Optus Enterprise and Business

For frontline teams providing critical community services, reliable mobile connectivity isn’t a luxury - it’s essential. Communify , a Brisbane-based not-for-profit, has been supporting individuals facing housing insecurity, mental health challenges, and financial hardship for over 45 years. With a growing, highly mobile workforce spread across 12 sites, they needed a connectivity partner who could keep their teams online 📱, no matter where they were. By partnering with Optus, Communify has: ☑️ Deployed 220+ mobile services to frontline teams ☑️ Ensured 100% reliability in critical coverage areas, enhancing staff safety ☑️ Streamlined operations with a seamless transition from previous providers ☑️ Empowered clients through prepaid mobile access, keeping them connected to vital services “Optus has been an invaluable partner, ensuring our staff have the mobile connectivity they need to support vulnerable communities.” – Ben B., CIO, Communify With the right technology, Communify is driving stronger connections and greater impact - for both staff and the people they support. And as they continue to grow, Optus will be there to ensure they stay connected every step of the way. 🔗 Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/gxdqcuPH Karen Dare, Ben B., Samantha Wolstenholme, Kelly Sciacca, Amy Jozing, Tempus Media, Shootsta, Amit Neekhra, Stephanie Paps-Levy, Tania E., #PositiveConnections #CommunityImpact #MobilitySolutions #TechnologyForGood

🚀 Ready to make your business boom? We asked productivity expert Donna McGeorge for her top insights on planning and workflows to boost efficiency and success this year. Donna has practical, actionable advice for you, including: ✅ Simple tools for structuring workflows ✅ Overcoming procrastination with proven strategies ✅ Balancing tech to enhance, not hinder, productivity Click to read the full article and get the full scoop on planning for success! 👇 https://lnkd.in/gN5FurHM #Productivity #WorkplaceEfficiency #BusinessSuccess #PlanningForSuccess #Leadership #TechInBusiness #ProductivityTips #OptusBusiness

For over a century, HOYTS Group 🍿 has been at the forefront of cinematic entertainment in Australia. But in today’s digital age, delivering an immersive movie experience requires more than just the latest blockbuster - it demands a seamless, secure, and high-performance network. That’s why HOYTS partnered with Optus and Cisco to implement SD-WAN, transforming its network infrastructure to: ☑️ Enhance reliability and uptime across all cinema locations ☑️ Strengthen security with cloud-based threat protection ☑️ Improve operational efficiency with centralised network management ☑️ Enable future-ready scalability to support innovation With Optus’ managed network expertise and Cisco’s advanced SD-WAN technology, HOYTS is redefining the movie-going experience - ensuring everything from online ticketing to interactive digital screens operates seamlessly. 🎥 Hear from Adam Wrightson, Group IT Director at HOYTS, as he shares how this collaboration is shaping the future of entertainment. 🔗 Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/gtjWKpSS Tony Siclari, Paul Awad, Amy Jozing, Rohan Saldanha, Michelle Ayyuce, Tom Chan #SDWAN #Innovation 

Our latest report takes a deep dive 🔎 into the high-stakes race between cyber security defenders and attackers, where AI 🤖 is a double-edged sword. Capturing insights from 25 CISOs and security experts across Australia, this exclusive report includes perspectives from leading industry thought leaders. For organisations striving to strike the right balance between AI and human oversight, this report is a must-read. 👉 Read now: https://lnkd.in/e5ysenrU Mamello Thinyane, Doug Browne, Riccardo Galbiati

Optus teams are working around the clock to restore services for customers in south-east Queensland and northern NSW affected by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred as soon as possible. With safety as our top priority, we have been progressively restoring sites, prioritising key hub locations and deploying generators and satellite-powered mobile base stations (SatCats) to critical areas. Our technicians - many arriving from across the country - are working hard to overcome extreme weather challenges, including road closures and power outages. Despite these obstacles, we remain focused on supporting impacted communities and key evacuation centres. In the lead-up to and throughout this event, we’ve been working closely with Government agencies, energy companies, emergency services, the Bureau of Meteorology and other stakeholders to ensure we coordinate our response together. We are also collaborating with our telco counterparts to ensure customer services are restored as soon as possible. We are sorry for the impact this is having on our customers, and we thank them for their patience. 👉For the latest updates on our recovery efforts and store re-openings, visit: https://lnkd.in/ge_hAmDt

