SINGAPORE, Sept. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Singapore Management University (SMU) today announced the launch of a new Cybersecurity track under its flagship Master of IT in Business (MITB) programme. Combining advanced technical training with business and leadership education, the new track equips professionals to address cybersecurity challenges while integrating security strategies into broader organisational priorities.

“The demand for cybersecurity professionals is growing at a rapid clip,” said Prof Pang Hwee Hwa, Dean of SMU School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS). “Our new Cybersecurity track is designed to cultivate leaders who can turn technical expertise into strategic impact. Graduates will be equipped not only to tackle complex cyber threats, but also to embed cybersecurity into core business operations, strengthening digital resilience across Singapore and the region.”

Prof Lim Sun Sun, Vice President (Partnerships and Engagement) and Lee Kong Chian Professor of Communication & Technology, announced the launch of the new MITB Cybersecurity track at SCIS Industry Day, the University’s annual forum for dialogue with industry and the public sector on technology opportunities and challenges. The event showcased SCIS’s research excellence and student achievements through talks, panels, and networking sessions, drawing participants from academia, industry and government, including leaders from Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), Google Singapore, Amazon Web Services and Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR).

Singapore’s fast-growing digital economy has intensified the cyber threat landscape, creating sustained demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals. With cybersecurity no longer a niche technical concern but a frontline issue affecting functions across finance, healthcare, government, retail, telecommunications and more, there is high demand for a robust talent pipeline[1] to safeguard both security and economic interests.

Despite a threefold increase in the nation’s cybersecurity workforce from 4,000 to 12,000 between 2016 and 2022¹, talent shortages remain. Industry leaders have highlighted a knowledge gap in areas such as governance, aligning security strategies with business goals, cloud security, and AI in security. These factors affirm the high demand for new talents as well as diverse talents, such as mid-career professionals from adjacent fields, to join the cybersecurity industry.

Closing the industry skills gap

SMU’s new MITB Cybersecurity track is designed to bridge both knowledge and manpower gaps. Positioned at the intersection of computing and management, the programme blends advanced technical training with business and leadership education.

Unlike traditional programmes with a mainly technical focus, SMU’s Cybersecurity track differentiates itself in three ways:

• Interdisciplinary design: Combines technical depth with management acumen, preparing graduates for leadership roles in cybersecurity.
• Industry integration: Capstone projects, internships and collaborations with government and industry partners immerse students in real-world cybersecurity problems in diverse business domains.
• Practice research driven teaching: Faculty from SCIS’s Centre on Security, Mobile Applications and Cryptography (SMC) and Centre for Research on Intelligent Software Engineering (RISE) bring cutting-edge insights into the classroom.

This new track complements MITB’s existing specialisations in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science & Analytics, FinTech and Digital Transformation, reinforcing SMU’s position as a leader in practice-oriented and industry-driven postgraduate education. The MITB programme is consistently ranked among the world’s top programmes in the QS Business Masters Rankings.

Feedback on the new Cybersecurity track from industry practitioners

“There is critical cybersecurity gap that requires us to immediately catch up with the development of AI systems, particularly in their evaluation and security.” — Tan Hua Beng, Deputy Director, AI Platform, HTX

“Critical cybersecurity roles – such as cybersecurity managers, security architects, and governance, risk and compliance practitioners – who are up to date with technological and cybersecurity developments, including artificial intelligence, are in high demand. There is also a need for courses that can adequately prepare junior to mid-level technical cybersecurity staff to develop a more managerial and leadership-oriented mindset – essential for career progression and long-term success in the industry.”  — Huang Shaofei, Group CISO, SMRT

Applications for the MITB Cybersecurity track will open from 1 January 2026 for the August 2026 intake. Visit the website here.

SINGAPORE, Sept. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Digital travel platform Agoda invites travel enthusiasts and nature lovers to explore some of Asia’s most incredible caves. As the trend for unique and immersive travel experiences grows, cave exploration promises unforgettable adventures with truly breathtaking views.

Cave exploration offers a rare opportunity to witness the artistry of nature sculpted over millennia. From intricate stalactites and stalagmites to serene underground lakes, these caves offer a glimpse into a world rarely seen. For travelers eager to take in these underground wonders, Agoda presents a guide to cave destinations that will deliver lasting memories.

