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Mintivo reports 40% growth as it invests in people & tech
Customer Experience

Mintivo reports 40% growth as it invests in people & tech

Wiltshire IT firm Mintivo has achieved over 40% annual growth for two years running, driven by investment in staff, systems, and Cloud technology partnerships.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2025
Workspace 365 updates platform to boost engagement & combat isolation
Hybrid & Remote Work

Workspace 365 updates platform to boost engagement & combat isolation

Workspace 365's latest update introduces Communities to boost employee engagement and tackle isolation in remote and hybrid work environments.

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

Global Stories

Workplace culture stories

CelcomDigi unveils in-house AI tools for operational efficiency
Unified Communications

CelcomDigi unveils in-house AI tools for operational efficiency

CelcomDigi unveils AI-powered tools developed in-house to boost operations and serve SMEs via AI-as-a-Service, enhancing efficiency and customer support.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Aug 2025
AI voice platform Huckleberry transforms workplace feedback
Customer Experience

AI voice platform Huckleberry transforms workplace feedback

Huckleberry, an AI voice platform, revolutionises workplace feedback by enabling quick, accessible 360-degree reviews without HR involvement.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Aug 2025
37% of employees feel pressure to be 'always on' despite Right to Disconnect laws
Small Business

37% of employees feel pressure to be 'always on' despite Right to Disconnect laws

Nearly 40% of Australian employees feel pressured to be 'always on' despite Right to Disconnect laws aiming to protect after-hours work boundaries.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 12th Aug 2025
Frontline teams are left in the dark - And it's costing businesses
Partner Programmes

Frontline teams are left in the dark - And it's costing businesses

Frontline workers often lack real-time updates, causing costly inefficiencies and missed shifts; firms say better communication boosts productivity by 25%.

By Andy Nicholas • 4 min read • Wed, 30th Jul 2025
Australian small businesses face sharp rise in mental health absences
Small Business

Australian small businesses face sharp rise in mental health absences

Australian small businesses see the sharpest rise globally in mental health absences, with 33% reporting increased staff sick leave in the past year.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
Why your workplace 'perks' aren't perking
Human Capital Management

Why your workplace 'perks' aren't perking

Freebies alone won't build a strong workplace culture; employees seek purpose, recognition and clear development to stay motivated and committed.

By Neil Webster • 8 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2025
KnowBe4 named a top workplace for 2025 in cybersecurity sector
Human Capital Management

KnowBe4 named a top workplace for 2025 in cybersecurity sector

KnowBe4 has been named a 2025 Top Workplaces Industry winner by Energage, recognised for its supportive culture in the cybersecurity sector.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2025
Ben Dawson named new Cisco APJC President as Dave West shifts role
Digital Transformation

Ben Dawson named new Cisco APJC President as Dave West shifts role

Ben Dawson has been appointed Cisco's new President for Asia Pacific, Japan, and Greater China, succeeding Dave West as the tech giant shifts leadership roles.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Jul 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Workplace culture stories

Beyond automation: using technology to power personalised learning and development
EduTech

Beyond automation: using technology to power personalised learning and development

HR is evolving with AI-powered tools to deliver personalised learning and development, making upskilling key for talent retention and business growth.

By Aaron Rau • 5 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025
Gen Z professionals in Southeast Asia demand more flexibility
Hybrid & Remote Work

Gen Z professionals in Southeast Asia demand more flexibility

Gen Z professionals in Southeast Asia demand greater workplace flexibility, prioritising well-being and challenging traditional hustle culture norms to improve work-life balance.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 28th Jul 2025
Pro AV Solutions named among Australia's best places to work
Unified Communications

Pro AV Solutions named among Australia's best places to work

Pro AV Solutions has been named one of Australia's Best Places to Work 2025, praised for its strong culture, employee engagement and supportive environment.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
Macquarie Cloud Services named Australia's top graduate employer
Cybersecurity

Macquarie Cloud Services named Australia's top graduate employer

Macquarie Cloud Services has been crowned Australia's top graduate employer, outpacing giants like Amazon and Microsoft in career advancement and workplace culture.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Jul 2025
CEO resigns from Astronomer after Coldplay concert video goes viral
Surveillance

CEO resigns from Astronomer after Coldplay concert video goes viral

Astronomer CEO Andy Byron resigns after a viral Coldplay concert video sparks an internal probe and public scrutiny over private conduct.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 21st Jul 2025
Australian workplaces face productivity losses from friction
Human Capital Management

Australian workplaces face productivity losses from friction

A report reveals 92% of Australian workers experience workplace friction, hampering productivity due to poor communication, complex processes, and tech overload.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025
Beyond Key named one of India's top mid-size workplaces for 2025
Data Analytics

Beyond Key named one of India's top mid-size workplaces for 2025

Beyond Key is named one of India's top mid-size workplaces for 2025, recognised for its inclusive culture and commitment to employee well-being.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Jul 2025