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NCFE partners with Learning Vault to boost digital credentials delivery
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digital credentials
NCFE is revolutionising education as it partners with Learning Vault to boost its delivery of digital credentials, promising a more agile skills system for an evolving economy.
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AI can empower women & increase work-life balance, says Microsoft director
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) could tackle female workplace challenges like burnout, and lack of professional development, according to Microsoft NZ's Emma Barrett.
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IWD 2024: Cybersecurity is stronger with diversity
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IWD 2024: Encouraging diversity in cybersecurity is crucial to tackle growing threats, skill shortage issues and to promote better business outcomes, say experts.
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IWD 2024: Why mentoring others is the most rewarding aspect of my leadership role
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Female corporate leader hails mentoring as the key to female inclusion and success, attributing it as the 'greatest reward' of her role for IWD 2024.
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IWD 2024: Moving past quotas: Inclusivity & neurodiverse talent in cybersecurity
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cybersecurity
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On International Women's Day 2024, the cybersecurity industry is urged to surpass quota systems, embracing not just gender diversity but also neurodiversity for enhanced innovation and resilience.
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Workday partnership to boost Hungry Jacks HR operations
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recruitment
Hungry Jacks partners with Workday to optimise HR operations and support strategic growth via enhanced workforce development.
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IWD 2024: Mentorship, diversity, and effective communication
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IWD 2024: Unveiling the underrepresentation of women in the tech sector, calling for a shift in focus to enhance mentorship, diversity and effective communication.
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IWD 2024: Empowering women in tech - Lessons in supporting progress in diversity
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project management
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cybersecurity
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cfo
In the wake of IWD 2024, reflection on women's suppressed role in tech prompts a renewed drive for gender equality, with calls for consistent progress, inclusivity and invested growth in the industry.
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IWD 2024: Championing women in cybersecurity every step of the way
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cybersecurity
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business
Amid a push for diversity in cybersecurity, experts highlight four key strategies to support women, potentially unlocking an additional $400 billion annually for the IT sector.
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IWD 2024: Gearing up for next-gen female leaders in cybersecurity
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cybersecurity
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Next-gen female cybersecurity leaders on the rise despite ongoing talent shortage, boosted by arrival of digitally savvy generation Alpha in next five years.
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IWD 2024: Grokking our way to gender parity in tech
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To mark IWD 2024, we delve into continued gender disparities in tech and education, but signs of progress emerge, particularly at Grok Academy, focusing on bridging the gender gap.
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REINSW revolutionises training with Brightspace learning system
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The Real Estate Institute of New South Wales (REINSW) hails positive improvements in training programmes since adopting D2L's Brightspace learning management system in 2023.
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Exclusive: How NetApp's S3 Academy is fostering new talent
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NetApp's S3 Academy in Australia and New Zealand is pioneering early-career development in tech with its innovative blend of experience, exposure, and education.
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Touchable Earth wins at Kids Judge Bett 2024 event
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Touchable Earth, an Auckland-based company, earns top honours from Kids Judge Bett at world's largest EdTech event, Bett UK, for promoting global citizenship and geography in a unique app format.
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Empowering women in tech: Breaking barriers and advancing careers
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Diversity and inclusion in the tech industry have finally become more influential, with women applying fresh perspectives to this constantly evolving domain.
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LawCPD unveils first AI-powered learning feature for legal studies
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LawCPD pioneers the global legal education scene with the introduction of its AI-Powered Learning Feature, the first AI tool revolutionising professional development for lawyers.
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Advanced security tools can help bridge the cyber-skills gap
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Amid a global 12.6% rise in the cyber-skills gap, advanced security tools like AI automation could alleviate the shortage, particularly for Australian businesses.
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At the table: cultivating a people-first workplace culture in an era defined by change
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Nurturing a 'people-first' workplace culture becomes increasingly imperative, balancing technology with human touch, adapting to generational shifts and ensuring professional and personal satisfaction amid change.
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Singtel pioneers AI development initiative in Southeast Asia
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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Singtel unveils initiative to boost AI development and ecological sustainability in Singapore and Southeast Asia, with plans for AI-ready, eco-friendly data centres expansion.
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King's College to invest £45.5m in interdisciplinary science innovation
Mon, 29th Jan 2024
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King's College London to infuse £45.5m into science-focused initiatives, establishing interdisciplinary research hubs and creating 64 academic roles in bid to spur innovation and drive UK economic growth.
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DPA spotlights need for digital support in teaching
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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intel
The Digital Poverty Alliance's latest white paper sheds light on the urgent need for digital skill training among teachers.
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Infovista names Chris Botting as Chief Product Officer
Fri, 5th Jan 2024
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Industry veteran Chris Botting takes on the role of Chief Product Officer at Infovista, eager to leverage his extensive experience to accelerate the company's growth and enhance customer value.
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Addressing the IT skills shortage for successful digital transformation
Fri, 27th Oct 2023
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digital transformation
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UK firms face hurdles in digital transformation due to lack of skilled IT professionals, warns Code Institute.
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Aleph Group unifies global brands in strategic 'One Brand' initiative
Tue, 24th Oct 2023
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Aleph Group solidifies its global presence, merging its diverse regional brands into its main brand in a strategic 'One Brand' initiative.