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Best of both worlds: Rakuten Kobo introduces Kobo Sage and Kobo Libra 2

  • Both feature packed eReaders have Bluetooth® wireless technology so booklovers can listen to Kobo Audiobooks
  • Kobo Sage unites reading, writing and listening all in one sleek package

 

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 5 October 2021 – Rakuten Kobo announces the joint launch of Kobo Sage and Kobo Libra 2, two new feature-rich eReaders that take Kobo’s digital reading offering to the next level. Continuing our mission to make reading lives better, Kobo Sage and Kobo Libra 2 are built to inspire, with an ergonomic design readers love plus new Bluetooth® wireless technology so you can read eBooks or listen to Kobo Audiobooks all in one device.

 

With Kobo Sage, enjoy the most luxurious reading experience Kobo has to offer with every feature at your fingertips—including the addition of Bluetooth® wireless technology for Kobo Audiobooks. Kobo Sage is our most fully featured device ever, taking reading to the next level with custom designed accessories, such as our versatile SleepCovers, all-new PowerCover, and compatible Kobo Stylus to take notes and highlight passages—offering readers the option to read, write and listen all on one Kobo device for the first time. Complete with a 8″ HD flush E Ink Carta 1200 glare-free screen, ComfortLight PRO adjustable brightness and temperature control, Dropbox support and 32 GB of storage, the sleek and lightweight Kobo Sage is ergonomically engineered for total comfort. The device is available in Black, with Kobo SleepCovers in Light Green and Black, and PowerCover in Black.

 

Packed with features and personality, Kobo Libra 2 is made to fit into your busy life. With more storage, a faster E Ink screen, and now Bluetooth® wireless technology, Kobo Libra 2 is the next-generation of the popular Kobo Libra H2O. Whether it’s sunny days or stormy nights, the waterproof eReader is as adaptable as you are with a 7″ HD E Ink Carta 1200 glare-free screen, ComfortLight PRO adjustable brightness and temperature control, and 32 GB of storage. Available in White and Black, with an array of SleepCover colours—Poppy Red, Lavender, Slate Blue and Black—offering great options for personalization. 

 

“With over a decade of top-rated eReaders under our belt, innovating and improving our device line up to ensure Kobo remains the strongest digital reading option on the market has become second nature. We’re continuously working with book lovers to make our offering—from eReaders, eBooks and audiobooks, to our Rakuten Kobo app—as strong as possible to improve the reading lives of our valued customers,” said Michael Tamblyn, CEO, Rakuten Kobo. “With Kobo Sage and Kobo Libra 2, we’ve infused the features Kobo users love with the latest software and Bluetooth® wireless technology so you can read or listen through your Kobo and take your entire reading life with you wherever you go.”

 

Tamblyn continued: “With Kobo Sage, our world-class product designers took the digital reading experience even further with support for the compatible Kobo Stylus so readers can really engage with their eBooks, making notes, marking up eBooks and highlighting notable passages for active, insightful reading. The introduction of the new premium PowerCover for Kobo Sage is another exciting addition, keeping your eReader protected and charged while you’re on-the-go to maximize your reading time. From reading and writing to listening to Kobo Audiobooks, Kobo Sage does it all—and now with even more battery life.”

 

Available at https://sg.kobobooks.com/ and select retailers, Kobo Sage will retail for $399.90 SGD, SleepCover for $59.99 SGD, PowerCover for $119.99 SGD and Stylus for $59.00 SGD as well as Kobo Libra 2 for $289.90 SGD and SleepCover for $59.00 SGD. Pre-orders will be available on October 5 and the devices will be available in stores and online beginning October 19 in Singapore.

 

Get to know Kobo Sage and Kobo Libra 2

 

Read or be read to, the choice is yours

 

Kobo Sage and Kobo Libra 2 are our first eReaders with Bluetooth® wireless technology and Kobo Audiobook[1] support so you can take your story wherever you go, even when your hands are occupied. Waterproof for up to 60 minutes in up to two metres of water, the eReader’s go-anywhere design is sure to make a splash, worry-free.

