Skills shortage (Skills gap) stories - Page 19
Yes, women do want to work in tech, says industry study
Mon, 11th May 2020
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dei
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women in technology
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recruitment
Women are unlikely to apply for a position unless they meet 100% of the stated requirements, while men will often apply if they meet 60% of these.
UTS & Institute of Data announce scholarship program
Tue, 7th Apr 2020
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data science
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cybersecurity
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skills gap
But those who are finding themselves on reduced hours or out of work completely may be able to use that time to upskill.
Westcon-Comstor connects partners to expertise with Bench
Mon, 6th Apr 2020
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westcon-comstor
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skills gap
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distributors
The new agreement gives Westcon exclusive distribution rights for the Bench platform, which allows partners to gain access to skilled contractors.
Pluralsight offers 7,000+ online tech courses free for April
Fri, 3rd Apr 2020
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e-learning
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healthtech
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software development
Pluralsight is offering over 7,000 online tech courses for free during April to encourage upskilling amid COVID-19 lockdowns.
Nutanix & Udacity launch hybrid cloud nanodegree program
Wed, 1st Apr 2020
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private cloud
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hybrid cloud
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converged infrastructure
Nutanix and Udacity announce a nanodegree to boost IT professionals’ hybrid cloud skills, offering 5000 scholarships for key modern cloud infrastructure topics.
Australia's IT & software sector job market on the rise
Wed, 1st Apr 2020
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software development
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it services
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linkedin
Australia’s IT and software sector sees a 17.3% hiring growth spurt amid a decline in other industries due to the COVID-19 pandemic, LinkedIn notes.
Educating the next generation: what skills will they need in the future workplace?
Thu, 26th Mar 2020
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printing
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3d printing
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konica minolta
As technology transforms Australia's workplace, future workers must master soft skills like critical thinking and adaptability to thrive in an AI-driven era.
Lack of skills holding back digital transformation
Tue, 24th Mar 2020
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datacentre infrastructure
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digital transformation
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skills gap
Lack of people skills is the main obstacle to digital transformation, with 80% of businesses experiencing difficulties, finds new report.
CompTIA launches IT workforce planning guide
Wed, 18th Mar 2020
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healthtech
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comptia
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it careers
The free resource, called My IT Path, is designed to provide a personalised and interactive experience for anyone learning about careers in the field.
Is APAC losing the digital transformation race?
Wed, 18th Mar 2020
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digital transformation
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ai
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skills gap
The Asia Pacific region is lagging when it comes to digital transformation efforts, according to a new report from EY.
The secret to DevOps success? It's in the people
Fri, 13th Mar 2020
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uc
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devops
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martech
DevOps success hinges on human transformation, says the DevOps Institute's latest report, stressing the importance of upskilling and key human skills.
AU firms fight digital skills gap in the age of work evolution
Tue, 3rd Mar 2020
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it training
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deloitte
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skills gap
A recent survey from Deloitte and RMIT Online showed that out of 600 Australian businesses, 88% say it’s difficult to find skilled employees.
Interview: DataRobot on how AI augments human thinking in business
Tue, 25th Feb 2020
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robots
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data analytics
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martech
AI won't replace humans, but rather free us up to be more human, according to Colin Priest, VP of AI strategy at DataRobot.
HCL Technologies to conduct Fonterra's major tech overhaul
Tue, 18th Feb 2020
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digital transformation
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skills gap
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hcl
HCL Technologies has signed a deal with New Zealand dairy giant Fonterra to modernise and manage Fonterra’s entire technology infrastructure.
Cybersecurity reporting will need to be a seamless business process in 2020
Thu, 13th Feb 2020
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dei
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cybersecurity
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isaca
New laws mandate robust data breach reporting, yet underreporting persists. A 2019 survey highlights suppressed cybercrime disclosures, risking unpreparedness.
Needs, challenges, opportunities: HP study delves into the world of creatives
Thu, 19th Dec 2019
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hp
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skills gap
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study
HP's new study reveals 80% of Australian creatives worry about staying relevant, while 92% feel the need to upskill to stay competitive globally.
2020 predictions: Security breaches, talent shortages and rapid RPA growth
Wed, 11th Dec 2019
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rpa
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predictions
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outsourcing
Australian businesses face a transformative year ahead with large-scale RPA deployments, severe talent shortages, and a high-profile security breach.
New Horizons invests in Australia's workforce, seeks to close skills gap
Tue, 10th Dec 2019
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deloitte
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digital literacy
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skills gap
New Horizons Computer Learning Centers is investing in Australia's workforce development to address the country's skills gap and boost growth opportunities.
Interview: Microsoft's Diana Kelley talks talent gaps and D&I
Wed, 27th Nov 2019
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dei
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Microsoft's Diana Kelley discusses bridging the cybersecurity skills gap, focusing on reskilling and how diversity and inclusion shape roles in technology.
Challenges in video gaming market grow as revenues increase
Tue, 19th Nov 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ey
As video gaming revenues nearly double over five years, companies brace for heightened competition and rising costs, reveals new EY study.