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Good technology starts with listening to the users, according to UX/UI human-centred designer
Data Analytics

Good technology starts with listening to the users, according to UX/UI human-centred designer

A human-centred UX/UI designer says the most powerful tech solutions begin not with code or visuals, but with deep, disciplined listening.

By Carolina Pérez Dilsizian • 5 min read • Wed, 4th Mar 2026
DXC opens London AI experience hub to drive co-creation
Digital Transformation

DXC opens London AI experience hub to drive co-creation

DXC opens a central London Customer Experience Centre to co-create AI and automation solutions with clients and expand its UK presence.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Feb 2026
WiseTech backs Grok Academy with AUD $8.7m in funding
Supply Chain

WiseTech backs Grok Academy with AUD $8.7m in funding

WiseTech pledges AUD $8.7 million to keep Grok Academy's coding platform free for every school and student in Australia and New Zealand.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Jan 2026
Q and A with Gary Wiessinger Innovation in ERP: AI is front, centre and sides
Enterprise Resource Planning

Q and A with Gary Wiessinger Innovation in ERP: AI is front, centre and sides

At Oracle NetSuite's SuiteWorld, SVP Gary Wiessinger highlights user-centric AI innovations in ERP, emphasising flexibility and practical adoption.

By Donovan Jackson • 6 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2025
Human-centred design essential in software development
Digital Transformation

Human-centred design essential in software development

Alex Avery, Founder of Notitia, insists that human-centred design is crucial in software development, ensuring solutions meet user needs, not just technological goals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
IWD 2024: 'Beyond the gloss' of product and design
EduTech

IWD 2024: 'Beyond the gloss' of product and design

Bonzai's Director of Product and Design advocates understanding user needs, strategic product planning, and patience on IWD 2024, urging appreciation 'beyond the gloss'.

By Pooja Kulkarni • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
ServiceNow & Udemy unite for power skills learning boost
DevOps

ServiceNow & Udemy unite for power skills learning boost

ServiceNow and Udemy launch transformative partnership to mix power skills with tech training on the Now Learning platform.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Enlighten Designs?
Customer Relationship Management

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Enlighten Designs?

Enlighten Designs CEO Damon Kelly discusses the company's business journey and vision for the future of web design in TechDay interview. #webdesign.

By Nick Forrester • 6 min read • Fri, 25th Sep 2020

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Finding your creative voice in tech through 'design thinking'
Digital Transformation

Finding your creative voice in tech through 'design thinking'

Design thinking helps tech creatives find their voice by centring users, clarifying problems and bridging gaps between teams.

By Yuri Chae • 4 min read • Thu, 5th Mar 2026
Dominic Price joins Be Luminous to drive people led change
Digital Transformation

Dominic Price joins Be Luminous to drive people led change

Atlassian's former work futurist Dominic Price joins Be Luminous as partner to steer people-led transformation amid tech-driven change.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd Mar 2026
Lander & Rogers opens 2026 LawTech Hub to AI startups
DevOps

Lander & Rogers opens 2026 LawTech Hub to AI startups

Lander & Rogers opens applications for its 2026 LawTech Hub, a six‑month, equity‑free accelerator for AI and legal tech startups worldwide.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 4th Feb 2026
Amazon & university host event to boost girls in STEM careers
EduTech

Amazon & university host event to boost girls in STEM careers

Amazon, Western Sydney University and Camden Council launch Girls' Tech Day to inspire up to 900 girls in STEM careers across Western Sydney.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
ASME brings IMECE to India, marking record student engagement
Robotics

ASME brings IMECE to India, marking record student engagement

ASME hosted IMECE India 2025 in Hyderabad, marking the first time the event was held outside the US, with record student participation and diverse engineering initiatives.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
BI WORLDWIDE launches global channel solution to boost partner motivation
Customer Experience

BI WORLDWIDE launches global channel solution to boost partner motivation

BI WORLDWIDE unveils BIW Channel Solutions, a global initiative using behavioural science and tech to enhance partner motivation in indirect sales channels.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
Samsung's Solve for Tomorrow invites youth to tackle real issues
EduTech

Samsung's Solve for Tomorrow invites youth to tackle real issues

Samsung's 2025 Solve for Tomorrow invites Australian youth to use STEM and AI in tackling real-world issues with prizes including AUD $10,000 and tech packs.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Jun 2025
Australian investment in digital design tools surges 63%
Digital Transformation

Australian investment in digital design tools surges 63%

Australian companies have seen a remarkable 63% rise in digital design tool spending over five years, surpassing the APAC average of 46%.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Western Sydney University partners with tech firms for hands-on learning
Network Infrastructure

Western Sydney University partners with tech firms for hands-on learning

Western Sydney University undergraduate students gain real-world experience working on research and design projects, thanks to a partnership with Western Sydney International Airport and DXC Technology.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jan 2024
Infosys partners with Tennis Australia to boost digital learning for NSW students
Artificial Intelligence

Infosys partners with Tennis Australia to boost digital learning for NSW students

Infosys is collaborating with Tennis Australia and Tennis Victoria to enhance digital learning for Year 9-11 students in NSW.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Dec 2023