Inflation stories - Page 4
How better billing can boost performance and profits in uncertain times
Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Automating billing can boost Australian businesses' profits, cash flow, and customer retention amid rising insolvencies and economic uncertainty.
Asia Pacific manufacturers boost focus on cybersecurity threats
Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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cybersecurity
Asia Pacific manufacturers rank cybersecurity as a top concern, second only to inflation, with 61% planning AI-based security within a year to tackle risks.
Blue Yonder grows with acquisitions & AI as supply chains adapt
Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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supply chain
Blue Yonder expands with acquisitions and AI, securing major clients and boosting supply chain efficiency amid inflation and regulatory challenges in Q2 2025.
Security budgets see slowest growth in five years, report finds
Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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it budget
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inflation
Security budget growth slows to 4% in 2025, the lowest in five years, amid economic volatility and staffing challenges, says IANS Research report.
Australian companies see AI benefits but face data & skills gap
Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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cx
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martech
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risk & compliance
Australian firms report 84% ROI growth from AI, yet face challenges in data quality, governance, and skills amid slower adoption than global peers.
US Prime Day online sales hit USD $24.1bn, mobile drives growth
Tue, 15th Jul 2025
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martech
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smart home
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digital entertainment
US Prime Day online sales soared to USD $24.1bn, a 30.3% rise year-on-year, with mobile shopping driving over half of the revenue during the July event.
Sage appoints Damon Scarr to lead APAC expansion & drive growth
Tue, 15th Jul 2025
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fintech
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partner programmes
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supply chain
Sage appoints Damon Scarr as General Manager for Asia Pacific to drive growth and expand its AI-powered finance solutions across the region.
Prime Day grows in Australia as shoppers hunt value & savings
Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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cx
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martech
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amazon
Prime Day in Australia gains momentum as shoppers seek bargains amid rising living costs, with retailers leveraging discounts and omnichannel strategies for growth.
Entry-level 3D printers drive market growth as high-end falters
Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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supply chain
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3d printing
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inflation
Global 3D printer market grew 5% in Q1 2025, driven by a 22% surge in entry-level sales amid tariff fears, while high-end segments faced decline and uncertainty.
Australian consumers seek value as RBA holds rates steady
Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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inflation
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australian economy
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bank of australia
The Reserve Bank of Australia keeps interest rates steady as consumers focus on value amid economic uncertainty, seeking discounts and prioritising essentials.
Why expense reporting is a strategic lever for business resilience and growth
Tue, 8th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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financial systems
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supply chain
Expense reporting is evolving from a compliance task to a strategic tool, boosting business resilience, efficiency, and growth through real-time insights and automation.
Australian SMEs opt for non-capital spending amid rising costs
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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cx
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martech
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risk & compliance
Amid rising costs and economic uncertainty, 91% of Australian SMEs plan to prioritise non-capital spending over major investments in 2025-26.
Exclusive: Lightspeed on why tech and AI are 'key' to hospitality's future
Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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cx
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martech
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ai
Lightspeed's Asia-Pacific MD Nicole Buisson says AI and smarter tech are vital for Aussie hospitality to tackle inflation, labour costs and changing consumer habits.
Consumers cut spending as inflation & tariffs hit groceries
Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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supply chain
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ai
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inflation
Rising inflation and tariffs are forcing global consumers to cut grocery spending, shift to discount retailers, and reduce purchases across several retail categories.
KX & NVIDIA launch AI Banker Agent to boost global trading
Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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data analytics
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rpa
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risk & compliance
KX and NVIDIA have launched the AI Banker Agent, an AI system designed to enhance real-time decision-making and client service in global trading markets.
Ofload warns of supply chain risk as Don Watson shuts down
Mon, 9th Jun 2025
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supply chain
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clean technologies
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sustainability
Ofload warns Australia's freight sector faces major disruption after refrigerated transport firm Don Watson Transport collapses, threatening supply chain stability.
From Uncertainty to Opportunity: Five ways CFOs can drive growth and profitability
Fri, 6th Jun 2025
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supply chain
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risk & compliance
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ai
In today's volatile economy, CFOs who embrace AI, continuous forecasting, and cross-functional leadership are key to driving growth and profitability.
Vectra AI named leader in 2025 Gartner report for NDR sector
Tue, 3rd Jun 2025
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cloud security
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edge security
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ai security
Vectra AI has been named a Leader in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Network Detection and Response, highlighting its prowess in cybersecurity innovation.
Australian business numbers surge 17% despite challenges
Mon, 2nd Jun 2025
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clean technologies
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smb
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climate change
Business numbers in Australia have surged over 17% since 2019, led by healthcare growth and booming regions like Melton, Victoria, despite economic challenges.
First-party fraud now top global threat, outpacing scams
Thu, 15th May 2025
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phishing
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physical security
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email security
First-party fraud now tops global cyberattacks, rising to 36% of cases in 2024, according to LexisNexis Risk Solutions' Cybercrime Report.