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Australian HR professionals optimistic about AI benefits
Human Capital Management

Australian HR professionals optimistic about AI benefits

Research from the Australian HR Institute reveals that 86% of HR professionals expect AI to boost productivity, despite concerns over data security.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Australian firms forecast 15% growth with tech focus
Artificial Intelligence

Australian firms forecast 15% growth with tech focus

Australian firms are poised for 15% growth in 2025, driven by investments in technology, with 92% planning to maintain or increase software budgets.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Australian SMEs tackle skill shortages with new strategies
Human Capital Management

Australian SMEs tackle skill shortages with new strategies

A new report reveals that 65% of Australian small business owners are struggling with skill shortages, while 25% have not recovered from COVID-19 impacts.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024

Global Stories

Upskilling stories

KnowBe4 named among 2025 best IT workplaces by Computerworld
Data Analytics

KnowBe4 named among 2025 best IT workplaces by Computerworld

KnowBe4 has been named one of the top IT workplaces for 2025 by Computerworld, securing 23rd place in the midsize organisation category.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Leaping over the auto industry's skills gap
Data Analytics

Leaping over the auto industry's skills gap

The automotive repair sector is facing a skills gap as AI transforms vehicles, demanding technicians proficient in modern diagnostics and training methods.

By Chris Iavocou • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
The future of jobs is much closer than you think
Data Science

The future of jobs is much closer than you think

As AI reshapes the job landscape, Microsoft plans to train one million Australians and New Zealanders in new skills, highlighting an urgent need for adaptation.

By Olivia Dyet • 5 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Eric Sydell on the future of scalable AI in businesses
Generative AI

Eric Sydell on the future of scalable AI in businesses

Eric Sydell, CEO of Vero AI, outlines key strategies for scalable AI integration in businesses, emphasising enhanced workflows and AI literacy for 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Supply chain trends 2025: cybersecurity & AI focus
Digital Transformation

Supply chain trends 2025: cybersecurity & AI focus

FourKites experts forecast that supply chain trends in 2025 will focus heavily on cybersecurity, AI innovation, and data normalisation.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
Have you built an AI strategy for your finance function?
Data Analytics

Have you built an AI strategy for your finance function?

As AI transforms finance operations, many firms lack a clear strategy for its integration, risking inefficiencies and missed opportunities.

By Annexa • 6 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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ASEAN firms lead APJ region in AI for HR functions
Digital Transformation

ASEAN firms lead APJ region in AI for HR functions

A Workday study reveals that over a third of ASEAN organisations view employee upskilling as a key priority amid challenges in talent management.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2024
Skillsoft integrates with SAP for enhanced skills insights
Human Capital Management

Skillsoft integrates with SAP for enhanced skills insights

Skillsoft has launched a new integration with SAP's talent intelligence hub, aiming to bolster workforce skills insights for UK businesses amid skills shortages.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2024
Devoli automates services, saves over NZD $20,000 annually
Unified Communications

Devoli automates services, saves over NZD $20,000 annually

Devoli has integrated automation bots in its Customer Success and Finance teams, improving efficiency and 24/7 service without rising costs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Dec 2024
Microsoft opens first hyperscale data centre in New Zealand
Power / Energy

Microsoft opens first hyperscale data centre in New Zealand

Microsoft has launched its first hyperscale data centre in New Zealand, enhancing local productivity and promising significant tech advancements.

By Nona Pelletier • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Jobstreet Express celebrates a year of impact in Singapore
Seek

Jobstreet Express celebrates a year of impact in Singapore

Jobstreet Express by SEEK celebrates its first anniversary, significantly impacting semi-skilled hiring in Singapore amid ongoing workforce challenges.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024
AI confidence crisis prompts urgent call for UK upskilling
eLearning

AI confidence crisis prompts urgent call for UK upskilling

A recent survey reveals a significant AI confidence crisis in the UK workforce, with 74% of employees worried about integrating AI into their roles.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
EY survey: Upskilling, regulation slow AI adoption in Europe
Data Science

EY survey: Upskilling, regulation slow AI adoption in Europe

A new EY survey reveals that European financial services are struggling to adopt Generative AI, with only 9% of firms feeling advanced in its integration.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
UK employees lead Europe in AI workplace adoption
Human Capital Management

UK employees lead Europe in AI workplace adoption

UK employees lead Europe in workplace AI adoption, with 25% using AI daily and trust in the tools steadily rising.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024