Automation stories

Australian retailers urged to future-proof supply chains and embrace tech as US tariffs create uncertainty, with 66% prioritising global expansion despite rising costs.

Proofpoint launches two new cybersecurity platforms aimed at unifying threat protection and data security across multiple channels and environments.

AnswerRocket has acquired Cognitive Spark to enhance AI-driven data science solutions, enabling faster, enterprise-wide insights using agentic artificial intelligence.

AvePoint updates its Elements Platform with enhanced security and management features to help MSPs scale operations and protect client data effectively.

Australian and New Zealand firms are rapidly expanding AI agent investments, with 91% deeming it vital for staying competitive, says Cloudera survey.

Celonis leads Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Process Mining Platforms, excelling in execution and vision for the third consecutive year.

AI-driven automation could displace 600,000 Malaysian jobs by 2028, but reskilling efforts aim to create high-value roles and boost the economy.

SnapLogic partners with Glean to integrate enterprise data and AI, aiming to streamline workflows and enhance AI capabilities across organisations.

OneShot.ai has launched Execution OS, a platform combining AI with human expertise to improve sales and marketing go-to-market strategies.

New research reveals organisations ramp up SaaS security budgets yet face persistent risks in data protection and access control amid growing adoption.

Check Point Software is named Leader and sole Outperformer in GigaOm’s Enterprise Firewall report for its AI-driven Quantum Security Solutions.

Finance leaders in Australia and New Zealand are adopting AI for efficiency but miss growth potential due to limited collaboration between finance and IT teams.

Hitachi Vantara has launched new guarantees for its VSP One platform to boost enterprise storage with assured performance, cyber resilience, and up to 40% lower carbon footprint.

Aussie Broadband has boosted operational efficiency by up to 30% with a new SUSE Rancher Prime cloud platform, enhancing service reliability for 780,000 users.

AI-driven pricing is transforming retail and eCommerce, enabling businesses to adjust prices in real time and boost profits amid seasonal demand shifts.

Kiteworks and Wasabi Technologies partner to deliver secure, cost-effective cloud storage and file transfer targeting regulated industries including healthcare and finance.

Gurucul unveils Self-Driving SIEM with AI agents to automate security tasks, cutting costs by 40% and boosting analyst productivity in threat management.

QuikBot Technologies appoints three senior executives to bolster leadership and attract capital for expanding its autonomous urban logistics platform globally.

FireMon has strengthened its global team by recruiting four former Skybox Security sales leaders to boost its network security policy management worldwide.

New research highlights that inefficiencies in UK accountancy firms are causing a staggering GBP £5.328 billion loss in potential annual revenue, equating to 16% of their earnings.