Here’s Agoda’s curated list of seven must-visit caves in Asia:

1. Son Doong Cave, Quang Binh, Vietnam: 
   As the world’s largest cave, Son Doong is a bucket-list destination for adventurers. Its vast chambers and unique ecosystems, including a fast-flowing subterranean river, provide a dramatic backdrop for photography, with guided tours offering insights into its geological wonders.
2. Borra Caves, Andhra Pradesh, India: 
   Nestled in the Ananthagiri Hills, Borra Caves are renowned for their impressive stalactites and stalagmites. Visitors can explore the intricate formations on guided tours, capturing the play of light and shadow that creates a magical atmosphere.
3. Ryusendo Cave, Iwate, Japan: 
   Known for its crystal-clear underground lakes, Ryusendo Cave offers a serene escape into nature’s artistry. Photography enthusiasts will find endless opportunities to capture the cave’s ethereal beauty, especially with the vibrant blue hues of the water.
4. Hwanseon Cave, Gangwon, South Korea: 
   Formed around 530 million years ago, Hwanseon Cave is the largest limestone cave in Asia. The cave boasts a labyrinth of tunnels and stunning rock formations. Guided tours offer visitors the chance to explore its natural splendor, providing ideal opportunities for capturing awe-inspiring photographs.
5. Mulu Caves, Sarawak, Malaysia:
   Located in Gunung Mulu National Park, these caves are a UNESCO World Heritage site. The vast chambers and unique formations offer endless photographic opportunities, with guided tours providing insights into the cave’s history and geology.
6. Gua Gong, East Java, Indonesia: 
   Known for its mesmerizing stalactites and stalagmites, Gua Gong is a hidden gem in East Java. The cave’s natural acoustics and stunning formations make it a must-visit for photographers seeking the perfect shot.

Andrew Smith, Senior Vice President, Supply at Agoda shared, “Agoda’s curated list of cave destinations is sure to capture the imagination of nature enthusiasts. We’re proud to be a trusted partner in exploration, unearthing the best deals so travelers can experience the world’s majestic beauty with ease and confidence.”

Agoda offers over 6 million holiday properties, 130,000 flight routes, and 300,000 activities, making it easy for travelers to plan the cave adventures of their dreams. Visit Agoda.com/deals or download the Agoda mobile app for the best deals.

Advanced cooling technology enables energy and water efficiency, further supporting Empyrion’s commitment to sustainable, green-by-design digital infrastructure

SINGAPORE and SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Empyrion Digital, a next-generation digital infrastructure platform, today announced the successful deployment of Nortek Data Center Cooling’s newly launched StatePoint® Liquid Cooling Technology at KR1 Gangnam Data Centre (GDC), Empyrion’s flagship facility in Seoul. The integration underscores the commitment of both companies to deliver sustainable, high-performance infrastructure for AI and HPC workloads on a global basis.

StatePoint, Nortek’s latest generation of its award-winning hybrid liquid cooling technology, was developed to meet the evolving demands of hyperscale, colocation and enterprise operators. Offering unprecedented improvements in thermal performance, water and energy efficiency, and affordability, it delivers a compelling solution for AI-ready environments. The system uses a liquid-to-air energy exchanger with membrane-based evaporative cooling, minimizing mechanical cooling and drastically reducing water consumption.

By deploying StatePoint, GDC delivers optimal Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) and Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE) well below Korea’s conventional benchmarks, placing it among the most efficient data centres in South Korea. The platform’s modular flexibility allows for integration with rear-door heat exchangers and direct-to-chip liquid cooling (DLC) systems, ensuring GDC is fully future-proofed for the next wave of AI innovation.

Yongsuk Choi, Chief Strategy Officer – Product & Infrastructure of Empyrion Digital said: “Our collaboration with Nortek DCC signals the beginning of a long-term commitment to delivering AI-ready and green by design data centres. By integrating StatePoint into our current infrastructure, we are setting a new benchmark for operational efficiency across our assets, and we look forward to building on this momentum with Nortek DCC in future developments across Asia.”

