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AI boosts productivity but fails to transform team outcomes
Digital Transformation

AI boosts productivity but fails to transform team outcomes

AI use at work has surged, boosting individual productivity by 33%, yet most firms report little improvement in team performance or innovation outcomes.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 26th Sep 2025
AI boosts UK dental practice revenues by GBP £9 million & cuts missed calls
Customer Relationship Management

AI boosts UK dental practice revenues by GBP £9 million & cuts missed calls

AI receptionist boosts revenues by GBP £9 million and cuts missed calls across 65 UK dental practices, improving patient access and staff efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
Australian mid caps risk falling behind as large firms lead in AI
Open source

Australian mid caps risk falling behind as large firms lead in AI

Only 27% of ASX 200 firms reported AI use in 2025, lagging behind US and UK; large caps lead while mid caps risk falling behind in adoption.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
Global volatility exposes intercompany risks in Asia Pacific
Supply Chain

Global volatility exposes intercompany risks in Asia Pacific

Global volatility is revealing key risks in Asia Pacific firms' finance operations, with fragmented intercompany processes causing cash and compliance issues.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
AI-driven cyber threats rise as human error & outdated systems persist
Malware

AI-driven cyber threats rise as human error & outdated systems persist

AI-driven cyber threats in Australia have doubled, with human error and outdated systems leaving critical infrastructure vulnerable to attacks in 2025.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025

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UK electronics firms boost stock as lead times rise before Q4
Supply Chain

UK electronics firms boost stock as lead times rise before Q4

UK electronics firms are boosting stock and purchase orders ahead of Q4, responding to longer lead times and aiming to meet demand during key retail periods.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Sep 2025
Australian FHIRside forum set to boost digital health standards
Unified Communications

Australian FHIRside forum set to boost digital health standards

The Australian Digital Health Agency and HL7 Australia launch FHIRside, a weekly forum to boost healthcare interoperability and digital health standards.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Sep 2025
Australian organisations urged to upgrade legacy tech for cyber safety
Ransomware

Australian organisations urged to upgrade legacy tech for cyber safety

Australian organisations are urged to upgrade legacy technology amid rising cyber threats, with vulnerability in outdated systems and supply chains a key concern.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Sep 2025
Optus outage sparks calls for inquiry after three fatal errors
Optus

Optus outage sparks calls for inquiry after three fatal errors

An Optus network outage lasting up to ten hours disrupted Australia's emergency calls, linked to three deaths, prompting calls for a full government inquiry.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Sep 2025
UK online retailers lose revenue as returns outpace exchanges
Data Analytics

UK online retailers lose revenue as returns outpace exchanges

UK online retailers face revenue losses as returns hit 17.5%, highest globally, while exchanges lag at 5.8%, signalling urgent need for improved post-purchase strategies.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Sep 2025
Viva Energy selects Blue Yonder for OTR's AI retail overhaul
Digital Transformation

Viva Energy selects Blue Yonder for OTR's AI retail overhaul

Viva Energy Australia has chosen Blue Yonder to deliver AI-driven solutions, revamping OTR Group's convenience stores for improved inventory and customer experience.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
Australian finance departments accelerate AI & automation use
Data Analytics

Australian finance departments accelerate AI & automation use

Most Australian finance departments now widely use AI and automation, with 86% adopting AI and 99% employing automation in core operations, says study.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
Infotrust unifies cyber security & IT services nationwide
Data Protection

Infotrust unifies cyber security & IT services nationwide

Infotrust unites Spirit Technologies and Infotrust services to offer nationwide cyber security and IT support, backed by 250+ experts and a 24/7 Australian SOC.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
Insignia Financial partners with Google Cloud to drive AI rollout
Data Analytics

Insignia Financial partners with Google Cloud to drive AI rollout

Insignia Financial partners with Google Cloud to modernise infrastructure and boost AI, enhancing service for 1.5 million Australian customers and staff skills.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
Open Banking could boost Australia by AUD $10 billion annually
Digital Transformation

Open Banking could boost Australia by AUD $10 billion annually

Open Banking in Australia could boost the economy by AUD $10 billion annually as consumer data sharing and digital services usage rapidly grow.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
PayPal provides $1.5 billion in flexible loans to Aussie SMBs
Fintech

PayPal provides $1.5 billion in flexible loans to Aussie SMBs

PayPal Australia has loaned over AUD $1.5 billion to 13,000+ SMBs via its flexible Working Capital programme, offering swift funding without collateral.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
Regulations & AI reshape customer experience in Australia
Digital Transformation

Regulations & AI reshape customer experience in Australia

Recent APRA rules and rising outages have pushed Australian firms to prioritise reliable, AI-driven customer experiences over mere interface design.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025