Automation stories

National Australia Bank, SA Power Networks, and Spark New Zealand win Red Hat APAC Innovation Awards 2024, lauded for their open source tech innovations.

US-based Action1 enters Australian market with local team and Sydney-based data centre, aiming to help organisations meet ACSC's Essential Eight through automated patch management.

Noosa Shire Council appoints its first Change Champion, Mark Bentley, to boost digital adoption and enhance efficiency, amid resistance to rapid technological changes.

BAE Systems Australia partners with Ivalua to enhance supply chain sustainability, streamlining operations and compliance.

Hyland has unveiled major updates to Alfresco and key accounts payable tools, boosting automation, productivity, and security to streamline operations and reduce costs.

Jitterbit launches AI-driven Harmony platform, simplifying automation for businesses. The platform integrates key functions, offering faster and more accessible tech solutions.

Moneybox has partnered with Aurum Solutions to automate its reconciliation processes amid a 43% growth in assets.

Four regional Australian councils have teamed up with SurePact to overhaul grant management, aiming to replace outdated methods with a streamlined software solution.

aconso teams up with Veritas Prime UK to bring automated digital HR management to the UK, expanding aconso's European reach.

NICE's Enlighten Copilot wins the 2024 BIG Innovation Award, lauded for AI-driven advancements in customer experience and agent performance enhancement.

A new report reveals that UK SMEs are prioritising IT infrastructure for hybrid working, with 28% of decision-makers marking it as their top focus in the next five years.

Warwick Kirby has been named CEO of ReadiNow, replacing founder Jude Jacobs. Kirby's tech expertise aims to drive new growth and innovation for the firm.

Re-Leased, a New Zealand property software firm, secures USD $12.5 million funding led by Movac to boost AI capabilities, expand in the UK and US, and support investor liquidity.

Kissflow has been named a Sample Vendor for no-code platforms in three 2024 Gartner Hype Cycle reports, highlighting its prowess in business app development.

xAmplify clinches a three-year AUD $7 million contract as the Australian National Audit Office's primary IT Managed Services Provider, marking a major public sector win.

As AI transforms recruitment, it's essential to ensure technology enhances human oversight, not replaces it, maintaining fairness and ethical hiring practices.

Australian manufacturers are boosting their global competitiveness by integrating ERP systems, enhancing efficiency, productivity, and resilience.

Cutting-edge innovations in supply chain planning and generative AI were showcased at Manhattan Exchange in Melbourne, drawing over 200 industry reps.

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

Broadcom unveils VMware Tanzu Platform 10, aimed at speeding software delivery with AI solutions for safe, scalable GenAI applications and streamlined developer operations.