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Exclusive: Qualys' Sam Salehi explains why ANZ firms are turning to risk platforms
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Qualys' ANZ MD Sam Salehi says firms in Australia and New Zealand are adopting risk platforms amid a cybersecurity skills crisis and evolving threats.
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Majority of Britons back fines for long customer call waits
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A survey reveals 62% of Britons support fining companies for long hold times, with older consumers especially backing penalties amid rising costs.
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AI & automation boost value of retail analysts amid old hurdles
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AI and automation boost retail analysts' roles and job satisfaction, but outdated data methods still hinder full benefits, says new Alteryx report.
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UK banks take an average of 65 days to update base rates
Thu, 29th May 2025
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fintech
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c-suite
A study reveals UK banks average 65 days to update base rates and over six months to launch new features, slowing innovation amid rising customer expectations.
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The AI tipping point: How contact centres in ANZ are reinventing CX
Tue, 27th May 2025
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AI is transforming contact centres in Australia and New Zealand, with 98% adopting it, but human skills and trust remain crucial for success.
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Chorus boosts NZ business fibre with new 1Gbps option, faster fixes
Wed, 21st May 2025
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Chorus unveils a 1Gbps symmetrical fibre plan for NZ businesses, enhancing speeds and restoration times to boost digital productivity.
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How South Africa is unlocking better customer experience for UK businesses
Wed, 21st May 2025
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South Africa's contact centres blend skilled agents and tech, helping UK firms enhance personalised, empathetic customer experiences amid rising digital demands.
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Australian banks prioritise digital overhaul to meet demands
Tue, 13th May 2025
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Australian banks are prioritising customer experience improvements amid digital transformation struggles caused by data issues, legacy systems and shifting consumer demands.
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AI-focused marketing risks eroding trust, says new research
Wed, 7th May 2025
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New study finds consumers trust companies more when they promote human expertise over AI, especially in personalised services like healthcare and luxury goods.
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Empowered contact centre agents crucial for driving CX success
Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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As customer expectations rise, NICE's Rod Lester emphasises the critical role of agent empowerment in contact centres, driven by AI tools for enhanced service.
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Simon partners with Adentro to enhance retail experience
Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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omnichannel
Simon teams up with Adentro to integrate WBA OpenRoaming technology across US properties, aiming to enhance digital shopping experiences and drive retail innovation.
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Lifecycle & Collab team up for advanced NEXUS upgrade
Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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Lifecycle Software has partnered with Collab to enhance its NEXUS platform with AI-driven customer care solutions, boosting efficiency for mobile operators.
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ServiceNow appoints new VP to boost Asia operations
Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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ServiceNow has appointed Melissa Ries as Group Vice President for Asia & Korea and Yen Yen Tan to its Global Advisory Council to boost operations in the region.
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Trek enhances BOPIS with Gr4vy for seamless shopping
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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Trek has teamed up with Gr4vy to enhance its Buy-Online-Pickup-In-Store service, improving payment processing and real-time inventory for customers.
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Singaporeans spend 40m hours on hold, report reveals
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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Singaporeans have spent a staggering 40 million hours on hold for customer service, as revealed by a ServiceNow report highlighting ongoing service challenges.
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Contact centres face challenges with AI in customer care
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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A recent Calabrio report finds that while 98% of contact centres utilise AI, 61% of leaders struggle with balancing efficiency and empathy in customer interactions.
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Generative AI boosts customer service, says Capgemini study
Fri, 14th Mar 2025
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A new Capgemini study reveals customer satisfaction in the UK is low, with just 45% satisfied, despite the potential of generative AI to improve service quality.
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What if security solutions could help your business reach its sustainability goals?
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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cleantech
As we approach 2025, businesses must embrace sustainability or risk obsolescence, with innovative security solutions now serving as essential tools for achieving these goals.
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Indosat partners with Xanh SM for green transport in Indonesia
Mon, 27th Jan 2025
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data analytics
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Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison has joined forces with Vietnam's Xanh SM to promote eco-friendly mobility solutions in Indonesia, enhancing tech-driven transportation.
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Jaywing & InvoCare partner to boost digital services
Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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digital transformation
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Jaywing has been appointed by InvoCare to enhance digital customer experiences across 60 brands in Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore.