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Trend Micro study reveals cybersecurity gaps in Australia
Firewalls

Trend Micro study reveals cybersecurity gaps in Australia

A Trend Micro study highlights alarming cybersecurity gaps in Australia, with only 37% of organisations having adequate staffing for 24/7 coverage.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Australian cybersecurity roles increasingly stressful, says ISACA survey
Marketing Technologies

Australian cybersecurity roles increasingly stressful, says ISACA survey

Australian cybersecurity professionals face rising job stress amid increased threats and low budgets, with 53% anticipating a cyberattack within a year.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024
Meals on Wheels SA supporting its critical customer service function with UCaaS
Artificial Intelligence

Meals on Wheels SA supporting its critical customer service function with UCaaS

Meals on Wheels SA upgrades to RingCentral UCaaS, saving 30% in telecom costs while integrating paper-based fax services to accommodate tech-shy volunteers.

By RingCentral • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2024
Melanoma Institute Australia partners with RingCentral for UCaaS
EduTech

Melanoma Institute Australia partners with RingCentral for UCaaS

Melanoma Institute Australia signs five-year deal with RingCentral to deploy RingEX UCaaS platform across 12 clinics, enhancing communication and patient care.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Sep 2024

Global Stories

Communication stories

Morale gap in manufacturing: epicor report reveals insights
Supply Chain

Morale gap in manufacturing: epicor report reveals insights

Epicor report unveils a significant morale gap in manufacturing, with 57% of managers versus 45% of workers rating their morale as high, impacting industry dynamics.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
Report reveals demand for human 'soft' skills outpaces need for digital skills
Generative AI

Report reveals demand for human 'soft' skills outpaces need for digital skills

Cornerstone's Global State of the Skills Economy Report 2024 reveals human skills are in demand, outpacing digital skills globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2024
Study shows disconnect between IT departments & employees' DEX
KPIs

Study shows disconnect between IT departments & employees' DEX

Scalable Software reveals 45% of US and UK organisations fail to engage in employee journey mapping, highlighting major gaps in digital experience understanding.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Sep 2024
Will EV charging infrastructure ever be fit for purpose?
Cartech

Will EV charging infrastructure ever be fit for purpose?

The UK's EV charging infrastructure is lagging amid shifting phase-out dates for petrol and diesel cars. Will it catch up by 2030?.

By Rolf Bienert • 5 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
Genetec unveils cloud-based Operations Center for security teams
Unified Communications

Genetec unveils cloud-based Operations Center for security teams

Genetec has launched Operations Center, a cloud-based solution to enhance security teams' task management and collaboration.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
Exclusive: Bugcrowd's Nick McKenzie discusses the evolving role of CISOs
Unified Communications

Exclusive: Bugcrowd's Nick McKenzie discusses the evolving role of CISOs

Bugcrowd's CISO has shared insights into how the role of Chief Information Security Officers is evolving amidst growing cybersecurity challenges.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2024
Zyxel Networks uses AI cloud solutions to boost manufacturing
Firewalls

Zyxel Networks uses AI cloud solutions to boost manufacturing

Zyxel Networks' AI-powered cloud solutions are transforming manufacturing efficiency, addressing IoT complexity, and boosting security across global factories.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Communication stories

Lucid reveals UK business challenges in communication
DevOps

Lucid reveals UK business challenges in communication

Lucid Software research highlights that 46% of UK businesses waste hours on decision-making due to poor communication and project management challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024
Study reveals GenAI's rising role in global innovation
Generative AI

Study reveals GenAI's rising role in global innovation

A new study reveals that 46% of Wazoku's network have adopted Generative AI to drive innovation, showcasing its pivotal role in creative processes.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Leaving nothing to chance with search and rescue missions
Unified Communications

Leaving nothing to chance with search and rescue missions

New Zealand's vital Search and Rescue teams, backed by Motorola Solutions, bolster preparedness through annual exercises, ensuring seamless communication and coordination.

By Liala Chiaravalle • 4 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
Humanising tech: A vision for the future of marketing
Data Analytics

Humanising tech: A vision for the future of marketing

As AI transforms marketing, blending technology with human connection is vital. Storytelling, empathy, and authenticity are the keys to success.

By Louise Mahrra • 6 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2024
TrilbyTV empowers clear communication in schools with Transform Trust
Digital Signage

TrilbyTV empowers clear communication in schools with Transform Trust

Transform Trust enhances staff communication using TrilbyTV's digital signage, promoting clearer messaging across 26 schools in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024
Sinch & Singtel partner to launch RCS messaging in Singapore
Customer Experience

Sinch & Singtel partner to launch RCS messaging in Singapore

Sinch and Singtel have launched Singapore's first RCS Business Messaging service, revolutionising customer engagement with secure and interactive branded messages.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024