Apple accused of restricting workers’ Slack, social media – Software
The US National Labor Relations board accused Apple of interfering with workers’ rights to collectively advocate for better working conditions by restricting their use of…
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Murray-Darling Basin Authority names new CIO – Cloud – Training & Development
The Murray-Darling Basin Authority (MBDA) has hired Kieran Armstrong as its new CIO, replacing the outgoing Rod Barlow. Armstrong will continue to work with the…
How AI can transform customer experiences and improve efficiencies in insurance – Partner Content
The sales and distribution networks of Australia’s insurance companies are experiencing a range of challenges. These include improving agent productivity, reducing customer churn, ensuring compliance,…
Gov agencies must allow investigator access to IT systems under robodebt bill – Security – Software
Government agencies could be compelled to allow independent investigators access to their IT systems and devices under a bill designed to prevent a future robodebt…
EU delays new biometric travel checks – Security
The European Union has delayed the introduction of a new biometric entry-check system for non-EU citizens, which was due to be introduced on November 10,…
Case Study: Barbeques Galore enhances in-store and online channels – Emerging Tech
Barbeques Galore has undergone a wide-reaching transformation, including building out its omnichannel capability to enhance in-store and online customer experience. The specialist retailer of barbeques…
Laing O’Rourke rebuilds training portal with SAP low-code tool – HR
Construction firm Laing O’Rourke has restructured its internal training resources, setting up a single central platform that is used by 700 people. Justine Macrae and…
Adopting AI: How best practice can save headaches (and money) – Partner Content
As you read this, your and your team have no doubt used ChatGPT to draft an email or Microsoft CoPilot to organise your calendar. AI…
US plan to break up Google’s search dominance threatens profit engine, AI growth – Software
The US Department of Justice’s (DOJ’s) proposed remedies to break up Google’s search dominance could weaken its main profit engine and stall its advances in…
Leaptel signs $4.5m backhaul deal with Superloop – Telco/ISP
Leaptel has struck a three-year, $4.5 million agreement with Superloop that will improve backhaul redundancy and reach nationally. The fast-growing retail service provider (RSP) will…
NSW renews IBM whole-of-gov deal for three more years – Cloud – Hardware – Security – Software
NSW has renewed its whole-of-government agreement with IBM for another three years, adding “enhanced cyber security and privacy terms”. The standing offer arrangement spans software…
Marriott and Starwood Hotels & Resorts will boost infosec globally – Security
The US Federal Trade Commission will require Marriott International and its subsidiary Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide to put in place an information security program…