Skills shortage (Skills gap) stories - Page 24

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.

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 people skills is the main obstacle to digital transformation, with 80% of businesses experiencing difficulties, finds new report.

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

The Asia Pacific region is lagging when it comes to digital transformation efforts, according to a new report from EY.

DevOps success hinges on human transformation, says the DevOps Institute's latest report, stressing the importance of upskilling and key human skills.

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

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 has signed a deal with New Zealand dairy giant Fonterra to modernise and manage Fonterra’s entire technology infrastructure.

New laws mandate robust data breach reporting, yet underreporting persists. A 2019 survey highlights suppressed cybercrime disclosures, risking unpreparedness.

HP's new study reveals 80% of Australian creatives worry about staying relevant, while 92% feel the need to upskill to stay competitive globally.

Australian businesses face a transformative year ahead with large-scale RPA deployments, severe talent shortages, and a high-profile security breach.

New Horizons Computer Learning Centers is investing in Australia's workforce development to address the country's skills gap and boost growth opportunities.

Microsoft's Diana Kelley discusses bridging the cybersecurity skills gap, focusing on reskilling and how diversity and inclusion shape roles in technology.

As video gaming revenues nearly double over five years, companies brace for heightened competition and rising costs, reveals new EY study.

Cyber threats in Australia are increasingly common, but most alerts are false, reveals Cisco's 2019 study. Data breaches cost Aussie firms over USD $1 million.

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

Young innovators Agam Aharon and Adam Smith take top honours at the Skills Bright Sparks 2019 Awards for their inspiring tech solutions.

A new report reveals that 64% of not-for-profits are dissatisfied with their tech use, citing a significant gap in digital skills and resources.

Research by Robert Half reveals Australian CFOs are the most resistant to adopting new technologies, citing insufficient training and resistance to change.