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AI and recruitment - let's keep the HUMAN in 'human resources'

As AI transforms recruitment, it's essential to ensure technology enhances human oversight, not replaces it, maintaining fairness and ethical hiring practices.

By Olivia Dyet • 7 min read • Mon, 2nd Sep 2024

Artificial Intelligence

Datacom named strategic partner for Windows 11 in ANZ region

Datacom has been named a strategic partner for Windows 11 in Australia and New Zealand, aiming to help organisations transition before Windows 10 support ends.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

Unified Communications

ControlUp named leader in digital employee experience tools

ControlUp has been named a Leader in Gartner's first Magic Quadrant for Digital Employee Experience Tools, highlighting its innovation and market influence.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

Internet of Things

Middlebank forms strategic alliance with Freterium in TMS deal

Middlebank Consulting Group has joined forces with Freterium to offer advanced Transportation Management System solutions in Australia and New Zealand.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

Marketing Technologies

Adobe launches Workfront Planning to streamline marketing campaigns

Adobe launches Adobe Workfront Planning with generative AI to streamline marketing campaigns, providing marketers with a unified platform to boost efficiency and personalisation.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

Productivity

Australia's tech sector grapples with severe skills shortages

Australia faces mounting tech sector challenges due to severe skills shortages, Hays report reveals, ranking the nation fourth globally for talent deficits.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024

IT Automation

The three things businesses are getting wrong with automation

Many businesses are failing in their automation efforts due to poor diagnostics, a narrow focus on FTE boosts, and reactive project approaches, warns expert Ryan Stuchbery.

By Avec Global • 5 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2024

Unified Communications

Jamf teams up with Okta to enhance security for Apple devices

Jamf joins Okta Elevate Partner Program to boost synergy in Apple device management, aiming for seamless security and innovation in cloud identity solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Productivity stories

Encryption

Solving the connectivity conundrum in UK office buildings

A recent survey reveals poor office mobile connectivity affects 70% of UK hybrid workers, with 55% finding better connections at home, impacting productivity and stress.

By Steven Try • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2024

Digital Transformation

How Australian manufacturers use ERP to be more competitive

Australian manufacturers are boosting their global competitiveness by integrating ERP systems, enhancing efficiency, productivity, and resilience.

By James Robinson • 5 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2024

Customer Experience

Working smarter not harder: Four ways AI can support your business

AI is reshaping Kiwi businesses with Meta's AI tools across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, offering smarter solutions for marketing, customer service, and data insights.

By Spencer Bailey • 4 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2024

Marketing Technologies

Salesforce study: AI a top priority for Australian executives

A YouGov survey for Salesforce reveals 81% of Australian business leaders prioritise generative AI, with 50% already having clear strategies and 42% developing them.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2024

Unified Communications

What is the Auckland tech hiring market experiencing?

Auckland's tech hiring market sees cautious optimism as Reserve Bank rate cuts uplift sentiment, but slow recovery and 'brain drain' pose challenges.

By Kara Smith • 5 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

Human Capital Management

How financial wellness programs can help companies save big

Implementing financial wellness programs can help Australian companies save significantly by reducing absenteeism and staff turnover, boosting productivity.

By Nicole Kelly • 4 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

Digital Transformation

Deloitte & Canva form strategic alliance to boost productivity

Deloitte Australia and Canva have teamed up in a pioneering alliance to enhance branded content creation and boost productivity through generative AI solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

Data Analytics

Spirent Communications modernises with SnapLogic GenAI integration

Spirent Communications sees a productivity boost after adopting SnapLogic's GenAI platform; the automation tool trim maintenance costs by 90% and enhances sales efficiency by 5%.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

Robotics

Unlocking AI: Strategic moves to revolutionise the food sector

Australia's food sector eyes AI to boost efficiency and transparency. While major firms embrace AI, smaller players need strategic guidance to leverage its benefits.

By Todd Redwood • 5 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2024

Health Technologies

nib New Zealand reports NZD $21.2m profit for FY24

nib New Zealand reports a NZD $21.2 million operating profit for FY24 and a 3.1% increase in policyholders, navigating economic and healthcare challenges.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Aug 2024