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Techday NZ
15-05-2025
- Business
- Techday NZ
ANZ firms boost AI investment to future-proof supply chains
A new IDC InfoBrief sponsored by Blue Yonder has found that organisations in Australia and New Zealand are increasing investment in artificial intelligence (AI) supply chain technologies to strengthen resilience, increase productivity, and address changing customer expectations. The report, titled "AI-Driven Orchestration for the Modern Supply Chain", is based on a survey conducted by IDC of 742 business leaders across the manufacturing, retail, logistics, transportation, wholesale, and distribution sectors throughout the Asia/Pacific region. The findings point to a proactive adoption of technology in Australia and New Zealand (ANZ), with companies seeking to mitigate legacy challenges and enhance overall supply chain visibility through automation, predictive analytics, and intelligent warehousing. According to the survey, 99.5% of supply chain leaders across the entire Asia/Pacific region consider visibility a primary priority, while 99.7% see agility in responding to disruptions as essential. The research indicates that AI and advanced technologies are playing a pivotal role, enabling organisations to make faster decisions, foster stronger supplier collaboration, and develop more adaptable logistics strategies. In terms of strategic priorities for the coming three years, ANZ respondents identified the following focus areas: multi-shoring strategies to diversify supply bases and reduce risks, cybersecurity resilience to safeguard increasingly digital supply chain environments, accelerated product innovation for quicker delivery to market, and improved consumer focus to raise satisfaction and responsiveness. Warehouse and inventory management emerged as the principal area for generative AI applications in ANZ, followed by enhancements in worker productivity, procurement processes, and broader supply chain design. The report details real-world examples, such as Silk Logistics' adoption of warehouse automation, to illustrate how local companies are achieving operational improvements and enhancing customer service through the use of AI-driven tools. Antonio Boccalandro, President, APAC at Blue Yonder, commented on the findings: "ANZ businesses are responding to a new era of supply chain complexity by leaning into AI-driven orchestration. They are building smarter, more connected ecosystems that can see, analyze, decide, and act in real time. As the region is beset by economic and logistical challenges, this innovation will be critical to ensure business continuity and success." The study also contrasts the approach in ANZ with broader developments across Southeast Asia, where digital connectivity and sustainability are at the forefront. Organisations in these regions are increasingly utilising cloud-based collaboration platforms, robotics, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices to tackle fragmentation in supply chains, limit environmental footprints, and remain agile amid rapid market changes. The IDC InfoBrief reveals that 47% of Asia/Pacific supply chain organisations are already seeing reduced time from data collection to decision-making thanks to AI applications, and 35% are using digital ecosystems to improve collaboration with suppliers. The research points to a regional movement towards predictive technologies forming the backbone of procurement, logistics, fulfilment, and customer engagement functions. The report highlights orchestration—defined as the integration of data, systems, and processes across internal and external stakeholders—as a crucial strategy for contemporary supply chains. This approach aims to eliminate silos and manual interventions, supporting quicker responses, cost reductions, and more environmentally sustainable operations. Stephanie Krishnan, Associate Vice President, IDC Asia/Pacific, commented: "Organisations across Asia/Pacific must adopt scalable AI solutions, cloud platforms, and collaborative ecosystems to future-proof their supply chains. Those who can unify their data and orchestrate their networks in real-time will lead in performance, resilience, and innovation." The survey underpinning these findings included business leaders from industries most affected by supply chain complexity and transformation, reflecting the region's urgent focus on digital enablement as global supply chain challenges persist.
