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Opinion stories

IWD 2023: Why women aren't putting their hands up for boards positions
Leadership

IWD 2023: Why women aren't putting their hands up for boards positions

In 2023, we still have less than 35% of women on boards in Australia. It seems that glass ceilings still exist, even on boards.

By Lauren Ryder • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Beyond shipping - Empowering diversity in logistics
Supply Chain

IWD 2023: Beyond shipping - Empowering diversity in logistics

While it might seem like an out-of-the-box career choice, the reality is that the sector is so much more than just sending parcels.

By Laura Hill • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Starlight's CEO celebrates 20 year milestone
Health Technologies

IWD 2023: Starlight's CEO celebrates 20 year milestone

Louise Baxter, CEO of Starlight Children's Foundation, reflects on its long-term impact and growth as she celebrates 20 years with the company.

By Louise Baxter • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

Global Stories

Opinion stories

IWD 2023: There's opportunity for women in cyber if you're bold enough to seize it
Cybersecurity

IWD 2023: There's opportunity for women in cyber if you're bold enough to seize it

Having pivoted into cybersecurity over the past one and a half years, I can say with certainty that this growing industry holds so many prospects for women.

By Megha Koli • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Can AI help to address gender bias in technology?
Marketing Technologies

IWD 2023: Can AI help to address gender bias in technology?

There's a lot of buzz about ChatGPT right now. I've been testing out the technology and wondering where this innovation will take us.

By Melanie King • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Empowering women in technology - Building a culture of inclusivity
International Women's Day

IWD 2023: Empowering women in technology - Building a culture of inclusivity

Having people with diverse backgrounds is a critical factor in being able to see the transformations needed in our fast-changing world.

By Jen Taylor • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: The reality of 'cracking the code' within a male-dominated industry
Leadership

IWD 2023: The reality of 'cracking the code' within a male-dominated industry

Cracking the code: Innovation and tech key to breaking down barriers for women this International Women's Day.

By Jane Morrell • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Growing and leading high-performing teams during times of rapid change
Leadership

IWD 2023: Growing and leading high-performing teams during times of rapid change

Now more than ever, leaders must ensure they are supporting their teams to learn and adopt digital technologies that can make our lives and our work better.

By Ljubica Radoicic • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Cracking the code for creativity as a female software developer
Software Development

IWD 2023: Cracking the code for creativity as a female software developer

Female software developer shares her experience and highlights the creativity and variety of career paths in the male-dominated industry. #WomenInTech.

By Sarvenaz Vaziri • 6 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Listen, learn and lean in to improve equity
International Women's Day

IWD 2023: Listen, learn and lean in to improve equity

Gender equity, diversity, and inclusion are crucial in the workplace. Listening to every voice is the fundamental first step in promoting sustainable change.

By Tarsha McCormick • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: The five elements that ensure women in tech reach their full potential
Careers

IWD 2023: The five elements that ensure women in tech reach their full potential

Promoting gender diversity in technology: role models, talent development, personalisation, networking, and career ownership.

By Kristin Hays • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: How men can, and should, support women in tech
International Women's Day

IWD 2023: How men can, and should, support women in tech

Advocating for women and helping to bridge the gender gap in tech is not something done on the side. Instead, it must become a mindset.

By Anais Urlichs • 7 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Embracing equity - The importance of allyship for women in technology
International Women's Day

IWD 2023: Embracing equity - The importance of allyship for women in technology

Celebrate International Women's Day with PayPal as they champion gender equality and advocate for women in the tech industry and beyond.

By Daniela Fernandez • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Bolstering diversity in the tech industry
ASUS

IWD 2023: Bolstering diversity in the tech industry

Growing numbers of women are playing a significant role in the creation and utilization of technology, helping to advance the industry.

By Emma Ou • 6 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Refocusing cybersecurity's gender lens to defend the digital realm
Cybersecurity

IWD 2023: Refocusing cybersecurity's gender lens to defend the digital realm

Cybersecurity is one of the remaining bastions where men continue to outnumber women, hindering diversity and representation.

By Charlie Hales • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Opinion stories

The progressive evolution of the eCommerce experience
Customer Experience

The progressive evolution of the eCommerce experience

Shopping is not solely the purchase of a good but involves an attachment to the product, a secret weapon for the informed retailer armed with shoppable video.

By Claire McHugh • 5 min read • Tue, 7th Mar 2023
Save costs and gain efficiency with workflow automation for your CMMS
Robotic Process Automation

Save costs and gain efficiency with workflow automation for your CMMS

Workflow automation eliminates the need for humans to perform repetitive, non-revenue-generating tasks that can easily be automated.

By Prabhu Ramachandran • 5 min read • Tue, 7th Mar 2023