How are Australians using Generative AI alongside search engines and social media to make decisions? The New Search Journey: Search Leads, Social Inspires, AI Makes Sense Generative AI is becoming…
Why are fleet safety policies and systems failing to keep pace with safety priorities across Australian fleets? Fleet safety in Australia has become a top-tier priority for Australian operators. The…
Why is happiness declining in Australia in 2026 and what does the shift mean for businesses and brands? Australians’ overall happiness has softened in 2026, with pressure extending beyond financial…
Why are Australian small businesses becoming less focused on growth despite improving economic confidence? SME June 2026: SME sentiment toward both the Australian and global economy recovered in June, suggesting…
Why are Australian fleet electrification plans shifting towards hybrids even as net zero and EV targets remain in place? According to the 2026 Australian Corporate Fleet Insights Study, conducted by…
Why has Australian consumer confidence in 2026 fallen despite easing inflation? Australians are entering the new financial year with a sharply more negative view of the economy, cost of living…
How prepared is your organisation to use AI responsibly? Since 2021, Fifth Quadrant’s Responsible AI Index has been measuring how well Australian organisations are turning responsible AI from principle into…
Can AI apps help businesses increase productivity without adding more staff? AI apps are changing how businesses think about productivity, hiring and software ROI. For years, software was treated as…
Updates to this research are published monthly. SME May 2026: Revenue performance is becoming increasingly polarised, with 25% of SMEs reporting growth, the highest level since November, while 38% reported…
Updates to this research are published monthly. SME April 2026: Revenue has held broadly steady year-on-year (-9%), with a modest recovery emerging since early 2026 despite a volatile geopolitical and…