Business strategy stories
GenAI promises manufacturing boost but firms lack readiness
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Manufacturers see generative AI as key to transformation but 92% lack the tech and policies needed, says NTT DATA research across 34 countries.
Half of UK firms regret AI job cuts, turning to reskilling
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New research reveals 39% of UK firms made AI-driven redundancies, with over half now regretting these decisions amid workforce and productivity concerns.
Intralink opens offices in India to drive cross-border growth
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Intralink opens offices in New Delhi and Mumbai, appointing new leaders to boost cross-border business in India’s fast-growing market.
SmartBear appoints Nate Lewis to drive AI growth & M&A strategy
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SmartBear appoints Nate Lewis as SVP of Corporate Development to lead M&A strategy and transform the company into an AI-native organisation.
CFOs face challenges turning AI investments into business profits
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A study reveals 71% of global CFOs struggle to monetise AI despite recognising its critical role, with only 29% having effective revenue models in place.
UK software deployment delays cost IT teams GBP £107,000 a year
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UK firms face average four-month delays in software rollouts, costing GBP £107,000 per IT team annually due to skill shortages and lack of automation.
Rubrik expands executive team, appoints Kavitha Mariappan CTxO
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Rubrik appoints Kavitha Mariappan as Chief Transformation Officer to drive cyber resilience and client engagement amid rising digital threats.
Titan of Tech - Jayme Fishman of Avalara
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Jayme Fishman, Avalara’s President since 2020, leads a global team focused on AI-driven tax compliance and transforming e-invoicing worldwide.
Cybersecurity seen by 85% of CEOs as critical for business growth
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A global survey reveals 85% of CEOs see cybersecurity as vital for business growth, highlighting its role beyond protection to strategic enablement.
London leads UK in AI adoption as North faces growing gap
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Survey reveals stark AI adoption gap: 82% of London firms value AI for strategy, against 44% in the North, urging northern businesses to act fast.
FLOW Digital Infrastructure appoints Sanjay Goel as CEO
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FLOW Digital Infrastructure appoints Sanjay Goel as CEO to spearhead growth in Asia Pacific's data centre market, supported by new commercial and operations chiefs.
Canadian firms achieve 43% ROI in generative AI adoption
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Canadian organisations report a 43% ROI from generative AI initiatives, exceeding the global average of 41%, driven by cost savings and revenue gains.
Exclusive: How Proofpoint's partnership with Microsoft is enhancing security
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Proofpoint has partnered with Microsoft to enhance cybersecurity for shared customers, focusing on economic value and addressing generative AI threats.
Exclusive: DBS bets on AI to scale customer-centric banking
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DBS Bank is leveraging generative AI to enhance customer-centric banking, aiming to unlock over SGD $1 billion in value by 2024 as it embraces digital transformation.
Rippling & Loop join forces to enhance HR in Australia
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Rippling has partnered with Loop Business Consulting to enhance HR processes for Australia's small and medium-sized enterprises, tackling payroll errors and compliance risks.
ANZ firms prioritise AI but face talent & data issues
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Australian and New Zealand organisations are surpassing global counterparts in generative AI investments, yet face rising staffing costs and data challenges.
Upskilling initiatives key to Australian business success
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A recent Udemy study reveals that upskilling initiatives are crucial for Australian businesses combatting employee disengagement and driving economic adaptability.
Navigating uncertainty: How CFOs can build resilience in a volatile 2025
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As Australian CFOs face escalating economic volatility, prioritising digital transformation and unified data systems becomes essential for resilience and strategic growth.
Unisphere NZ joins M-Files to boost business productivity
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document management
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M-Files has welcomed Unisphere Solutions New Zealand into its Partner Program, aiming to boost productivity and streamline business processes through advanced automation.
Why tech founders risk falling behind - fast
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In the fast-paced tech industry, founders risk stagnation by prioritising speed over strategic learning, potentially overlooking vital market shifts.