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ACS encourages federal leaders to think bigger around tech jobs
Quantum Computing

ACS encourages federal leaders to think bigger around tech jobs

Australian tech industry targets aren't ambitious enough, says ACS, calling for greater visionary thinking from leaders.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Mar 2022
ADAPT reveals top CIO priorities during ongoing skills shortage
Skills shortage

ADAPT reveals top CIO priorities during ongoing skills shortage

Australia is experiencing a shift in focus as the skills shortage forces CIOs to prioritise talent acquisition and retention over technology initiatives.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 2nd Mar 2022

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Skills shortage stories

Salesforce insights show 83% of Aussies digitally unequipped
EduTech

Salesforce insights show 83% of Aussies digitally unequipped

Salesforce report reveals that 83% of Australians don't feel prepared for the digital skills required by modern businesses.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Mar 2022
Salesforce to train 400 Kiwis with Mission Ready and TupuToa
EduTech

Salesforce to train 400 Kiwis with Mission Ready and TupuToa

Salesforce commits to training 400 New Zealanders in Salesforce skills to address the country's digital skills crisis.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Mar 2022
Why you should consider a career in artificial intelligence
Artificial Intelligence

Why you should consider a career in artificial intelligence

You don't have to look far to see that AI is on a rapid growth trajectory in Australia, as it's being used in almost every industry.

By Jon Lang • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Mar 2022
IWD 2022: Degreed sees increase in women in tech leadership
EduTech

IWD 2022: Degreed sees increase in women in tech leadership

Degreed has announced the implementation of its Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DIB) program has seen a significant increase in women in leadership roles.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Tue, 8th Mar 2022
Experian report finds data quality linked heavily to business success
Fintech

Experian report finds data quality linked heavily to business success

The Global Data Management Report by Experian found that 75% of businesses that improved data quality in 2021 also exceeded their business objectives.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Feb 2022
How incident responders fight infotech fires
Cloud Services

How incident responders fight infotech fires

Incident responders need a wide range of technical and business skills to effectively tackle cyber threats and protect organisations.

By Katie Teitler • 6 min read • Wed, 16th Feb 2022
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

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Automation on the rise as labour shortage bites
Robotics

Automation on the rise as labour shortage bites

Businesses are turning to automation as record-low unemployment and isolation risks worsen staff shortages and wage pressures across New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 20th Mar 2022
Job ad levels remain at record levels, applications falling
Health Technologies

Job ad levels remain at record levels, applications falling

January and February were record months for job ads on seek.co.nz, yet candidates are hesitant to hit the apply button.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Mar 2022
IWD 2022: MYOB launches DevelopHer programme in New Zealand
Fintech

IWD 2022: MYOB launches DevelopHer programme in New Zealand

In time for International Women's Day, MYOB has launched their highly sought-after DevelopHer programme for the first time in New Zealand.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Mar 2022
Rise of women in trades – will it end skill shortages?
Auckland University

Rise of women in trades – will it end skill shortages?

Women hold just 12% of New Zealand trade jobs, as Competenz warns employers must do more to ease shortages and bias.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 7th Mar 2022
Construction left in the dark amid supply chain risks
Digital Transformation

Construction left in the dark amid supply chain risks

Most construction firms cannot see third-party risks clearly, leaving projects exposed to delays, cost blowouts and compliance failures.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Feb 2022
Highest paying regions revealed
Manufacturing

Highest paying regions revealed

Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Taranaki and Wellington now top the pay table, as median hourly wages climb to NZD $27 across trades and industrial jobs.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 15th Feb 2022
Govt creates roadmap for growth in NZ's tech sector
Software Development

Govt creates roadmap for growth in NZ's tech sector

The digital technology sector is now one of the country's top earners, contributing an estimated $6.6 billion to the economy in 2019.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Feb 2022
Economic development agency launches new app to pair employers with talent
Job Market

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