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Argon & Co joins QAD Redzone in global factory tie-up
Digital Transformation

Argon & Co joins QAD Redzone in global factory tie-up

Factories facing labour shortages and rising costs are set to get a new execution tool, as the firms pair consulting with frontline software.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Cata raises USD $5.3 million to expand branded apps
Software-as-a-Service

Cata raises USD $5.3 million to expand branded apps

Restaurants and retailers are seeking more control over customer data as the Singapore startup readies its first overseas push into Germany.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2026
PepsiCo revamps APAC Greenhouse for startup rollouts
Agricultural Technology

PepsiCo revamps APAC Greenhouse for startup rollouts

The shift could see startup tools reach PepsiCo's operations faster, as the group narrows its APAC scheme to suppliers ready for rollout.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
Tenzo secures USD $5 million for US expansion push
Data Analytics

Tenzo secures USD $5 million for US expansion push

Fresh capital will fund Tenzo's US push as hospitality operators seek faster data tools to cut waste and sharpen decisions.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Apr 2026
UK hospitality operators worry over AI data security
Data Protection

UK hospitality operators worry over AI data security

More than half of UK and Irish hospitality businesses fear AI could expose customer and company data, a new survey shows.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Apr 2026

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Châteraisé Singapore adopts Adyen across franchise stores
Data Analytics

Châteraisé Singapore adopts Adyen across franchise stores

The rollout will standardise checkout and cut new-store setup time to three days, easing payments for 34 franchise-run outlets in Singapore.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last week
7-Eleven Australia names WorkJam Partner of the Year
Digital Transformation

7-Eleven Australia names WorkJam Partner of the Year

The award spotlights rising retailer demand for tools that keep dispersed store staff informed and operations consistent across large networks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week
AI tools cut hospitality bookkeeping pressure in Australia
Data Analytics

AI tools cut hospitality bookkeeping pressure in Australia

Tight margins and labour shortages are pushing cafés, restaurants and bars to automate receipts and invoices, cutting hours of admin work.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Last month
Ordermentum secures AUD $55 million backing from Five V
Data Analytics

Ordermentum secures AUD $55 million backing from Five V

The funding will help the hospitality software group hire, expand AI tools and buy smaller rivals as venues face rising costs.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Afterpay Arena deal to reshape Sydney venue payments
Fintech

Afterpay Arena deal to reshape Sydney venue payments

The five-year deal could ease upfront costs for fans and boost spending on tickets, food and merchandise at one of Australia's busiest arenas.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month
Australia's late business payments hit six-year high
Manufacturing

Australia's late business payments hit six-year high

Cash-flow strain is deepening as overdue invoices and tax debts rise, with smaller firms hardest hit by higher rates and costs.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 6 min read • Last month
The Pillars marks first year with 300-member growth
Customer Experience

The Pillars marks first year with 300-member growth

More than 300 members have joined The Pillars in eight months, turning Sydney's private club into a venue for deals, partnerships and referrals.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Humankind buys The Mintable in management training deal
Human Capital Management

Humankind buys The Mintable in management training deal

Humankind expands into Australia with The Mintable buy, combining management training software and people advisory services for growing firms.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last month
Beer52 extends Europa warehousing deal as Coffee52 launches
Customer Experience

Beer52 extends Europa warehousing deal as Coffee52 launches

The subscription drinks group is broadening into coffee while relying on Europa Warehouse to handle sharp demand spikes across its clubs.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Auckland land shortage drives prices to record highs
Smart Cities

Auckland land shortage drives prices to record highs

Businesses face higher costs and fewer large sites as Auckland’s shortage of development-ready industrial land pushes prices to record highs.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Last month
Dematic launches Multishuttle FD storage system in Australia
Supply Chain

Dematic launches Multishuttle FD storage system in Australia

Australian warehouse operators could gain denser storage without heavy upfront spending as Dematic rolls out a modular system for slower-moving stock.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Apr 2026
Rockwell Automation showcases AI & digitalisation in Jakarta
Manufacturing

Rockwell Automation showcases AI & digitalisation in Jakarta

Nearly 400 industrial leaders gathered as manufacturers in Indonesia weighed AI, analytics and digital tools to tackle costs and complexity.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Apr 2026
Google adds restaurant bookings to AI Mode in Search
Customer Experience

Google adds restaurant bookings to AI Mode in Search

Diners in New Zealand can now skip several booking sites as Search surfaces tables with live availability and links straight to reservations.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2026