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Top Takeaways from the Mentor AI Lunch & Learn Session:

🔍1. AI-Generated Code Isn’t Enough

Sure, AI can write code, but it doesn’t understand your environment, security rules, or performance standards.

Without context, AI-generated code can lead to:

• Security vulnerabilities

• Code bloat

• Maintenance headaches

The message was clear: AI needs human oversight and platform-level integration to truly be effective.

🧱 2. OutSystems Mentor Goes Beyond Code Generation

OutSystems Mentor isn’t just about generating code. It’s an AI-enabled low-code platform that supports your entire development lifecycle with:

• Visual app development

• Automated code reviews

• Built-in DevOps capabilities

• A real-time AI Mentor System that guides developers as they build

This makes the OutSystems platform with Mentor AI ideal for teams who want to build enterprise-grade apps faster, without cutting corners.

⚡ 3. Accelerate Your GenAI Strategy with OutSystems Mentor

If your team is exploring Generative AI for app development, Mentor gives you a head start. It helps you:

• Build GenAI-powered applications without writing code

• Use AI to iterate quickly and improve functionality

• Automate compliance and streamline security checks

• Embed intelligent AI agents into your business systems

🍴More Events Coming Soon

Missed this session? No worries, we’re planning more Lunch & Learn events to showcase the future of AI + low-code development with OutSystems.

Here’s how we can help you respond to the new tariff environment: 

🔍 Predictive Tariff Impact Modelling 

Using historical trade data, live pricing feeds, and machine learning models, we can forecast how the 10% U.S. import tariff (or higher reciprocal tariffs in other markets) will affect:

• Product pricing across categories and SKUs,

• Gross and net margins under various tariff scenarios,

• Inventory valuation and movement based on shifted demand or costs,

• Forecasted demand shifts due to changing price sensitivity or competitor reaction.

🧮 Margin Simulation & Product Profitability 

Tariffs don’t just affect sales, they erode profits. We help companies model: 

• Margin compression across product lines, 

• How much cost can be passed on before impacting customer demand, 

• Scenario analysis across multi-currency supply chains, 

• Breakeven recalculation for entire business units or export channels. 

🌐 Market Diversification & Channel Optimisation 

Leveraging geospatial analytics, we assess: 

• Where similar demand exists in non-tariffed or low-tariff markets,

• Which distribution channels offer the best cost-to-margin efficiency post-tariff,

• How to rebalance product flows and marketing investment across geographies.

🧠 AI-Driven Supply Chain & Procurement Strategies 

From supplier selection to order timing, we use AI-powered insights to:

• Optimise supplier networks in light of new tariffs,

• Model procurement cost impacts under new Incoterms®,

• Identify opportunities to restructure sourcing strategies to avoid or reduce duties.

📊 Executive Dashboards & Real-Time Monitoring 

Our analytics teams can build and deploy real-time dashboards for: 

• Monitoring landed costs and tariff exposures, 

• Alerting leadership when pricing thresholds are exceeded, 

• Benchmarking competitors and tracking global trade responses.

These tools don’t just help you survive this new trade order, they help you thrive in it. Whether you’re a meat processor, winemaker, pharmaceutical exporter, or agribusiness, data is your competitive edge and 9X5 has the expertise to sharpen it.

Final Thoughts 

Tariffs are more than taxes, they are strategic disruptors. But with the right insight, they can also be strategic advantages.

As Australia’s leader in data analytics, 9X5 Consulting can help companies affected by the Trump tariffs leverage predictive analytics to gain visibility into pricing trends, margin fluctuations and customer behaviour. Beyond that, analytics can:

• Guide market entry and exit decisions

• Inform contract renegotiations and hedging strategies

• Identify supply chain vulnerabilities before they impact performance

• Quantify regulatory and trade risks in dollar terms

In an increasingly uncertain world, data is your most reliable asset. Let 9X5 help you harness it.

What Are Trump’s Tariffs? 

Tariffs are taxes imposed on imported goods, making them more expensive and thus less competitive than locally produced products. Trump’s new economic agenda introduces a baseline 10% tariff on all imports into the United States from every country worldwide. But that’s just the beginning. 

