No Images? Click here Dear , Local retailers aren’t going down without a fight. With Amazon bound to deliver great service, low prices and extensive range, local outlets are galvanising into action – and they are looking to tech to beat the world’s top e-tailer at its own game. In other news:
Digital transformation is all the rage. But beyond fancy new gadgets and a ‘digital’ label slapped on anything, it really is all about data: where it is, how much of it you have and most crucially, how you use it. Flow Software explains why systems integration is playing such a central role in transformation. Enjoy the read, and the weekend. Donovan Jackson Not so fast, Amazon: AU retailers prepare to spend big on techWith Amazon AU imminent, retailers beginning to ‘wise-up’ to new tech strategies... Given a slew of high profile retail chain closures – think Clive Peeters, Dick Smith, Angus and Robertson and Borders – you could be forgiven for thinking the retail industry is in peril. “It’s critical retailers get their digital experience for customers right, and fast.” Beyond the banner: Is display advertising about to go bust?Online ad spend across Asia/Pacific continues its upward trajectory but that may be about to change... On the surface things look good. Online ad spending has once again delivered double-digit growth in Australia. “Ad platforms will seek greater control over ads blocked through ‘Acceptable Ad’ initiatives.” Goodbye Holden, hello ‘Advanced Manufacturing’Can the Australian manufacturing industry reinvent itself for the new era?... The closing of Holden’s Elizabeth plant – with direct job losses of around 5000 – brings to a close Australia’s almost 100 year auto industry. “Manufacturing comprises R&D, design, supply chain and logistics, mass customised goods, post-sales support and services.” March of technology targets accountants, tech workersTrades looking increasingly attractive as a career option for a prosperous future… There must surely be some irony in the march of technology apparently targeting the white-collar workers who use and create it, while making more space for those who work with their hands. “Automation and job losses to AI in the technology industry is a real threat to the market.” APAC leads adoption, struggling to scale disruptive techGartner survey shows APAC CIOs on steep technology curve… Hot on the heels of service management vendor ServiceNow’s finding that antipodean companies are at the forefront of machine learning, news from Gartner that technology leadership is a regional thing. “The nature of the CIO’s job has changed from the role of delivery executive to that of IT business executive.” Digital transformation - peel away the hypeFocus instead on creating business value… It’s easy to be sceptical about the notion of digital transformation, which admittedly sounds fresh off the production line of Silicon Valley’s hype factory. “It’s not enough to have awesome technologies. You need to think about your business processes.” This week's sponsor: Upcoming events: > Lunch & learn – See how TIBCO cloud integration can change the way you do business | Nov 9 | Brisbane 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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