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cashless confidence: SMEs embrace change with caution

In this third post in the series, we continue our exploration of Australia’s transition towards a cashless society. Following on from our previous posts looking at the overall shift to…

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building trust in Australian public services: the road to customer-centricity

Creating a positive and dynamic experience for customers of Australian public service organisations starts with trust. To earn it, public service providers should take a customer-centric approach which puts the…

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the journey to 3 million

Australia’s business sector has shown consistent growth over the years, reaching a total of 2,611,688 businesses by the end of 2023. Accordingly, we decided to take a look back over…

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SME outlook 2024: Australian business conditions spark cautious optimism amidst challenges

Following three years of pandemic-induced disruptions and volatility, Australian businesses experienced improved stability in 2023. However, as decision-makers look ahead to the new year, they express genuine concerns about uncertainty…

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more Australians taking on multiple jobs to combat cost-of-living

Cost-of-living pressures impacted Australian households dramatically throughout 2023. The effects of a rising cost-of-living are well-documented and far-reaching, extending from economic hardship and loan stress, to declining social cohesion and…

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BNPL usage ramps up amidst festive season cost-of-living pressures

As the holiday season approaches, Australians find themselves grappling with the delicate balance of festive spending amidst escalating cost-of-living pressures. For many households, the overwhelming concern of managing tighter budgets…

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cost-of-living: are consumers giving up on sustainability?

Australian consumers drastically altered their behaviour during COVID-19, as they were forced to stay at home, and were unable to travel. One benefit of this however was a positive impact…

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from bills to bytes: Australia’s cashless conundrum

In this blog, we continue our exploration of Australia’s transition towards a cashless society. Following on from our previous post, this piece unpacks the human element, using data from the…

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paws for thought: decoding Australian’s pet health spending

Australians love their pets, and it shows in their spending habits. According to the Fifth Quadrant Consumer Tracker, Australian pet owners spend an average of $209 per month on their…

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understanding ChatGPT usage in Australia: latest fifth quadrant study

Recent research conducted by Fifth Quadrant into Australian consumers show that 70% of the adult population are now aware of ChatGPT, including one quarter that actively engage with the tool….

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