From 9th April, 2025, countries with which the U.S. has significant trade deficits like China, Japan, and South Korea will face even steeper “reciprocal tariffs,” which could climb to as high as 49% on certain goods. 

The rationale? Trump has declared a national emergency under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), citing: 

• A $1.2 trillion goods trade deficit in 2024, 

• Hollowing out of the U.S. manufacturing base, 

• Dependency on foreign adversaries for critical goods, and 

• The loss of 5 million manufacturing jobs since 1997 

Industries in the Crosshairs 

This tariff strategy impacts nearly every corner of the economy, targeting both strategic sectors and everyday consumer goods. Here’s how: 

In the United States: 

• Manufacturing accounts for just 11% of U.S. GDP but contributes 60% of exports and 55% of all patents. Trump’s tariffs aim to boost reshoring and domestic capacity. 

• Automotive: The U.S. currently imposes only a 2.5% tariff on imported cars, while India and the EU charge 70% and 10% respectively. Trump’s plan raises U.S. car import tariffs to 25%, effective 3rd April, 2025. 

• Steel & Aluminium: Already under a 25% tariff since earlier this year due to alleged dumping from countries including Australia​. 

• Technology and Pharmaceuticals: Some tech components are tariff-free in the U.S., while other countries impose duties up to 20%. Pharmaceuticals are excluded from reciprocal tariffs, though they remain under the 10%. 

Australia: Hit by the 10% Baseline 

While Australia dodges the punitive reciprocal rates aimed at top U.S. deficit partners, the blanket 10% tariff still applies to all Australian exports and the ripple effects are significant across several sectors: 

🥩 Meat & Beef 

• Australia exported $3.3 billion in beef to the U.S. last year its largest market. 

• Trump’s complaint: Australia still bans U.S. beef over bio-security concerns. 

• Impact: The 10% tariff stings, though the U.S. will still need Aussie beef as its cattle herd supply hits 70-year lows​. 

🍷 Wine 

• With $325 million in wine exports to the U.S., it’s Australia’s third-largest wine market. 

• Treasury Wine Estates expects minimal impact due to diversified production in the U.S., NZ, and Europe. 

💊 Pharmaceuticals 

• Australia exports nearly $1 billion in vaccines and blood products. 

• Despite U.S. industry pressure, pharmaceuticals are exempt from reciprocal tariffs. The 10% baseline still applies, but CSL and others are well-positioned due to global manufacturing bases​. 

🚗 Automotive Supply Chain 

• While Australia doesn’t manufacture cars, tariffed U.S. imports of parts and cars could increase vehicle prices globally including for Aussie consumers. 

🌾 Horticulture & Macadamias 

• Australian citrus, fruit, and nuts face the 10% tariff. 

• With 75% of Australia’s macadamias exported (10% to the U.S.), exporters are watching closely to see if Australia can gain share against now-tariffed competitors like South Africa. 

🧱 Steel & Aluminium 

• Australian exports already faced 25% tariffs under earlier U.S. actions. 

• These exports account for less than 0.2% of Australia’s export value and were already a minor segment. 

What’s Driving the U.S. Agenda? 

Trump’s tariffs are designed to combat decades of trade imbalances, where the U.S. kept its markets open while others closed theirs. The administration points to examples such as: 

• The U.S. imposes a 2.5% tariff on vehicles; India hits 70%. 

• American apples are duty-free abroad, but Turkey slaps a 60.3% tariff on U.S. apples. 

• Australia bans U.S. beef, but exports billions of its own. 

According to Trump, the goal is simple: “Treat us like we treat you.” The tariffs aim to: 

• Reinvigorate domestic manufacturing, 

• Decrease reliance on foreign supply chains, 

• Enhance military readiness through stronger industrial capacity, 

• Restore “Made in America” pride​. 

What Can Australian Exporters Do? 

The uncertainty is real, and while the 10% tariff is more tolerable than the higher rates faced by others, it still: 

• Erodes profit margins, 

• Disrupts long-term supply agreements, and 

• Reduces competitiveness in the U.S. market. 

