COVID-19 stories
COVID-19 drove a surge in online retail spending, with an additional $900bn globally, making up $1 in every $5 spent, according to Mastercard.
Businesses at risk from cyber criminals due to rushed remote working during COVID-19, says Verizon. 49% experienced cybersecurity issues.
The financial threat landscape experienced a game-changing pandemic year, according to a new report from Kaspersky.
Vaccine rollouts may end lockdowns, but remote working is here to stay. Infosys' research shows the benefits and challenges of the digital workplace.
The pandemic had adverse effects on managerial relationships, micromanaging, and communication, according to new research from Blind.
Australian Government grants $2.7 million to Skill Finder, a digital micro-skills marketplace, to offer free training to workers affected by COVID-19.
Australians feel more financially stable despite the end of government assistance, according to Experian research.
Data demands have surged during the pandemic, but many organizations are struggling with their databases, says a SingleStore survey.
New research shows that companies need to invest in flexible work policies and address a trust disconnect with employees for remote work to succeed.
Managed service providers (MSPs) saw growth in Microsoft Office 365 business during the pandemic, according to a survey by Altaro.
COVID-19 challenges are the top priority for businesses in 2021, followed by improving customer experience and operational efficiencies, says study.
COVID-19 and the fear of falling behind competitors has driven New Zealand SMEs to embrace digital tools, says MYOB research.
Remote workers are still facing challenges with distractions and stress after a year of working from home, according to a new study by Egress.
Hewlett-Packard New Zealand reports $4.66 million net profit loss for 2020, down from $3.57 million in 2019. Revenue increased to $143.79 million.
Nearly half of enterprise WAN managers have adopted SD-WAN, up from 18% in 2018, according to TeleGeography's WAN Manager Survey.
Zoom anxiety grips remote workers as video calling takes its toll on mental health, with 73% affected in the past year, according to new research.
Workers are keen to continue flexible working post-pandemic, but it poses challenges for workforce management. Digital visitor management systems can help.
Digital twin tools could help cut costly delays and emissions, as 90% of infrastructure projects are still late or over budget.
Poorer collaboration is slowing projects, but digitisation, prefab and greener materials are reshaping New Zealand and Australia’s building sector.
Nearly half of workers are logging longer hours for no extra pay, raising burnout, trust and retention risks for employers.
