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Australian firms urged to tackle asset losses this Christmas
Supply Chain

Australian firms urged to tackle asset losses this Christmas

Australian businesses are urged to tackle stock shortages this Christmas, as Digital Matter warns of challenges from shipping delays and increased demand.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Australians turning to AI to ease holiday planning stress
Artificial Intelligence

Australians turning to AI to ease holiday planning stress

A report reveals Australians dedicate 540 million hours to holiday prep, with many turning to AI to help manage the stress of planning.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024
Data-driven strategies to maximise peak season success
Data Analytics

Data-driven strategies to maximise peak season success

Christmas spending in Australia is forecasted to rise by 2.7% to AUD $69.7 billion, prompting retailers to adopt data-driven strategies for success.

By Simon Le Grand • 4 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
Australian SMEs warned of Christmas cash flow challenges
Supply Chain

Australian SMEs warned of Christmas cash flow challenges

Australian SMEs are urged to prepare for cash flow challenges this holiday season, with concerns over profitability in retail and logistics sectors.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Australians increase Christmas budgets, focus on savings
Artificial Intelligence

Australians increase Christmas budgets, focus on savings

A recent Pureprofile study reveals Australians plan to increase their Christmas spending, with budgets rising to AUD $468 for gifts and AUD $406 for food.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Oct 2024

Global Stories

Christmas stories

Peak performance in peak season: Leveraging EMM solutions for seamless operations
Data Protection

Peak performance in peak season: Leveraging EMM solutions for seamless operations

As the busy festive season heats up, logistics firms are turning to EMM solutions to enhance workforce efficiency and ensure seamless operations.

By Michael Dyson • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Rise in Christmas hotel bookings boosts international travel
Christmas

Rise in Christmas hotel bookings boosts international travel

Hotel bookings for Christmas have surged, with a 43% increase in Germany and British travellers among the busiest, highlighting a global travel revival.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024
Amber Technology reveals luxury gifts for festive season
Christmas

Amber Technology reveals luxury gifts for festive season

Amber Technology's holiday gift guide features premium audio and entertainment products, including a wireless music streamer priced at AUD $1,799.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Australians favour personalised gifts for festive season
EduTech

Australians favour personalised gifts for festive season

A recent VistaPrint study reveals that 81% of Australians experience stress in gift selection, with 70% favouring personalised gifts this holiday season.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
FedEx survey shows APAC optimism for holiday sales
Supply Chain

FedEx survey shows APAC optimism for holiday sales

FedEx's recent survey reveals strong optimism in the Asia Pacific for holiday sales, with 70% of SMEs predicting sales growth, driven by eCommerce.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Nov 2024
Retailers urged to enhance trust with genuine content
Christmas

Retailers urged to enhance trust with genuine content

Retailers are urged to prioritise authenticity and user-generated content to build consumer trust amidst economic pressures this festive shopping season.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Christmas stories

Marks & Spencer tops Christmas social media supermarket war
Social Media

Marks & Spencer tops Christmas social media supermarket war

Marks & Spencer has dominated social media this Christmas, amassing an earned media value of GBP £6.7 million through a robust influencer campaign.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024
Alternative lending gains popularity among New Zealand SMEs
Commerce Commission

Alternative lending gains popularity among New Zealand SMEs

A Prospa survey reveals many New Zealand SMEs view summer as vital, with 43% expecting better conditions despite economic challenges ahead.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Brits prioritise practical gifts with Christmas spending
eCommerce

Brits prioritise practical gifts with Christmas spending

A recent ShipStation survey reveals UK consumers are shifting towards practical gifts for Christmas, with younger generations prioritising immediate utility.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sun, 24th Nov 2024
Report reveals Kiwis' festive dining shifts for Christmas 2024
eCommerce

Report reveals Kiwis' festive dining shifts for Christmas 2024

Appetise Insights' latest report reveals changing Christmas dining preferences in New Zealand, with Kiwis opting for budget-friendly, diverse meals this year.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Sun, 10th Nov 2024
What is the Auckland tech hiring market experiencing?
Unified Communications

What is the Auckland tech hiring market experiencing?

Auckland's tech hiring market sees cautious optimism as Reserve Bank rate cuts uplift sentiment, but slow recovery and 'brain drain' pose challenges.

By Kara Smith • 5 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
UK marketers adopt AI for Olympics strategies, study reveals
Marketing Technologies

UK marketers adopt AI for Olympics strategies, study reveals

Research reveals 51% of UK marketers are leveraging AI for Paris Olympics strategies, despite consumer concerns over data use and calls for increased regulation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2024