 

Read comfortably in any light with ComfortLight PRO

 

The latest devices feature our built-in ComfortLight PRO technology, so readers can enjoy their books from day to night with ease and choose their own light setting based on personal preference. Simply adjust the brightness of your screen and blue light control—changing colour temperature to give your eyes a break—to limit eye strain and let you read well into the night, without affecting your sleep. Kobo Sage and Kobo Libra 2 also come with a Dark Mode option for white text on black.

 

Enjoy the benefits of seamless library integration

 

Readers can borrow eBooks from most local public libraries right from their device with built-in one-touch OverDrive access. Set-up is easy and free with a library card. Through the integrated catalogue, booklovers can search for the title they want, and depending on local library availability, choose to borrow from OverDrive or buy through the 24/7 Kobo eBookstore. OverDrive integration is available on all of Kobo’s current eReaders in Singapore.

 

Stress-free reading, no matter the device with the help of the Kobo App

 

Extend your reading experience with the free Kobo App for your smartphone or tablet—ensuring your library is always with you, even when your eReader isn’t handy. We remember where you last bookmarked a page, so you can pick up where you left off and never lose your place, no matter which device you choose.

 

Take Kobo Sage to the next level with purpose-driven accessories

 

Deepen your eBook reading experience with the Kobo Stylus

 

With Kobo Sage and the Kobo Stylus you can mark up, highlight and jot notes[2] in your eBooks and PDFs[3] with ease, making reading and notating nonfiction titles, essays or assignments a breeze. With pressure sensitivity mimicking a ballpoint pen, the Kobo Stylus is customizable—choose the pen type, shade, line size and eraser size that suits your needs—so you can write directly on the page, just like a pen on paper. Underline or circle, and easily erase or highlight, with two helpful buttons located on the side of the stylus. Kobo Sage’s built-in notebook feature keeps all of your notes easily accessible and can convert your writing to clean text.

 

Read longer with the all-new Kobo PowerCover

 

As the latest evolution of our beloved SleepCovers, the Kobo Sage PowerCover[4] keeps the eReader’s HD touchscreen protected and delivers convenient on-the-go charging. With easy magnetic attachment, just slip the Kobo Sage into its PowerCover and it will charge from the built-in battery. The PowerCover also automatically sleeps and wakes the device when you open the cover. If you’re pairing your Kobo Sage with Kobo Stylus, the PowerCover has a designated slot* to keep your stylus close at hand.

 

 



[1] Bluetooth® wireless headphones or speaker are required.

[2] Readers can make notes in eBooks borrowed through OverDrive, but notes will not stay on the eReader after the eBook is returned to the library.

[3] PDFs with digital rights management or permission limitations are not compatible with markups or annotations.

[4] Kobo Sage PowerCover does not charge Kobo Stylus.


About Rakuten Kobo Inc.

Rakuten Kobo Inc. is the world’s digital bookseller created by and for book lovers. Owned by Tokyo-based Rakuten Group, Inc. and headquartered in Toronto, Rakuten Kobo’s 58 million worldwide users can read any time, anywhere, and on any device. With a mission to make reading lives better for all, Rakuten Kobo connects readers to stories using thoughtful and personalized curation of eBooks and audiobooks, and the best dedicated eReaders and apps for reading. With the singular focus of making reading lives the best they can be, Kobo’s open platform allows people to fit reading into more moments in their busy lives. To learn more about Rakuten Kobo, visit www.kobo.com.

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The ExtraOrdinary Exhibition 2021 The Karen Leung Foundation invites friends, families, women, and men to learn about women’s health through the arts at The Hari and Soho House

HONG KONG SAR – Media OuReach – 5 October 2021 – For its second-year running, the Karen Leung Foundation’s (KLF) powerful health awareness program, The ExtraOrdinary Exhibition 2021, leverages the work of local and international artists to promote awareness and ignite discussions on the well-being of women.

