Food waste is a monumental problem. The UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) says almost a third of food is wasted globally, even as significant numbers of the world’s population struggle to feed themselves. As in most countries, food waste has assumed alarming proportions in Australia, with government data estimating 7.6 million tonnes of waste […]
“If you don’t invest, you’re going to lose.” That’s what Macquarie University’s Chief Information and Digital Officer says about embarking on a major digital transformation. We spoke with Macquarie University and IT infrastructure service provider Kyndryl about how they managed the modernisation of the University’s systems while keeping the lights on at one of Australia’s […]
New Zealand’s burgeoning tech sector is growing rapidly and partnering with Australian firms to solve a range of social and environmental problems. Perched on the edge of the Southern Ocean, New Zealand is one of the most remote corners of the world. So, it is hardly surprising that its smartest minds have developed a flair […]
Cybersecurity is no longer a pure technical challenge. It’s a boardroom imperative. Here’s what it means for you. Early optimism that organisations would self-regulate cybersecurity has given way to reality. “Nation states hoped corporations would manage their own security programs without needing regulations,” says Kris Lovejoy, an internationally recognised leader in cybersecurity and privacy. “They’ve […]
As generative AI becomes less of a buzz word and more of a workplace necessity, leaders must ready their business models – and train users on safety and ethics – to get ahead of the curve. While predictive technology has been around for some time, generative artificial intelligence (AI) is on the rise – and […]