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Why AI's breakthrough use case for enterprise is to aid API development
DevOps

Why AI's breakthrough use case for enterprise is to aid API development

APIs already power most of our favourite web-based applications, and will only become more important into the future.

By Vikas Vijendra • 5 min read • Mon, 24th Jan 2022

Global Stories

Skills shortage stories

The perennial quest for data talent and how to find it
Hybrid & Remote Work

The perennial quest for data talent and how to find it

Australia is facing a shortage of talent, particularly in the technology sector and data management, hindering economic growth and competitiveness.

By Frankie Steel • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Feb 2022
Big data projects, cloud migrations, and digital transformation: why it doesn't need to be so hard
Software-as-a-Service

Big data projects, cloud migrations, and digital transformation: why it doesn't need to be so hard

Despite the pandemic, cloud adoption for big data projects still lags behind, with hesitancy and technical challenges hindering progress.

By James Campbell • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Feb 2022
Tata Consultancy Services and DeakinCo. tackle Australia's skills gap with new programs
Robotics

Tata Consultancy Services and DeakinCo. tackle Australia's skills gap with new programs

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has partnered with Deakin University to develop corporate learning programs in emerging technologies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Feb 2022
'Competency is the new currency': Skillsoft survey reveals most popular digital learning topics
eLearning

'Competency is the new currency': Skillsoft survey reveals most popular digital learning topics

Skillsoft's 2021 Annual Learning Report reveals a surge in learning and development, with a 55% rise in learners on its platform.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
Tech salaries on the rise while demand for data analytics, Python and cybersecurity skills remain high
Data Analytics

Tech salaries on the rise while demand for data analytics, Python and cybersecurity skills remain high

Tech salaries are increasing 15-30% on average globally, while the ability to work from home is a non-negotiable for most.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
Global CFO Survey shows technology and skills are key in future proofing finance teams
Data Analytics

Global CFO Survey shows technology and skills are key in future proofing finance teams

Launched in 2015, the CFO Indicator Survey provides insights into the challenges, opportunities and priorities for CFOs worldwide.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Jan 2022
The skills all aspiring IT professionals need in 2022
Hybrid & Remote Work

The skills all aspiring IT professionals need in 2022

IT professionals need to prioritize soft skills, upskilling and certification as the industry rapidly evolves in 2022.

By Jon Lang • 5 min read • Tue, 25th Jan 2022
Australia's DESE's adopts Qlik data analytics in digital transformation
Data Analytics

Australia's DESE's adopts Qlik data analytics in digital transformation

The Department of Education, Skills and Employment in Australia is using Qlik's analytics platform to improve data insights and decision-making.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 25th Jan 2022
Cybersecurity automation: differing priorities show need for better C-Suite awareness of benefits
Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity automation: differing priorities show need for better C-Suite awareness of benefits

2022 will be the year of automation, as IT professionals consider career alternatives and cybersecurity automation becomes crucial.

By Céline Gajnik • 6 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022
Pure Storage's six essential technology trends to watch in 2022
Storage

Pure Storage's six essential technology trends to watch in 2022

While COVID-19 marked 2020 and 2021, 2022 is set to be a year of recovery with organisations settling into new ways of working.

By Mark Jobbins • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Jan 2022
New predictions by Brainly say AI and interactive learning still vital in classrooms of 2022
Artificial Intelligence

New predictions by Brainly say AI and interactive learning still vital in classrooms of 2022

AI. will continue to play a vital role in classrooms around the world this year, according to predictions by EdTech provider Brainly.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Jan 2022
The state of the SOC: skills shortages, automation and gaining context remain a challenge for SOCs
Security Operations Centres

The state of the SOC: skills shortages, automation and gaining context remain a challenge for SOCs

The security operations centre (SOC) has been on the front line facing the pandemic-induced escalation of cybersecurity threats in the past eighteen months.

By Anthony Stitt • 5 min read • Mon, 10th Jan 2022

Stories from Other Regions

Skills shortage stories

Economic development agency launches new app to pair employers with talent
Apps

Economic development agency launches new app to pair employers with talent

Whanganui introduces Talent Connect, a matchmaking app for businesses and professionals, aimed at boosting the local job market.

By RNZ • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Feb 2022
NZ's first year for Diploma in Cyber Security a success
EduTech

NZ's first year for Diploma in Cyber Security a success

In response to the growing demand for skilled cybersecurity specialists, the Ara Institute of Canterbury established the Diploma in Cyber Security.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Feb 2022
NZ tech sector has what it takes to attract international investment - industry boss
Digital Transformation

NZ tech sector has what it takes to attract international investment - industry boss

Tech sector aims to attract international investors as large tech sector investors explore opportunities in New Zealand.

By RNZ • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Jan 2022
Advantage hires new senior cyber security engineer
Hyperscale

Advantage hires new senior cyber security engineer

Advantage has employed the services of Dr Bryce Antony in response to the increasing demand for cybersecurity mitigation strategies.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Jan 2022