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Global Stories

AMD unveils expanded AI PC processor range for 2025 launch

AMD has unveiled an expanded range of AI PC processors set for a 2025 launch, featuring enhanced performance and capabilities for both consumers and businesses.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Jan 2025

Human Capital Management

Hybrid working forecasted to reshape work by 2025 - IWG

The International Workplace Group forecasts significant shifts in work practices by 2025, warning that enforcing daily office attendance may trigger mass resignations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025

Network Infrastructure

Dell unveils streamlined AI PC portfolio with focus on productivity

Dell Technologies has launched an AI-powered PC portfolio focusing on productivity and sustainability, including the new Dell Pro and Pro Max models.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025

Digital Transformation

Only 11% of sales firms thrive in transformation periods

A recent Gartner survey reveals that only 11% of sales organisations have successfully navigated transformations, raising concerns for Chief Sales Officers.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Sun, 5th Jan 2025

Bluetooth

Grandstream unveils the rugged WP836 Wi-Fi 6 IP phone

Grandstream has launched the WP836, a ruggedised Wi-Fi 6 cordless IP phone, ideal for diverse enterprise applications and environments.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024

Data Analytics

ProHance report shows rise in global productivity hours

ProHance's Global Productivity Benchmarking Report shows average work hours rose to 9 hours 30 minutes in Q3 2024, highlighting diverse sector trends.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024

Human Capital Management

Kiwis take fewer leave days than Aussies & Brits

A new study shows New Zealand workers take an average of 14 leave days yearly, fewer than their Australian and British counterparts, raising wellbeing concerns.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024

Unified Communications

Exclusive: How ASUS' AI-powered ExpertBook P5 impacts professionals

ASUS has launched its AI-powered ExpertBook P5, a laptop designed for professionals that promises to enhance productivity and collaboration in hybrid work settings.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024

Hyperscale

Thoughtworks partners with AWS to advance GenAI in Asia

Thoughtworks has teamed up with Amazon Web Services to boost generative AI solutions for industries across the Asia Pacific, enhancing customer engagement and productivity.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024

DevOps

Atlassian study highlights year-end project backlog issues

Atlassian's latest research reveals that 68% of knowledge workers face project backlogs by year-end due to shifting priorities and unexpected challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Data Analytics

Access People named Core Leader in Fosway 9-Grid for HR

Access People in Leicestershire has been recognised as a Core Leader in the Fosway 9-GridTM for Cloud HR, reflecting its prominent role in the HR solutions market.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Jan 2025

Microsoft

Acer unveils AI-powered laptops with Copilot+ features

Acer is set to expand its Copilot+ PC lineup with new AI-powered laptops, offering enhanced performance and features for both professionals and everyday users.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Jan 2025

Data Privacy

8seats secures AUD $2m funding for global expansion plans

Messaging platform 8seats has raised AUD $2 million in seed funding to enhance workplace communication ahead of its 2025 public launch.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2024

Customer Experience

NZ SMBs boost revenue with early AI adoption

A new report reveals that 95% of New Zealand's small-to-medium-sized businesses using AI have seen revenue increases, far exceeding global averages.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Dec 2024

Human Capital Management

Australian HR professionals optimistic about AI benefits

Research from the Australian HR Institute reveals that 86% of HR professionals expect AI to boost productivity, despite concerns over data security.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024

Network Infrastructure

OfficeMax invests NZD $750,000 in wearable tech upgrade

OfficeMax has invested NZD $750,000 in wearable glove scanning technology to enhance productivity by 20% at its Auckland Distribution Centre.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024

Human Capital Management

UK employees increasingly favour AI in the workplace

A Freshworks survey reveals that nearly half of UK employees would consider job changes for better AI integration, highlighting its workplace importance.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024