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Needs, challenges, opportunities: HP study delves into the world of creatives

Thu, 19th Dec 2019
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HP's new study reveals 80% of Australian creatives worry about staying relevant, while 92% feel the need to upskill to stay competitive globally.
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Hays: Jobseekers must 'self-disrupt' their career in 2020

Thu, 5th Dec 2019
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Jobseekers must take calculated risks, avoid raising salary talks too early, and highlight transferrable skills in 2020, says recruitment firm Hays.
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Interview: Microsoft's Diana Kelley talks talent gaps and D&I

Wed, 27th Nov 2019
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Microsoft's Diana Kelley discusses bridging the cybersecurity skills gap, focusing on reskilling and how diversity and inclusion shape roles in technology.
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Threat alerts in Australia on the rise but majority are fake - Cisco

Tue, 12th Nov 2019
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Cyber threats in Australia are increasingly common, but most alerts are false, reveals Cisco's 2019 study. Data breaches cost Aussie firms over USD $1 million.
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Cisco: leaders ready for networks to evolve with AI

Wed, 30th Oct 2019
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47% of SD-WAN owners plan to have an AI-optimised WAN in two years and 35% believe their networks will be fully intent-based in two years' time.
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Aussie CFOs most resistant to new tech, says research

Thu, 24th Oct 2019
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Research by Robert Half reveals Australian CFOs are the most resistant to adopting new technologies, citing insufficient training and resistance to change.
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Upskill your workforce to boost cybersecurity

Mon, 21st Oct 2019
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Digital shift means cyber skills are vital for all firms, not just tech, as threats loom large on the corporate horizon.
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Mercy Ships: Bringing hope and healing to developing nations

Mon, 30th Sep 2019
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Mercy Ships, known for medical aid in developing nations, now seeks IT volunteers to support their floating hospital, Africa Mercy, in West Africa.
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Asia Pacific financial services firms embrace AI's benefits

Thu, 26th Sep 2019
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Asia Pacific financial services firms are accelerating AI adoption for growth, with 52% already leveraging AI, outpacing other sectors, says a Microsoft study.
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Lack of investment in talent biggest barrier to martech adoption - Adobe

Wed, 18th Sep 2019
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Adobe's latest report reveals over 75% of NZ businesses lack adequate MarTech capabilities due to insufficient investment in talent and appropriate training.
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AU firms can't provide uninterrupted access to data & services

Tue, 10th Sep 2019
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80% of local organisations admit that they're unable to meet demands – leading to more than $16.4 million in losses every year.
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Ditch the certificate, it's all about practical skills in the world of data

Tue, 10th Sep 2019
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A major survey by Qlik reveals practical skills trump degrees in data science, highlighting vast career opportunities for data-literate individuals.
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IDC: Commercial sector will lead ICT spending to $4.8 trillion in 2023

Fri, 16th Aug 2019
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Despite global uncertainty and trade wars, IDC forecasts ICT spending to hit USD $4.8 trillion by 2023, led by the commercial sector with a 5.1% CAGR.
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Adobe Advertising Ambassador program launches in Australia

Fri, 2nd Aug 2019
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The program aims to lead transformation of digital experiences in the Australian market for selected Australian partners, with a wider rollout to follow.
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Implementing AI with the team you have - DataRobot

Wed, 24th Jul 2019
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AI isn't just for data scientists. DataRobot shows how automated machine learning can empower all employees to become citizen data scientists.
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Are we unprepared for the jobs of the future?

Tue, 9th Jul 2019
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Employees in the Asia Pacific region are concerned their employers won't support their future job requirements, according to a report by Skillsoft.
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Increasing talent shortage in ANZ cybersecurity market

Thu, 4th Jul 2019
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As cybersecurity threats grow, ANZ faces a critical talent shortage, with 61% finding it difficult to recruit skilled professionals, Hays reports.
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Veeam study outlines 'four Cs' of business intelligence

Thu, 13th Jun 2019
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Businesses are losing at least US$20 million every year because they can't meet users' demands for uninterrupted access to data and applications.
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How digital transformation will increase revenue for the Australian construction industry

Wed, 15th May 2019
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Procore Technologies and ACA Research have released a report on technology usage and skills in the Australian construction industry.
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One-third of ANZ business looking to hire security-specific skills - CompTIA

Fri, 10th May 2019
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A range of skills is needed to secure modern infrastructure, respond to incoming threats, and ensure proper operations.