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Westmill adopts Beacon AI to streamline logistics ops

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Westmill deploys Beacon AI workspace to unify shipment tracking and automate invoice checks, cutting logistics bottlenecks and email back-and-forth.
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Gamma & Red Cactus expand CRM-UCaaS links in Europe

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Gamma and Red Cactus have agreed a Europe-wide tie-up to bring Bubble-powered CRM and ERP integrations to Gamma’s UCaaS partner network.
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Talkdesk unveils new AI tools for retail & consumer goods

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Talkdesk unveils Commerce Orchestration and Consumer Goods Experience Cloud to coordinate AI-driven retail journeys end to end.
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Widdop launches first Softies direct-to-consumer site

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Widdop launches its first direct-to-consumer eCommerce site for Softies plush toys, marking a major digital shift for the 140-year-old brand.
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B2B data cleansing: Improving business data quality

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Clean B2B data boosts marketing, sales and compliance; profiling, validating and standardising records cuts waste and sharpens decisions.
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Zespri speeds NZD $70m claims with SAP automation push

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Zespri taps SAP cloud to automate over NZD $70m in annual quality claims, slashing processing times and boosting consistency worldwide.
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AutoStore boosts Arvato UK warehouse capacity by 30%

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AutoStore and Arvato expand Hams Hall automation, boosting UK warehouse capacity over 30% and lifting peak throughput to 26,000 orders daily.
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AI to Transform Procurement via Data and Security Leads

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AI is set to transform procurement by 2026, making data governance, security and human-machine collaboration central to buying decisions.
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Devoli marks record fifth year in Deloitte growth index

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Devoli becomes first to appear five years running in Deloitte New Zealand’s Masters of Growth Index, capping a 478% revenue surge.
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The hidden cost of dirty data in B2B-and how to fix it

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Dirty B2B data silently drains revenue; smart cleansing, automation and best practice can revive performance and protect your brand.
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AI customs tools blamed for errors as calls for rules rise

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AI customs tools blamed for shipment delays and fines as experts warn of compliance gaps and urge tighter regulation to rebuild trust.
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Continental appoints Rohit Markan to lead APAC growth

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Continental taps Rohit Markan to spearhead Asia Pacific industrial growth as it readies ContiTech spin-off and targets regional expansion.
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Hyvä makes Magento frontend open source to boost global reach

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Hyvä has made its Magento front-end solution free and open source, aiming to help smaller retailers worldwide access advanced eCommerce technology.
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4 real AI shifts that will define procurement in 2026

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By 2026, AI will transform procurement with specialised models, transparent governance, autonomous agents, and new security standards boosting trust and efficiency.
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Australian B2B supply chains hampered by outdated fulfilment tech

Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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A survey reveals 92% of Australian B2B supply chain leaders face inefficiencies from outdated fulfilment tech, impacting costs and customer service.
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PushON Commerce acquires Pixel Kicks to boost digital services

Mon, 17th Nov 2025
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Manchester's PushON Commerce has acquired Pixel Kicks, merging expertise to expand digital marketing and eCommerce services across multiple sectors.
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Simon de Winter Group partners with MCG for supply chain revamp

Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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Simon de Winter Group teams up with Middlebank Consulting Group to digitally transform its supply chain, boosting efficiency across Australia and New Zealand.
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LG posts AUD $23.4B revenue as home & vehicle units shine

Mon, 3rd Nov 2025
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LG Electronics posts AUD $23.4B revenue in Q3 2025, driven by strong growth in home appliances and vehicle solutions despite market challenges.
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m3ter upgrades Salesforce package for flexible usage-based billing

Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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m3ter upgrades its Salesforce package with advanced pricing and two-way data synchronisation to support flexible, usage-based billing for B2B software firms.
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PushON appoints trio of senior developers to boost growth plans

Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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Manchester-based digital agency PushON appoints three senior developers with over 50 years' experience to support growth and enhance eCommerce platforms.