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Sense of community boosts workplace performance in NZ
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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productivity
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randstad
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work-life balance
A recent Randstad report reveals that 87% of New Zealand employees perform better when they feel a sense of community, highlighting its role in workplace wellbeing.

Salesforce & Google enhance AI with expanded partnership
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
Salesforce and Google have expanded their partnership to enhance AI capabilities, integrating Gemini models with Agentforce for improved customer interactions.

Zendesk to acquire Local Measure, boosting AI voice services
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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uc
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hyperscale
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cx
Zendesk has unveiled plans to acquire Local Measure, an Australian provider of voice solutions, enhancing its AI-powered services by 2025.

Is QuickBooks Online still enough? When it's time to consider what's next
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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financial systems
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erp
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oracle
As businesses expand, many find QuickBooks Online inadequate for handling complex financial demands, prompting a shift to more robust systems like NetSuite.

Kore.ai launches AI platform for enterprise workflow automation
Mon, 24th Feb 2025
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ai
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agentic ai
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analyst report
Kore.ai has unveiled AI for Process, a no-code platform designed to revolutionise enterprise workflow automation and optimise decision-making.

Adyen partners with HEYTEA for global payment expansion
Mon, 24th Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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adyen
Adyen has partnered with HEYTEA to support its international expansion, enhancing payment solutions across the US, UK, Singapore, and Australia.

Infor unveils AI-powered revenue management for hotels
Mon, 24th Feb 2025
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genai
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ai
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infor
Infor has unveiled a new AI-driven Revenue Management Solution designed to help hotels optimise pricing strategies and enhance profitability across various sectors.

Kogan.com reports strong growth with USD $493m sales in 1H25
Mon, 24th Feb 2025
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kogan.com
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financial results
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advertising technologies
Kogan.com has revealed impressive financial results for the first half of FY25, with gross sales up 10.3% to USD $492.5 million and profitability increasing significantly.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds to open three showrooms in New Zealand
Mon, 24th Feb 2025
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dei
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cleantech
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sustainability
Malabar Gold & Diamonds is set to expand into New Zealand with a NZD $75 million investment, opening three showrooms across the country.

GIMME transforms NZ alcohol delivery with safety focus
Sat, 22nd Feb 2025
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supply chain & logistics
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safety
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speed
GIMME, an on-demand alcohol delivery service in New Zealand, aims to revolutionise consumption by prioritising speed, safety, and responsible drinking.

AI to drive business growth in UK & USA, survey reveals
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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ai
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investment
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data management
The 2025 VivaTech Confidence Barometer shows high optimism among American and UK business leaders regarding technology, with 87% confident in its potential.

Tech executives prioritise AI, face privacy & eco concerns
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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ai
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cybersecurity
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misinformation
The VivaTech Confidence Barometer shows 85% of tech firms prioritising AI investment, with US executives most optimistic about national competitiveness.

Ken Cheung named chairman for Asia Pacific at CCV
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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physical security
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investment
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intellectual property
Ken Cheung has been appointed Chairman for Asia Pacific at Creative Capital Ventures, signalling a strong push into the region with a new €50 million fund.

Fargo Systems appoints new leaders to drive innovation
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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saas
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business transformation
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job moves
Fargo Systems has appointed John Thompson as Chairman and David Landau as Non-Executive Director, enhancing its leadership team in logistics technology.

Christchurch firm Concentrate wins 2024 HubSpot Impact Award
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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ecm
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martech
Christchurch's Concentrate has won HubSpot's 2024 Impact Award for Product Excellence, celebrating its redesign of Chelsea Sugar's website which boosted user engagement.

App marketing trends: Rising ad budgets & KPI targets
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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genai
A new survey by Liftoff and AppsFlyer reveals a 54% rise in aggressive KPI targets for app marketers, with many adapting to changes in ad strategies and budgets.

FedEx launches tool to streamline global import logistics
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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supply chain & logistics
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world trade organisation
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shipping
FedEx has launched its Collaborative Shipping Tool to enhance import processes, improving efficiency and visibility for global customers amid rising import demands.

Exclusive: Businesses face growing challenges in managing unstructured data
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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data protection
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data analytics
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data science
As unstructured data burgeons, businesses grapple with escalating challenges in governance, security, and costs, as experts urge immediate action to manage it effectively.

StyleMatrix launches AI inventory platform for fashion sector
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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crm
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data analytics
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cx
StyleMatrix has unveiled a new AI-driven inventory management platform tailored for fashion and footwear retailers, promising enhanced efficiency and real-time insights.

Kelly Wearmouth appointed as MD of Mars United ANZ
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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microsoft
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amazon
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digital marketing
Mars United Commerce has appointed Kelly Wearmouth as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to enhance regional growth and client services.