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Workplace communications: The role of AI and audio-visual solutions
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AI and audio-visual technology are revolutionising workplace communications and increasing sustainability, set to automate 40% of the working day.
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Oracle unveils AI-based Smart Operations for supply chain efficacy
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Oracle has launched its Smart Operations feature, designed to enhance the performance of global supply chains by utilizing AI to increase productivity and visibility across operations.
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Oracle introduces generative AI to Fusion Cloud Applications Suite
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cx
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erp
Oracle is integrating generative AI into its Fusion Cloud Applications Suite to improve decision-making and user experience.
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How to calculate your utilization: Professional Services 101
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project management
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workflow automation
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productivity
Determining your consultancy's utilisation – involves assessing billable hours as a proportion of total hours worked, with automation offering time-saving calculation benefits.
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VIAVI rolls out market-first automated fibre optic test probe, INX 760
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productivity
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workflow solutions
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fibre optics
VIAVI Solutions introduced the first entirely automated probe microscope to its fibre optic testing solutions. The INX 760 speeds up inspection, boosting field operation efficiency.
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Dexory introduces advanced AI to boost UK warehouse efficiency
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ml
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productivity
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robotics
Dexory, a UK tech firm, has unveiled its AI-driven logistics engine, 'DexoryView', set to revolutionise warehouse efficiency with real-time analytics and improved decision-making powered by autonomous robots.
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Optus & RingCentral launch collaborative tool for Australian businesses
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cloud services
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ai
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productivity
Optus partners with AI solution provider RingCentral to launch a cloud-based collaboration platform for Australian businesses, a first-of-its-kind move aiming to foster productivity and flexibility.
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South Australian Government adopts Oracle for financial transformation
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bi
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digital transformation
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erp
The South Australian Government adopts Oracle's Cloud ERP and Fusion ERP analytics to boost productivity, cut costs and meet evolving legislation across its 51 state agencies.
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Monday.com expands APJ team with key appointments
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collaboration
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nz
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productivity
Work operating system monday.com boosts APJ team with key appointments, inducting Diana Terry as Head of Solution Engineering APJ and Elian Priel as Customer Success Lead APJ.
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Australian Proptech 'FLK it over' raises $2.5m to fuel growth
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business
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funding
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productivity
Australian proptech start-up 'FLK it over' capitalises on $2.5 million funding boost to fuel rapid growth, aiming to streamline the tenant signing process for real estate agents and diversify services.
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Persistent Systems unveils SASVA, enhancing enterprise AI capabilities
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ai
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constellation research
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productivity
Persistent Systems has shaken up the enterprise AI landscape with SASVA, a platform utilising machine learning to fast-track software releases and address technical debt.
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Singapore staff favour hybrid work models, study shows
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remote working
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singapore
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productivity
The majority of Singaporean professionals have voiced strong preferences for hybrid or entirely remote work, despite company endeavors to increase office attendance, a Global Workplace Guide survey reveals.
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Oracle shows new generative AI for Fusion Cloud Applications Suite
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cx
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seo
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sales
Oracle debuts generative AI features designed to enhance decision-making and user experiences across its Fusion Cloud Applications Suite, showcased at Oracle CloudWorld London.
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Dexory unveils AI-powered engine to transform UK warehouse operations
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ml
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productivity
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UK firm Dexory has unveiled an AI-powered logistics tool aimed at enhancing warehouse operations, inventory management and agility. The DexoryView platform presents real-time data insights and predictive analytics gathered by autonomous robots.
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Pax8 exits Kiwi MSP business with sale to previous Country Manager
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productivity
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nz
Tech veteran Ian Hassell launches Umbrellar Technology Group, a cloud-based managed service provider, boosting New Zealand enterprises' productivity and security.
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Heavy reliance on manual data tracking in supply chains
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productivity
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wakefield research
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supply chain & logistics
Findings from a LeanDNA and Wakefield Research survey highlight a high dependency on manual data-tracking in the supply chain sector.
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Australian fleet managers embrace tech to combat rising costs
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fleet management
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productivity
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gps
Amid expanding operational costs, Australian fleet managers increasingly adopt GPS fleet tracking and other tech solutions, significantly reducing fuel, labour, and maintenance costs, the 2024 Fleet Technology Trends Report reveals.
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Wolters Kluwer launches award-winning CCH iFirm in the UK
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compliance
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agility
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asia pacific
Wolters Kluwer TAA is launching its innovative cloud-based platform, CCH iFirm, in the UK, designed to boost efficiency and productivity in accounting and tax practices.
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'Beminded' to launch in New Zealand to boost tech productivity
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nz
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productivity
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oecd
In an effort to boost New Zealand's lagging productivity, Anna Bojlert's Beminded is set to launch its neuroscience-informed tech and human skills programme this month.
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IWD 2024: Transformative tech key to supporting student wellbeing
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apple pay
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netflix
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amazon
Higher Education institutions in the UK face considerable challenges as outdated tech intensifies problems around student wellbeing and retention.
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IWD 2024: How project management can be the ideal entry point into an exciting industry
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project management
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iwd
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productivity
Amid a male-dominated ICT sector, project management emerges as a fruitful career for ambitious women, offering exciting opportunities and flexibility.
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IWD 2024: Why it’s time for a raise for women in tech
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productivity
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iwd
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collaboration
New data exposes Australia's tech industry gender pay gap of 22.5%, underlining the urgent need to bolster fair compensation and career progression opportunities for women.
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IWD 2024: Lessons in empowerment, authenticity, and preparation
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autonomy
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sales
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productivity
Reflecting on International Women's Day 2024, a seasoned STEM professional discusses the invaluable lessons learnt from mentors advocating empowerment, authenticity and readiness.
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IWD 2024: The big risk of too few women in Aotearoa's tech sector
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cybersecurity
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engineering
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climate change
The scarcity of women in Aotearoa's tech sector, including cybersecurity, exacerbates risks of talent shortage, low productivity, staff turnover, and weaker business outcomes, experts warn.