Productivity 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.

Andre Schindler, the architect behind NinjaOne's EMEA success, has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Global Sales, amidst 70% year-over-year growth.

AI's integration in personal computing sees a transformative year. MSI's AI laptops promise faster, secure processing and energy efficiency, reshaping user experiences.

Lenovo unveils groundbreaking AI-driven PCs at Lenovo Innovation World 2024 in Berlin, promising to revolutionise professional computing and boost productivity.

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

NetApp partners with Semyung University and KL Information and Communication to revolutionise the university's IT infrastructure, enhancing data security, storage, and performance.

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

Dell has launched new AI-powered PCs, including the XPS 13, Inspiron 14, and Latitude 5455, featuring next-gen processors and advanced NPUs for enhanced performance.

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.

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.

AI is boosting productivity with minimal job loss in New Zealand, reveals new research by AI Forum NZ, Victoria University, and Callaghan Innovation.

Intel unveils the Intel Core Ultra 200V series processors, promising up to 50% lower power consumption and groundbreaking AI performance for mobile devices.

ProHance's Global Productivity Benchmarking Report reveals stark productivity trends, with non-tech sectors seeing a 6% rise, contrasting tech's 4% decline.

A recent survey reveals poor office mobile connectivity affects 70% of UK hybrid workers, with 55% finding better connections at home, impacting productivity and stress.

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.

AI is reshaping Kiwi businesses with Meta's AI tools across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, offering smarter solutions for marketing, customer service, and data insights.

A YouGov survey for Salesforce reveals 81% of Australian business leaders prioritise generative AI, with 50% already having clear strategies and 42% developing them.

Datacom has become a Strategic Refresh Initiative partner for Windows 11 in Australia and New Zealand, aiding businesses in the crucial migration ahead of Windows 10's end of support in 2025.

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