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MYOB highlights links between digitisation and Australia's economy
Fintech

MYOB highlights links between digitisation and Australia's economy

Small businesses in Australia are failing to digitise, costing the nation's economy $10 billion, according to MYOB.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 11th May 2021

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Paperless office practices on the rise as COVID-19 speeds up digitisation - study
Digital Transformation

Paperless office practices on the rise as COVID-19 speeds up digitisation - study

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a significant increase in the need for paperless office practices, according to a new report by Foxit Software.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 4th May 2021
Qumulo expands into APAC market, extends HPE partnership
Health Technologies

Qumulo expands into APAC market, extends HPE partnership

Qumulo is expanding its global presence to Asia Pacific, and has extended its strategic partnership with Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) for the region.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Apr 2021
Transforming the finance department: is your enterprise trucking or trailing?
Fintech

Transforming the finance department: is your enterprise trucking or trailing?

Australian enterprises are prioritizing automation and digitization to avoid future disruptions, according to research.

By Claudia Pirko • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Apr 2021
Skill Finder wins $2.7m grant from Australian Government
Digitisation

Skill Finder wins $2.7m grant from Australian Government

Australian Government grants $2.7 million to Skill Finder, a digital micro-skills marketplace, to offer free training to workers affected by COVID-19.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Apr 2021
ABB and Nozomi Networks extend collaboration, deliver improved OT security solutions
IoT Security

ABB and Nozomi Networks extend collaboration, deliver improved OT security solutions

ABB and Nozomi Networks join forces to address growing demand for improved OT cybersecurity solutions in energy and process industries.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Mar 2021
Asian cloud providers maintain strong reputation in the region
Digitisation

Asian cloud providers maintain strong reputation in the region

Asian businesses prefer Asian cloud providers due to their better understanding of the Asian mindset, according to a survey commissioned by Alibaba Cloud.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Jan 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Veeam?
Virtualisation

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Veeam?

Veeam's senior global technologist speaks on the great shift to a digital economy and organizations' investments in digital platforms.

By Nick Forrester • 6 min read • Tue, 8th Dec 2020
Australia recognised as leading nation for digital readiness, but is it enough?
Unified Communications

Australia recognised as leading nation for digital readiness, but is it enough?

Australia ranks high on the Digital Readiness Index but requires increased investment to ensure digital inclusivity and resilience, according to Cisco's study.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Fri, 13th Nov 2020
65% of APAC GDP to be digitised between now and 2023 — IDC
Risk & Compliance

65% of APAC GDP to be digitised between now and 2023 — IDC

65% of the GDP of the APAC region is expected to be digitised by 2023, with spending reaching $1.2tn, according to IDC.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Nov 2020
Singapore's Government invests heavily in ICT market following COVID-19
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

Singapore's Government invests heavily in ICT market following COVID-19

Singapore to invest in ICT market recovery after COVID-19, with enterprise market value forecasted to grow by 3% in 2021, says GlobalData.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Oct 2020
Application management revenue to reach $21.5bn across APAC
Internet of Things

Application management revenue to reach $21.5bn across APAC

APAC application management revenue to reach $21.5bn by 2024, driven by process automation and adoption of Industrial IoT, says GlobalData.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Sep 2020
Repurposing product offerings for business continuity and DX vital for APAC tech vendors
Unified Communications

Repurposing product offerings for business continuity and DX vital for APAC tech vendors

APAC tech vendors must revamp product offerings to drive business continuity and digital transformation post-COVID-19, says new GlobalData research.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Jun 2020
ICT spending in UAE to reach US$23bn by 2024
Data Analytics

ICT spending in UAE to reach US$23bn by 2024

The UAE's ICT spending is set to soar to USD $23bn by 2024, driven by digitalisation and booming tech adoption sectors, per GlobalData's latest research.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Mar 2020
Aussie company launches new workforce optimisation software
Data Analytics

Aussie company launches new workforce optimisation software

Smart WFM, the Australian HR workforce management consultancy, has launched Apitome software suite to help businesses optimise their workforces.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2019

Stories from Other Regions

Digitisation stories

Rackspace Technology opens new Singapore office
Microsoft

Rackspace Technology opens new Singapore office

Rackspace Technology expands Singapore operations, doubling office space and planning 25% increase in headcount.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Oct 2020
Alibaba Cloud backs Singapore SMEs during COVID-19 struggles
Partner Programmes

Alibaba Cloud backs Singapore SMEs during COVID-19 struggles

Alibaba Cloud sees over 50% surge in demand for cloud technologies from SMEs in Singapore due to COVID-19 Circuit Break measures.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Aug 2020