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Survey reveals underrepresentation of women in tech sector
ISACA

Survey reveals underrepresentation of women in tech sector

A recent ISACA survey reveals only 41% of businesses focus on hiring women in technology, despite 87% of IT professionals acknowledging a gender diversity gap.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Baseline flexibility won't futureproof tech businesses from fierce competition for talent
Flexible work

Baseline flexibility won't futureproof tech businesses from fierce competition for talent

Amidst a surge in demand for flexible work, 58% of Australian tech companies are losing talent to rivals offering better options, raising competitiveness concerns.

By Nick Martin • 4 min read • Mon, 14th Oct 2024

Global Stories

Talent retention stories

2024 SME barometer reveals spending trends in APAC
Data Analytics

2024 SME barometer reveals spending trends in APAC

Instarem's 2024 SME Spend Barometer reveals evolving spending habits of SMEs in Singapore, Australia and Malaysia amid economic pressures and digital transformation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Why third-party software support is the key to maximising your ERP investments
Financial Systems

Why third-party software support is the key to maximising your ERP investments

In a rapidly changing tech landscape, third-party software support is vital for CIOs to optimise ERP investments and address IT challenges effectively.

By Eric Helmer • 6 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
ANZ HR leaders take more strategic role than APJ counterparts
Artificial Intelligence

ANZ HR leaders take more strategic role than APJ counterparts

A recent study reveals HR leaders in Australia and New Zealand are embracing strategic roles to drive organisational change amid economic challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024
Mike Meyer joins iMasons advisory council for growth
Hyperscale

Mike Meyer joins iMasons advisory council for growth

Infrastructure Masons has appointed Mike Meyer, Managing Director of Portman Partners, to its Advisory Council, enhancing global industry expertise.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024
ServiceNow partners with NVIDIA, Siemens, & others on AI
Marketing Technologies

ServiceNow partners with NVIDIA, Siemens, & others on AI

ServiceNow has unveiled new partnerships with NVIDIA, Siemens, Pearson, and Snowflake to enhance AI capabilities and improve productivity across industries.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024
Productivity cited as top priority for GBS leaders in 2024
Robotic Process Automation

Productivity cited as top priority for GBS leaders in 2024

A new study reveals that 53% of Global Business Services leaders prioritise productivity enhancement in 2024, highlighting its critical role in economic resilience.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024
Study finds tech connectivity drives leadership in business
Supply Chain

Study finds tech connectivity drives leadership in business

TeamViewer's latest research reveals that 33% of businesses with top-tier tech connectivity report industry-leading financial performance, compared to 16% with good connectivity.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
UK firms lag in cybersecurity confidence, study reveals
Supply Chain

UK firms lag in cybersecurity confidence, study reveals

Only 25% of UK businesses perceive themselves as cybersecurity leaders, highlighting tech connectivity's impact on performance and resilience.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
Gartner identifies six transformative technologies for governments
Data Analytics

Gartner identifies six transformative technologies for governments

Gartner's latest Hype Cycle reveals six pivotal technologies set to revolutionise digital government services, including AI code assistants, GenAI, and predictive analytics.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2024
The surprising soft ROI of cloud ERP systems
Unified Communications

The surprising soft ROI of cloud ERP systems

Despite the clear financial benefits of cloud ERP systems, a new study reveals that the softer, less tangible returns may be even more impactful for businesses.

By Annexa • 7 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
Deputy launches Shift Pulse+ to boost worker engagement & insight
Human Capital Management

Deputy launches Shift Pulse+ to boost worker engagement & insight

Deputy boosts HR suite with Shift Pulse+ upgrade, enhancing employee engagement and sentiment insights to tackle staffing and retention challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024

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UK businesses lag in cybersecurity & tech connectivity
EduTech

UK businesses lag in cybersecurity & tech connectivity

Only 25% businesses in the United Kingdom see themselves as cybersecurity leaders, placing the UK last among surveyed countries.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
HeyFlow secures GBP £235,000 from Aer Venture Studios
Storage

HeyFlow secures GBP £235,000 from Aer Venture Studios

HeyFlow has secured GBP £235,000 from Aer Venture Studios to enhance its platform, tackling workplace reproductive health issues and promoting gender inclusion.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
Tackling the financial services talent shortage: Key to driving digital transformation
Data Analytics

Tackling the financial services talent shortage: Key to driving digital transformation

The financial services sector in the UK is grappling with a severe talent shortage, as 160,000 workers need upskilling to drive essential digital transformation.

By Chris Livesey • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2024
NZ businesses shift from survival to growth, says 2degrees study
Productivity

NZ businesses shift from survival to growth, says 2degrees study

A study by 2degrees reveals that New Zealand businesses are shifting from survival to growth, with more firms thriving and optimistic about future revenue.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024