On Monday, the CSIRO’s Data61 and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) released a report Global trade and investment megatrends detailing the five megatrends that will reshape global trade and investment during and post-COVID-19. A megatrend is “a deep-set trajectory of change occurring at the intersection of multiple trends and drivers.” The five megatrends […]
The Prime Minister has encouraged businesses to “be the best at adopting” technology but has cautioned against becoming “one big Silicon Valley.” This has elicited confusion among tech creators who question how Australia can promote technological innovation under a Federal strategy that prioritises practicality over originality. In an address to the Australian e-Commerce Virtual Summit […]
A parliamentary committee chaired by ex-Deputy PM Barnaby Joyce has made six recommendations to the Federal Government to help small businesses compete against overseas, internet-based firms marketing to Australian consumers. In its report into the impact of global, internet-based competition on local businesses, the Innovation, Industry, Science and Resources Committee recommended the creation of a […]
Get the details in the IDC InfoBrief – Thriving in the Digital Economy here. IDC surveyed decision makers around the globe to find out how new technology is changing business. IDC InfoBrief, sponsored by SAP, Thriving in the Digital Economy, February 2016.
If figures from Deloitte are to be believed, Australia’s digital economy is booming – with the advisory firm valuing it at $AUD79 billion. Another report by Chinese networking firm Huawei now ranks the country in 12th position among 50 leading countries, for Internet connectivity and adoption of a digital economy. The digital enterprise within Australia: A […]
New consumer engagement figures have revealed that Australian consumers expect real-time help within 78 seconds when online.
The Australian retail sector has been profoundly shaped in recent years by changing consumer demands.
Despite the growth of ecommerce in Australia, many Australians still believe the cheapest deals are still found on overseas websites.
Having recently launched into the Australian market, the bespoke software as a service (SaaS) platform, tailor made for selling wine online, has the potential to completely disrupt the industry.
From shiny new devices to speedy software and the rise of the cloud, there’s more technology to help businesses succeed than ever. Yet Australian business operators are still hesitant to embrace it.
