Productivity stories - Page 46

AI is reshaping Kiwi businesses with Meta's AI tools across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, offering smarter solutions for marketing, customer service, and data insights.

Datacom has been named a strategic partner for Windows 11 in Australia and New Zealand, aiming to help organisations transition before Windows 10 support ends.

Auckland's tech hiring market sees cautious optimism as Reserve Bank rate cuts uplift sentiment, but slow recovery and 'brain drain' pose challenges.

ControlUp has been named a Leader in Gartner's first Magic Quadrant for Digital Employee Experience Tools, highlighting its innovation and market influence.

Middlebank Consulting Group has joined forces with Freterium to offer advanced Transportation Management System solutions in Australia and New Zealand.

Adobe launches Adobe Workfront Planning with generative AI to streamline marketing campaigns, providing marketers with a unified platform to boost efficiency and personalisation.

nib New Zealand reports a NZD $21.2 million operating profit for FY24 and a 3.1% increase in policyholders, navigating economic and healthcare challenges.

Many businesses are failing in their automation efforts due to poor diagnostics, a narrow focus on FTE boosts, and reactive project approaches, warns expert Ryan Stuchbery.

Jamf joins Okta Elevate Partner Program to boost synergy in Apple device management, aiming for seamless security and innovation in cloud identity solutions.

GitLab unveils GitLab Duo Enterprise at USD $39 per user/month, offering AI-driven enhancements for secure, efficient software development to Ultimate customers.

Xero is offering a NZD $20,000 prize to a tech-focused Kiwi small business through its Beautiful Business Fund competition, aiming to boost innovation.

Logic Wireless to distribute Motorola Solutions' Body Worn Video portfolio across Australasia, providing cutting-edge security solutions for diverse sectors.

Dynabook launches the Portégé X40-M laptop featuring AI-ready Intel Core Ultra processors and Wi-Fi 6E, priced from AUD $1,540, available August 2024.

New research by Xero reveals 75% of New Zealand consumers prefer physical bank cards for in-store payments, but only 17% of small businesses offer mobile payment options.

Dell unveils the Silent Keyboard and Mouse Combo (KM555) and the Wired Collaboration Keyboard (KB525C), designed for quieter, efficient office work.

Reliable mobile reception is crucial in distribution centres, enhancing coordination, safety, inventory management, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency.

iManage unveils AI-powered tools including iManage AI Enrichment and iManage Mailbox Assistant, aiming to elevate productivity and streamline knowledge management.

iManage reports a stellar year with 142 new customers including Linklaters, opening two data centres, and introducing AI-powered features and Microsoft integration.

Zespri's collaboration with Celonis has revolutionised their business operations, cutting vendor invoice cycle times by 27% and boosting purchase order conformance to 88%.

Canva unveils a refreshed brand system geared towards global workplaces, aiming to boost productivity and design capabilities.