Malay Mail
29-04-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Asia Pacific's AI Ambitions Hinge on Next-Generation Networks, Reveals IDC Report
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 29 April 2025 – A new IDC InfoBrief* commissioned by Expereo shows Asia Pacific (APAC) businesses pursuing artificial intelligence (AI) strategies are facing a critical turning point. The IDC InfoBrief, sponsored by Expereo, "Enterprise Horizons 2025: Technology Leaders Priorities: Achieving Digital Agility", highlights that limitations in current network infrastructure are a significant barrier to realizing AI's transformative potential in the region. However, these findings also present an opportunity for APAC organizations as they strive to maintain their competitive edge in the AI-driven IDC InfoBrief, based on a survey of 650 technology leaders across Europe, the US and APAC, opens with a striking finding:This surge in network investment shows companies now recognize that strong, flexible connectivity is fundamental for AI success. APAC businesses realize that their AI ambitions will be held back if their underlying network infrastructure cannot adequately manage the demands of AI the report also delivers a stark reality:This alarming statistic highlights a significant disconnect between APAC's AI ambitions and the reality of their existing network capabilities. Organizations find that their current networks lack the agility, capacity, and performance necessary to support the intensive demands of AI, effectively creating a bottleneck that can result in lost productivity, increased costs, and missed business opportunities."This prioritization of networking reflects a critical shift in perspective. APAC businesses understand that AI success depends on the ability to move data, connect systems, and deliver applications with speed and reliability," says. "With 9 out of 10 companies in APAC see their networks as a limiting factor, organizations must embrace more dynamic and agile solutions that can adapt to the evolving demands of AI. APAC has the ambition to lead in AI, but network infrastructure is the key to unlocking that potential. Organizations that prioritize network modernization will lead in the AI-driven future."Additional takeaways from the IDC InfoBrief include: finding highlights the vulnerability of APAC businesses to network disruptions, which can have a cascading effect on AI-driven operations. In an AI-centric world, where applications are often mission-critical, network downtime can lead to significant revenue loss, damage to reputation, and erosion of customer networks grow more complex and skilled talent becomes scarcer, APAC organizations are turning to managed service providers for expertise and support. This trend underscores the importance of collaboration and highlights the value of partnering with experienced providers that can help businesses navigate the complexities of network with its focus on sustainable development, faces a unique challenge and opportunity. Modernizing network infrastructure can help contribute to sustainability goals by improving energy efficiency, reducing carbon emissions, and supporting environmentally responsible business the full *IDC InfoBrief, Enterprise Horizons 2025: Technology Leaders Priorities: Achieving Digital Agility, doc #EUR253271325, March 2025, please visit: Hashtag: #Expereo The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Expereo Expereo is a world-leading Managed Network as a Service provider that connects people, places, and things anywhere. Solutions include Global Internet, SD-WAN/SASE, and Enhanced Internet. With an extensive global reach, Expereo is the trusted partner of 60% of Fortune 500 companies. It powers enterprise and government sites in more than 190 countries, with the ability to connect to any location worldwide, working with over 2,300 partners to help customers improve productivity and empowering their networks and cloud services with the agility, flexibility, and value of the Internet, with optimal network performance. Expereo was acquired in Feb 2021, by Vitruvian Partners which acquired a majority shareholding from Seven2.
Associated Press
29-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Asia Pacific's AI Ambitions Hinge on Next-Generation Networks, Reveals IDC Report
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 29 April 2025 – A new IDC InfoBrief* commissioned by Expereo shows Asia Pacific (APAC) businesses pursuing artificial intelligence (AI) strategies are facing a critical turning point. The IDC InfoBrief, sponsored by Expereo, 'Enterprise Horizons 2025: Technology Leaders Priorities: Achieving Digital Agility', highlights that limitations in current network infrastructure are a significant barrier to realizing AI's transformative potential in the region. However, these findings also present an opportunity for APAC organizations as they strive to maintain their competitive edge in the AI-driven economy. This IDC InfoBrief, based on a survey of 650 technology leaders across Europe, the US and APAC, opens with a striking finding: Networking/Connectivity has emerged as the top technology priority for APAC organizations, with 43% of those surveyed planning increased investment in this area over the next 12 months. This surge in network investment shows companies now recognize that strong, flexible connectivity is fundamental for AI success. APAC businesses realize that their AI ambitions will be held back if their underlying network infrastructure cannot adequately manage the demands of AI workloads. However, the report also delivers a stark reality: 94% of companies surveyed report that their networks limit their ability to run large data and AI projects. This alarming statistic highlights a significant disconnect between APAC's AI ambitions and the reality of their existing network capabilities. Organizations find that their current networks lack the agility, capacity, and performance necessary to support the intensive demands of AI, effectively creating a bottleneck that can result in lost productivity, increased costs, and missed business opportunities. 'This prioritization of networking reflects a critical shift in perspective. APAC businesses understand that AI success depends on the ability to move data, connect systems, and deliver applications with speed and reliability,' says Eric Wong, President of Asia Pacific, Expereo. 'With 9 out of 10 companies in APAC see their networks as a limiting factor, organizations must embrace more dynamic and agile solutions that can adapt to the evolving demands of AI. APAC has the ambition to lead in AI, but network infrastructure is the key to unlocking that potential. Organizations that prioritize network modernization will lead in the AI-driven future.' Additional takeaways from the IDC InfoBrief include: 1. Half of the surveyed companies face financial losses from unreliable, outdated networks. This finding highlights the vulnerability of APAC businesses to network disruptions, which can have a cascading effect on AI-driven operations. In an AI-centric world, where applications are often mission-critical, network downtime can lead to significant revenue loss, damage to reputation, and erosion of customer trust. 2. Critical network improvements increasingly outsourced to partners. As networks grow more complex and skilled talent becomes scarcer, APAC organizations are turning to managed service providers for expertise and support. This trend underscores the importance of collaboration and highlights the value of partnering with experienced providers that can help businesses navigate the complexities of network transformation. 3. Networks and connectivity must improve sustainability impact to maintain competitive advantage. APAC, with its focus on sustainable development, faces a unique challenge and opportunity. Modernizing network infrastructure can help contribute to sustainability goals by improving energy efficiency, reducing carbon emissions, and supporting environmentally responsible business practices. For the full *IDC InfoBrief, Enterprise Horizons 2025: Technology Leaders Priorities: Achieving Digital Agility, doc #EUR253271325, March 2025, please visit: Hashtag: #Expereo The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Expereo Expereo is a world-leading Managed Network as a Service provider that connects people, places, and things anywhere. Solutions include Global Internet, SD-WAN/SASE, and Enhanced Internet. With an extensive global reach, Expereo is the trusted partner of 60% of Fortune 500 companies. It powers enterprise and government sites in more than 190 countries, with the ability to connect to any location worldwide, working with over 2,300 partners to help customers improve productivity and empowering their networks and cloud services with the agility, flexibility, and value of the Internet, with optimal network performance. Expereo was acquired in Feb 2021, by Vitruvian Partners which acquired a majority shareholding from Seven2.
