Innovation news in Australia

An overview of news, trends and research in Innovation consulting in Australia:

KPMG selects five start-ups for Future Technology program Professional services firm KPMG has unveiled the latest round of participants for its successful Future Technology start-up program, which this time focuses on intelligent performance solutions.
13 August 2024
KPMG selects latest cohort of Future Technology start-ups Following previous cycles focused on supply-chain and space-tech, KPMG has unveiled the latest cohort of start-ups for its Future Technology program, which this year looks to workplace solutions.
25 March 2024
Amazon’s Just Walk Out tech coming to campuses in Australia The Canberra Institute of Technology is implementing a ‘cashierless’ system in its Bruce campus cafe, raising the question; who exactly is Bruce? Canberra Institute of Technology students with the la
31 January 2024
Fujitsu launches new AI research lab with Macquarie University Continuing their existing relationship, Fujitsu has co-launched a new artificial intelligence research lab at Macquarie University, with the early aim of developing revolutionary training technology
30 November 2023
DXC Technology launches insurtech start-up competition Late-stage start-ups working in the insurance technology insurtech) space have been invited to apply for DXC Technology’s latest annual pitch, with several Australian companies having already benefit
06 November 2023
KPMG’s tech start-up program focuses on workforce solutions Early stage start-ups focused on workforce solutions are invited to apply for the latest round of KPMG’s Future Technology Program, with five twelve-month Stone & Chalk residencies on offer.
24 October 2023
Digital is transforming the way we play and experience sports Digital transformation is no longer something that just affects Australian businesses.
10 October 2023
KPMG launches search for Australia’s top tech innovators Australian tech entrepreneurs are being invited to apply for KPMG’s latest Tech Innovator competition, with the local pitch winner set to go up against innovators from 25+ other countries in the glob
15 May 2023
Why technology startups are key to Australia's space sector In the run-up to the second edition of the Future Technology Program, a joint KPMG and Stone & Chalk accelerator for local space startups, Stone & Chalk CEO Michael Bromley outlines why startups are
03 May 2023
Consultants to speak at metaverse conference in Sydney Described as the next iteration of the internet, the metaverse is nearly upon us, but many questions remain.
25 April 2023
How digital identity orchestration is powering innovation Innovation is recognised by most organisations as a way to introduce new features and functions that engage customers, making them happier and improving loyalty.
12 April 2023
KPMG expands start-up challenge to Papua New Guinea and Fiji Now into its second year, KPMG’s Nature Positive Challenge has an increased prize-pool and expanded geography, with Papua New Guinea and Fijian environmental start-ups now eligible to participate.
11 April 2023
Accenture supports metaverse pilot for The Ocean Race fans Accenture has teamed up with Virtual Regatta and The Ocean Race to design and pilot a metaverse-based version of the iconic event, with sailing fans able to learn and interact in a digital race villa
04 April 2023
KPMG and Stone & Chalk accelerator opens for space sector startups Applications are now open for the second round of the Future Technology Program, a joint KPMG and Stone & Chalk accelerator for local start-ups – with this year’s focus centred on the space sector.
20 March 2023
Deltek renews focus on product innovation in 2023 Deltek has announced a renewed focus on innovation in 2023, as the company sets out to help project-based businesses navigate the changing professional services landscape.
14 March 2023
PwC’s Skilled Service Hub in Adelaide plans to double again Adelaide’s remarkable transformation into Australia’s tech and innovation centre continues by the month, with PwC’s Skilled Service Hub providing the latest evidence after just one year of operations
08 March 2023
Infosys brings latest kit-bag of tech tricks to Australian Open The digital partnership between Tennis Australia and multinational tech consulting and services firm Infosys is now into its fifth year, with the Australian Open continuing to serve up fresh innovati
29 January 2023
Sethu Nair (ThinkPlace) on good design in the metaverse Imagine a virtual world in which people live, work, shop and interact with others – all from the comfort of their couch in the physical world.
04 November 2022
Three key success factors for kickstarting and sustaining innovation According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, over half of all Australian businesses (52%) are innovation-active – striving to embed a culture of innovation and build it into their business.
14 September 2022
UST establishes digital innovation lab in Melbourne Connect Global digital transformation company UST has launched its first Innovation Lab in Australia at Melbourne Connect.
11 August 2022
Bain launches corporate venturing & business building unit Next Citing the fast-changing business landscape, Bain & Company has launched a new practice to support entrepreneurs and organisations with innovation and business building.
01 May 2022
Infosys launches Living Labs innovation hub in Melbourne Melbourne has been selected as just the second Asia Pacific location for Infosys’ global Living Labs roll-out, with the innovation hub aimed at supporting partners with ideation and testing.
27 April 2022
10 predictions on the future of extended reality and metaverse Extended reality and the metaverse will revolutionise work and life as we know it, according to a number of experts surveyed by KPMG, with many of the shifts to occur before the decade is out.
07 April 2022
Three drivers of innovation in the world of hybrid working It feels like we’ve all been talking about hybrid working for a long time now, but it’s finally a reality in NSW after the state hit 80 per cent double vaccination.
17 November 2021
Innovation should be an everyday success factor - why do 95% fail? Several studies over the past years have shown that the majority of corporate innovations fail to meet their objectives, or even make the launch phase.
04 November 2021
Deloitte wins innovation award for Illuminate supply chain solution For the third year running, Deloitte has been recognised for its innovation power, landing the top spot of the AFR’s Most Innovative Companies in the professional services category.
25 October 2021
Leverage R&D grants to excel the development of projects Machinery, software, staff, and manufacturing are commonly perceived as costly investments for start-ups or to improve an existing product.
06 October 2021
Five innovative companies driving sustainability in Australia Sustainability is fast becoming the lens through which big business decisions are made.
14 September 2021
Deakin University partners with Infosys on skills and innovation Victoria’s Deakin University has joined with global technology provider Infosys in a new research, innovation and skills development partnership to be based out of Geelong.
20 May 2021
Australia cracks a ton in fastest-growing tech companies list The 19th edition of Deloitte’s annual list of the fastest-growing regional technology companies has been released – with Australia achieving a record number of entries.
19 April 2021
Emirates Team NZ taps McKinsey for America's Cup edge In a sport where the smallest of design features could prove the deciding factor, Emirates Team New Zealand turned to McKinsey to gain a competitive edge in its bid to retain the America’s Cup.
08 March 2021
Deloitte, Nous and Slalom win HR Innovation excellence award Industry publication HRD has announced the winners of its annual human resources innovation excellence awards, with three of the in total thirty awards going to leading consulting firms.
14 February 2021

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