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How to take your job search to the next level
Recruitment

How to take your job search to the next level

Mastering the job hunt: Learn effective resume crafting, the importance of follow-ups, and strategic networking to stand out and secure your next role.

By Juliet Fornari • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Aug 2019
DXC Technology & Autism NZ help autistic Kiwis into the workforce
Cybersecurity

DXC Technology & Autism NZ help autistic Kiwis into the workforce

DXC Technology and Autism New Zealand's new Enterprise Centre in Wellington will support autistic Kiwis in securing high-skilled jobs across various industries.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 2nd Aug 2019
Microsoft survey shows strong IoT adoption amongst enterprises
Internet of Things

Microsoft survey shows strong IoT adoption amongst enterprises

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

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Aug 2019
Talent troubles plague growing MSP market, says Datto
Partner Programmes

Talent troubles plague growing MSP market, says Datto

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

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Jul 2019
McAfee: Channel opportunities in cybersecurity-as-a-service
Software-as-a-Service

McAfee: Channel opportunities in cybersecurity-as-a-service

As organisations face a rise in cyber threats yet struggle with manpower, McAfee highlights the booming demand and potential in cybersecurity-as-a-service.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Jul 2019
Looking to land your dream job? Build your soft skills, says Hays
Social Media

Looking to land your dream job? Build your soft skills, says Hays

According to Hays latest Salary Guide, soft skills could be the differentiator between a successful or failed job search.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2019
Increasing talent shortage in ANZ cybersecurity market
Cybersecurity

Increasing talent shortage in ANZ cybersecurity market

As cybersecurity threats grow, ANZ faces a critical talent shortage, with 61% finding it difficult to recruit skilled professionals, Hays reports.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2019
Why education is the primary solution to Australia's IT skills shortage
Accenture

Why education is the primary solution to Australia's IT skills shortage

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

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 31st May 2019
Why ANZ organisations are seeing a decline in digital transformation - IDC
Digital Transformation

Why ANZ organisations are seeing a decline in digital transformation - IDC

Over 70% of ANZ organisations are investing in technology for innovation and workspace modernisation, but struggle to attract and retain talent.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 29th May 2019
Are AI assistants teaching girls to be servants?
Unified Communications

Are AI assistants teaching girls to be servants?

AI assistants with female voices reinforce harmful gender stereotypes, according to a UN study. Biases in tech could widen the digital skills gap for women.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2019
Australia needs 35,000 skilled IT experts to fuel DX initiatives
Data Analytics

Australia needs 35,000 skilled IT experts to fuel DX initiatives

Australia is crying out for at least 35,000 skilled IT experts who will be desperately needed to serve organisations large and small this year.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 13th May 2019

Stories from Other Regions

Victoria University partners with Cisco to open Cybersecurity Training Centre
EduTech

Victoria University partners with Cisco to open Cybersecurity Training Centre

Victoria University has teamed with Cisco to launch a Cybersecurity Training Centre in Melbourne's West, aiming to bridge Australia's critical skills gap.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Aug 2019
Northland to get new school specialising in tech skills
EduTech

Northland to get new school specialising in tech skills

A new tech-focused tertiary school in Whangarei aims to address Northland's tech skills shortage, offering software development and design programmes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Aug 2019
Lack of digital talent in Australia, report finds
Cloud Services

Lack of digital talent in Australia, report finds

Digital talent shortage is the biggest problem facing Australian companies, according to a report by ntegrity.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 6th Aug 2019
Why 49% of employers aim to increase headcount – Hays
Unified Communications

Why 49% of employers aim to increase headcount – Hays

Technical skills have the highest impact on NZ organizations, with civil engineers and salespeople in high demand, according to Hays.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2019
True diversity and inclusion can solve Australia's tech talent shortage - Halcyon Knights
Skills shortage

True diversity and inclusion can solve Australia's tech talent shortage - Halcyon Knights

Australian tech industry faces a shortage of 200k skilled workers, warns Halcyon Knights; diversity and inclusion policies need reevaluation.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2019
IT spread in organisations good for business, bad for security
Quantum Computing

IT spread in organisations good for business, bad for security

Tech spend outside IT department creates opportunities, but increases security and consumer trust risks, finds world's largest tech leadership survey.

By Ben Moore • 5 min read • Fri, 14th Jun 2019
NZ's education sector must move fast to support edtech
EdTech

NZ's education sector must move fast to support edtech

New Zealand's education sector needs to face up to automation and the way it will affect people's jobs in years to come – and it needs to move quickly to do so.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Jun 2019