IT skills shortage stories

David Hallett was elected as the group’s information and communication technology (ICT) and creative representative, where he will help to increase opportunities for those who have become unemployed and those who want to make a career in ICT.More

Employers and employees have fundamentally different perspectives on the importance of upskilling and continuous learning in the workplace.More

But those who are finding themselves on reduced hours or out of work completely may be able to use that time to upskill.More

The IT and software services sector is going through a recruitment boom, even though COVID-19 is causing a sharp decline in year-on-year hiring growth across all Australian industries.More

The Australian workplace is now moving into an era where some hard skills are starting to expire.More

The free resource, called My IT Path, is designed to provide a personalised and interactive experience for anyone learning about careers in the field.More

A recent survey from Deloitte and RMIT Online showed that out of 600 Australian businesses, 88% say it’s difficult to find skilled employees.More

many organisations are consistently underreporting the number and nature of cyber attacks they are suffering.More

Cybersecurity is consistently rated as one of the most problematic skills shortage areas in the enterprise, Skillsoft says.More

"It's vital for our sector to understand where the opportunities are to improve, so we can ensure no one is left behind."More

Microsoft says that the course is suitable for those with an interest in IT including school leavers, recent graduates, those looking to change careers, women returning to work, people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, indigenous people and people living with a disability.More

Zendesk, a provider of customer experience and engagement software, is expanding its footprint in Asia Pacific by expanding its Singapore office.More

The New Zealand IT industry simply isn’t marketed towards women interested in studying technology.More

The Centre will prepare students to meet the demand for talent in the cybersecurity pipeline through skill development, with technology that is at the forefront of this digital future.More

What can you do to make sure you get the attention you deserve in your job search?More

“When leaders prioritise investment in training, they retain talent and grow revenue more rapidly."More

The Enterprise Centre, which is set to open in 2020, will include a cybersecurity centre and technology centre. It will also be one of the world’s first on-site training and learning facilities for autistic people setting out in the workforce. More

According to the report, 85% of those surveyed work in IoT adoption, with almost 75% working with projects in the planning stages.More

As the MSP industry continues to grow, a recent report from Datto shows that recruiting talent is tougher than ever - plus more MSP trends.More

"Highly-skilled professionals will be in high demand and can access strong career-advancing opportunities."More

“Whether through quotas or other means, improving gender diversity alone is not enough."More

According to new research from Hays, technical expertise is simply not enough when hiring cybersecurity personnel and businesses should be looking to upskill employees.More

Australia is at risk of falling behind in the global technology race unless companies can secure top IT talent.More

“Companies are seeing shortages in digital talent but aren’t proactive enough in attracting and retaining that talent.”More