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Anatomy of a wage theft: Australian businesses at risk of criminality
Productivity

Anatomy of a wage theft: Australian businesses at risk of criminality

From January 2025, Australian firms face criminalisation for wage theft, potentially incurring penalties up to three times the amount underpaid to workers.

By Jarrod McGrath • 4 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Three AI considerations for tech leaders in Australia
Data Protection

Three AI considerations for tech leaders in Australia

By 2030, AI is set to bring AUD $280 million in benefits to Australia, prompting tech leaders to adapt their strategies for effective integration.

By Sabrina Farmer • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
How agentic automation will reshape Australian industries in 2025
Supply Chain

How agentic automation will reshape Australian industries in 2025

As Australia prepares for 2025, agentic automation is set to revolutionise industries, enhancing productivity and collaboration through advanced AI capabilities.

By Yelena Galstian • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Telstra and ISPT forge ahead with 5G DAS in Sydney
Unified Communications

Telstra and ISPT forge ahead with 5G DAS in Sydney

Telstra and ISPT have launched advanced 5G connectivity at 477 Pitt Street, Sydney, providing comprehensive mobile coverage for building tenants.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
AI identified as top tech trend in Australia for 2025
Generative AI

AI identified as top tech trend in Australia for 2025

A recent survey by the Tech Council of Australia reveals artificial intelligence as the leading tech trend for 2025, aiming to enhance productivity and efficiency.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025

Global Stories

Productivity stories

Remote workers logging longer hours than office peers
Hybrid & Remote Work

Remote workers logging longer hours than office peers

A report by Cloudbrink reveals that remote workers log longer hours than office employees, challenging productivity misconceptions in hybrid work environments.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
espresso Displays selects Oracle for ERP transformation
Supply Chain

espresso Displays selects Oracle for ERP transformation

Australian technology firm espresso Displays has chosen Oracle NetSuite to modernise its operations and support global expansion, enhancing efficiency across all sectors.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
Qt introduces AI Assistant for cross-platform UI development
Physical Security

Qt introduces AI Assistant for cross-platform UI development

Qt Group has launched the Qt AI Assistant to enhance UI development, aiming to reduce tedious tasks while supporting integration with multiple programming languages.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Jan 2025
Qualtrics & SAP partner to enhance employee experiences
Human Capital Management

Qualtrics & SAP partner to enhance employee experiences

Qualtrics has partnered with SAP to enhance employee experiences, integrating its XM platform with SAP SuccessFactors to boost engagement and productivity.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Workers cautious about AI despite increased utilisation
Software-as-a-Service

Workers cautious about AI despite increased utilisation

A new study reveals that while 58% of workers in the US and UK are using agentic AI, concerns over its quality and emotional intelligence remain high.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Oracle launches new AI tools to boost sales productivity
Customer Experience

Oracle launches new AI tools to boost sales productivity

Oracle has unveiled new AI agents within its Fusion Cloud Sales to enhance customer engagement and boost sales team productivity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Konica Minolta wins Keypoint Intelligence awards for A3 MFPs
Document Management

Konica Minolta wins Keypoint Intelligence awards for A3 MFPs

Konica Minolta has been lauded by Keypoint Intelligence with five awards, including the coveted 2025 A3 Line of the Year for its innovative multifunctional print devices.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Young entrepreneurs launch Echo AI note-taking assistant
Data Protection

Young entrepreneurs launch Echo AI note-taking assistant

Young British entrepreneurs Charlie Gray and Ben O'Nion have launched Echo AI, an AI-driven note-taking assistant, with a GBP £2 million investment to boost productivity.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Jan 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Productivity stories

Microsoft & Pearson unite for AI skills development
EduTech

Microsoft & Pearson unite for AI skills development

Microsoft and Pearson have formed a strategic alliance to enhance AI skilling and learning, addressing the urgent need for workforce readiness in an AI-driven economy.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Outdated processes stifle UK business growth opportunities
EduTech

Outdated processes stifle UK business growth opportunities

New research from Soldo reveals that 88% of UK finance leaders believe limited employee access to budgets is stunting business growth and productivity.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Finance leaders cite limited budget access as growth barrier
EduTech

Finance leaders cite limited budget access as growth barrier

A survey by Soldo shows that 88% of UK finance leaders believe restricted budget access is hindering business growth and employee productivity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Canadian firms to boost AI investments significantly by 2025
Hybrid Cloud

Canadian firms to boost AI investments significantly by 2025

A recent IBM study reveals that 56% of Canadian IT leaders intend to boost AI investments in 2025, focusing on innovation and productivity amidst gradual ROI.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025