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Exclusive: Enterprise Wide discusses how SAP's AI is transforming retail
Customer Experience

Exclusive: Enterprise Wide discusses how SAP's AI is transforming retail

AI and cloud technology revolutionise retail with faster demand forecasts, reducing out-of-stocks and boosting sustainability at stores like Woolworths.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Aug 2025
Microlise launches ANZ roadshow on safety & digital transformation
Digital Transformation

Microlise launches ANZ roadshow on safety & digital transformation

Microlise launches The Road Ahead roadshow in ANZ to tackle safety gaps, digital transformation, and fleet challenges in transport and logistics sectors.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025
ADMA forms new Advisory Committee to advance ethical marketing
Digital Transformation

ADMA forms new Advisory Committee to advance ethical marketing

ADMA has formed a new Advisory Committee with leaders from top Australian firms to advance ethical marketing and shape industry futures.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
Microlise drives fleet technology growth across Australia, NZ
Supply Chain

Microlise drives fleet technology growth across Australia, NZ

Microlise's ANZ operations have surged, partnering with major retailers like Woolworths and DHL to boost fleet efficiency and safety across Australia and New Zealand.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Jul 2025
APAC retailers are missing out on the benefits of personalisation technology
Virtualisation

APAC retailers are missing out on the benefits of personalisation technology

APAC retailers risk missing out as personalisation tech boosts loyalty and sales, with early adopters like Tesco reaping significant rewards.

By Aaron Crowe • 6 min read • Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
Bloomreach expands in APAC with key leadership hire
Customer Experience

Bloomreach expands in APAC with key leadership hire

Bloomreach has appointed Kris Fagan as Vice President for APAC, marking its commitment to eCommerce personalisation and expanding its footprint in the region.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Kelly Wearmouth appointed as MD of Mars United ANZ
Microsoft

Kelly Wearmouth appointed as MD of Mars United ANZ

Mars United Commerce has appointed Kelly Wearmouth as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to enhance regional growth and client services.

By Moritz Florian • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025
AWS unveils next-gen SageMaker for unified AI solutions
Data Analytics

AWS unveils next-gen SageMaker for unified AI solutions

Amazon Web Services has unveiled a new generation of its SageMaker platform, enhancing data access and AI capabilities for users like NatWest Group.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024
Analytic Partners strengthens APAC leadership with new roles
Chief Financial Officer

Analytic Partners strengthens APAC leadership with new roles

Analytic Partners has promoted Paul Sinkinson to Managing Director, APAC, and appointed Nikki Taylor as Director of Marketing for the region.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Auror raises AUD $72.6m to tackle retail crime globally
Physical Security

Auror raises AUD $72.6m to tackle retail crime globally

Auror has raised AUD $72.6 million in Series C funding to enhance its retail crime-fighting technology and expand into North America and the UK.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024

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Ofload warns of supply chain risk as Don Watson shuts down
Supply Chain

Ofload warns of supply chain risk as Don Watson shuts down

Ofload warns Australia's freight sector faces major disruption after refrigerated transport firm Don Watson Transport collapses, threatening supply chain stability.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Jun 2025
Optus appoints Pieter van der Merwe as Chief Security & Risk Officer
Unified Communications

Optus appoints Pieter van der Merwe as Chief Security & Risk Officer

Optus has appointed Pieter van der Merwe as Chief Security & Risk Officer to bolster data protection and customer security in Australia's competitive telecom sector.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Jun 2025
Exclusive: How Zepto's real-time payments are reshaping Australia's financial infrastructure
Fintech

Exclusive: How Zepto's real-time payments are reshaping Australia's financial infrastructure

Zepto's Trevor Wistaff urges Aussie businesses to adopt real-time payments via NPP now, enhancing speed, security and customer control over funds.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 14th May 2025
Woolworths expands solar project with Virtual Net Metering
Clean technologies

Woolworths expands solar project with Virtual Net Metering

Woolworths has expanded its Virtual Net Metering project, optimising solar energy usage across seven stores in Townsville to enhance sustainability efforts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
The 'Secret Tech Sauce' Behind Australian Retail Media Success
Customer Experience

The 'Secret Tech Sauce' Behind Australian Retail Media Success

Australian retailers like Metcash, Wesfarmers, and Woolworths are innovating retail media strategies, targeting earnings of AUD $30 million by 2029.

By Jonathan Reeve • 6 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025
Australian retailers face rise in crime & cybersecurity woes
Cybersecurity

Australian retailers face rise in crime & cybersecurity woes

Retail crime is surging in Australia, with a 22% rise in return fraud. Experts urge government investment in technology to combat these threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Mar 2025
MongoDB expands operations with new office in Sydney
Digital Transformation

MongoDB expands operations with new office in Sydney

MongoDB has opened a new office in Sydney to boost its engineering and support operations in Australia, where it has seen significant growth and innovation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Endeavour Group reveals leadership changes for 2024
Gaming

Endeavour Group reveals leadership changes for 2024

Endeavour Group has reshuffled its leadership team, appointing Paul Carew as Managing Director of ALH Hotels and Harinder Saluja as Chief Transformation Officer.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2024