Workforce Technology stories - Page 9

Blue Yonder expands with acquisitions and AI, securing major clients and boosting supply chain efficiency amid inflation and regulatory challenges in Q2 2025.

AWS announces new AI tools, a USD $100m boost, and education data deals, including Macquarie University's shift to AWS cloud for 40,000 students.

HR leaders must prepare solid ROI, cost, and risk data to convince finance teams that HR software is a strategic investment, not just a cost centre.

Employee share schemes are expanding beyond tech, helping Australian SMEs attract and retain staff while fostering widespread wealth creation through equity.

ACS urges swift, risk-based AI regulation alongside skill-building to boost trust, innovation and address critical digital capability gaps in Australia.

Nearly 25% of Australia's 2025 workforce is over 50, yet 42% face age discrimination, despite their vital skills in sectors like healthcare and construction.

PERSOLKELLY rebrands as PERSOL across 13 markets, uniting its Australian operations to meet rising workforce demands amid rapid tech and green energy shifts.

Australian IT teams show strong confidence in operational resilience despite outage challenges, yet lag behind globally in AI readiness, says SolarWinds report.

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

ServiceNow launches agentic AI management in Asia Pacific as AI spending dips, aiming to better integrate human workers and AI agents for improved business outcomes.

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

Rippling's HR tech boom in Australia, with 80+ staff, tailored tools, and USD $450m raised, supports local firms growing globally amid rising compliance needs.

Businesses must empower employees through HR-led cybersecurity education and tech to prevent costly cyberattacks and safeguard company data and trust.

AI is sparking innovation and concern across sectors worldwide as firms race to harness its power while addressing risks and workforce anxieties.

Education and recruitment leaders urge AI to support, not replace, humans, emphasising ethics, creativity and oversight in tech-driven sectors.

HR Crowd appoints Ben Bach as NSW Practice Director to strengthen regional leadership and client engagement across Australia and New Zealand.

Deel launches AI upgrades and pay flexibility tools, enabling Australian firms to streamline global payroll and access international talent with ease.

OpenText launches MyAviator, a secure personal AI assistant designed to enhance productivity and streamline workflows for digital knowledge workers.

NiCE celebrates EMEA and APAC firms for AI-driven customer experience excellence at its 2025 International CX Excellence Awards, spotlighting innovation and impact.

Freshworks unveils Freshservice Journeys, an AI-driven tool designed to streamline employee transitions like onboarding and offboarding across departments.