Skills shortage (Skills gap) stories - Page 14
Gartner anticipates $117.2 billion 2022 Australian IT spend
Thu, 7th Apr 2022
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iaas
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it spending
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inflation
Gartner has projected a total Australian IT spend of AU$117.2 billion in 2022 in its latest forecast, increasing by 13.1% from 2021.
Blockchain Diploma a breakthrough for TAFE
Tue, 5th Apr 2022
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it training
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blockchain
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workforce management
TAFE Queensland has been approved with JobTrainer funding for Australia's first Diploma of Applied Blockchain.
Skillsoft adds new capability to immersive learning platform
Fri, 1st Apr 2022
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uc
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learning
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voip
The capability enables organisations to determine their learners’ proficiency across in-demand technology, leadership and business skills.
Salesforce insights show 83% of Aussies digitally unequipped
Fri, 25th Mar 2022
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
Salesforce report reveals that 83% of Australians don't feel prepared for the digital skills required by modern businesses.
ACS encourages federal leaders to think bigger around tech jobs
Fri, 25th Mar 2022
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quantum computing
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jobs
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careers
Australian tech industry targets aren't ambitious enough, says ACS, calling for greater visionary thinking from leaders.
AWS reports NZ's urgent need for digital skills training
Tue, 22nd Mar 2022
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it training
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hyperscale
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public cloud
One million more New Zealand workers will require digital skills training for their jobs in the next year, according to new research.
Salesforce to train 400 Kiwis with Mission Ready and TupuToa
Fri, 18th Mar 2022
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edutech
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data analytics
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martech
Salesforce commits to training 400 New Zealanders in Salesforce skills to address the country's digital skills crisis.
Job ad levels remain at record levels, applications falling
Tue, 15th Mar 2022
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healthtech
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seek
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recruitment
January and February were record months for job ads on seek.co.nz, yet candidates are hesitant to hit the apply button.
Why you should consider a career in artificial intelligence
Thu, 10th Mar 2022
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ai
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healthtech
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software development
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.
IWD 2022: MYOB launches DevelopHer programme in New Zealand
Tue, 8th Mar 2022
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fintech
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financial systems
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cloud services
In time for International Women's Day, MYOB has launched their highly sought-after DevelopHer programme for the first time in New Zealand.
IWD 2022: Degreed sees increase in women in tech leadership
Tue, 8th Mar 2022
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edutech
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data analytics
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dei
Degreed has announced the implementation of its Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DIB) program has seen a significant increase in women in leadership roles.
ADAPT reveals top CIO priorities during ongoing skills shortage
Wed, 2nd Mar 2022
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skills gap
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adapt
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upskilling
Australia is experiencing a shift in focus as the skills shortage forces CIOs to prioritise talent acquisition and retention over technology initiatives.
Experian report finds data quality linked heavily to business success
Thu, 24th Feb 2022
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fintech
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skills gap
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cost
The Global Data Management Report by Experian found that 75% of businesses that improved data quality in 2021 also exceeded their business objectives.
How incident responders fight infotech fires
Wed, 16th Feb 2022
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cloud services
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hackers
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skills gap
Incident responders need a wide range of technical and business skills to effectively tackle cyber threats and protect organisations.
Govt creates roadmap for growth in NZ's tech sector
Mon, 14th Feb 2022
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software development
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skills gap
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nz government
The digital technology sector is now one of the country’s top earners, contributing an estimated $6.6 billion to the economy in 2019.
Economic development agency launches new app to pair employers with talent
Mon, 14th Feb 2022
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apps
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skills gap
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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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hybrid & remote work
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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.
Digital skills could be the key to a salary boost in Australia
Tue, 8th Feb 2022
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salaries
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it professionals
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skills gap
Digital skills could be a crucial factor in determining a salary boost, according to new RMIT Online research.