Proactive strategies include: 

• Exploring alternative markets like the EU and Asia, 

• Collaborating with customs brokers and trade advisers, 

• Reviewing Incoterms® to manage tariff obligations, 

• Working with Austrade to diversify exports. 

A Trade Relationship Under Strain 

Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has labelled the tariffs “totally unwarranted” and ruled out retaliatory tariffs, instead floating dispute resolution under the Australia-U.S. Free Trade Agreement. However, the reality is clear: The U.S. is prioritising domestic production and Australia, despite being an ally, is caught in the crossfire​. 

Final Thoughts 

Whether these tariffs lead to economic revitalisation in the U.S. or global fragmentation of trade remains to be seen. But for Australian exporters, the message is clear: diversify or risk disruption. For businesses, policymakers, and supply chain leaders across the Asia-Pacific, this is a call to adapt, innovate and re-think dependence on the American market. 

Looking for strategic guidance?
At 9X5 Consulting, we’re helping clients navigate complex global trade shifts from market diversification strategies to regulatory compliance by utalising best of breed technologies.  

Let’s talk about how we can support your trade resilience in a changing world. 

Why Waiting Could Cost You

At first glance, this might seem like just another software update, but the consequences of procrastination can be far-reaching for your business. Consider the potential impact:

🚨 Cybersecurity Risks
Without regular updates and patches, your system becomes vulnerable to cyberattacks. Hackers are constantly looking for weak spots, and outdated software is one of the easiest targets.

⚖️ Compliance Risks
Many industries, particularly those in finance, healthcare, and government, are required by law to operate with supported software. Using unsupported systems could expose your business to legal challenges or costly fines.

🛑 Unforeseen Downtime
Outdated systems are more prone to crashes and slowdowns, potentially halting business operations. The longer you wait to upgrade, the more you risk operational disruptions that could affect your bottom line.

A Seamless Upgrade with 9X5 Consulting

At 9X5 Consulting, we understand that upgrading your IT infrastructure can feel overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be. That’s why we’ve developed InstaProcure, a platform designed to simplify the process. With InstaProcure, you can:

💡 Access devices when you need them – No upfront costs; simply order when necessary.

💰 Pay only when you use them – Stay flexible with your cash flow while upgrading.

🔒 Ensure security and compliance – Safeguard your business and meet industry regulations without hassle.

Plan Ahead, Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late

The Windows 10 support deadline is fixed, and waiting until the last minute could leave your business exposed. By planning ahead and upgrading in a timely manner, you’ll ensure that your systems remain secure, compliant, and ready for the future.

📩 Get in touch with us today to discuss your upgrade strategy and ensure a smooth transition before the deadline hits.

What Are MSP Services?

Managed Service Providers deliver comprehensive IT support and management, allowing businesses to focus on their core operations while ensuring their technology runs smoothly. From proactive monitoring to cybersecurity, MSPs ensure that IT systems remain efficient, secure, and cost-effective.

At 9X5 Consulting, we go beyond traditional IT support by aligning our services with your business goals, offering a strategic partnership that grows with you.

At 9X5 Consulting, we believe IT procurement should be effortless and efficient. That’s why we created InstaProcure, an innovative solution designed to streamline the way businesses acquire essential IT equipment and software.

With InstaProcure, you can access pre-positioned inventory tailored to your needs, ensuring the technology you require is ready when you are. From hardware to software, Instaprocure offers flexibility and convenience, all while optimising your procurement process.

Experience a smarter approach to IT procurement with InstaProcure—helping your business stay equipped, agile, and ready for success.

A Partnership for Excellence

The strategic partnership between 9X5 and Domo represents a significant milestone in delivering data solutions. Combining Domo’s robust platform capabilities with 9X5’s expertise, this alliance aims to enhance the digital transformation journey for businesses across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Matthew Willie, CEO of 9X5, said: “We are incredibly excited to collaborate with Domo. This partnership allows us to leverage Domo’s powerful data integration and visualisation tools to deliver superior solutions to EMEA clients. Our shared goal is to help businesses harness the power of their data to drive innovation and growth.”

