The digital era has fundamentally changed how industries worldwide operate. To stay competitive, businesses are turning towards new innovative technologies and leveraging generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) solutions to augment productivity and streamline operations. However, with massive leaps of progress aided by GenAI, come new challenges for organisations, specifically in the critical area of cybersecurity. The ..read more

In today’s technology-driven business landscape, organisations are constantly seeking ways to enhance their operational efficiency and streamline processes. One key strategy that can be a game-changer is leveraging IT managed services support. By partnering with managed service providers (MSPs), businesses can unlock a myriad of benefits that not only improve efficiency but also drive growth ..read more

The convergence between artificial intelligence (AI) and accessibility in the workplace is rapidly becoming a priority for businesses to boost efficiency and to empower staff to contribute to inclusive and efficient work environments. AI, encompassing Generative AI (GenAI), holds significant promise for enhanced accessibility and collaboration in the workplace. The critical question is how to ..read more

Generative AI is fast establishing itself as a game changing tool for the modern workplace, not only enhancing automation, but also improving decision-making effectiveness across organisations. The impact of AI is prolific as demonstrated by the results of a McKinsey Global survey on AI, which found that within less than a year of introducing AI ..read more

In today’s digital era, everything lives in the cloud, from collaboration tools to entire networks, including virtualised desktops. As enterprises get ready for 2024, seeing that deploying cloud desktops and applications enables organisations to boost productivity and streamline operational excellence through tools and operating systems that aren’t restricted by physical hardware or infrastructure. With the global ..read more

Hybrid work is predicted to continue into 2024 as employers acknowledge the advantages of flexible work setups, with The 2023 HP Work Relationship Index1 finding that 72% of knowledge workers are willing to be paid less in favour of workplace flexibility, and 67% value a workplace that enables an easy and seamless transition between multiple ..read more

Few people have had careers that are as remarkable, varied, and illustrious as COBA Chair Elizabeth Crouch. Crouch recently shared her valuable insights on careers, leadership, and women in business. Find out how this inspirational leader with decades of industry experience navigates challenges in her career, and her top tips for success. Q: Can you ..read more

In today’s digital landscape, cybersecurity investment is a top priority for organizations in highly regulated industries like financial services, healthcare, and government. As cyber threats become more sophisticated, mutual ADIs, banks, credit unions and other regulated entities must strategically invest in cybersecurity measures to safeguard sensitive customer data and maintain trust. However, for many organizations ..read more

In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, financial services organisations find themselves in a continuous duel with cybercriminals. The recent integration of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, coupled with emerging threats like deepfakes and sophisticated social engineering techniques, has given rise to complex cybersecurity challenges. These challenges, unique to our age of rapid digital transformation, increasingly ..read more

It’s all hands-on deck for ADIs in the war against cybersecurity From shareholder-governed big banks to Mutual ADIs and Credit Unions, the financial services industry has survived several crises in the past. Right now, however, it faces its biggest challenge yet—rampant cybercrime. In the face of brazen attempts at undermining financial institutions’ security efforts, ADIs ..read more