Katharina Reimer, Executive Director of The Karen Leung Foundation says, “The ExtraOrdinary Exhibition is a health awareness program at its core without using the often embarrassing language associated with our core mission. We aim to communicate the message to as many people as possible regardless of race, ethnicity, demographic, or gender. This year, I am delighted to say that with partners such as The Hari Hong Kong, the Soho House, Hologic, and Vox Vanguard to name a few, I truly believe that we can push the envelope even further. Last year, we made an impact. This year, we hope to make a difference.”

 

This year’s program brings more engagement and diversity.

KLF has entered into a collaboration with renowned The Hari Hong Kong.

“We are pleased to partner with the Karen Leung Foundation on this year’s The ExtraOrdinary Exhibition. It is a meaningful initiative that aligns The Hari’s passion in supporting artistic talents with the worthy cause of promoting women’s health,” says Dr. Aron Harilela, Chairman and CEO of Harilela Hotels Ltd.

Key artists featured at The Hari Hong Kong: 
Basil Pao

Jenny Lam

Kim Robinson

Lily So

Polo Bourieau

 

CAPSULE EXHIBITION @ THE HARI HONG KONG
Location: The Hari Hong Kong, 330 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
Time/Duration: 29 September 2021 to 3 January 2022
Price: Free
Registration: HERE
*Special activation to be unveiled in November 2021


Get the full experience of the ExtraOrdinary Exhibition 2021 at Soho House

Soho House will be displaying the full collection with over 30 art pieces.

FULL EXHIBITION @ SOHO HOUSE
Location: Soho House, 22/F, 33 Des Voeux Rd West, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
Duration: 1 – 31 October 2021
Hours: Monday Thursday (11am – 8pm); Friday – Saturday (12pm – 10pm) 
Price: Free
Register HERE

ABOUT THE KAREN LEUNG FOUNDATION

The Karen Leung Foundation (KLF) www.karenleungfoundation.org is working to save lives in Hong Kong by raising awareness of gynaecological cancer, educating women to increase rates of early detection and ensuring that women in treatment have access to optimal medical care. Founded in 2013, we are the first and only organization in Hong Kong solely devoted to women’s gynaecological cancers. To date, the Karen Leung Foundation has raised more than HK$27 million to fight gynaecological cancer and help Hong Kong girls and women. The Karen Leung Foundation honors the memory of Karen Leung, a hedge fund trader, who died at age 35 following a diagnosis of metastatic cervical cancer.

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ABOUT THE HARI HONG KONG

Opened in December 2020, The Hari Hong Kong is the vision of Dr. Aron Harilela, Chairman and CEO of Harilela Hotels Ltd, and the second hotel to open under the ‘The Hari’ brand. The first hotel, The Hari London opened in August 2016. The Harilela Group was established in 1959 and is still wholly owned by the Harilela family. The Harilela Group is the parent company of Harilela Hotels which owns 16 properties across Hong Kong, China, Asia, Europe, and the US.

Mister Model International Laos Candidate Stranded at Korean Airport

Mister International Laos 2021
Mister International Laos 2021, Mr. Viengkham Chanthavongsa.

Laos has missed out on competing in the Mister Model International 2021 Pageant this year due to visa and travel restrictions leaving the team stranded in South Korea.

Laos Has Reduced Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 34% Over Ten Years

Hongsa coal-fired power plant
Hongsa coal-fired power plant (Photo: Jason Rolan)

Laos has announced it has successfully reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 34 percent over the last ten years.

