Skills shortage stories - Page 28
Economic development agency launches new app to pair employers with talent
Mon, 14th Feb 2022
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employment
Whanganui introduces Talent Connect, a matchmaking app for businesses and professionals, aimed at boosting the local job market.
The perennial quest for data talent and how to find it
Fri, 11th Feb 2022
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wfh
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data management
Australia is facing a shortage of talent, particularly in the technology sector and data management, hindering economic growth and competitiveness.
Big data projects, cloud migrations, and digital transformation: why it doesn't need to be so hard
Fri, 11th Feb 2022
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saas
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Despite the pandemic, cloud adoption for big data projects still lags behind, with hesitancy and technical challenges hindering progress.
NZ's first year for Diploma in Cyber Security a success
Thu, 10th Feb 2022
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edutech
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uc
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cybersecurity
In response to the growing demand for skilled cybersecurity specialists, the Ara Institute of Canterbury established the Diploma in Cyber Security.
Tata Consultancy Services and DeakinCo. tackle Australia's skills gap with new programs
Fri, 4th Feb 2022
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robots
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data analytics
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martech
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has partnered with Deakin University to develop corporate learning programs in emerging technologies.
'Competency is the new currency': Skillsoft survey reveals most popular digital learning topics
Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
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e-learning
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software development
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skillsoft
Skillsoft's 2021 Annual Learning Report reveals a surge in learning and development, with a 55% rise in learners on its platform.
Tech salaries on the rise while demand for data analytics, Python and cybersecurity skills remain high
Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Tech salaries are increasing 15-30% on average globally, while the ability to work from home is a non-negotiable for most.
Global CFO Survey shows technology and skills are key in future proofing finance teams
Fri, 28th Jan 2022
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data analytics
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fintech
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martech
Launched in 2015, the CFO Indicator Survey provides insights into the challenges, opportunities and priorities for CFOs worldwide.
NZ tech sector has what it takes to attract international investment - industry boss
Thu, 27th Jan 2022
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digital transformation
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recruitment
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skills shortage
Tech sector aims to attract international investors as large tech sector investors explore opportunities in New Zealand.
The skills all aspiring IT professionals need in 2022
Tue, 25th Jan 2022
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
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certification
IT professionals need to prioritize soft skills, upskilling and certification as the industry rapidly evolves in 2022.
Australia's DESE's adopts Qlik data analytics in digital transformation
Tue, 25th Jan 2022
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
The Department of Education, Skills and Employment in Australia is using Qlik's analytics platform to improve data insights and decision-making.
Advantage hires new senior cyber security engineer
Tue, 25th Jan 2022
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hyperscale
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dc
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advanced persistent threat protection
Advantage has employed the services of Dr Bryce Antony in response to the increasing demand for cybersecurity mitigation strategies.
Cybersecurity automation: differing priorities show need for better C-Suite awareness of benefits
Fri, 21st Jan 2022
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cybersecurity
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opinion
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skills shortage
2022 will be the year of automation, as IT professionals consider career alternatives and cybersecurity automation becomes crucial.
Pure Storage's six essential technology trends to watch in 2022
Wed, 19th Jan 2022
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storage
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data protection
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converged infrastructure
While COVID-19 marked 2020 and 2021, 2022 is set to be a year of recovery with organisations settling into new ways of working.
New predictions by Brainly say AI and interactive learning still vital in classrooms of 2022
Fri, 14th Jan 2022
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ai
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education, learning & training
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schools
AI. will continue to play a vital role in classrooms around the world this year, according to predictions by EdTech provider Brainly.
The state of the SOC: skills shortages, automation and gaining context remain a challenge for SOCs
Mon, 10th Jan 2022
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socs
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
The security operations centre (SOC) has been on the front line facing the pandemic-induced escalation of cybersecurity threats in the past eighteen months.
Whitireia and WelTec preparing graduates to fill ICT skills shortage
Wed, 29th Dec 2021
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edutech
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software development
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weltec
New Zealand faces significant ICT skills shortage, but Whitireia and WelTec are preparing graduates for employment in the industry.
Specialist border exemptions 'drop in the ocean' for NZ's tech sector
Tue, 28th Dec 2021
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software development
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nztech
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skills shortage
NZTech has released a statement applauding the Government response to the critical digital skills shortage, but acknowledges that it may not be enough.
4 out of 5 organisations to significantly increase cybersecurity budgets in 2022
Wed, 22nd Dec 2021
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malware
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ddos
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ransomware
Four in five organizations are increasing cybersecurity budgets for 2022, with half citing the cyber skills gap as a significant challenge.
University of Waikato says it's 'game on' for esports
Fri, 17th Dec 2021
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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skills shortage
In what might just be a New Zealand first, budding esports stars can now study this booming industry as part of their university degrees.