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Workday rolls out global payroll tool with Remote integration

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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Workday has launched GO Global Payroll with Remote integration, enabling firms to manage global payroll and compliance within a single platform seamlessly.
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The HR function has changed forever - is your business keeping up?

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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HR has evolved from back-office admin to strategic core, with AI and integrated tech helping businesses boost talent retention and compliance in 2025.
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Kyndryl launches agentic AI services to reshape workplace roles

Sat, 15th Nov 2025
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Kyndryl launches new AI services to help businesses transform job roles, improve collaboration, and upskill workforces for agentic AI integration.
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AI use in not-for-profits surges but digital gaps remain stark

Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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AI adoption in Australia's not-for-profits has doubled, but only 14% have AI policies, leaving many ill-prepared amid rising demand and digital gaps.
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AI spend to focus on cost, outcomes & data in 2026 shift

Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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In 2026, firms will shift AI investment towards cost-efficiency, data governance, and measurable outcomes amid rising scrutiny of AI returns, says OpenText.
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FENZ adopts Workday to enhance HR & streamline payroll systems

Wed, 5th Nov 2025
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Fire and Emergency New Zealand has adopted Workday HCM to unify workforce management, streamline payroll, and enhance operations for staff and volunteers nationwide.
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Beyond the spreadsheet: Why AI forecasting is a must-have, not a nice-to-have

Tue, 4th Nov 2025
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AI forecasting revolutionises contact centres by replacing outdated spreadsheets, boosting staffing accuracy and customer satisfaction amid volatile market demands.
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Smart ERP: The missing link in resilient distribution management

Wed, 29th Oct 2025
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Distributors face rising costs and supply chain risks; smart ERP solutions offer real-time data and automation to protect profits and improve resilience.
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Siemens wins ABET nod for digital industry microcredential pilot

Mon, 27th Oct 2025
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Siemens' Expedite - Skills for Industry microcredential has earned ABET recognition, setting a new standard in digital industry workforce development.
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Deel boosts global payroll tools & closes USD$300m round

Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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Deel secures USD$300m funding to enhance its global payroll and workforce tools, aiming to simplify year-end tasks with AI and automation features.
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Keeping the lights on through the Holiday period

Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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As liquidation rises 31.9%, NZ small businesses face a tough holiday battle for staff, cashflow and compliance to keep operations thriving beyond survival mode.
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Oracle unveils AI-driven enhancements for cloud recruiting tools

Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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Oracle has launched AI-powered enhancements to its Fusion Cloud Recruiting tools, improving job matching and streamlining hiring processes for recruiters and candidates.
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Oracle unveils AI analytics & assistant for Fusion cloud

Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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Oracle launches AI Assistant and enhanced analytics in Fusion Cloud to boost data insights across finance, HR, and sales for smarter business decisions.
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Dayforce boosts HR & payroll efficiency with Microsoft AI agents

Mon, 13th Oct 2025
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Dayforce expands its partnership with Microsoft to embed AI agents in HR and payroll, streamlining workflows and boosting efficiency for organisations.
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Dayforce launches AI agents & workspace to boost HR efficiency

Fri, 10th Oct 2025
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Dayforce unveils AI Agents and Workspace to enhance HR efficiency, offering smarter workflows and real-time collaboration within its platform from 2025-2026.
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Discovery Consulting launches tool to automate SAP work schedules

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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Discovery Consulting unveils SAP SuccessFactors Work Schedule Builder, automating employee scheduling to ease HR workload and enhance payroll accuracy globally.
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NTT DOCOMO Ventures invests in HappyRobot's AI worker platform

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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NTT DOCOMO Ventures has invested in US firm HappyRobot, whose AI Worker platform automates tasks like calls and emails, boosting enterprise efficiency.
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From rosters to retention: How smarter scheduling can tackle skills shortages in logistics and manufacturing

Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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Smarter digital rostering in manufacturing and logistics is easing skills shortages by boosting worker flexibility, morale and retention amid tight labour markets.
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Humanforce appoints Aaron Thorne as Chief Sales Officer for global push

Tue, 30th Sep 2025
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Humanforce appoints Aaron Thorne as Chief Sales Officer to drive global expansion and strengthen sales in frontline workforce management sectors.
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Asia Pacific workers seek flexible hours & wellbeing over pay

Fri, 26th Sep 2025
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Asia Pacific workers prioritise flexible hours and wellbeing over pay, as 75% support return-to-office policies but seek more control over schedules.