Located in Yangjae-dong, Seocho-gu, GDC spans 30,714 square metres and is the first new data centre development in Seoul’s Gangnam district in more than a decade. Purpose-built with a 29.4 MW IT load, the facility is designed to support energy-intensive AI and high-performance computing applications while aligning with the region’s growing focus on sustainability.

“We are proud to partner with Empyrion Digital to deploy StatePoint at their Gangnam facility,” said Karin Overstreet, CEO of Nortek DCC. “StatePoint was designed to meet the intense demands of AI and HPC while cutting energy and water use. This project shows what’s possible when forward-thinking infrastructure meets purpose-built innovation, and we’re excited to help raise the bar for data center sustainability and performance in South Korea.” 

KR1 GDC is Empyrion’s second data centre project following SG1 Dodid and is ready for service in August 2025.

For more information, visit: https://www.nortekdatacenter.com/statepoint/

About Empyrion Digital

Empyrion Digital is a next-generation digital infrastructure platform committed to sustainability and the highest standards of responsible operating performance. Green by design, we develop and operate robust, scalable and carrier-neutral data centres for hyperscale and enterprise customers across Asia. Headquartered in Singapore, Empyrion Digital is a portfolio company of Seraya Partners, a leading Asia infrastructure fund with USD 1.3 billion of assets under management. For more information, visit www.empyriondigital.com.

About Nortek Data Center Cooling

Nortek DCC is a fast-growing, data center specialized company with 350+ collective years of HVAC experience and a data center-optimized portfolio of industry-leading products. As part of Madison Air, Nortek DCC combines specialized expertise, intimate customer relationships and the ability to innovate quickly with the scale and leverage of a leading privately held enterprise. Nortek DCC partners with some of the world’s most innovative companies in mission-critical environments to navigate their most urgent and complex needs with products that optimize cooling efficiency, reduce water and energy consumption, and ensure operational reliability. Learn more at www.nortekdcc.com.

About Madison Air™

Madison Air, one of the world’s leading privately held companies, combines the innovation and nimble, responsive service of a startup with the sophistication and scale of a global enterprise. Madison Air’s best-in-class portfolio of innovative brands make the world safer, healthier and more productive through the power of better air. Our purpose is rooted in the belief that whether it’s protecting valuable data or equipment, optimizing crop quality and yield, or improving the productivity, health and retention of your workers, there’s a direct correlation between air and outcomes. Please visit us at www.madisonair.com.

Bringing Harmony to Daily Life Through Advanced AI Appliances and Tailored Solutions Designed for European Lifestyles

SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LG Electronics (LG) is presenting its vision for advanced AI-powered living at IFA 2025, kicking off tomorrow in Berlin, Germany. Under the theme “LG AI Appliances Orchestra,” the company will showcase how its intelligent home solutions work together in harmony to enrich everyday life, delivering greater convenience, personalization and energy efficiency.

At its booth, visitors will be able to experience LG AI Home first-hand, exploring how LG’s core AI technologies bring customized care and convenience to daily life. Reflecting its growing influence in Europe, LG will also host a dedicated B2B consultation space, demonstrating the unique advantages of its latest appliances and core component innovations.

Zones Highlighting AI-Powered Living

The Hero Zone welcomes visitors with the LG AI Appliances Orchestra, where AI-powered appliances are arranged like members of a symphony and conducted by LG ThinQ ON, the company’s evolved AI home hub. This dramatic display embodies the seamless harmony and intuitive control that LG AI Home brings to modern living.

The Fit&Max Zone recreates European-style living spaces, highlighting how LG appliances – developed with local design preferences and functionality in mind – integrate naturally into everyday homes. In the AI Core Tech Zone, visitors can learn how LG’s core components, such as the AI DD™ motor, have been enhanced with AI for smarter, more powerful performance. Finally, the AI Home Solution Zone illustrates real-life scenarios where LG AI connects appliances, IoT devices and third-party services to save time, improve comfort and reduce everyday hassles.

AI Appliances Designed for European Homes

LG is introducing a wide range of new AI-powered home appliances tailored to European lifestyles, developed through in-depth research into consumer needs and trends. With a strong focus on energy efficiency, several of these products achieve industry-leading performance.

