Synergy stories

GlobalLogic hires LuJean Smith as CMO to sharpen global brand, push VelocityAI and align with Hitachi's Inspire 2027 growth strategy.

As AI tools increasingly permeate contact centres, their role in enhancing agent performance and customer service is proving pivotal rather than replacing humans.

IFS acquires EmpowerMX, enhancing AI-driven aviation MRO solutions for major airlines. This merger promises bolstered capabilities, innovation, and industry leadership.

ADLINK Technology teams up with NAVER LABS to revolutionise autonomous mobile robots. Their Rookie robots blend AI prowess and edge computing for versatile service roles.

NetDocuments launches new Microsoft 365 integrations, including Copilot, to boost collaboration, security, and productivity for legal professionals.

Fraud prevention platform, SEON, recruits Björn Heckel, seasoned tech executive from Uber and Salesforce, as CTO to reinforce its commitment to fighting fraud and boosting enterprise solutions.

Thoughtworks creates new Asia-Pacific structure, hires new managing directors, to expand access to talent and better serve clients in the region.

New Zealand's Mighty Ape appoints Gracie MacKinlay as Chief Gorilla, with founder Simon Barton moving into the role of CFO and mentoring MacKinlay.

Last year saw almost manic growth in revenue for cloud providers as businesses continue to seek the benefits the services can provide.

It comes as little surprise that cloud is continuing on its disruptive path – this time in the collaboration market.

Amazon Web Services leads the global public cloud market across all major regions, though the APAC scene is uniquely shaped by strong local competition.

While the market is seeing strong growth, it's coming at the expense of small-to-medium sized cloud operators.

It hasn't been around for long, but Synergy Research Group says the enterprise software-as-a-service (SaaS) can now be considered mature.

Experts debunk the Data Lake myth, arguing it lacks structure for long-term value, urging firms to focus on governance instead.

Informatica's acquisition of Siperian has been applauded by strategic partners including HP, Capgemini, and Deloitte, for enhancing MDM solutions.

Steve Graham, former Microsoft employee, is urging the IT industry in New Zealand to give back through mentoring.

New Zealand's brain drain is a common issue, but Synergy is tackling it by supporting staff on their overseas ventures and welcoming them back home.

Compass Communications has quietly expanded over eleven years by acquiring ten businesses, leveraging scale and diversity to drive growth.