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How the desire for truly unified communications is transforming the telecoms industry
Unified Communications

How the desire for truly unified communications is transforming the telecoms industry

The telecoms industry is undergoing a seismic shift towards unified communications, driven by the demand for seamless, cloud-based telephony solutions.

By Steve Flavell • 5 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
UK businesses optimistic on growth, investing in AI tech
Data Analytics

UK businesses optimistic on growth, investing in AI tech

A recent Capgemini report reveals that 60% of UK businesses remain optimistic for 2025, planning increased investments despite fears of trade wars and supply chain issues.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025

Global Stories

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UK firms to invest USD $650 billion in reindustrialisation
Digital Transformation

UK firms to invest USD $650 billion in reindustrialisation

A Capgemini study reveals UK firms plan to invest USD $650 billion in reindustrialisation over three years, driven by trade tensions and supply chain pressures.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
Pigment launches AI Analyst Agent to transform business plans
Partner Programmes

Pigment launches AI Analyst Agent to transform business plans

Pigment has unveiled Analyst Agent, its inaugural AI tool, aimed at empowering senior executives to enhance business strategy amid evolving market conditions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
CEOs globally focus on tariffs & agentic AI in 2025
Artificial Intelligence

CEOs globally focus on tariffs & agentic AI in 2025

IoT Analytics' Q1 2025 report highlights a 190% spike in CEO discussions on tariffs, alongside rising concerns over economic uncertainty and agentic AI.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Mar 2025
US tariffs compel firms to shift tariff burden to buyers
Supply Chain

US tariffs compel firms to shift tariff burden to buyers

New US tariffs on imports from China, Mexico, and Canada are driving CFOs to adjust strategies, with 59% expecting to pass costs largely to consumers.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Mar 2025
The Resilience Roadmap – Six steps to building business strength
Partner Programmes

The Resilience Roadmap – Six steps to building business strength

Amid a 50.2% rise in critical financial stress affecting nearly 47,000 UK businesses, experts outline six essential steps to bolster resilience in 2025.

By Nevil Durrant • 6 min read • Mon, 10th Mar 2025
The global impact of U.S. Trade Tariffs: Perspectives from key industries
Supply Chain

The global impact of U.S. Trade Tariffs: Perspectives from key industries

The Trump administration's 25% tariffs on aluminium and steel imports send shockwaves through global industries, intensifying costs and supply chain challenges.

By Daniel Kohut • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
60% of firms revamping supply chains amid trade turmoil
Supply Chain

60% of firms revamping supply chains amid trade turmoil

A new report reveals 60% of firms are revamping supply chains to tackle tariff uncertainty and market volatility, driving investments in automation and diversification.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Blue Yonder reports USD $1.36bn revenue growth in 2024
Data Analytics

Blue Yonder reports USD $1.36bn revenue growth in 2024

Blue Yonder reported a revenue of USD $1.36 billion for full-year 2024, showcasing significant SaaS growth and a strong focus on AI innovations for supply chain solutions.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025
S&P Global forecasts a 9% rise in IT spending for 2025
Semiconductors

S&P Global forecasts a 9% rise in IT spending for 2025

S&P Global Ratings predicts a 9% surge in global IT spending by 2025, driven by AI investments in data centres and traditional hardware.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Tradebyte predicts challenges & strategies for 2025
Customer Experience

Tradebyte predicts challenges & strategies for 2025

Tradebyte forecasts a dynamic future for eCommerce in 2025, highlighting challenges from potential U.S. protectionism and the need for European brands to adapt.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
Q4 2024 report shows rise in tariff & agentic AI talks
Partner Programmes

Q4 2024 report shows rise in tariff & agentic AI talks

IoT Analytics' latest report reveals a surge in discussions on tariffs, reshoring, and agentic AI during Q4 2024 earnings calls among global companies.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
Industrial 3D printer shipments set for 2025 rebound
Space

Industrial 3D printer shipments set for 2025 rebound

Shipments of industrial 3D printers are set to recover by late 2025, with a predicted 15% increase driven by demand for metal-based systems.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
AI reshapes retail inventory with StyleMatrix by 2025
Data Analytics

AI reshapes retail inventory with StyleMatrix by 2025

By 2025, StyleMatrix will revolutionise retail inventory management through AI technology, helping retailers adapt to an unpredictable market landscape.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024
Cybersecurity tops risks for TMT sectors in 2024 report
Supply Chain

Cybersecurity tops risks for TMT sectors in 2024 report

A new WTW report reveals that 51% of media and telecoms firms cite cybersecurity as a top concern, amid rising AI-related threats and regulatory pressures.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024

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NFTs aren't just art - they will shape your future
Gaming

NFTs aren't just art - they will shape your future

NFTs are evolving beyond digital art, impacting sectors like music and finance, and offering unique opportunities for ownership in the digital future.

By Janine Grainger • 7 min read • Mon, 10th Mar 2025