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🚀 SOLUTION SPOTLIGHT: Navigating the 3G Network Sunset with Blackhawk.io In the ever-changing tech landscape, New Zealand is leading the charge in digital transformation. As Spark and One NZ retire the aging 3G network, embracing 4G, 5G, and LPWAN, the future looks promising. However, for telematics and GPS tracking solutions, this shift poses challenges. Step 1: The 3G Network Sunset The once groundbreaking 3G network is set to retire, led by Spark and Vodafone. While there's no set date, One NZ, Spark, and 2degrees have outlined 2025 for the transition. Step 2: Impact on Telematics and GPS Tracking A significant consequence is the obsolescence of older 3G telematics devices, crucial for fleet management. This shift could leave businesses without a vital component in their ecosystem. Step 3: The Blackhawk.io Solution Fearing disruption? Fear not. Blackhawk.io ensures a seamless transition. Good news – no Blackhawk IoT customers are affected; our devices are future-ready with 4G, 5G, or LPWAN connectivity. How Blackhawk.io Facilitates the Transition: 📡 Hassle-Free Device Replacement: We simplify the process, replacing outdated 3G devices with state-of-the-art alternatives. Our nationwide installation service ensures minimal downtime, with same-day completion options. 🚦 A Continuity of Services: No disruptions in fleet management with Blackhawk.io. Our devices offer real-time data, optimal uptime, and a reliable service you can trust. 👨‍🔧 Proactive Maintenance: Our platform provides real-time data-driven service reminders, reducing downtime and keeping your fleet in top shape. ⏩ Streamlined Transition: Blackhawk.io offers an all-in-one solution for managing assets. Seamlessly transition from outdated 3G devices to the latest telematics technology. Conclusion: Embrace the Future with Blackhawk.io As the 3G era ends in New Zealand, Blackhawk.io paves the way for a connected future. Trust us to navigate this transition, keeping your fleet on the cutting edge. With our innovative solutions, the road ahead is clear. Embrace the future with Blackhawk.io – where technology meets seamless fleet management. 🌐🚗 Explore our range of IoT devices: https://lnkd.in/gcZHV-eY hashtag #gpstracking #fleetmanagement #3gshutdown

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Is your data ready to ensure the success of the implementation of your new system? As high as 70-80% of system implementations fail, and of this, it has been cited that as high as 30% of the data in the system once launched is incorrect. In the countless system implementations I have been part of, I always start with “how confident are you on the quality of the data going into the new system, and what is your data preparation plan?”. We are currently working with a client who is moving from outsourcing to insourcing various assets, and is looking for a system to manage the assets once insourced. The challenge they have is the data going into the system is manually constructed in Excel, and lacks governance to ensure it is correct, accurate and timely. If not addressed, this lack of data quality issues will hinder the system implementation, provide inaccurate reports and may also put the insourcing strategy at risk. Prior to any new system implementation, it is critical you ensure your data is secure and fit-for-purpose, and to ensure your processes are documented and optimised. Only then, will you be able to truly realise the envisioned ROI. In addition to data quality, it is also critical businesses understand what data is being captured, where the data is being held and how it is stored to ensure they are meeting regulatory requirements. Want help on your data transformation journey? Contact us at [email protected] or visit us at evolvere.au. #businesstransformation #datastrategy #systemimplementation

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Just finished "Board Leadership in the Age of AI". This is a good overview for any board director wanting to get an understanding of how AI can improve organisation performance and reduce risk. https://lnkd.in/g4XE4nxk #artificialintelligenceforbusiness, #boardleadership.

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A practical and experience led book from Adam Bennett. Adam guides us through the key steps in Leading Great Change and executing Big Strategy in Australian corporate environments. A great read and comforting to see that we all face similar challenges in leading transformation. https://lnkd.in/g3izTzz9

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Blake Francis and I are designing Leading the Product 2025 Level Up content and one of the many sessions we have planned is a debate.. The topic we 'think' we'd like to debate in both Sydney and Melbourne is ... 💘 "Women tend to be more risk-averse in product decision-making than men." We're looking for 8 speakers... 4 in Sydney and 4 in Melbourne. I'm thinking all women in the debate.. But I am open to ideas and suggestions and speakers ( 💡 Ok as a result of this discussion.. its looking like bringing a broad diverse group of folks together to debate) Thoughts? PS: Anyone up for being part of the debate, let me know... Add your name to the comments... #productmanagement #debate #leadingtheproduct #ltp2025

