Digital transformation spending to reach $2.3tn in 2023
04 November, 2019In 2023, global digital transformation spending is expected to reach $2.3 trillion, capturing 53% of worldwide technology investment, according to IDC.
IT staff attrition rates are "unsustainably" high
04 November, 2019 | Supplied by: Australian Information Industry AssociationAccording to an AIIA/Aon survey, IT staff attrition (voluntary and involuntary) is running at an "unsustainably" high level of 21.7%, on par with Silicon Valley.
Almost 60% of Australian casual workers feel disengaged at work
01 November, 2019 | Supplied by: TimeTarget Pty LtdA survey has revealed how employers can bring out the best in their casual workers, with workforce management solutions part of the answer.
ACCC suing Google over location data collection
30 October, 2019 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingThe ACCC has taken Google to federal court, alleging that the company engaged in false or misleading conduct related to its collection and use of location data.
Adelaide wins spot in world's top 21 smart cities
29 October, 2019Adelaide has again been named one of the world's top smart cities, winning a spot in the Intelligent Community Forum's 'Smart21'.
Telco complaints fall 17% in FY19
28 October, 2019 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingComplaints to telecommunications service providers have fallen 17% since the introduction of ACMA's new industry complaints handling requirements.
Could microcredentials help close the digital skills gap?
28 October, 2019Shorter form credentials or 'microcredentials' can be used for upskilling or reskilling in the education system and the workplace.
Kinetica opens Melbourne office
23 October, 2019 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingActive analytics platform provider Kinetica has opened an office in Melbourne to expand its presence in Australia and New Zealand.
Akamai smashes company record, tops 100 Tbps
23 October, 2019 | Supplied by: Akamai TechnologiesTraffic on Akamai's intelligent edge platform reached 106 Tbps last week, passing the 100 Tbps mark for the first time in the company's history.
OAIC seeks feedback on Privacy Safeguard Guidelines
23 October, 2019The OAIC is seeking feedback on draft Privacy Safeguard Guidelines, designed to help industry understand their obligations under the CDR framework.
KnowBe4 to set up ANZ headquarters in Melbourne
22 October, 2019 | Supplied by: KnowBe4US cybersecurity company KnowBe4 is set to join technology companies Mimecast and Leidos in establishing its ANZ headquarters in Melbourne.
NZ leading the charge in fibre adoption
22 October, 2019 | Supplied by: IDC Australia Pty LtdNew Zealand is leading the charge in fibre adoption, with 44% of consumers now primarily accessing internet through a fibre connection, according to IDC.
Employers expect struggles upskilling staff
22 October, 2019 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingAround 87% of Australian employers expect to face challenges upskilling staff to support the adoption of new technologies.
Cybersecurity and data management top concerns for IT auditors
21 October, 2019IT security, privacy and cybersecurity remain the top challenges for IT auditors worldwide, followed by data management and emerging technologies.
Would you trust a robot over your manager? Study finds most do
21 October, 2019 | Supplied by: Oracle AustraliaPeople trust robots more than their managers, with many being "excited" about and "grateful" for their robot co-workers, a study shows.
