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Modernisation stories

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Monoova & Guidewire join forces to modernise Aus insurance
3 days ago
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payment technologies
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australian prudential regulation authority
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modernisation
Monoova partners with Guidewire to modernise Australian insurance payments, introducing new methods like PayTo to replace direct debits by 2030 and enhance client satisfaction.
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Crunchyroll to unveil new brand identity at San Diego Comic Con
3 days ago
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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modernisation
Crunchyroll will unveil a refreshed brand identity at SDCC, featuring a modernised logo, updated font, vibrant colours, and new anime-inspired elements.
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Nest extends contract with Nexer Digital in GBP £1.3m deal
4 days ago
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collaboration
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modernisation
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nest
Nest is extending its contract with Nexer Digital in a two-year, GBP £1.3 million deal to enhance its pension service for 11 million users through a user-centred, digital-first approach.
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The surprising soft ROI of cloud ERP systems
4 days ago
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iot
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ai
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customer service
Cloud ERP systems promise not just cost savings and efficiency, but also improve employee morale, customer service, and adaptability, offering unexpected benefits beyond traditional ROI measures.
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SnapLogic survey reveals crippling costs of outdated technology
Last week
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ai
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integration
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snaplogic
Legacy systems are costing businesses nearly USD $3 million annually, reveals SnapLogic. The integration of GenAI promises to alleviate 25% of workloads.
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Greater Shepparton to adopt Schneider Electric's service model
This month
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power / energy
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cleantech
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public sector
Greater Shepparton City Council partners with Schneider Electric to transition from CAPEX to a managed service model, ensuring cost-efficient and continuous power supply.
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UK business leaders stressed by rapid tech changes, study finds
This month
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digital transformation
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fintechs
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financial systems
A BBD Perfect Storm Co/Labs survey reveals UK business leaders' anxiety over rapid tech evolution, with many admitting to stress and a fear of appearing outdated.
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Sovos & PwC Ireland form partnership to enhance e-invoicing
Last month
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risk & compliance
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report
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digitisation
Sovos and PwC Ireland join forces to bolster e-invoicing and e-reporting solutions, aiming to streamline compliance in response to new EU mandates.
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Broadcom updates VMware Cloud Foundation with new key features
Last month
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devops
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it automation
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casb
Broadcom boosts its VMware Cloud Foundation with key updates, enhancing modernisation, developer productivity, and security while minimising costs.
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Resistance to change stalls UK banks' tech modernisation
Last month
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modernisation
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cloud migration
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banking
A new report reveals a resistance to change and reliance on legacy technology are major hurdles to core banking modernisation, putting them at risk.
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Outdated tech obstructing innovation, says NTT DATA report
Last month
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cleantech
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business continuity
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sustainability
NTT DATA’s 2024 Infrastructure Lifecycle Management Report finds 80% of global firms hindered by outdated tech. ANZ leads with 100% of executives reporting impaired business agility due to legacy systems.
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Global HealthTech market projected to reach USD $33.1 billion by 2034
Last month
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ai
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healthtech
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modernisation
The HTM market, valued at USD $8.2 billion in 2024, is predicted to hit USD $33.1 billion by 2034, driven by advances in medical tech and efficient equipment management.
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Bendigo & Adelaide Bank embraces AI for tech modernisation
Last month
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ai
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modernisation
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financial institutions
Bendigo and Adelaide Bank pairs with MongoDB to modernise its core banking tech using MongoDB Atlas and generative AI, aiming to slash costs and boost innovation.
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UK's outdated tech hampers business progress – report
Last month
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cleantech
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ntt data
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business continuity
A new NTT DATA report reveals 80% of global organisations struggle with outdated tech, with UK firms particularly hampered by legacy infrastructure.
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TCS launches AI WisdomNext to streamline GenAI adoption
Last month
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ai
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data integration
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modernisation
TCS launches TCS AI WisdomNext, a platform unifying multiple Generative AI services to help organisations streamline innovation, reduce costs, and ensure compliance.
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Australian & Kiwi SMBs increase AI investments for growth
Last month
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edge computing
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digital entertainment
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power / energy
SMBs in Australia and New Zealand are ramping up AI investments, with nearly half planning major boosts over five years to drive growth and innovation, a survey reveals.
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Leveraging architecture mining for enhanced cloud management
Last month
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storage
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
Architecture mining technologies are revolutionising cloud management, providing critical insights into security, cost control, and infrastructure optimisation.
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Ansvar partners with Interactive to modernise tech & boost security
Thu, 30th May 2024
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it training
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data protection
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hcm
Ansvar teams up with Interactive to modernise their tech stack and bolster security measures, driving enhanced risk management and regulatory compliance.
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Future-proofing financial services: The new era of AI-enhanced identity security
Wed, 15th May 2024
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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data privacy
AI-enhanced identity security is essential as 93% of financial services leaders grapple with data breaches. How can AI modernise and fortify their defences?.
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Telcom Group chosen for phase two of Cardiff fibre network
Tue, 14th May 2024
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digital divide
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investment
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telco
Cardiff Council has selected Telcom Group to deploy the next phase of its full fibre internet network, aiming for 100% coverage by 2025.