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🤔 What’s driving Australians' trust in new retail technologies? The 2024 TRUST TREND report, led by Dr. Nadine Ostern, Cisco Chair in Trusted Retail, reveals key insights into what consumers need to feel confident in adopting innovations like self-driving stores and in-store tech: 🔎 Data transparency triples willingness to share health and fitness data when retailers clearly explain how it will be used. 📍 Enhanced personalisation doubles location sharing, as Australians are more open to sharing data when it improves their shopping experience. 🛍️ Tangible benefits boost trust, with customers more likely to share their shopping history when they see real value in return. However, trust isn’t without its challenges. Australians still have concerns about privacy, data breaches, and loss of human interaction, and retailers must address these to close the gap between tech innovation and customer adoption. Want to dig deeper into these trends and explore the future of retail technology? Download the full 2024 TRUST TREND report here: https://bit.ly/3ZLwHqE And don't miss the official report launch on October 23 at QUT (Queensland University of Technology)! Join leading researchers and industry experts as they dive into Australians' ‘techspectations’ and share forward-thinking insights on building trust in retail tech: https://bit.ly/3ZQuji2 Dr Shannon Colville Dr Scott Murray, AFHEA Amanda Gudmundsson Cameron Newton Reg Johnson James Stewart Terry Weber Gemma Alker GAICD ♾ Michael Rosemann Kevin Desouza Bree Johnstone Graeme Hughes Ben Youl Andre Korte Stephanie Martin Vibhor Pandey Crystal Cooke Laura Hurtado Lopez

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Accelerating Australia's Tech Workforce It's been a decade of digital transformation! Our latest Digital Pulse report outlines 4 key areas to supercharge Australia's tech talent pipeline: Revitalise our tech talent sources Close the AI adoption gap Engage the next generation of tech talent Increase diversity in tech Ready to dive deeper? Download the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gVsjdtnJ Also, get in touch today about how you and your team can play an important role with ACS (Australian Computer Society). #digitalpulse #techworkforce #australiatech #digitaltransformation #futureofwork

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Need to cut costs? Head in the clouds ☁ The latest IDC report shows ANZ businesses are increasingly embracing cloud printing and automation to reduce costs and improve workflow. With inflation pressures, it’s no surprise that nearly 50% are moving toward cloud printing to streamline operations. Thinking of updating your setup? Let’s talk about simple steps to make your print infrastructure more cost-effective. #CostEfficiency #CloudPrinting #Automation #PrintingSolutions #IDCReport

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Great insights on how retail discounting (whether positive or negative) affects Actual Selling Prices, and the knock-on effects on the business. The Retail Score always provide valuable information that just makes sense of the retail trends that we're experiencing as consumers. #retail #TheRetailScore

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Who doesn't like opening up their time to do more productive activity? 🤔📈 Spend less time administrating and more time innovating by leaning on #AI with the tools you already have available in your Microsoft Suite! 💡 Ingram Micro have teamed up with Using Technology Better to deliver a webinar that gives all attendees (whether you are experienced or a new user) tips and tricks that you can apply to your day-to-day to be more productive. #CoPilot #Productivity #IMNZ #Microsoft Jamie Hall Barbara Kidd Cassandra Ong

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Do you want to host a Webinar or Live Event but not sure where to begin? Kiwis have valuable insights to share, but distance and costs make in-person events challenging. Explore the benefits of Zoom Webinars, Microsoft Webinar, Town Hall Meetings, Breakout Rooms, and Event facilitation with Connect NZ. Discover the advantages of having separate back and front stages for Zoom events. Interested in learning more? Drop me a message.

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🚀 As more and more Australian businesses are meeting new customers for the first time online🧑‍💻, it has become crucial for them to effectively integrate technology and customer experiences in order to drive sales and achieve success. Discover more about how our business nbn fibre plans can help you create create that experience 👉https://lnkd.in/gUzhEDay

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Jay Strydom on the panel at Dev Day Aotearoa, discussing the future of cloud computing. Jay loves a good challenge. If you tell him that you have tried everything to optimise your cloud cost, he will go deep into your architecture to find a way to achieve more savings without impacting performance or your security posture. If you tell him your application or Ai solution can’t perform better without increasing your COGS, he will find a way to get it done… It was great for Jay to share some of his insights with the dev community today, inspiring others to achieve more in the cloud.