The company’s smart refrigerators combine AI-powered compressor operation with improved insulation to maximize freshness and decrease energy loss. Designed specifically for European homes, they feature innovations like the Zero Clearance Hinge, which allows doors to open fully even when the side of the fridge is flush against the wall.

In addition, AI-enabled washing machines and dryers provide gentle care for all kinds of fabrics and intuitive operation via expanded controls and larger LCD displays.

Supporting different cleaning needs and preferences, LG’s new vacuum lineup includes a robot vacuum with steam mop, a built-in robot vacuum station, a stick vacuum and a wet-dry stick vacuum. Each model offers outstanding convenience, reliable performance and sleek, modern aesthetics. The first of its kind, the built-in robot vacuum station fits neatly beneath kitchen sinks for a clean, space-efficient installation, while the lightweight wet-dry stick is designed to minimize wrist strain during use.

To further enhance accessibility, LG is also presenting the LG Comfort Kit, a series of accessories that make appliances easier to use for people of all ages or abilities.

An Immersive AI Home Experience

In the AI Home Solution Zone, visitors can see how LG AI ThinQ AI and ThinQ ON work in harmony to simplify and enrich everyday life Demonstrations show ThinQ AI recommending healthy menus, automatically preheating ovens, recognizing individual users by voice, and adjusting lighting, temperature, and music to match their preferences.

Visitors can also explore ThinQ UP, which continuously upgrades LG appliances with new software functions, and ThinQ Care, which provides proactive monitoring and maintenance for reliable long-term performance.

Expanding beyond the home, LG will also present Spielraum, its AI mobility space solution, which extends LG AI Home into vehicles to enable seamless connectivity and a unified, uninterrupted experience between home and car.

“At IFA 2025, we’re presenting differentiated value with the LG AI Home solution, which leverages our AI core technologies to intelligently harmonize with the rhythms of customers’ lives,” said Lyu Jae-cheol, president of the LG Home Appliance Solution Company. “Our appliances are designed to complement European lifestyles and living spaces, evolving with each user to deliver personalization, ease-of-use and energy efficiency.”

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About LG Electronics Home Appliance Solution Company 

The LG Home Appliance Solution Company (HS) is a global leader in home appliances and AI home solutions. By leveraging industry-leading core technologies, the HS Company is committed to enhancing consumers’ quality of life and promoting sustainability. The company develops thoughtfully designed kitchen and living appliance solutions and has recently integrated LG’s Robot Business Division to incorporate advanced robot technologies into its home solutions. Together, these products offer enhanced convenience, exceptional performance, efficient operation and sustainable lifestyle solutions. For more news on LG, visit www.LGnewsroom.com.

HONG KONG, Sept. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CNOOC Limited (the “Company”, SEHK: 00883 (HKD Counter) and 80883 (RMB Counter), SSE: 600938) today announces that Wenchang 16-2 Oilfield Development Project has commenced production.

The project is located in the western Pearl River Mouth Basin, with an average water depth of approximately 150 meters. The development of the project mainly leverages the adjacent existing facilities of the Wenchang Oilfields, with addition of a new jacket platform integrating functions such as oil and gas production, offshore drilling and completion operations as well as personnel accommodation. A total of 15 development wells are planned to be commissioned. The project is expected to achieve a plateau production of approximately 11,200 barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2027. The oil property is light crude.

CNOOC Limited holds 100% interest in this project and is the operator.

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More information about the Company is available at https://www.cnoocltd.com.

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• Designed to automate a wide range of business workflows ranging from finance to sales, marketing, customer support and localization
• Currently in beta testing with select customers, with general availability coming soon

NEW YORK and COLOGNE, Germany, Sept. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — DeepL, a global AI product and research company, today unveiled DeepL Agent, an autonomous AI agent designed to streamline and automate a wide variety of knowledge worker tasks. The new solution brings the quality, precision and security that DeepL is known for – and its deep expertise in language that underpins most enterprise workflows – to the rapidly growing agentic AI market. It is currently in beta and being launched on DeepL AI Labs, the company’s hub for innovation and upcoming projects.

