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

Mon, 24th Jan 2022
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APIs already power most of our favourite web-based applications, and will only become more important into the future.
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Cybersecurity automation: differing priorities show need for better C-Suite awareness of benefits

Fri, 21st Jan 2022
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2022 will be the year of automation, as IT professionals consider career alternatives and cybersecurity automation becomes crucial.
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Pure Storage's six essential technology trends to watch in 2022

Wed, 19th Jan 2022
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While COVID-19 marked 2020 and 2021, 2022 is set to be a year of recovery with organisations settling into new ways of working.
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New predictions by Brainly say AI and interactive learning still vital in classrooms of 2022

Fri, 14th Jan 2022
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AI. will continue to play a vital role in classrooms around the world this year, according to predictions by EdTech provider Brainly.
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The state of the SOC: skills shortages, automation and gaining context remain a challenge for SOCs

Mon, 10th Jan 2022
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The security operations centre (SOC) has been on the front line facing the pandemic-induced escalation of cybersecurity threats in the past eighteen months.
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4 out of 5 organisations to significantly increase cybersecurity budgets in 2022

Wed, 22nd Dec 2021
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Four in five organizations are increasing cybersecurity budgets for 2022, with half citing the cyber skills gap as a significant challenge.
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Globalization Partners launches global recruitment platform

Thu, 16th Dec 2021
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The platform will leverage the company's recruitment partner network in an effort to provide organisations with a global talent pool.
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Study: Online learning helping reduce the gender gap in STEM and digital skills in Australia

Thu, 16th Dec 2021
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Online learning is reducing the gender gap in STEM and digital skills in Australia, according to a new study by Coursera.
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Fujitsu addresses massive skills shortages with Global Strategic Partner Academy program

Tue, 14th Dec 2021
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Fujitsu launches Global Strategic Partner Academy to address critical skills shortages in the global IT industry.
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Asuria and Junior Engineers address 'pressing issue' of cybersecurity skills shortage

Fri, 26th Nov 2021
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Asuria and Junior Engineers have teamed up to tackle Australia's cybersecurity skills shortage through specially tailored traineeships.
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Barhead and Microsoft partner for graduate program to meet growing demand

Wed, 24th Nov 2021
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Specialist consulting firm Barhead has teamed up with Microsoft to meet the growing demand for consultants versed in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform.
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Building a robust digital talent model by upskilling, reskilling and hiring for hybrid jobs

Mon, 22nd Nov 2021
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In the wake of declining international students and a shortage of locals taking up tech-related qualifications, Australia is facing an industry talent drought.
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Skills shortage in data centre sector drives move to the cloud

Fri, 19th Nov 2021
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Data center operators in the Asia Pacific region will increasingly migrate to the cloud due to a shortage of skilled workers impacting capacity building.
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Australian financial execs prime for growth, but skill shortage an unwelcome barrier - BlackLine report

Thu, 18th Nov 2021
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One in three Aussie CFOs believe the finance function can support growth their organisation needs, BlackLine survey shows.
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Skillsoft finds IT salaries rose 10% in APAC during 2021

Mon, 15th Nov 2021
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Skillsoft has released its latest annual report exploring skills gaps, training and development, compensation, and job satisfaction in the IT industry.
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Digital transformation in ANZ hindered by lack of skills support

Thu, 11th Nov 2021
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Digital skills development support for higher education faculties in Australia and New Zealand is lacking, according to research by D2L.
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Gartner: eCommerce will soon be the most important sales channel

Fri, 5th Nov 2021
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eCommerce will be essential for organisations in the near future, with 86% of marketing leaders agreeing on its importance, according to Gartner.
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Why Australia must fill the technology skills gap to remain competitive

Fri, 29th Oct 2021
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As more organisations accelerate digital transformation, the technology skills gap continues to widen — impacting Australia's ability to compete globally.
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COVID-19 has led to a surge in employees looking to change jobs or upskill

Wed, 27th Oct 2021
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People turn to robots for career support after feeling lonely and disconnected during the pandemic, says Oracle study.
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Skills and materials shortages causing delays, increasing costs for data centres

Fri, 22nd Oct 2021
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The challenge for the industry is how to deliver investment against a backdrop of rising material and labour costs as well as a critical decarbonisation agenda.