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Cybersecurity concerns higher than before the pandemic - report
Malware

Cybersecurity concerns higher than before the pandemic - report

BeyondTrust's new survey shows Australian organisations are more concerned about cyberattacks than they were before the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Jessie Chiang • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Aug 2022
Helping Western Sydney Local Health District provide a new model of care in the fight against COVID
Health Technologies

Helping Western Sydney Local Health District provide a new model of care in the fight against COVID

Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) and PwC's Consulting Business came together to solve through the challenges of COVID-19.

By Mitchell Hageman • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Jun 2022

Global Stories

COVID-19 stories

Data crucial to capture shoppers' wallets post-COVID
Data Analytics

Data crucial to capture shoppers' wallets post-COVID

First-party data strategies key to driving personalisation, customer satisfaction, and long-lasting relationships according to a new report.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Jun 2022
Publicis Sapient and The Man Cave drive digital transformation for mental health
Digital Transformation

Publicis Sapient and The Man Cave drive digital transformation for mental health

Publicis Sapient and The Man Cave are joining forces to help support the mental health and wellbeing of young men around the world.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jun 2022
How technology can level the playing field in the hybrid era
Unified Communications

How technology can level the playing field in the hybrid era

Hybrid work model raises challenges for Australian businesses as leaders fail to address potential disparities between remote and in-office experiences.

By Sean Byrne • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jun 2022
Digital resilience in 2022 - A10 Networks releases new study
EduTech

Digital resilience in 2022 - A10 Networks releases new study

Of the 250 corporate organisations surveyed, as many as 95% showed high levels of concern for all aspects of enterprise digital resilience.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Jun 2022
Digital commerce fraud: What it is and how to stop it
eCommerce

Digital commerce fraud: What it is and how to stop it

Australia and New Zealand experience a surge in eCommerce sales, but face the challenge of rising online fraud.

By Joe Lee • 3 min read • Tue, 31st May 2022
Q&A: Behavioural Cues discuss what's next for voice analytics
Unified Communications

Q&A: Behavioural Cues discuss what's next for voice analytics

Voice analytics has many familiar and established applications. One example is sentiment analysis used to improve customer service and call center operations.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Tue, 31st May 2022
Leveraging technology in contact centres to reduce attrition rates
Customer Relationship Management

Leveraging technology in contact centres to reduce attrition rates

Many organisations worldwide have accelerated DX to better respond to changing market drivers and business environments after the disruption of the pandemic.

By Rod Lester • 4 min read • Fri, 27th May 2022
The post-pandemic workforce requires secure IAM capabilities
Malware

The post-pandemic workforce requires secure IAM capabilities

HID Global discusses what identity and access management means for organisations in today's convoluted digital world.

By Matthew Lewis • 4 min read • Thu, 26th May 2022
Digital transformation increasing business complexities
Digital Transformation

Digital transformation increasing business complexities

A new survey suggests businesses must re-examine their digital transformation approach to better help employees adapt to change.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 25th May 2022
The impact of COVID-19 on healthcare environments and care delivery
Digital Transformation

The impact of COVID-19 on healthcare environments and care delivery

The COVID-19 pandemic has revolutionised the healthcare industry while overcoming staff shortages, social distancing requirements, and lockdowns.

By Alan Stocker • 4 min read • Wed, 18th May 2022
Milestone Systems appoints Malou Toft as APAC vice president
Smart Cities

Milestone Systems appoints Malou Toft as APAC vice president

Malou Toft appointed as APAC VP for Milestone, focusing on long-term growth, strategic partnerships, and customer acquisition in the region.

By Zach Thompson • 1 min read • Fri, 13th May 2022
Unlocking the next digital frontier for educational institutions
EduTech

Unlocking the next digital frontier for educational institutions

Understanding where to invest in technology can be challenging for education institutions, especially after the COVID-19 disruptions.

By Mark Brown • 3 min read • Fri, 13th May 2022

Stories from Other Regions

COVID-19 stories

Datacom announces revenue of $1.45 billion, fall in profit
Datacom

Datacom announces revenue of $1.45 billion, fall in profit

Growing market pressures and border closures saw Datacom place increased focus on talent development initiatives for both existing and future employees.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Thu, 30th Jun 2022
How TruSens air purifiers can create healthier workspaces
EduTech

How TruSens air purifiers can create healthier workspaces

The pandemic has heightened our awareness of our own and others' health, and made us all much more conscious of the environments we work in.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Jun 2022
Online shopping up 31% this quarter - NZ Post report
Supply Chain

Online shopping up 31% this quarter - NZ Post report

Online shopping spending in New Zealand for Q1 2022 is up 31% YoY and a whopping 86% YoY, according to the NZ Post eCommerce Spotlight report.

By Jessie Chiang • 3 min read • Tue, 31st May 2022