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"Australia needs to scaleup up in tech or risk to be left behind." That's the title of a very interesting article by Daniel Petre on The Australian. "To truly compete with top-tier innovation hubs, Australia must overcome its geographic isolation by building strong international connections." That's one of the outcomes of latest Mind the Bridge Tech Scaleup Australia Report that has been presented this week at SXSW Sydney (with the support of ACCIONA and Crunchbase). Link for downloading the report in the notes. #startups #openinnovation #australia Serena Orizi Telmo Pérez Luaces Marco Marinucci Guillem Clemente Fernando Fajardo Gerez Serena Valente Giorgio Di Fiore Max Brigonzi Mattia Poletti

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Conducting a strategic opportunity audit for AI in aged care: It's about transforming challenges into opportunities. AI isn't just for tech experts; It's a tool that can revolutionize aged care. Harnessing AI's power starts with identifying repetitive tasks. AI can automate: • Routine data entry • Appointment scheduling • Medication reminders • Monitoring patient vitals AI enhances personal care by: → Analyzing data to tailor services → Using predictive analytics for health issues → Ensuring compliance with regulations → Optimizing staff allocation AI solutions must align with: • Organizational goals • Compliance standards • Long-term objectives The benefits of AI include: → Reduced workforce pressures → Improved personal care → Streamlined administrative tasks Implementing AI involves: 1. Identifying tasks for automation 2. Analyzing data for service improvement 3. Ensuring regulatory compliance 4. Allocating staff efficiently 5. Aligning AI with goals Expect costs and time frames to vary. Set a realistic start date. Ensure your team is ready. If not, reassess and try again. If yes, proceed with implementation. You now have a roadmap to harness AI. Good luck! Transform Challenges into Opportunities: Partner with Us for a Strategic Audit

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Explore how AI and Industry 4.0 are transforming small businesses and start-ups in Australia. From boosting efficiency to tackling challenges, discover the power of innovation. Comment below and let me know how I can help you take the next step! #AI #Startups #Businessowners #Innovation #Leadership

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Am very much looking forward to sharing and adding value to the digital transformation journeys that often unnecessarily confront, confound and confuse! #DigitalTransformation #AICD

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Scyne Advisory is pleased to announce an alliance with market-leading Australian software company Capsifi to deliver innovative digital operating model capabilities to Government and for-purpose clients across Australia. We are excited about the opportunities this strategic alliance will deliver for our for-purpose clients in support of their digital architecture, transformation and investment agendas. By aligning our strengths, Scyne Advisory and Capsifi will empower Government clients to confidently invest in and execute digital strategies, ultimately improving and integrating Government services for Australians. Capsifi’s solutions directly support Scyne Advisory’s purpose of building more resilient, equitable, secure and prosperous communities. The secure, sovereign Capsifi platform offers market-leading solutions for Strategy Execution, Business Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Customer Experience, Portfolio Planning, and Enterprise Governance. These solutions enable Government clients to create comprehensive digital operating models, encompassing organisational, functional, and ICT elements into an integrated, holistic system that serves as a continually evolving strategic asset for innovation and transformation. Our alliance with Capsifi enhances Scyne Advisory’s digital capabilities, supporting the realisation of Government agendas and public purpose projects. Combined with our specialist teams across Strategy & Transformation; Finance, Risk & Cyber; Data & Digital; and Infrastructure & Property, we are best-equipped to continue delivering excellence in support of Australia's public purpose. We look forward to the collaboration ahead and invite you to reach out to discuss how Scyne Advisory and Capsifi can accelerate your digital transformation journey. Adam Magee Catherine Eastwood Capsifi #ScyneAdvisory #PublicPurpose #DigitalTransformation #DigitalArchitecture #DigitalOperatingModel

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New Zealand’s business landscape is evolving fast. Staying competitive means aligning your IT strategy with your business goals. Securecom offer more than just tech support, we consider each move to provide strategic consulting to help Kiwi businesses optimise their performance, reduce risks, and innovate. Whether you're planning a growth phase or navigating tough economic conditions, our experienced team works with you to ensure your IT systems drive measured results, not just meet the bare minimum. We deliver success consistently for our clients. Come and meet our team. #Securecom #ITStrategy #Innovation #NewZealand

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It's important to pause and reflect on how far we've come as a team of business-enabling IT professionals since Walden Digital's inception four years ago. Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with “Interface”, Europe's leading CIO magazine, for an in-depth interview. We discussed the latest digital supply chain trends in logistics and healthcare logistics and explored the Digital Transformation happening across the Walden Group and its subsidiaries—Walden Digital, Movianto, ETP, TPI, and Ciblex/Relais Colis. The interview covered our innovative data journey with Databricks/Azure and the unique advantages of having in-house software development capabilities through our own digital subsidiary. The path hasn't always been straightforward, but our commitment to learning, engaging with business leaders, and adopting a "fail fast and agile" mindset has allowed us to enhance our digital capabilities, improve organizational choices, and increase supply chain agility and responsiveness. Looking forward to what’s next. If you’re interested in learning more, feel free to reach out for a virtual coffee. #DigitalTransformation #SupplyChain #Innovation #Leadership #WaldenDigital #Agility

