Key strategic IT investments shaping business transformation

Story image While the path to digital transformation is clear for many Australian businesses, others are stumbling over foundational steps. It’s tempting for leaders to jump straight into high-profile solutions amid growing interest in artificial intelligence (AI) and other advanced technologies; however, these efforts risk being futile without first solidifying their data and information management. In fact, while AI and cybersecurity may seem like the hottest topics, they should be the secondary focus for organisations still grappling with the basics of data. Half (50%) of Australian organisations see AI-driven applications as the next big investment, and 55% consider cybersecurity essential. ( 1 ) However, these innovations can only reach their full potential on the foundation of well-structured, resilient information management. The hard truth is that companies need to get serious about their data if they want to reap any rewards from AI and avoid the trap of underwhelming, or even risky tech investments. Laying the groundwork in the cloud Information management is not just another notch in the IT toolkit; it is the foundation that provides accessible, reliable, and useful data for the organisation or IT systems’ business success. Though many Australian organisations claim digital maturity, the truth lies […]

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