CSG Accelerates Growth, Expands Career Opportunities and Community Partnerships Across India with Flexible, Employee-Centered Work Philosophy

Flexibility and personal choice empower individuals to do their best work from anywhere and opens doors for more women professionals

BANGALORE, INDIA – News Direct – 5 October 2021 – CSG (NASDAQ: CSGS) today announced the continued growth of its workforce in Bangalore, India, the largest office across the more than 20 countries where the company operates. CSG’s India technology centers of excellence, employ over 1,500 world class technologists, of which 500 were hired in the last year. The company continues to significantly invest and grow in India with up to 500 new hires to come in the next 18 months. Today, the office serves as a primary center for CSG product development, technology innovation and research.

“At CSG, we create career opportunities where every day our employees can pursue their passions, show up as their true selves, and deliver unmatched value and results for our customers,” said Sudhansu Panigrahi, head of India operations at CSG. “To unlock the full potential of our people, we’ve cultivated a culture that values authenticity and encourages every employee to dream big, fail fast, and constantly evolve. CSG is committed to delivering game-changing technologies that lead to extraordinary outcomes for our customers, and our growing team across India is at the heart of driving our innovation.”

CSG is reimagining what today’s workplace is like and how it should be, for both current employees and new hires. The company’s workplace of the future philosophy supports work-life integration and employees’ diverse needs, providing flexibility and personal choice so employees can do their best work from anywhere in India.

Today, CSG employees can work from their home offices, one of the CSG offices or a mix of both, letting them flourish in a workspace most conducive to their productivity and supporting each employee’s needs. Additionally, the company continues to emphasize and promote personal wellness and well-being by providing the resources and means to enable worldwide collaboration and personal connection across its over 5,000 employees.

CSG’s commitment to inspire and deliver impact extends beyond its corporate walls and into the communities where its people live and work.

In India, CSG works with the Udayan Shalini Fellowship Program (USF) and Prerana Nurturing Merit, two local non-governmental organizations (NGOs), to empower women through higher education, mentoring, training and employability. CSG’s focus on gender diversity and equitable gender representation in the workplace, has led to over 40% of new hires and 36% of the total CSG India employee base being women. CSG plans to engage with additional NGOs and expand its community partnerships in the future. CSG employees are also encouraged and supported with volunteer paid time off to give back to their communities in ways that are meaningful and impactful to each individual.

To learn more about careers at CSG and our company culture, visit CSG careers.

About CSG

CSG is a leader in innovative customer engagement, revenue management and payments solutions that make ordinary customer experiences extraordinary. Our cloud-first architecture and customer-obsessed mindset help companies around the world launch new digital services, expand into new markets, and create dynamic experiences that capture new customers and build brand loyalty. For nearly 40 years, CSG’s technologies and people have helped some of the world’s most recognizable brands solve their toughest business challenges and evolve to meet the demands of today’s digital economy with future-ready solutions that drive exceptional customer experiences. With 5,000 employees in over 20 countries, CSG is the trusted technology provider for leading global brands in telecommunications, retail, financial services and healthcare. Our solutions deliver real world outcomes to more than 900 customers in over 120 countries. To learn more, visit us at csgi.com and connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

Copyright © 2021 CSG Systems International, Inc. and/or its affiliates (“CSG”). All rights reserved. CSG® is a registered trademark of CSG Systems International, Inc. All third-party trademarks, service marks, and/or product names which are referenced in this document are the property of their respective owners, and all rights therein are reserved.

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Investor Relations

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Cellini Recognised by the Made with Passion Initiative in Singapore

Cellini makes its mark amongst other local brands for its strong representation and dedication in creating products people love and trust. Recognised for its exemplary hard work and dedication to bringing new experiences to all, the home-grown designer furniture brand was selected by an esteemed panel to join the Made with Passion slate. With an illustrious 35-year-long award-winning history, being part of this national initiative sets Cellini up as a brand to keep an eye out for their exquisite craftsmanship and characteristic designs.

 

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 5 October 2021 – To celebrate lifestyle brands and their unique stories that turned possibilities into realities, Singapore’s national initiative Made with Passion has recently been expanded. Among its chosen 64 new names, Cellini is one of the select few given the honour to carry the brand mark. Connecting consumers with the creative works of skilled artisans on their e-commerce platform and brick-and-mortar furniture stores, Cellini’s unwavering belief in uniting tradition with innovation is spotlighted through this achievement.