DeepL AI Labs

“DeepL has always been a leader in AI innovation, driven by our commitment to cutting-edge research and scaling AI’s impact across businesses worldwide. For years, we’ve invested in understanding and solving complex language challenges with AI, which demand the highest levels of precision, context-awareness and security. This strong background in research gives us a natural advantage in the agentic space in building tools that can understand, reason and then act across a wide range of tasks,” said Jarek Kutylowski, CEO and Founder, DeepL.

“Which is why we’re excited to preview our latest product, DeepL Agent – an autonomous, secure AI agent designed to take on the time-consuming, repetitive tasks knowledge workers face every day. Now in beta testing with some of our global customers, this is an exciting natural next step for DeepL in our mission to solve real-world challenges with purpose-built AI and is just the beginning of a tool that we believe will redefine how businesses operate.”

Building on DeepL’s heritage of developing cutting-edge enterprise AI tools trusted by over 200,000 business customers worldwide and the company’s unmatched expertise in the language-related fields where context, precision and security are essential, DeepL Agent introduces a new autonomous AI agent for businesses – one designed to empower knowledge workers by completing repetitive, time-intensive tasks across a wide variety of functions, thereby scaling users’ capacity and productivity.

The agent is built to operate entirely within each user’s digital environment, responding to natural language commands to carry out complex workflows safely and independently. It does this by using virtual versions of standard tools, like a keyboard, browser and mouse, so it can act on the user’s behalf through existing interfaces. It can handle nearly any task a human can do with computer systems, moving seamlessly across users’ tools and workflows and continually improving its performance over time.

And while DeepL Agent is multilingual, its applications extend far beyond language-related tasks: the general-purpose agent is designed to support a wide range of business functions and use-cases, making it a transformative companion enterprise-wide for teams ranging from sales and finance, to marketers, localization specialists, HR professionals and more. For example, the agent can autonomously pull insights for sales teams, automate invoice processing for finance, or handle document translation and approvals for localization teams.

“Imagine having a super efficient workplace assistant that understands your needs and can tackle any task you give it, whether that’s analyzing a report or managing internal invoices, just by giving it simple directions like you would any colleague. That’s what DeepL Agent does. It’s made to understand you, so that you can just describe the actions you want it to take and it will handle the rest,” said Stefan Mesken, Chief Scientist, DeepL. “We’ve also built the agent to learn from existing interactions, so that over time its support will become even more personalized and attuned to each user’s needs and daily workflows.”

DeepL is also committed to ensuring that DeepL Agent meets the enterprise-grade levels of quality and security it is known for, and has built the agent with multi-level safeguards giving not only individual users but also admin, team leads and top level management direct control over its use and outputs. These include task monitoring tools for real-time oversight, the ability to pause or review actions at any time, and options for human-in-the-loop validation and approvals to ensure the highest degree of accuracy and decision-making.

DeepL Agent will continue pilot testing in beta with select partners before becoming generally available in the coming months. For more information and for updates on the agent’s progress, visit DeepL AI Labs at deepl.com/ai-labs.

About DeepL
DeepL is a global AI product and research company focused on building secure, intelligent solutions to complex business problems. Over 200,000 business customers and millions of individuals across 228 global markets today trust DeepL’s Language AI platform for human-like translation, improved writing and real-time voice translation. Building on a history of innovation, quality and security, DeepL continues to expand its offerings beyond the field of Language, including the soon to be released DeepL Agent – an autonomous AI assistant designed to transform the way businesses and knowledge workers get work done. Founded in 2017 by CEO Jaroslaw “Jarek” Kutylowski, DeepL now has over 1,000 passionate employees and is supported by world-renowned investors including Benchmark, IVP, and Index Ventures. For more information on DeepL, visit www.deepl.com.

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• CO₂ MVR compressors, efficiently supplying thermal energy for carbon capture while reducing overall plant energy use and OPEX.
• Gi-hoon Do, Head of equipment business division, “With proven compressor technology for core CCUS processes, Hanwha Power Systems aims to be a key partner in achieving global carbon neutrality.”

SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Hanwha Power Systems announced that it has signed a supply contract last month to deliver CO₂ Mechanical Vapor Recompression (MVR) compressors for a major Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) facility to be applied at a new combined-cycle power plant in Europe.

