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AI adoption drives energy use surge in Australia & New Zealand

A report warns of a surge in energy consumption from AI adoption in Australia and New Zealand, with IT managers largely unaware of the environmental impact.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024

Generative AI

Exclusive: Smartsheet's VP talks all things AI and expansion

Smartsheet's VP for APJ, Nigel Mendonca, has revealed the company's AI innovations and expansion strategies, bridging global work management gaps.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024

Customer Experience

Exclusive: DataStax thrives with AI-driven customer success

DataStax's Warren Schilpzand has discussed leveraging AI for customer success, highlighting projects with Priceline, Macquarie Bank, and APAC market growth.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024

Artificial Intelligence

Ingram Micro launches AI readiness service for SMBs in ANZ

Ingram Micro has introduced an AI readiness service for SMBs in Australia and New Zealand, offering tools, workshops, and support to enhance Microsoft 365 AI capabilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024

Customers

Seagate appoints Futoshi Niizuma as Asia-Pacific VP

Seagate Technology names Futoshi Niizuma as vice president for Asia-Pacific and Japan, aiming to bolster regional sales and technical support under his leadership.

By Imee Dequito • 1 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024

Health Technologies

Sektor named sole ANZ distributor for HAT Collective products

Sektor appointed as exclusive ANZ distributor for HAT Collective, set to introduce ergonomic office furniture solutions to the region, enhancing workplace comfort.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024

Storage

Pure Storage provides glimpse of the future of data storage management

Mark Jobbins has discussed revolutionary data management and AI innovations, emphasising sustainability and simplified solutions ahead of major announcements.

By Melania Watson • 6 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024

Software-as-a-Service

Rethinking physical security creates new partner opportunities

Organisations shifting to hybrid-cloud models for physical security are unveiling lucrative opportunities for channel partners to aid in their transition and innovation.

By Djeffri Setiawan • 7 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024

Marketing Technologies

Kore.ai appoints Richard Oldham as Head of Pre-Sales for ANZ

Kore.ai names Richard Oldham as Head of Pre-Sales for Australia and New Zealand to enhance regional presence and provide robust technical support.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024

Clean technologies

Why SAP Concur believes innovation and efficiency is key

SAP Concur continues to strive in producing effective ways to simplify business travel and expense management.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024

Recruitment

Survey reveals key challenges for SMEs in Australia & NZ

A Pin Payments survey reveals Australian SMEs are most concerned about cybercrime, while New Zealand SMEs struggle with late payments, economic hardships hitting both.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024

Stories from Other Regions

New Zealand (NZ) stories

Power / Energy

Mercury NZ transforms finance with Workday cloud solution

Mercury NZ adopts Workday's cloud-based financial system to modernise its finance function, enhancing strategic decision-making.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024

Risk & Compliance

Datacom returns to profit, unveils strategic transformation plan

Datacom rebounds to NZD $41 million pre-tax profit, unveiling a strategic transformation plan to bolster future growth and AI adoption across its operations.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024

Partner Programmes

FUJIFILM seeks partners in Napier & Nelson for new programme

FUJIFILM Business Innovation New Zealand expands its Growth Partners Programme, seeking tech-savvy individuals in Napier and Nelson to aid local businesses.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024

Productivity

NZ businesses shift from survival to growth, says 2degrees study

A study by 2degrees reveals that New Zealand businesses are shifting from survival to growth, with more firms thriving and optimistic about future revenue.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024

Customer Experience

ShipStation unveils new features ahead of Australian EOFY sales

ShipStation has launched new features to aid Australian retailers in optimising shipping processes, anticipating an AUD $800 million boost in EOFY sales.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024

Marketing Technologies

Snapchat unveils new safety features to protect young users

Snapchat unveils new safety features to combat sextortion and bullying, ensuring young users in New Zealand and beyond are better protected online.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024

Unified Communications

Logitech launches AI-powered, eco-friendly camera

Logitech's MeetUp 2, an AI-powered USB conferencing camera with a focus on sustainability, promises to enhance virtual meetings.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024

Hybrid Cloud

Microsoft & CCL partner to launch the NZ Azure cloud region

Microsoft partners with CCL to launch its first New Zealand hyperscale cloud region, empowering local companies like Scales Corp to enhance resiliency and optimise costs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024

Generative AI

Deane Jessep joins StreamGenius AI as new Chief Operating Officer

StreamGenius AI appoints Deane Jessep as COO to drive generative AI innovation, positioning itself as a leader in AI consultancy and solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Sat, 22nd Jun 2024