 

Timeless Passion Matched with Ambition

Home to tasteful creations shaped by signature styles and ambitions, Cellini has been making waves since its inception in 1986. Emphasising quality and exclusivity, the furniture brand has long created modern pieces that abide by a human-centric philosophy. With manufacturing facilities and showrooms across multiple countries, the company is revered by the masses for its attention to detail. The smallest project aspects in furniture design such as its use of trademark cast aluminium legs over those outsourced have further established the brand as a go-to design hub.

 

Boasting products such as the Korus, Yves and Sho leather sofas and more, homeowners can experience the passion of this lifestyle label in their own abode. While keeping up with design trends, Cellini’s designers are mindful to extract only the essence of the material and create pieces that would not quickly fade with passing trends.

 

It is with these unique takes on personal spaces and the importance placed on fine carpentry that pushed for Cellini’s feature as a Made with Passion brand. Having attracted over 300 applicants since its open call held in April 2021, local brands underwent a rigorous evaluation process prior to the announcement. Assessed by a panel of industry leaders, trade associations, and government agencies, brands that were considered key players in the vibrant landscape of local entrepreneurship were selected for their value – one of which, was Cellini.  

 

Bringing the visionary concepts of their creators to life, Cellini’s courageous pursuit of the zeal for furniture is one worthy of celebration. Blurring the lines between art and function, taking in the passion of Cellini by discovering their furniture packages in Singapore is one way homeowners can tell their own story.

 

About Cellini Singapore:

Cellini is a home-grown designer furniture brand in Singapore. Investing in state-of-the-art technology, Cellini’s furniture showrooms boast specially curated pieces that are second-to-none in terms of quality craftsmanship. It has also expanded its services to offer timeless furniture pieces across Asia, in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Taiwan, in addition to making its mark as a successful e-commerce business. For more information, please visit: https://www.cellini.com.sg/.

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China Oil Gangran Will Be Renamed “Century Energy International”, Clean Energy Industry Heavyweights On Board to Steer Business Transformation

– Business Focus Set on New Energy Sector

– Pivoting on Energy & Environment, Energy Technology, and Energy Safety

 

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 5 October 2021 – China Oil Gangran Energy Group Holdings Limited (“China Oil Gangran” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries the “Group” , SEHK stock code: 8132) announces that it has obtained shareholder approval at its recently held annual general meeting to change the Company name to “Century Energy International Holdings Limited“. The new company name will become effective upon completion of all legal procedures. It has also announced appointments of new board members and senior management who are leaders in the clean energy industry and possess extensive management experience at public companies. Bringing their wealth of industry knowledge and broad network in the clean energy industry in China and across the globe, the new management will give new impetus to the Company’s development and drive its business transformation into full gear.

 

Seize Opportunities from Carbon Peak and Neutrality to Thrive in China’s New Energy Sector

Mr. Cheung Yip-sang, the new Chief Executive Officer of the Group, said, “I am excited about joining Century Energy International to steer the Group’s business transformation after a two-year business restructuring. The business focus of the Group will be squarely set on the new energy sector, pivoting on the development of the clean energy industry chain. As a major energy-consuming country, the Chinese government has committed to achieving carbon peak by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2060. The fundamental key to achieving the ‘double-carbon’ target is to change the path of the energy industry by adopting new technologies to accelerate the switch to clean energy, so as to increase energy efficiency and minimise the impact to the environment. As an emerging energy corporation, the Group’s mission is to ‘Benefit People’s Livelihood with Clean Energy and Technological Innovation’.  We will explore the use of new technologies to advance the energy industry by introducing and integrating quality projects in China and from abroad, combining capital, technology and businesses to create synergies. Our goal is to thrive in the fields of new energy materials, energy saving and environmental protection and digital technologies for energy safety.”