The compressors to be supplied for this project play a critical role in enhancing energy efficiency. By compressing low-pressure steam and converting it into high-temperature steam for reuse, the MVR system enables significant reductions in both energy consumption and operating expenditure (OPEX) through efficient heat recovery.

This project is particularly significant as it introduces CCUS technology to a next-generation combined-cycle power plant designed to minimize carbon emissions. With a facility structure that allows for real-time capture and treatment of CO₂ emissions, the plant is expected to serve as a milestone in driving industrial decarbonization. Commercial operations are scheduled to begin at the end of 2028.

Within the CO₂ capture process, Hanwha Power Systems’ MVR compressors ensure system reliability by supplying stable high-temperature steam to the stripper, a crucial unit that separates CO₂ from amine solutions. By reusing low-temperature steam generated during the process, the system maintains continuous capture cycles while reducing overall plant energy consumption and operating costs.

Through the supply of compressors for CCUS applications, Hanwha Power Systems has further expanded its business portfolio into the low-carbon power generation market. In addition to carbon capture, the company offers a full lineup of CO₂ compression solutions exceeding 150 bar, supporting storage (enhanced oil recovery (EOR), sequestration), utilization, and transportation — enabling customers to access comprehensive solutions across the entire CCUS value chain.

Gi-hoon Do, Head of Equipment Business Division at Hanwha Power Systems, stated that “This project demonstrates our proven competitiveness in the emerging field of CCUS and positions us as a trusted technology leader. Moving forward, Hanwha Power Systems will continue to leverage its technological expertise and execution capabilities to be a key partner in achieving global carbon neutrality goals.”

BOSTON, Sept. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Accent Group, a leading footwear and apparel retailer with more than 30 iconic brands across Australia and New Zealand, has expanded its partnership with Bamboo Rose to include advanced planning capabilities through the TotalPLM^™ platform. A former Foresight Retail customer (now part of Bamboo Rose), Accent Group is adopting Item Planning with AI-powered Decision Intelligence to enhance merchandise planning operations. 

Accent Group expands partnership with Bamboo Rose.

Accent Group already uses Bamboo Rose’s Plan within TotalPLM, with 99% of allocations now processed through the system. Building on that success, the team is expanding into item-level planning to improve forecasting accuracy, reduce friction, and boost visibility across its brand portfolio.

By expanding its use of Plan within TotalPLM, Accent Group aims to:

• Improve item-level planning accuracy with AI-driven insights
• Strengthen planning efficiency across a broad brand portfolio
• Minimize reliance on manual processes and legacy systems
• Drive smarter decisions that fuel growth without added overhead

“As we continue to scale and support a growing network of brands, adopting smarter tools is critical to our success,” said Alex Wall, Group Head of Merchandise Planning at Accent Group. “Reaching 99% adoption of our allocation platform has been a milestone, and the expansion into planning with Decision Intelligence is the next logical step. It’s all about creating a more efficient, aligned, and data-driven planning environment.”

“Accent Group’s evolution with TotalPLM is a powerful example of what’s possible when modern retail teams embrace change,” said Mike Mattei, COO of Bamboo Rose. “By expanding their investment in our platform, they’re paving the way for faster planning cycles, better inventory accuracy, and stronger financial performance, without the added complexity.”

With TotalPLM, Accent Group now has a unified system for allocation, replenishment, and item-level planning—creating a scalable foundation for current operations and future growth.

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About Accent Group

Accent Group is a market leader in the footwear and apparel industry across Australia and New Zealand, operating more than 800 stores and representing globally recognized brands including Skechers, Vans, Dr. Martens, The Athlete’s Foot, and more. The company is known for its strong retail presence, innovative digital capabilities, and commitment to customer-centric growth. Learn more at www.accentgr.com.au.

About Bamboo Rose

Bamboo Rose is a global leader in enterprise retail technology solutions. TotalPLM™ is the most comprehensive Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) platform, integrating Planning and Merchandising, Creative Collaboration, Product Development, Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management, Purchase Order Management, and Global Trade Management — all powered by AI-fueled Decision Intelligence. Built for scalability and agility, the Bamboo Rose platform helps retailers and brands like Serena & Lily optimize operations, drive margin growth, and meet evolving industry demands. Learn more at bamboorose.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

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