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ClearCourse acquires Computers for Flooring in Welsh push
Digital Transformation

ClearCourse acquires Computers for Flooring in Welsh push

ClearCourse has acquired Cardiff-based Computers for Flooring, expanding its UK reach with software managing GBP £180m in flooring sales annually.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Major brands to boost investment in loyalty programmes
Customer Relationship Management

Major brands to boost investment in loyalty programmes

A study by Apadmi reveals that 67% of major brands plan to elevate investments in digital customer loyalty programmes over the upcoming year.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025

Global Stories

Retail stories

Identity fraud costs firms USD $7 million annually worldwide
Customer Experience

Identity fraud costs firms USD $7 million annually worldwide

Identity fraud costs businesses USD $7 million yearly worldwide, with Asia Pacific firms facing rising threats from sophisticated attacks, a new study finds.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Disprz hits revenue milestone, outlines plans for GenAI expansion
Software-as-a-Service

Disprz hits revenue milestone, outlines plans for GenAI expansion

Disprz has surpassed INR ₹100 crore in annual recurring revenue, leveraging GenAI and focusing on Asia-Pacific expansion to boost enterprise skilling.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
JLL Design consolidates global design services under one brand
Branding

JLL Design consolidates global design services under one brand

JLL has launched JLL Design, a global consultancy unifying its design services to enhance delivery across workplace, retail, and hospitality sectors.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025
Study shows Fastly boosts security with 235% ROI increase
Firewalls

Study shows Fastly boosts security with 235% ROI increase

Fastly's recent study reveals users of its Application Security Solutions enjoy USD $6.04 million in benefits over three years, marking a 235% ROI.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
SOTI partners for enhanced supply chain print solutions
Data Protection

SOTI partners for enhanced supply chain print solutions

SOTI has partnered with TSC Auto ID and BarTender by Seagull to enhance print management for the supply chain, aiming to resolve downtime issues faced by workers.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
Why we need to be all-in on Personalisation
Data Analytics

Why we need to be all-in on Personalisation

Personalisation is revolutionising retail, driving customer loyalty and profitability, as businesses harness AI to enhance unique shopping experiences.

By Sarah Jarvis • 6 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
Capgemini & Google Cloud unite for AI customer solutions
Unified Communications

Capgemini & Google Cloud unite for AI customer solutions

Capgemini has teamed up with Google Cloud to develop innovative AI solutions designed to enhance customer experiences across multiple sectors.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
Accenture & Google Cloud boost AI & cloud solutions
Network Infrastructure

Accenture & Google Cloud boost AI & cloud solutions

Accenture is expanding its partnership with Google Cloud to enhance cloud and AI adoption globally, focusing on solutions that boost enterprise efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
AI transforms online shopping in Australia & New Zealand
Customer Experience

AI transforms online shopping in Australia & New Zealand

Retailers in Australia and New Zealand are adopting AI strategies, leveraging Snowflake's Data Cloud to enhance customer experiences and streamline operations.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Retail stories

Australian discretionary spending rebounds as confidence grows
Economics

Australian discretionary spending rebounds as confidence grows

Australia's Visa Spending Momentum Index rose 2.7 points to 98.6 in March, signalling a rebound in consumer spending after two months of decline.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Achieve True Personalisation with AI-Powered Customer Data Clouds
Data Analytics

Achieve True Personalisation with AI-Powered Customer Data Clouds

AI-powered Customer Data Clouds are revolutionising personalisation, allowing brands to deliver tailored experiences at scale, transforming customer engagement.

By Billy Loizou • 8 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025
Axis opens Sydney innovation hub to boost tech collaboration
EduTech

Axis opens Sydney innovation hub to boost tech collaboration

Axis Communications has launched its new innovation hub in Ryde, Sydney, aiming to enhance tech collaboration and support local industries with cutting-edge solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025
Ultrahuman unveils flagship ring in Australian market at AUD $599.95
Fitness

Ultrahuman unveils flagship ring in Australian market at AUD $599.95

Ultrahuman has launched the Ultrahuman Ring AIR in Australia, the world's lightest wearable at AUD $599.95, designed for health-conscious consumers.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Apr 2025
DaveAI secures funding to expand AI technology globally
Customer Experience

DaveAI secures funding to expand AI technology globally

DaveAI has raised new funds in a pre-Series A round led by Inflection Point Ventures and SucSEED, aimed at enhancing its AI technology and global expansion.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Apr 2025
Alvin Oh joins V2 Consultancy as AI Modernisation Partner
Digital Transformation

Alvin Oh joins V2 Consultancy as AI Modernisation Partner

Alvin Oh has joined V2 as an AI & Modernisation Partner, bringing over 20 years of tech experience to enhance the firm's data and AI services.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025