Leveraging Cutting-Edge Innovations

9X5 and Domo’s partnership is built on a foundation of innovative solutions that have already significantly impacted the industry. Education360 and Analytics360 are prime examples of how 9X5 has been at the forefront of technological advancements.

Education360 is a comprehensive platform that leverages data to enhance educational outcomes. It provides actionable insights for educators, administrators, and policymakers, enabling them to make informed decisions that improve student performance and institutional efficiency.

Analytics360 offers a 360-degree view of business operations, utilising advanced analytics to provide deep insights into various aspects of business performance. Analytics360 empowers businesses to make data-driven decisions that drive growth and profitability, from financial metrics to customer behaviour.

By integrating these cutting-edge solutions with Domo’s platform, 9X5 is poised to deliver unmatched value to EMEA clients.

Enhancing Data-Driven Decision-Making

One of the primary goals of this partnership is to enhance data-driven decision-making for businesses in the EMEA region. Domo’s platform offers a comprehensive suite of tools that enable businesses to integrate, analyse, and visualise data from various sources in near real-time.

With Domo’s user-friendly interface and powerful analytics capabilities, businesses can gain valuable insights into their operations, identify trends, and make informed decisions quickly and efficiently. The partnership with 9X5 will ensure that EMEA clients have access to these advanced tools, coupled with expert guidance and support.

Commitment to Customer Satisfaction

Customer satisfaction is at the core of the 9X5 and Domo partnership. Both companies are committed to delivering solutions that not only meet but exceed customer expectations. By providing high-quality, reliable, and scalable solutions, 9X5 and Domo aim to build long-term relationships with their clients.

“We understand the unique challenges faced by businesses in the EMEA region, and we are dedicated to providing solutions that address these challenges effectively,” said Willie. “Our partnership with Domo is a testament to our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.”

Looking Ahead

The future looks bright for 9X5 and Domo as they embark on this exciting journey together. With a shared vision of innovation and excellence, both companies are well-positioned to lead the way in delivering advanced data solutions to the EMEA region.

Stay tuned for more updates on this partnership and the transformative solutions that 9X5 and Domo will bring to the market.

Conclusion

The partnership between 9X5 and Domo marks a new era of data innovation for EMEA clients. By leveraging world-leading innovations and a commitment to customer satisfaction, this alliance promises to deliver unparalleled value to businesses across the region. As 9X5 and Domo continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible with data, the future of business intelligence and analytics in the EMEA region looks incredibly promising.

London Tech Week is a flagship event in the UK’s tech calendar, drawing over 20,000 participants, including government officials, corporate leaders, investors, and tech enthusiasts from around the globe. It provides a unique platform for networking, collaboration, and exploring the latest trends and innovations in the tech industry.

Our selection for this trade mission is a testament to the hard work and expertise of the team at Education360. We are deeply humbled and honoured to have been chosen and are immensely grateful to Global Victoria, particularly Stuart Bland and Dominic O’Brien, for their support and recognition of our efforts.

As we prepare to join this vibrant community at London Tech Week, we are excited about the opportunities it presents to further empower schools with Education360. Our mission has always been to provide educational institutions with cutting-edge solutions that enable them to gain a comprehensive understanding of their operations and make informed decisions to drive success.

This trade mission will not only allow us to showcase Education360 to a global audience but also to forge new partnerships, explore potential collaborations, and gain valuable insights into emerging trends and market opportunities in the education technology sector.

“We’re extremely honored to showcase Education360’s impact on global education at London Tech Week. We look forward to being able to speak with Educational leaders in the UK, show them the innovative product we have spent years developing, and make a true impact in the educational space in the UK.”
Matthew Willie, CEO, 9X5 Consulting.

We invite you to stay tuned for updates as we embark on this journey of growth and collaboration. We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has been part of our journey thus far and look forward to sharing our experiences and achievements with you.

For more information about Education360 and our participation in the London Tech Week 2024 Trade Mission, please feel free to contact us.

Education360 is a revolutionary platform empowering educational institutions, proudly developed by 9X5 Consulting.