New Energy Industry Veterans Enlisted to Bring New Impetus to the Company

The Company has recently announced various senior management appointments. All the new appointees are industry leaders who possess unique insights into the energy industry in China and around the globe. They include:

 

Mr. Leung Wing Cheong Eric, Non-executive Director and Chairman of the Board: Mr. Leung Wing Cheong Eric is experienced in the new energy industry and capital market. Mr. Leung was the deputy managing director, an executive director, and the chief financial officer of China Gas Holdings Limited, a company listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (Stock Code: 384), from 2005 to 2014. Prior to that, Mr. Leung had worked in different investment banks. Mr. Leung is a lawyer by training, and is qualified to practise law in Hong Kong, England & Wales, and Australia.

 

Mr. Cheung Yip-sang, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer: Mr. Cheung has extensive experience in the energy sector, having worked for ENN Holdings Energy Limited (“ENN Energy”, Stock Code: 2688) for more than 15 years. Mr. Cheung was the Chief Executive Officer of ENN Energy from 2010 to 2014. Mr. Cheung had subsequently joined the ENN Group in 2014, focusing on the clean energy industry chain, later serving as the Chief Executive Officer of ENN Group from 2017 to 2019. Mr. Cheung ranked No.1 of the oil & gas sector in Forbes’ “Best CEOs of listed companies in China” in 2013. He also topped Institutional Investor’s “Best CEOs” ranking, placing No.1 in the Oil & Gas sector in Asia in 2014.

 

Mr. Ma Shenyuan, President (China Business): Mr. Ma has long been engaged in business development and administrative management in the oil & gas industry, and has held important positions in many government departments and companies in Mainland China, including the National Development and Reform Commission and State Bureau of Petroleum and Chemical Industry. He has also served as general manager of natural gas business development in Greater China at the Royal Dutch Shell Plc (“Shell”), as well as senior vice president of ENN Energy and ENN Group. He was the president of ENN Energy Trading Group and the CEO of China Pacific Oil & Gas Co., Ltd.

 

Mr. Li Dewen, President (International Business): Mr. Li is experienced in the international sales and overseas investment operations. He has served as a certified attorney-at-law at the Ministry of Justice of the People’s Republic of China, and acquired substantial experience in Foreign Direct Investment (“FDI”). He has spearheaded the establishment of the “China-Israel Agricultural Hi-Tech Fund” in China. In tandem with the strong momentum of China’s “Belt and Road” initiative, Mr. Li has facilitated the overseas investments of Chinese state-owned companies, including China Railway Engineering Corporation, China National Electric Engineering Corporation, and China National Building Materials Group Corporation.


Mr. Lim Haw Kuang, Independent Non-executive Director: Mr. Lim Haw Kuang has been a director of Bank Negara Malaysia (Central Bank of Malaysia) since March 2015. He has been an executive director of Ranhill Holdings Berhad (MYX Stock Code: 5272) since September 2014 and an independent non-executive director of Jinxin Fertility Group Limited, a company listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (Stock Code: 1951). Prior to that, from March 2013 to March 2014 and from March 2014 to April 2016, he was an independent non-executive director and a non-executive director of ENN Energy (Stock Code: 2688). Mr. Lim has previously worked for Royal Dutch Shell Plc (“Shell”) for 34 years. During his tenure at Shell, Mr. Lim has held various director and senior management positions, including executive chairman of Shell (China) Ltd. (from July 2005 to February 2013), vice president of corporate planning and strategy for Shell, president of oil products in Asia Pacific and Middle East regions, chairman of Shell Malaysia Limited, as well as a managing director of Shell Malaysia Exploration & Production. From 2012 to 2016, Mr. Lim was an international council member of the China Council for International Cooperation on Environment and Development. Since June 2019, Mr. Lim has been a non-executive director of Wison Group, a company based in Shanghai with international operations in three main areas: oil and gas engineering services, offshore and marine services, and new materials. Mr. Lim graduated with a bachelor’s degree in computer science from the Imperial College of Science and Technology of the University of London in August 1978. He also obtained a master’s degree in business administration from the International Management Institute in Geneva in 1986.

