No Images? Click here Dear , ‘Futurists’ are the modern crystal ball gazers, but do their prognostications hold water? iStart had a chat with Melbournian Mike Miselowski to get a handle on his anticipations for blockchain, AI and chatbots. We’re in for colourful ride, apparently. In other news:
In this week’s more detailed piece, TIBCO’s Daniel Churches explains how integration and analytics can help create more efficient public transport networks. But will it be enough to pry the car-loving Australian from his personal chariot? Enjoy the read, and the weekend. Donovan Jackson Crystal ball time: iStart talks with a futuristHow AI, Blockchain and even those damn chatbots are going to shape the future... We cornered Melbourne-based business futurist Morris Miselowski to find out what key technologies are going to change the business landscape. “A very different landscape is emerging where technology is pushing back into the realm of the human-centric.” Tech hype cycle: from obscure to…transparently immersiveAnnual Gartner update illustrates looming risk of disillusionment… Machine learning, deep learning and the connected home sit at the peak of the Hype Cycle; there’s only one way from there. “Enterprise architects must evaluate these high-level trends and the featured technologies.” Promapp named ‘Hot Vendor’ in Business Process ManagementA stonking year for Auckland-HQ’d BPM vendor continues… On top of a continuous string of new deals announced throughout 2017, it now reports that is was named one of the five Hot Vendors in Business Process Management. “The demand for operational efficiency and effectiveness is stronger than ever.” San Francisco-based Optimizely has landed on local shores promising to throw Aussie retailers a lifeline as Amazon prepares to set up shop. “The Amazon effect is resulting in a sharp lift in the number of experiments being conducted by local retailers.” Government signs off on new ‘misuse of market power’ rulesSignificant amendments designed to strengthen competition law legislated... New ‘misuse of market power’ rules will provide “greater protections for small businesses and more choice for consumers by boosting innovation and opening new markets”. “Section 46 will prohibit engaging in conduct with the purpose or likely effect of substantially lessening competition.” Data, analytics and a smarter public transport systemAustralia's growing population is causing headaches for transport planners – but answers can come from analytics, says Daniel Churches... The headaches are exacerbated by Australia’s love affair with the car. Operators need to ensure that public transportation networks function efficiently and provide a dependable service. This week's sponsor: Latest articles by this vendor: - Managing investments better with ERP power Upcoming events: > Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit | August 21 | 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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