Studies in innovation suggest that some of the best ideas and solutions to problems are generated by looking at practices outside of one’s own area of work. There’s a tremendous opportunity for CIOs to learn better practices from their counterparts in other areas of the business.
Dicker Data has appointed Ian Welch to the position of CIO. Welch will also serve as Executive Director on the company's board of directors.
The man behind the idea of the Apple store and the Genius Bar has launched a store where trained employees bring the gadget you bought to your house and help you set it up.
Huawei Technologies is seeking to double its retail presence around the world, amid a growing a pushing to sell more mid-range and high-end smartphones.
Telecommunications equipment maker Huawei Technologies plans to launch a public cloud service in China in July, amid growing competition from local and foreign players.
Manufacturing and distribution is on the pinnacle of industry renaissance. Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, 3D printing, augmented reality, blockchain, machine learning, voice-controlled user interfaces, and robotics are already reinvigorating some of the most depressed parts of these sectors, globally. Are Australian manufacturing and distribution businesses ready to take advantage?
