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Thoughtworks: The inside line on AI software development from the company that created Agile
DevOps

Thoughtworks: The inside line on AI software development from the company that created Agile

Thoughtworks says AI is lowering the cost of custom software, but its APAC boss Steven Yurisich warns enterprises must still protect core systems.

By Donovan Jackson • 6 min read • Last month
Study finds AI adoption high but operations lag behind
DevOps

Study finds AI adoption high but operations lag behind

Most big firms use AI, yet only 12% run truly continuous AI-led IT operations, missing speed, security and architecture gains.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2026
Stop-start app modernisation limits enterprise AI gains
DevOps

Stop-start app modernisation limits enterprise AI gains

Stop-start app modernisation is blunting enterprise AI returns, as most firms shun continuous upgrades despite rapid AI adoption.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2026
AI adoption surges but continuous use still lags badly
DevOps

AI adoption surges but continuous use still lags badly

AI tools are widespread in big firms, but only 12% have shifted to continuous, AI-driven operations, leaving gains and staff at risk.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Feb 2026
Thoughtworks retreat explores AI's Agile software future
DevOps

Thoughtworks retreat explores AI's Agile software future

Thoughtworks marks Agile Manifesto's 25th anniversary with an AI-focused retreat rethinking how software is built, governed and delivered.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 4th Feb 2026
Thoughtworks unveils AI/works for legacy modernisation
Digital Transformation

Thoughtworks unveils AI/works for legacy modernisation

Thoughtworks launches AI/works, an agentic platform to reverse-engineer legacy systems and speed enterprise app delivery in 90 days.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
Thoughtworks launches AI platform to modernise legacy IT
Hybrid Cloud

Thoughtworks launches AI platform to modernise legacy IT

Thoughtworks unveils AI/works, an agentic platform that reverse engineers legacy systems to speed enterprise modernisation and delivery.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 21st Jan 2026
Thoughtworks unveils AI/works for legacy modernisation
DevOps

Thoughtworks unveils AI/works for legacy modernisation

Thoughtworks launches AI/works, an agentic platform to accelerate legacy modernisation and new software delivery in complex enterprises.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Jan 2026
AI shifts from cost cutting to growth in boardrooms
Digital Transformation

AI shifts from cost cutting to growth in boardrooms

Global enterprises now see AI less as a cost cutter and more as a revenue engine, with agentic tools and Chief AI Officers rising in boardrooms.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 14th Jan 2026
AI strategies shift from cost-cutting to growth focus
Digital Transformation

AI strategies shift from cost-cutting to growth focus

Business leaders now see AI chiefly as a growth engine, with most shifting strategies from cost-cutting to revenue and innovation gains.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 12th Jan 2026
Rethinking mainframe modernisation: why AI changes the equation
Digital Transformation

Rethinking mainframe modernisation: why AI changes the equation

AI is transforming mainframe modernisation in Australia, enabling faster, safer system updates that reduce risk and boost business resilience.

By Sarah Taraporewalla • 5 min read • Fri, 5th Sep 2025
Thoughtworks report highlights generative AI influence & trends
Generative AI

Thoughtworks report highlights generative AI influence & trends

Thoughtworks has unveiled its 32nd Technology Radar report, exploring generative AI's impact and key software development trends in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
Thoughtworks appoints new leaders to drive growth strategy
Digital Transformation

Thoughtworks appoints new leaders to drive growth strategy

Thoughtworks has announced key leadership changes with Chief Strategy Officer and APAC Regional Managing Director appointments.

By Moritz Florian • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Conveyd raises GBP £2.5m to speed up UK home buying
Fintech

Conveyd raises GBP £2.5m to speed up UK home buying

UK start-up Conveyd raises GBP £2.5m to expand its AI-driven conveyancing platform, promising to cut home purchase times to weeks.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Fri, 9th Jan 2026
Thoughtworks & Groq partner to deliver faster, cheaper AI in Australia
Large Language Models

Thoughtworks & Groq partner to deliver faster, cheaper AI in Australia

Thoughtworks and Groq partner to offer faster, cost-effective AI solutions in Australia, using Groq's LPU tech for real-time, reliable AI at scale.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
Arinco appoints Dean Oelkers as Queensland Sales Manager
Data Analytics

Arinco appoints Dean Oelkers as Queensland Sales Manager

Arinco has appointed Dean Oelkers as Queensland Sales Manager to boost growth and strengthen ties with clients and Microsoft across the state.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Aug 2025
Thoughtworks helps carsales boost customer service with AI tools
Digital Transformation

Thoughtworks helps carsales boost customer service with AI tools

Thoughtworks has aided carsales in Australia to boost engineering and launch an AI-powered car recommendation tool, enhancing customer experience and delivery speed.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025