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Accenture: Australian Firms Lag in Global Digital Transformation Race

A disproportionately large portion of Australia’s local companies are struggling to keep up with the pace of global digital adoption and transformation, according to new data from the local arm of Accenture. The consulting firm found 40% of local companies fall in the bottom quartile of companies when ranked by . . . Read more

CIOs Must Reinvent IT EVP to Attract & Retain Critical Talent – Gartner

The employment value proposition is no longer a novelty for companies; COVID-19 has acted as a catalyst, forcing companies to confront significant shifts in working preferences and employee expectations. The rise of remote and hybrid work, along with increased pressures for work-life balance, has prompted a deeper understanding of the . . . Read more

Is the PSTN Still in Use? Yes, but There Are Better Options

Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone in 1876. In 1915, he made the first-ever transcontinental (aka coast-to-coast) phone call, helping to pioneer the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Although a lot has changed since then, many of the core PSTN functions are the same as they’ve always been. Much like . . . Read more

The Challenges of Demonstrating AI ROI in Australian Organisations

In a rapidly evolving landscape of AI, Australian organisations stand at a critical juncture. The potential for significant financial gains associated with AI is evident, with some reports showing that adopting an AI portfolio can lead to over $100 million in incremental EBITDA. But the path to realizing ROI is . . . Read more

ManageEngine: Australian SMEs Aim to Reduce IT Costs Amid Growing Technology Complexity

IT costs are the biggest challenge facing tech leaders in Australian medium-sized enterprises, according to a survey commissioned by IT management software vendor ManageEngine. This challenge is expected to intensify as these enterprises adopt more applications and grow their AI spending. The Digital Intensity in Australia Study, conducted by research . . . Read more

How UK SMBs Can Prepare for the 5G Rollout

With many UK businesses prioritising digitisation, a strong network connection is becoming a key driver of the nation’s economy. This is why the UK government has invested £40 million in extending 5G coverage to all populated areas of the nation by 2030. A reliable network connection is arguably most crucial . . . Read more

UK Trails Behind Europe in Technical Skills Proficiency, Coursera Report Finds

The U.K. is the 25th most technically proficient country in Europe, a new report by online course provider Coursera has found. It sits well behind other digital leaders in the region like Germany, France and Spain. Globally, the U.K. came 45th out of 109 countries, which is an improvement from . . . Read more

Downtime Costs World’s Largest Companies $400 Billion a Year, According to Splunk Report

Unplanned downtime is costing the world’s largest companies $400 billion a year, or roughly 9% of their profits, a new report has found. This is the equivalent of about $9,000 lost for every minute of system failure or service degradation. The report, published by the data management platform Splunk, also . . . Read more

Downtime Costs World’s Largest Companies $400 Billion a Year, According to Splunk Report

Unplanned downtime is costing the world’s largest companies $400 billion a year, or roughly 9% of their profits, a new report has found. This is the equivalent of about $9,000 lost for every minute of system failure or service degradation. The report, published by the data management platform Splunk, also . . . Read more

Delaying AI’s Rollout in the U.K. by Five Years Could Cost the Economy £150+ Billion, Microsoft Report Finds

Adding five years onto the time it takes to roll out AI in the U.K. could reduce its economic impact in 2035 by more than £150 billion, a Microsoft report has revealed. While the country is second in the world in its ability to take advantage of AI, only behind . . . Read more