COVID-19 stories - Page 8
Why employees never want to give up remote work
Thu, 3rd Mar 2022
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hybrid & remote work
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productivity
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wfh
While there is some desire to return to the office, most employees want to continue working from in some capacity, according to a recent report.
Customers leaving in droves, companies struggle to rebound
Wed, 2nd Mar 2022
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Australian customers are leaving at extraordinary rates and most companies are ill-prepared to counter this trend in the rebound from the pandemic.
Hospitality sector uses cloud-based analytics as it roars back to life
Tue, 1st Mar 2022
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data analytics
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public cloud
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martech
Cloud-based system, hospoIQ, offers business intelligence for the hospitality sector in New Zealand and Australia.
Ransomware attacks double in 2021, rise 93% - report
Thu, 24th Feb 2022
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
The findings build upon a gradual but noticeable rise in ransomware attacks since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
Financial pressures drive construction tech growth as the industry seeks solutions
Wed, 23rd Feb 2022
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cloud services
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construction
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oem
Payapps has found increased adoption of digital technology is unlocking industry payment blocks, despite COVID-19 continuing to disrupt the supply chain.
2022: A year of deep suspicion and stronger access controls
Mon, 21st Feb 2022
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malware
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supply chain & logistics
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zero trust security
COVID-19-induced supply chain disruptions have increased cyber risk. The solution? Embrace a zero trust approach, says Delinea APAC VP Wahab Yusoff.
Metaverse pushes extended reality market spend to $4.84 billion
Fri, 18th Feb 2022
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digital transformation
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ar, vr & metaverse
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edge ai
The COVID-19 pandemic quickened the pace of digital transformation, placing technologies at the very centre of how people live and work.
JobAdder reveals how COVID-19 has impacted recruitment
Thu, 17th Feb 2022
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jobs
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recruitment
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talent
Job growth in Australia experienced a slight decline in Q4 2021 as the Omicron variant spread, according to the 2021 JobAdder Global Industry Report.
Study shows Australians prioritise protection over convenience
Wed, 16th Feb 2022
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gaming
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
A recent study by McAfee has identified the shifts in needs, attitudes, and actions that will impact Australia in 2022.
How franchisees can benefit from card-linked, frictionless rewards programs
Wed, 16th Feb 2022
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cx
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martech
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loyalty programmes
Franchise owners are re-evaluating business priorities and making renewed commitments to improving customer experience due to the fallout of COVID-19.
The coaching platform that's worked with Coca Cola, Lacoste and European Bank acquires Klaiton
Wed, 16th Feb 2022
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it training
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digital transformation
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hcm
CoachHub has acquired the coaching division of market leader Klaiton, consolidating its position in digital coaching.
Edge AI adoption to explode in 2022 - ABI Research
Tue, 15th Feb 2022
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
The COVID-19 pandemic quickened the pace of digital transformation, placing technologies at the very centre of how people live and work, ABI Research states.
New data center marks Philippines status as global leader
Mon, 14th Feb 2022
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uc
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ddos
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datacentre infrastructure
Beeinfotech PH opens The Hive, the largest telco-neutral data center in the Philippines, to support infrastructure growth and meet rising demand.
Forrester's forecast for the APAC tech market indicates a 6.2% growth in 2022
Wed, 9th Feb 2022
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supply chain & logistics
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cloud services
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inflation
Forrester expects vaccination rates, and the reopening of economies will produce more sustained tech market growth, on par with or higher than before COVID-19.
Smarter.ai has announced its £1 million pre-seed raise
Wed, 9th Feb 2022
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data science
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iaas
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ai
The world’s first AI marketplace to help SMEs compete with Big Tech announces its pre-seed raise led by Fuel Ventures and Hambro Perks.
Digital skills could be the key to a salary boost in Australia
Tue, 8th Feb 2022
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salaries
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it professionals
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skills gap
Digital skills could be a crucial factor in determining a salary boost, according to new RMIT Online research.
Cloud ERP critical to manufacturers’ bid in work-from-anywhere vision
Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
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it in manufacturing
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hybrid & remote work
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sap
Cloud ERP software can support remote connectivity for deskless workers in manufacturing, a trend gaining traction post pandemic.
Wearables market to reach 344.9 million shipments in 2022, lead by sports and fitness trackers
Fri, 28th Jan 2022
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wearables
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healthtech
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personal computing devices
Wearable shipments are predicted to continue rising, with the global market projected to reach 344.9 million shipments in 2022, a growth increase of 13.2%.
Cisco steers disrupted but steady course during pandemic
Fri, 28th Jan 2022
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cisco
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financial results
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covid-19
Cisco's annual revenue drops slightly to $32.5 million, with profit before tax also down, amid acknowledgement of COVID-19 impact.
IDC reveals its top 10 IT industry trends for Australia and New Zealand - report
Thu, 27th Jan 2022
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it industry
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report
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analyst report
IDC publishes report on top 10 IT industry trends for Australia and New Zealand, predicting a shift to digital-first organisations.