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Writing on AI, commerce, and the work of shipping.

Practical notes on AI strategy, AI implementation, Shopify optimisation, and the reality of running digital and AI projects in Australian businesses. No hype. No fluff. What we've actually seen work.

AI Fundamentals

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AI Implementation

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26 May 2026 · 9 min read

Australia's Voluntary AI Safety Standard: a practical guide for SMEs in 2026

Australia chose not to pass a standalone AI Act. Instead, there are 10 voluntary guardrails, an AI Safety Institute funded at AUD 29.9 million, and the existing Privacy Act. Here is what that actually means for an Australian business deploying AI in 2026, with primary sources linked.

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26 May 2026 · 7 min read

LLM readiness for Australian businesses in 2026: what it actually means

LLM readiness is the part of AI readiness that matters most in 2026 for Australian SMEs. Here is what it covers, what the OAIC says, and how to assess where your business sits, with primary sources linked.

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11 Apr 2026 · 4 min read

What an AI consultant actually does (and what they don't)

Most AI consultants sell strategy decks. Here is what a good one actually does - and the things you should not pay them to do.

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AI Strategy

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Shopify Optimisation

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