors worldwide as firms race to harness its power while addressing risks and workforce anxieties.

Australian brands risk being crushed by global eCommerce giants as local e-tailers lag in digital maturity amid booming online sales in 2024.