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You know your business has potential – but are you getting the most out of your technology? At Southern Cross Computer Systems, we help businesses all over Australia unlock new opportunities with tailored technology solutions. How We Help You Succeed: Slide 1: Tailored Solutions: No two businesses are the same, and neither are their tech needs. We dive deep into your specific challenges and goals, crafting custom solutions—whether it's managing devices, transforming your cloud infrastructure, or optimiing operations. Slide 2: Comprehensive Services: Technology is complex, but managing it shouldn’t be. We offer comprehensive services that cover all your IT needs. With SCCS managing the details, you’re free to focus on what matters most—driving your business forward. Slide 3: Quality and Trust: Your business deserves a technology partner you can trust. We ensure your tech meets current demands and is scalable for future growth, all while prioriting reliability and your success. Slide 4: . Sustainability and Responsibility: From green disposal of outdated tech to partnerships with charities like PonyUp for Good, we ensure your decommissioned assets leave a positive impact beyond your business. Slide 5: Ready to harness technology that truly works for you? Let’s start a conversation and explore how we can help your business reach its full potential. 🌏: https://hubs.ly/Q02STpRx0 #TechSolutions #Innovation #BusinessGrowth #SCCS

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I have to agree with B&T "Retail media is presently the hottest ticket in town in Australia’s media, marketing and advertising sector. An $850 million business for Australian retailers today, the industry is projected to grow as high as $3 billion by 2027, according to PwC’s 2023 Global Entertainment and Media Outlook." Read the full article below 👇 #retailmedia #advertisinggrowth #retail #instoredigitalsignage #shoppers

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Another great AiMCO – Australian Influencer Marketing Council member event, focused on Black Friday with panellists Bryce Coombe at Hypetap, Lena Zak at Amazon and Lauren Dawber (Small) at Optus, hosted at JCDecaux Australia offices When many media only offer audiences when clients want outcomes We are now in an era where the biggest growth channels are retail media and creators. Creators have that authentic and connected audience and what better retail moment than #BlackFriday to prove outcomes. Our talk focused on the power of influencers/creators and the impacts on Black Friday retail outcomes. Thanks to Hypetap for the data and key observations 💡Black Friday gains popularity Year after Year Mentions of Black Friday in Influencer captions has been steadily increasing since 2021, with 2024 numbers projected to double mentions in 2021. 💡A shift away from Boxing Day Mentions of Boxing Day sales have been declining year over year, while Black Friday mentions have continued to rise. In 2023, Black Friday mentions were up 20% compared to the previous year, while Boxing Day mentions saw a 10% decrease. 💡Black Friday is getting earlier Influencers are starting to promote Black Friday deals earlier than ever before. In 2021, posts began to appear in late November, but by 2023, some influencers were already mentioning the event in September. 💡The rise of online shopping Mentions of "online" in Black Friday captions have also been on the rise, while mentions of bricks and mortar stores have declined. This year, online shopping is expected to surpass in-store shopping for the first time, driven by influencer marketing. 💡Influencers Driving Purchase Decisions 20% of Australian consumers go to Influencer channels during the purchase process for reviews, advice and direction I would like to thank our panellists for delivering such valuable insights and also their own reflections on the things that make a content creator effective in building trust and driving results. Authenticity, audience alignment, and the ability to adapt messaging to consumer needs are critical attributes in any campaign, but certainly during the busy Black Friday campaign period #aimco #memberevents #panel

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📱The Adobe Digital Government Index reveals Australians could save 800 million hours over the next decade by shifting more government services online. With over 90% of people keen to use digital services but only 79% succeeding, the report identifies a $12 billion opportunity through streamlined digital investments. Investing in digital equity isn’t just smarter, it’s becoming essential. Read more: https://ow.ly/pnzR30sIrn1 #AdobeAnalytics #Government #DigitalInvestment

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