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Want to hire a fractional CMO or CDO? Here's what you need to know
Software-as-a-Service

Want to hire a fractional CMO or CDO? Here's what you need to know

As flexible work arrangements rise, businesses are increasingly turning to fractional CMOs and CDOs for expert marketing leadership at reduced costs.

By Staff Writer • 11 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
Data Privacy Day underscores data protection importance
Data Protection

Data Privacy Day underscores data protection importance

Data Privacy Day highlights the growing necessity for robust data protection measures, urging businesses to adopt Privacy Enhancing Technologies amid evolving regulations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Nextiva survey reveals CX's growing importance for revenue
Customer Experience

Nextiva survey reveals CX's growing importance for revenue

A recent survey reveals a pivotal shift in customer experience's significance, with 96% of CX leaders reporting corporate recognition as a revenue driver.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Applied Labs secures USD $4.2 million to boost AI solutions
Data Analytics

Applied Labs secures USD $4.2 million to boost AI solutions

Applied Labs has secured USD $4.2 million in funding to enhance AI solutions, aiming to improve business operations and customer support reliability.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
Asia-Pacific firms focus AI spend on tech over talent
Digital Transformation

Asia-Pacific firms focus AI spend on tech over talent

A new Accenture survey reveals that while 87% of Asia-Pacific businesses plan to boost generative AI investments, notably more is allocated to technology over human talent.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
AI's growing demand on corporate networks
Network Infrastructure

AI's growing demand on corporate networks

As artificial intelligence integrates into business, network teams face the challenge of meeting increased traffic demands while leveraging AI for operations.

By Justin Hurst • 5 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2024
AI adoption in retail: Opportunities & readiness gaps
Customer Experience

AI adoption in retail: Opportunities & readiness gaps

A new survey from Riverbed reveals that while 95% of retail leaders view AI as crucial, only 40% feel prepared for its implementation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Study finds CEOs reluctant to lead workforce transformation
C-Suite

Study finds CEOs reluctant to lead workforce transformation

A study by Orgvue reveals a stark divide in CEO attitudes towards workforce transformation, with many preferring to resign over major changes.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Skillable: Cybersecurity must tackle its gender disparity issues
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Skillable: Cybersecurity must tackle its gender disparity issues

Executives at Skillable highlight ongoing efforts to enhance gender equity in cybersecurity, noting gradual progress in female representation within the industry.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Organisations struggle with GenAI ROI despite strategies
Digital Transformation

Organisations struggle with GenAI ROI despite strategies

A global study by NTT DATA reveals organisations struggle to align AI strategies with business goals, hampering ROI despite widespread GenAI investment.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Poor data quality hinders AI success for many firms
Digital Transformation

Poor data quality hinders AI success for many firms

A new report reveals that poor data quality and lack of infrastructure are hindering AI projects for one in three companies, highlighting urgent need for core modernisation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024
AI agents to redefine corporate roles by 2025, says Glass
eLearning

AI agents to redefine corporate roles by 2025, says Glass

Graham Glass, CEO of CYPHER Learning, predicts 2025 will see a major shift towards autonomous AI agents, while addressing workers' concerns over job security.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 12th Nov 2024
NICE recognised as leader in 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant
Unified Communications

NICE recognised as leader in 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant

NICE has been named a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Contact Centre as a Service, marking its tenth consecutive year in this position.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Low-code drives digital transformation in UK manufacturing
Digital Transformation

Low-code drives digital transformation in UK manufacturing

New research reveals that 99% of UK manufacturing organisations now utilise low-code platforms, highlighting their critical role in digital transformation efforts.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Australian firms struggle to transition GenAI pilots to full use
Data Protection

Australian firms struggle to transition GenAI pilots to full use

A survey by Informatica reveals Australian firms struggle to scale Generative AI projects, with 53% halting initiatives, despite 55% investing in its integration.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Feb 2025
Iplicit appoints new COO after GBP £25m One Peak boost
Software-as-a-Service

Iplicit appoints new COO after GBP £25m One Peak boost

Hypergrowth accounting platform iplicit has appointed Olivia McMillan as COO after securing a GBP £25 million investment from One Peak to boost expansion.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
UK executives face decision challenges due to data delays
Marketing Technologies

UK executives face decision challenges due to data delays

A study reveals that over half of UK C-suite leaders feel disconnected from real-time data, highlighting urgent needs for improved data practices.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Iplicit appoints industry leaders to advisory board
Sage

Iplicit appoints industry leaders to advisory board

iplicit has appointed Øystein Moan and Nic Humphries to its advisory board as it targets GBP £100m ARR within six years amid significant growth plans.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024