Employment stories - Page 1
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Skills-based hiring trends grow stronger in tech sector
4 days ago
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testgorilla
As skills shortages plague the tech sector, 88% of firms now prefer skills-based hiring, up from the 81% average in other industries, reveals TestGorilla.
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ACS Victoria launches workshop for skilled migrant spouses
5 days ago
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skills gap
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acs
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industry experts
The Australian Computer Society's new workshop series in Victoria aims to help skilled migrant spouses navigate the local ICT job market, addressing employment challenges.
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Poor hiring practices impact Australian jobseekers
This month
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Research reveals 25% of Australian office job seekers declined offers due to poor application processes, highlighting major recruitment inefficiencies.
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Māori tech enterprises see growth but face workforce challenges
This month
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nztech
The 2024 Toi Hangarau report reveals Māori-owned tech firms have generated USD $160.5 million, spotlighting Māori tech engagement challenges.
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Learnosity launches AI Labs, creating 20 new tech roles
Last month
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edtech
Learnosity launches AI Labs, creating 20 new R&D roles for driving AI innovation in edtech; CEO Cooney pledges to democratise advanced technology for educators.
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SEEK unveils Southeast Asia's hiring & stress report 2024
Last month
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SEEK's 2024 report has revealed high stress in Southeast Asia's job market, with Singapore taking the lead.
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New survey reveals mixed feelings on AI in Asia Pacific
Last month
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The Ipsos survey has revealed a stark divide in AI sentiment across the Asia Pacific, with high enthusiasm in China but notable scepticism in New Zealand.
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Google invests USD $5 billion in data centre expansion in Singapore
Last month
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Google completes USD $5 billion data centre expansion in Singapore, bolstering the city's position as a regional tech hub and supporting AI-driven economic growth.
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Ashdown Group releases 2024 IT salary guide amid economic shifts
Fri, 24th May 2024
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The Ashdown Group's 2024 IT Salary Guide reveals a 27% drop in job posts amid economic slowdown, but optimism rises with potential Bank of England rate cuts.
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Insight ranked among UK's Best Workplaces for Development 2024
Fri, 24th May 2024
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leadership
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hamilton
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employment
Insight Enterprises has been named one of the UK's Best Workplaces for Development for 2024, securing 31st place for super-large organisations.
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Ciena study reveals rising optimism among CSPs towards AI
Fri, 24th May 2024
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edutech
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private cloud
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hybrid cloud
Ciena's new study reveals a surge in AI optimism among global CSPs, predicting enhanced operational efficiency, job growth, and monetisation prospects.
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SuperTech unveils roadmap to boost West Midlands economy
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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SuperTech, the UK’s first ProfTech supercluster, reveals a Research and Innovation Roadmap to boost Birmingham's economy, aiming to create 4,600 jobs and add £1.5bn.
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Lack of training hindering career progression, study reveals
Fri, 17th May 2024
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it training
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e-learning
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leadership
Poor management and lack of development opportunities hinder career progression, with workers feeling undervalued and young employees considering leaving.
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Widespread unpaid overtime & mental health taking its toll
Thu, 16th May 2024
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mental health
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employment
A new survey reveals 84% of UK workers feel compelled to work overtime, averaging an extra 23 hours monthly, impacting health and personal lives.
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Guidewire study reveals customer attitudes to AI in insurance
Wed, 15th May 2024
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digital transformation
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insurance
Guidewire's latest study reveals varied customer opinions on the insurance industry, highlighting the impact of personal experiences, tech advances, and diversity.
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India crucial component of SAS global operations – Harris
Fri, 10th May 2024
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sas
India plays a pivotal strategic role within SAS's global operations, according to SAS Chief Technology Officer Bryan Harris.
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IT visibility gap threatens job satisfaction, research reveals
Fri, 10th May 2024
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ai
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cisco
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developers
Cisco's research reveals a significant visibility gap in IT infrastructure worldwide, causing developer strain and risking application downtime.
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Peckham's digital skills boost for black & ethnic minorities
Fri, 3rd May 2024
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digital transformation
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martech
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ai
The Institute of Coding, UAL, UK Black Tech, and the London Borough of Southwark unite to advance digital training for minority communities.
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Aussie businesses lag in AI adoption compared to APAC peers
Thu, 2nd May 2024
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ai
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employment
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ai adoption
Australian businesses are trailing behind Asia-Pacific counterparts in AI adoption, with 33% having no AI usage or plans to implement.
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Employment report reveals 2024 forecasts & anxieties
Wed, 1st May 2024
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recruitment
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employment
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work-life balance
People2people Recruitment's latest report presents business growth predictions, employment preferences, and worker anxieties for 2024.