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Peacock Bros barcode tech streamlines food charity warehouse
Mobile Device Management

Peacock Bros barcode tech streamlines food charity warehouse

Peacock Bros has introduced automated barcode tech to streamline warehouse work for Australia's top hunger charity amid soaring demand for food aid in Victoria.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 19th May 2025
Tech leaders join Vinnies CEO Sleepout for homelessness aid
IT Industry

Tech leaders join Vinnies CEO Sleepout for homelessness aid

Leaders from the IT sector are set to join the Vinnies CEO Sleepout on 19 June 2025, raising funds to support homelessness services in Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Australian not-for-profit sector faces tech advancement hurdles
Digital Transformation

Australian not-for-profit sector faces tech advancement hurdles

Australia's Not-for-Profit sector is struggling with technology adoption, facing major challenges in digital capabilities, according to Infoxchange's latest report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Consent Labs expands in Victoria amid growing demand for education
EduTech

Consent Labs expands in Victoria amid growing demand for education

Consent Labs expands operations in Victoria to meet demand for consent education, supported by a Federal Government investment of AUD $117.6 million.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
Adobe Express simplifies content creation for SMBs & non-profits
Unified Communications

Adobe Express simplifies content creation for SMBs & non-profits

Adobe Express has unveiled updates to ease content creation for solopreneurs and SMBs, enhancing workflows without extra AI costs.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Sep 2024

Global Stories

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Yavrio raises USD $2.4m to streamline ERP systems
Digital Transformation

Yavrio raises USD $2.4m to streamline ERP systems

Yavrio, a fintech firm in London, has raised USD $2.4 million in seed funding to transform ERP systems by eliminating error-prone CSV file imports.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Sat, 1st Feb 2025
FedEx Cares campaign donates 3,600 kg of essentials
Supply Chain

FedEx Cares campaign donates 3,600 kg of essentials

FedEx team members in the Asia Pacific have volunteered over 1,000 hours, donating 3,600 kg of essential supplies to support local communities.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Adobe launches Acrobat at reduced rate for nonprofits
Document Management

Adobe launches Acrobat at reduced rate for nonprofits

Adobe has launched Acrobat for Nonprofits, offering organisations access to its document management solutions at a significantly reduced rate of USD $15 per user annually.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
WorkBuzz acquires Agenda Consulting to boost NFP engagement
Human Capital Management

WorkBuzz acquires Agenda Consulting to boost NFP engagement

WorkBuzz has acquired Agenda Consulting to enhance engagement services for global not-for-profits, combining expertise to support employee and volunteer experiences.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Nebula & Ampito form global partnership for IT services boost
Data Analytics

Nebula & Ampito form global partnership for IT services boost

Nebula Global Services partners with IT specialist Ampito to fast-track global expansion. The collaboration leverages Nebula's network and sustainability focus.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Sep 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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Waipuna Hospice to optimise logistics with Middlebank review
Supply Chain

Waipuna Hospice to optimise logistics with Middlebank review

Waipuna Hospice partners with Middlebank Consulting Group to enhance logistics, cut costs, and boost efficiency, securing sustainable care for life-limiting illnesses.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2025
Cricut partners with Māori artists for Matariki charity designs
Unified Communications

Cricut partners with Māori artists for Matariki charity designs

Cricut teams up with Māori artists to launch Matariki-themed designs, donating proceeds to Māori charities and boosting Indigenous art globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Jun 2025
Mobile app usage in Indonesia soars during Ramadan period
Gaming

Mobile app usage in Indonesia soars during Ramadan period

Mobile app usage in Indonesia has surged during Ramadan, with shopping sessions up 11%, highlighting the cultural significance of the holy month.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
Neighbourly & Microsoft launch AI training for charities
Generative AI

Neighbourly & Microsoft launch AI training for charities

A new initiative by Neighbourly and Microsoft aims to train up to 100,000 learners in AI skills, addressing the charity sector's digital challenges by June.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Kerv partners with Retail Trust to boost retail staff well-being
Digital Transformation

Kerv partners with Retail Trust to boost retail staff well-being

Kerv has teamed up with the Retail Trust to enhance the well-being of retail workers in the UK, aiming to alleviate pressures and improve support services.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 27th Jan 2025
Kiwi charities urged to prioritise expert IT over volunteers
Digital Transformation

Kiwi charities urged to prioritise expert IT over volunteers

Not-for-profits are urged to prioritise specialised IT expertise over volunteer support to enhance security and operational efficiency, warns Kinetics' Andrew Hunt.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Ecommpay wins two prestigious awards at compliance event
Clean technologies

Ecommpay wins two prestigious awards at compliance event

Ecommpay has claimed two honours at the Compliance Register Platinum Awards 2024, recognising its excellence in marketing and compliance efforts.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024