No Images? Click here Dear , Don’t depend on ‘futurists’ or ‘technologists’ to predict and shape what happens tomorrow. After all, the exponential pace of tech change means just what it will look like is hard to say. Instead, do what successful people have always done. Own tomorrow. Be the futurist. In other news:
Powering Australia’s heavy industrial equipment for the past 40 years, Helios’ push for export growth meant it needed a robust end-to-end system. Abel ERP has integrated its entire service and supply chain, allowing it to further improve its high-end service promise. Enjoy the read, and your spring weekend. Donovan Jackson Preparing for what’s next in the age of Future ShockThe ultimate DIY: Be your own futurist… How does industry prepare for a future where the only certainty is change? “We need a way of making decisions while appreciating that the future is unpredictable.” Blockchain to the rescue for same-sex poll?With a national same sex marriage poll - and $122 million bill - on the horizon, new scrutiny is being levelled at outdated voting systems… With an estimated 72 percent of Australians in favour of change, it appears we’re now well overdue for a review of this country’s marriage laws. “If democracy was designed with today’s technology, what would it look like?” The report makes proposals that will likely make it easier for smaller Australian ICT companies to do business with the government. “AIIA has expressed concern for some time that current approaches are out of synch with new business and operating models.” The eight critical components of a digital workplaceUmmm aren’t we digital already?... Digital workplace programs often lose their way, or fail, due to a fragmented approach that prioritises a few technology fixes over business strategy. “The digital workplace promises a more flexible, engaging and intelligent work environment.” Augmented Intelligence: the ultimate telco advantage?Facing down disruption, Aniqa Tariq reckons the telecommunications industry should seek intelligent answers… Communication service providers (CSPs) face challenges including empowered consumers, rapid digitisation and increasing operational costs. “Monetising data has become the new battleground internet giants are quickly capitalising on.” Powering up sales and serviceAustralia’s Helios Power Solutions turned to Abel ERP to drive the automation, flexibility and efficiency needed to strengthen its expanding international business... Helios has powered electronic equipment in the transportation, mining, military, marine, medical and telecommunication industries for nearly 40 years. “Abel delivers a reliable and traceable process that gives us greater control over our inventory, more accuracy and saves us a lot of time and paperwork.” This week's sponsor: Upcoming events: > Big Data & Analytics Innovation Summit | Sept 21-22 | Sydney iStart is proudly supported by these leading Australian software providers: Latest Buyer's Guides ERP Buyer's Guide | CRM Buyer's Guide | HR/HCM Buyer's Guide | BI & Analytics Buyer's Guide Privacy statement: We have sent this weekly eNewsletter to you at your e-mail address: [email address suppressed]. iStart will never share your e-mail address, but you may from time to time receive other event invitations or partner communications from us. You can opt out of these by managing your subscription preferences, where you can also update your e-mail address and other details.
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