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AI drives digital transformation as life sciences face labour gaps
DevOps

AI drives digital transformation as life sciences face labour gaps

Life sciences firms are boosting AI use to tackle skilled labour shortages and regulatory challenges, with 95% adopting smart manufacturing technologies.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Jun 2025
DataX Connect launches 2025 global data centre salary survey
Data centers

DataX Connect launches 2025 global data centre salary survey

DataX Connect has launched its 2025 survey to reveal detailed salary and career trends for data centre professionals in Europe and the US.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Sat, 21st Jun 2025
AI adoption surges in Asia Pacific manufacturing for quality, efficiency
Digital Transformation

AI adoption surges in Asia Pacific manufacturing for quality, efficiency

In Asia Pacific, 94% of manufacturers plan AI investments, prioritising quality control and cybersecurity to boost efficiency and tackle labour shortages.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025
Honeywell launches AI building management for Australia, NZ
Digital Transformation

Honeywell launches AI building management for Australia, NZ

Honeywell launches its AI-powered Connected Solutions platform in Australia and New Zealand to streamline building management and boost energy efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Jun 2025
Hacking Games & Immersive partner to train cyber talent
Education, Learning & Training

Hacking Games & Immersive partner to train cyber talent

The Hacking Games partners with Immersive's Cyber Million to train ethical hackers and tackle the global cybersecurity workforce gap amid rising cybercrime costs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 30th May 2025
Schneider Electric unveils AI Copilot to enhance manufacturing
Robotics

Schneider Electric unveils AI Copilot to enhance manufacturing

Schneider Electric and Microsoft have unveiled an industrial Copilot using generative AI to boost productivity and streamline automation in manufacturing environments.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 16th May 2025
AI is inevitable: The only choice is to adapt or stagnate
Data Analytics

AI is inevitable: The only choice is to adapt or stagnate

AI adoption is crucial for businesses to thrive, not just survive, amid fears of job losses; embracing AI boosts productivity and job evolution.

By Adhil Badat • 5 min read • Wed, 14th May 2025
Agentic AI: Redefining how we work with technology
Supply Chain

Agentic AI: Redefining how we work with technology

Agentic AI is transforming Australian businesses, enabling smarter, faster decisions and reshaping innovation, productivity and growth strategies.

By George Harb • 4 min read • Fri, 9th May 2025
Aimer Farming unveils AI toolset to boost farm profitability
Agricultural Technology

Aimer Farming unveils AI toolset to boost farm profitability

Aimer Farming has unveiled Aimer Vision, an AI tool aimed at enhancing dairy profitability by up to USD $400 per hectare for New Zealand farmers.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Labour Shortage stories

UK manufacturing SMEs could boost GDP by GBP £83bn if scaled up
Digital Transformation

UK manufacturing SMEs could boost GDP by GBP £83bn if scaled up

UK manufacturing SMEs could boost GDP by GBP £83bn if they scale, but face barriers like outdated planning and funding access, says new report.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025
Majority of US freight experts expect driverless trucks by 2050
Cartech

Majority of US freight experts expect driverless trucks by 2050

A survey reveals 65% of US freight experts expect driverless trucks to be common by 2050, with early use on long-haul highways and low traffic times.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025
Australian business numbers surge 17% despite challenges
Clean technologies

Australian business numbers surge 17% despite challenges

Business numbers in Australia have surged over 17% since 2019, led by healthcare growth and booming regions like Melton, Victoria, despite economic challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd Jun 2025
Manufacturers embrace AI & automation but face key barriers in 2025
Digital Transformation

Manufacturers embrace AI & automation but face key barriers in 2025

Manufacturers are keen on AI and automation, with 40% prioritising these for 2025, but face challenges like integration issues and skilled labour shortages.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
UK fulfilment warehouses 85% automated by 2030, study finds
Data Analytics

UK fulfilment warehouses 85% automated by 2030, study finds

By 2030, over 85% of UK fulfilment warehouses will be automated, driven by AI advances and robotics, says Impact Express report.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
Singapore could gain SGD $53 billion from AI productivity over the next decade
Phishing

Singapore could gain SGD $53 billion from AI productivity over the next decade

Singapore could boost its economy by SGD $53 billion by 2080 through AI-driven productivity gains, transforming healthcare and cybersecurity sectors.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 27th May 2025
AI adoption grows in Singapore retail as trust concerns persist
Digital Transformation

AI adoption grows in Singapore retail as trust concerns persist

Salesforce's report reveals 85% of Singaporean retailers plan to boost AI investments, with 69% viewing AI agents as vital for competitive edge in 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 9th May 2025
Airwallex sees 153% revenue increase in Singapore for 2024
Artificial Intelligence

Airwallex sees 153% revenue increase in Singapore for 2024

Airwallex has reported a staggering 153% revenue increase in Singapore for 2024, spurred by booming transaction volumes and significant customer growth.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025
AI investment rises, spurring upskilling concerns in Australia
Artificial Intelligence

AI investment rises, spurring upskilling concerns in Australia

As businesses ramp up their AI investments, a new report reveals 27% of HR professionals now see workforce upskilling as their top challenge for 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025