As we celebrate International Women’s Day 2025💜, we continue our March Forward leadership series - spotlighting women who are driving real progress in their industries. Today, we feature 🌟 Annie Brett, Head of Customer Care at Great Southern Bank, whose leadership journey is a testament to resilience, empathy, and people-first leadership. "We’re all just people. It doesn’t matter what your title is - when I think about customers, I think about my mum or my nana calling a call centre. It’s about making sure we have the right people to take care of them." From starting her career on the phones to leading customer care at one of Australia’s largest customer-owned banks, Annie shares her perspective on: ☑️ The importance of empowering frontline teams ☑️ Driving gender equality through merit-based leadership ☑️ How technology should enhance, not replace, the human experience ☑️ Her advice to women in leadership: "Don’t wait for a seat at the table - go and take it." Annie is proof that great leadership isn’t just about results - it’s about creating an environment where people can thrive. 📖Read her full story now: https://lnkd.in/gy8F_sUC #IWD2025 #MarchForward #Leadership #WomenInBusiness #CustomerCare #PositiveConnections

To mark International Women's Day 💜, we're celebrating a female business owner who in turn is supporting other female-led businesses. Meet 🌟 Samantha Finnegan, founder of Madebox.co, a Melbourne-based business that curates premium gift boxes 🎁 from over 400 Australian small-batch producers. In just under four years, Madebox has helped local makers thrive by connecting them with corporate clients. With over 300,000 products distributed, Samantha's new venture, MadeMart.co, takes this a step further by offering an online marketplace 🛒 and subscription box to support sustainable growth for Australia’s unique makers. #IWD2025 #WomenInBusiness #MarchForward

For International Women’s Day 2025 💜, we celebrate leaders who embody the March Forward theme - those who take bold steps toward progress. In our final article we spotlight 🌟 Karen Dare, CEO of Communify , a woman who has dedicated her career to creating real change in community services. "Success isn’t about titles - it’s about identifying an issue and being a bull at the gate until something is done about it." From advocating for asylum seekers to driving new models in child protection, Karen’s impact is profound. 📖Read her full story here: https://lnkd.in/gNNAPa7b Who are the women in leadership that inspire you? Let’s celebrate them today. Tag them below! 👇💬 #IWD2025 #MarchForward #Leadership #WomenInBusiness #CommunityImpact #OptusEnterprise

This International Women's Day 💜, we're showcasing a customer who's making a positive impact on the environment through her business. Meet 🌟 Bridget Nicholson from ReDistil – an architect, artist, and now a grower and distiller. Based in South Gippsland, Victoria, Bridget organically grows rosemary and rose geranium, then uses traditional copper stills to create Verbenone - rich 🍃✨ essential oils and mists for skincare, hair care, and even gourmet cooking and drinks. She also offers hands-on distilling workshops for anyone eager to learn about essential oils, hydrosols, and their everyday uses. #IWD2025 #WomenInBusiness #MarchForward #Entrepreneurship #SMB

As we celebrate International Women’s Day 2025, we recognise the power of March Forward 💜 - a theme that reminds us that progress is about action, courage, and transformation. In our latest feature, we spotlight 🌟 Rosalie Adriano, former CIO of Nestlé Oceania, whose leadership journey is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and the power of embracing change. From starting her career in finance as a new migrant to leading major transformation initiatives in IT supported by the Optus team, Rosalie shares how stepping outside her comfort zone shaped her leadership. “Change is constant, and as leaders, we must be proactive in shaping it rather than resisting it.” Rosalie’s insights on gender equality, leadership, and the role of technology in enabling progress are not just inspiring - they’re a call to action. 👉Read her full story: https://lnkd.in/e-DxV5et #IWD2025 #MarchForward #Leadership #WomenInBusiness #PositiveConnections #Womeninleadership