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Are you and your team AI Ready? Last week we held our first  “Fuel the Future: Leadership in The Age of AI” event. AI Adapative and Red Marble AI have joined forces to support leaders and organisation take time out to think about in a structured way how to be AI ready. Thank you to everyone who attended the “Fuel the Future: Leadership in The Age of AI” breakfast on 14th August at QT Melbourne. Your enthusiasm and insightful contributions made the event a tremendous success. We were delighted to see so many curious, forward-thinking executives eager to understand how to integrate AI into their organisations in a more proactive and human-centred way. Based feedback during and after the event, we’re excited to introduce two new options to help our mission for more leaders to become AI-ready as they lead others A Half-Day Session on Tues 10th September in Melbourne to start: This session will cover much of the same agenda, with additional topics like “What is AI,” more in-depth discussions, use case examples, hands-on work, and enhanced networking opportunities. This session is ideal for senior leaders looking to curate effective AI adoption within their organisations. We encourage you to bring your team or encourage others to come along in order to maximise the impact and ensure your organisation is well-prepared for the future of AI. https://lnkd.in/gzhHiUjd An In-House Version: For those who prefer a more tailored approach, we offer an in-house version to help you create a consistent, human-centred strategy for AI adoption across your entire organisation

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*** Coffee - Breakdown of a Cup of Coffee *** I find it facinating understanding the breakdown of the input costs into the various products and services we utilise. Nothing is closer to most people's hearts than the morning coffee. The attached graphic came from the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) News article shows the breakdown of costs in a coffee: https://lnkd.in/gu6PsdS2 ⭐For every $5 coffee the coffee beans only represent $0.60. ⭐The actual coffee, milk, cup and lid represents 28% of the cost or only$1.41 ⭐Labour, rent, equipment and operationak costs are 72% of the cost. I also ponder what business coffee shops are really into? ⭐Renting out tables for meetings ⭐Caffeine clinic to help our addictions ⭐Productivity enhancement ⭐Entertainment venue where we can catch up with friends The article is also very interesting in providing details into the recent increase in coffee prices due to the weather conditions in some of the key growing regions of Vietnam and Brazil. #coffee #caffeine #cafe

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I have written about the journey to Vivara in an article on #CaffeineDaily https://lnkd.in/g8GDw_hA

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🌐 Navigating the Future of AI Governance #solution Being AI Group has partnered with Truyo | An IntraEdge Company to deliver a powerful solution to assist with Governance to enable adoption of AI into business across Australia and New Zealand. In todays rapidly evolving AI landscape, robust governance is no longer optional—it's essential. As businesses integrate AI into their operations, the need for transparent, ethical, and effective governance frameworks becomes paramount. At Being AI, we are at the forefront of helping New Zealand & Australian businesses navigate this complex terrain. 🔍 Why AI Governance? The exponential growth in AI capabilities, particularly with generative AI, presents both unprecedented opportunities and significant risks. Recent global reports emphasize that AI governance frameworks are crucial to manage these risks and ensure AI systems are safe, ethical, and aligned with societal values​. 💡 Current Trends in AI Governance: Regulatory Developments: Australia and New Zealand are keeping pace with global trends, with increasing focus on AI ethics and compliance. Best Practices: Key practices in AI governance include deploying strong security frameworks, ensuring transparency in AI operations, and continuously monitoring AI systems for bias and ethical concerns​. 🚀 How Being AI & Truyo Can Help: Truyo offers a powerful solution for AI governance, combining advanced compliance tools with intuitive user interfaces to help New Zealand businesses stay ahead of regulatory demands and ethical standards. By integrating Truyo, your organization can achieve: Enhanced Data Privacy: Automated compliance with global and local data protection regulations. Risk Management: Proactive identification and mitigation of AI-related risks. Transparency and Trust: Clear insights into AI decision-making processes, fostering greater stakeholder confidence. 📈 Let's Discuss: Are you ready to lead the way in responsible AI deployment in New Zealand? Connect with us to explore how Being AI Group & Truyo | An IntraEdge Company can support your AI governance journey. Together, we can ensure your AI initiatives are both innovative and ethical, driving sustainable growth and trust in the digital age. 🔗 Contact us today to schedule a consultation. #AIGovernance #AICompliance #EthicalAI #Truyo #BeingAI #AIRegulation #TechInnovation #NewZealandBusiness

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Move beyond the AI hype. We provide pragmatic intelligent automation solutions to address a wide range of business challenges. If you’re looking to elevate your customer experience and streamline your back office processes, reach out for a chat!

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