 

About China Oil Gangran Energy Group Holdings Limited (SEHK stock code: 8132)

China Oil Gangran Energy Group Holdings Limited, to be renamed “Century Energy International Holdings Limited”, is an emerging energy company with a corporate mission to “Benefit People’s Livelihood with Clean Energy and Technology and Innovation”. The Company focuses on the development of the clean energy industry chain and adeptly utilises the R&D results of frontier technology in order to explore and advance industrialisation in energy technology and to connect and integrate with quality projects and resources in China and overseas. The Company aims to create substantial synergy between capital, technology, business and operational management and strives to establish its core competitiveness in the fields of new energy materials, energy saving and environmental protection and digital technologies for energy safety, developing into a respected technological energy corporation with influence across the industry.

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Domino’s utilises Azure to cook up innovation boost

Streamlined process promises better customer experiences

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – Media OutReach – 5 October 2021 – Microsoft is delighted to announce that Domino’s Pizza Enterprises has signed a three-year strategic technology and services agreement to use Azure to help accelerate the company’s modernisation and expansion plans.

Despite the constraints of the global pandemic Domino’s continues to grow rapidly; in the last financial year it served 281 million pizzas, opened 285 new stores around the world, and recorded $3.7 billion worth of network sales. This financial year it expects to open a further 500 stores.

Its latest wave of digital modernisation sees Domino’s transitioning workloads and data collections from on-premise servers, and optimising its ordering and fulfilment systems – which will in turn enhance the customer experience and build loyalty.

Michael Gillespie, CDXO, Domino’s said; “Innovation is baked into the very DNA of Domino’s and by utilising Azure there is an opportunity to accelerate the pace at which we can deliver new services and products, and streamline operations for our business and for our franchisees.

 

“We have a clear roadmap of the innovation opportunities that will keep Domino’s at the forefront of this industry. Microsoft Azure provides the high performance, resilient and trusted digital foundations for that and opens the door to a whole ecosystem of Azure tools, skills and services that we will be able to leverage.”

 

Recently appointed CTO, Matthias Hansen, said; “It’s great to walk into an established relationship with a technology partner where we are both challenging each other to be our best. I look forward to continuing our partnership and using Microsoft’s services as our global business continues to grow.”

 

During its most recent investor presentation Domino’s outlined plans to;

  • Use data driven analysis to prioritise new store development;
  • Invest in customers’ digital ordering experience (a new web and mobile platform will be rolled out this financial year); and
  • Analyse store metrics to improve unit economics.

Domino’s international growth plans, particularly in Japan and Europe, are also supported by Azure which promises unparalleled scalability and geographic reach.

 

Steven Worrall, managing director, Microsoft Australia said; “I’m absolutely delighted that Domino’s, which is a leading Australian retail company and innovator, has embraced the power and potential of Microsoft Azure as the digital platform for the future.

 

“I firmly believe that this agreement will ensure Domino’s can accelerate even further ahead and Microsoft will be there every step of the way to support its endeavours.”

Microsoft is currently working with Domino’s on the design of a new store, using technology and data-driven insights to optimise layout and processes. Leveraging Microsoft’s extensive partner ecosystem, the idea is to optimise the physical store layout for the pizza making and delivery process using digital twin technology and testing the results virtually before commencing the fit-out.

About Domino’s

Domino’s Pizza Enterprises is the largest pizza chain in Australia. The ASX-listed business operates in 10 markets, with more than 3,100 stores and is the leading international Domino’s franchise.

About Microsoft

Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT” @microsoft) enables digital transformation for the era of an intelligent cloud and an intelligent edge. Its mission is to empower every person and every organisation on the planet to achieve more.


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