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AI boosts efficiency for 67% of Australian workers
Human Capital Management

AI boosts efficiency for 67% of Australian workers

Australian workers are embracing AI, with 67% using it weekly and saving at least three hours, finds Freshworks 2024 Global AI Workplace report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Gen Z less enthusiastic about AI in Aussie workplaces, says Seismic study
Artificial Intelligence

Gen Z less enthusiastic about AI in Aussie workplaces, says Seismic study

Despite being reputed as tech embracers, Gen Z exhibits less optimism for AI's workplace potential, suggests an Australian survey by Seismic.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Apr 2024

Global Stories

Workplace stories

Tanium launches Automate to streamline IT tasks & boost ROI
Low code & No code

Tanium launches Automate to streamline IT tasks & boost ROI

Tanium unveils Tanium Automate to streamline real-time IT operations and security tasks, addressing skills shortages and aiming for a higher ROI.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
Rimini Street earns top workplace awards in India & Australia
Human Capital Management

Rimini Street earns top workplace awards in India & Australia

Rimini Street achieves global workplace acclaim with India named a Best Workplace for Millennials 2024 and Australia securing Great Place to Work 2024 status.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2024
Canva launches global brand system to boost workplace design
Productivity

Canva launches global brand system to boost workplace design

Canva unveils a refreshed brand system geared towards global workplaces, aiming to boost productivity and design capabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Aug 2024
Study reveals key obstacles to creativity in the workplace
Generative AI

Study reveals key obstacles to creativity in the workplace

A new study reveals 96% of professionals believe creativity is essential for organisational success, but many fail to nurture it effectively.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jul 2024
Freshworks report highlights strong AI adoption in APAC workplaces
Artificial Intelligence

Freshworks report highlights strong AI adoption in APAC workplaces

Freshworks' Global AI Workplace Report reveals that 55% of employees globally are using AI tools, with 70% in APAC region using AI weekly.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
New survey reveals mixed feelings on AI in Asia Pacific
EduTech

New survey reveals mixed feelings on AI in Asia Pacific

The Ipsos survey has revealed a stark divide in AI sentiment across the Asia Pacific, with high enthusiasm in China but notable scepticism in New Zealand.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024
Omnia acquires LiveTiles to reshape digital workplace solutions
Workplace

Omnia acquires LiveTiles to reshape digital workplace solutions

Swedish firm Omnia acquires LiveTiles, promising to revolutionise digital workplace solutions globally. CEO David Vander outlines bold expansion plans.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024
Zoom introduces Workplace AI platform & expands AI services
Unified Communications

Zoom introduces Workplace AI platform & expands AI services

Zoom announces 'Zoom Workplace', an AI-empowered platform and adds new features to their AI Companion service, aiming to revolutionise digital workspaces.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: In my first business, I exclusively hired working moms. Here's why.
Unified Communications

IWD 2024: In my first business, I exclusively hired working moms. Here's why.

Challenging stereotypes, a director recounts hiring working mothers for her first business, spotlighting their productivity and resilience, and championing gender equality.

By Lisa Marie Maxson • 4 min read • Sat, 9th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: New paths for women into data analytics
EduTech

IWD 2024: New paths for women into data analytics

IWD 2024: Unconventional strategies such as mid-career resets and conversion courses seek to increase women's representation in data analytics, amid concerning gender gap.

By Dr Clare Walsh • 4 min read • Sat, 9th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: How and why tech companies should help women reach the c-suite
Workplace

IWD 2024: How and why tech companies should help women reach the c-suite

Revealing only 26% of UK tech staff are women, an op-ed explores how tech firms can secure gender balance and women's progress to leadership roles.

By Katharina Richter-Weiss • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Navigating the workplace: The experience of women of colour in corporations
Partner Programmes

IWD 2024: Navigating the workplace: The experience of women of colour in corporations

IWD 2024: Unveiling the challenges faced by women of colour in corporations, shedding light on the importance of intersectional inclusion, and exploring advocacy strategies.

By Mayka Rosales Peterson • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: The lessons I've learned from a life on the move
Public Cloud

IWD 2024: The lessons I've learned from a life on the move

Mexican-born tech exec Brenda Lazcano shares her journey from Mexico to Australia, valuing diversity and promoting inclusion in the tech industry.

By Brenda Lazcano • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Workplace stories

Aotearoa launches first AI impact survey on productivity
EduTech

Aotearoa launches first AI impact survey on productivity

New Zealand will measure AI's impact on productivity via quarterly surveys by AI Forum NZ, Te Herenga Waka Victoria University, and Callaghan Innovation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
IWD 2024: Fostering an unconditionally inclusive culture globally
Workplace

IWD 2024: Fostering an unconditionally inclusive culture globally

The global push for an unconditionally inclusive culture is underlined, spotlighting the critical roles tech industries play in promoting diversity and gender equality.

By Pauline Yau • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024