Barnama
29-04-2025
- Business
- Barnama
A Third Of Global CIOs Warn Of Unrealistic Board Expectations As The World Bets Big On AI, According To Expereo
LONDON, April 29 (Bernama) -- A third of global technology leaders believe their board has unrealistic expectations or demands on how new technologies like AI will impact business performance. This is according to an IDC InfoBrief*, commissioned by Expereo, which highlights serious roadblocks to global AI implementation, despite AI being considered critical to fulfilling business priorities. The research of 650 technology leaders in global organizations across Europe, the US and APAC reveals that 34% of global technology leaders have been forced to reassess their technology infrastructure because of rising geopolitical risks, as 37% say geopolitical disruptions are currently impacting their organization's growth strategies.
National Post
29-04-2025
- Business
- National Post
A Third of Global CIOs Warn of Unrealistic Board Expectations as The World Bets Big on AI, According to Expereo
Article content Article content LONDON — A third of global technology leaders believe their board has unrealistic expectations or demands on how new technologies like AI will impact business performance. This is according to an IDC InfoBrief*, commissioned by Expereo, which highlights serious roadblocks to global AI implementation, despite AI being considered critical to fulfilling business priorities. Article content The research of 650 technology leaders in global organizations across Europe, the US and APAC reveals that 34% of global technology leaders have been forced to reassess their technology infrastructure because of rising geopolitical risks, as 37% say geopolitical disruptions are currently impacting their organization's growth strategies. Article content Amid the volatile economic backdrop, it seems most organizations are placing their bets on AI to drive growth. The research shows that 87% of business leaders believe AI will be important to fulfilling business priorities in the next 12 months. Article content The IDC InfoBrief, sponsored by Expereo, 'Enterprise Horizons 2025: Technology Leaders Priorities: Achieving Digital Agility', reveals that AI has largely met or exceeded expectations to date, with only 12% of global businesses saying AI has fallen short of expectations. Global tech leaders agree that AI will positively impact business, particularly customer-facing activities and costs (both at 66%). However, unrealistic board expectations could throw organizations' AI plans into chaos, as 28% of global technology executives say expectations within their organization of what AI can do are growing faster than their ability to meet them. Article content Ben Elms, CEO, Expereo, comments: 'As global businesses embrace AI to transform employee and customer experience, setting realistic goals and aligning expectations will be critical to ensuring that AI delivers long-term value, rather than being viewed as a quick fix. While the potential of AI is immense, its successful integration requires careful planning. Technology leaders must recognize the need for robust networks and connectivity infrastructure to support AI at scale, while also ensuring consistent performance across these networks. We are at a pivotal moment where strategic investments in technology and IT infrastructure are necessary to meet both current and future demands.' Article content The research paints a positive picture for the promise of AI, but only if businesses can overcome existing challenges. The majority (52%) of organizations say their network/connectivity infrastructure is not ready to support new technology initiatives, such as AI. A further 45% say their network performance is preventing or limiting their organization's networks from supporting large data/AI projects (up from 38% in 2024). Article content 42% of global businesses also say concerns over AI governance or ethics remain a significant obstacle to implementing AI initiatives in their organization, followed by resistance from employees regarding their jobs (35%), and keeping up with the pace of change (34%). Article content Meanwhile, 29% of global businesses say current external technology partners not having the right capabilities remains a significant obstacle to implementing AI initiatives in their organization. Article content Despite these challenges, 79% of global technology leaders believe the focus on AI has raised their profile at the board level, up from 60% in 2024. Article content Expereo is a world-leading Managed Network as a Service provider that connects people, places, and things anywhere. Solutions include Global Internet, SD-WAN/SASE, and Enhanced Internet. With an extensive global reach, Expereo is the trusted partner of 60% of Fortune 500 companies. It powers enterprise and government sites in more than 190 countries, with the ability to connect to any location worldwide, working with over 2,300 partners to help customers improve productivity and empowering their networks and cloud services with the agility, flexibility, and value of the Internet, with optimal network performance. Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content
