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Complex hiring processes deter 70% of Australian job seekers
Human Capital Management

Complex hiring processes deter 70% of Australian job seekers

New research shows nearly 70% of Australian job applicants abandon applications due to complex hiring processes, creating a hiring crisis amid a 4.1% unemployment rate.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 20th May 2024
RecycleSmart secures $1.15 million to fuel national expansion
Power / Energy

RecycleSmart secures $1.15 million to fuel national expansion

RecycleSmart raises $1.15m from 1014 investors as demand for its innovative waste management services doubles. Expansion set to boost Australia's recycling efforts.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024

Global Stories

Transparency stories

New report reveals shifting consumer priorities in 2024 retail
Supply Chain

New report reveals shifting consumer priorities in 2024 retail

In 2024, transparency and pricing have overtaken next-day delivery as top consumer priorities, pushing retailers to refine logistics and embrace connected commerce, Linnworks reports.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 21st May 2024
Groundcover reveals TCO calculator slashing observability costs
Security Information and Event Management

Groundcover reveals TCO calculator slashing observability costs

Groundcover's TCO calculator revolutionises observability cost management, showing potential savings of over 86% compared to traditional solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 16th May 2024
BlackLine recognised as leader in I2C & R2R by ISG
Data Analytics

BlackLine recognised as leader in I2C & R2R by ISG

BlackLine has topped ISG's latest study in both the Invoice to Cash (I2C) and Record to Report (R2R) categories, marking a significant achievement.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024
Stibo Systems launches innovative Sustainability Data Cards
Digital Transformation

Stibo Systems launches innovative Sustainability Data Cards

Stibo Systems unveils Sustainability Data Cards, revolutionising businesses' ability to navigate sustainability regulations, improve decision-making, and foster transparency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024
Navigating compliance challenges: A strategic approach for IT decision-makers
Risk & Compliance

Navigating compliance challenges: A strategic approach for IT decision-makers

Unveiling the importance of a comprehensive compliance framework, this report guides IT decision-makers through the complexity of compliance challenges.

By Michael Aminzade • 6 min read • Mon, 13th May 2024
TikTok to join content authenticity initiative in fight against deepfakes
EduTech

TikTok to join content authenticity initiative in fight against deepfakes

TikTok pioneers digital transparency by joining the Content Authenticity Initiative and Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 10th May 2024
Lineaje launches Open-Source Manager to strengthen software chain security
Supply Chain

Lineaje launches Open-Source Manager to strengthen software chain security

Security firm Lineaje unveils revolutionary product, the Open-Source Manager (OSM), offering unprecedented transparency and risk management in the face of the vulnerability-laden open-source software components.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 8th May 2024
Tribble revolutionises RFP responses with game-changing AI technology
Data Privacy

Tribble revolutionises RFP responses with game-changing AI technology

Tribble, an AI-native company, revolutionises response to Requests for Proposals and Infosec queries by employing generative AI, automating processes to address traditional enterprise sales challenges.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 8th May 2024
Ververica boosts data security & transparency with new Trust Center
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Ververica boosts data security & transparency with new Trust Center

Streaming data provider Ververica boosts its data security following ISO 27001 certification and launches the Trust Center platform.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Tue, 7th May 2024
Cognizant & Microsoft deepen partnership to democratise GenAI
EduTech

Cognizant & Microsoft deepen partnership to democratise GenAI

Cognizant and Microsoft enhance partnership to bring Microsoft's generative AI, including the 365 Copilot tool, to millions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
SAS to launch new AI tools & advisory service for better governance
AI Models

SAS to launch new AI tools & advisory service for better governance

SAS aims to boost AI confidence and transparency with the unveiling of model cards and an AI Governance Advisory service, designed to mitigate AI risk and utilisation issues.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Apr 2024
Calvary applies Irish MEG digital audit tool in healthcare innovation
Risk & Compliance

Calvary applies Irish MEG digital audit tool in healthcare innovation

Australian healthcare provider Calvary partners with Irish firm MEG to enhance regulatory compliance and quality care through a digital auditing tool, marking an innovative step towards standardisation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Apr 2024
HiBob unveils Bob Hiring to enrich talent acquisition strategies
Unified Communications

HiBob unveils Bob Hiring to enrich talent acquisition strategies

HiBob unveils Bob Hiring, an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) designed to streamline the hiring process, acknowledging the vital role of the right talent in driving business growth.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2024
Cogo & Personetics introduce AI-powered sustainable banking
Fintech

Cogo & Personetics introduce AI-powered sustainable banking

Cogo partners with AI-firm Personetics, pioneering climate-conscious banking by aiding customers in understanding and managing their carbon footprints based on their spending habits.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Transparency stories

Manchester's Flowlio redefines project management with innovative SaaS solution
Software-as-a-Service

Manchester's Flowlio redefines project management with innovative SaaS solution

Manchester start-up Flowlio disrupts the market with an innovative SaaS solution and fundamentals training course, transforming project management practices across various sectors.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024