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APAC software market set to grow by more than 10% in 2024
Customer Experience

APAC software market set to grow by more than 10% in 2024

The APAC software industry is projected to grow by 10.3% in 2024, with major investments in cloud, security, and IT finance management, says Forrester.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
NTT DATA appoints David McKeering as CEO for ANZ operations
Digital Transformation

NTT DATA appoints David McKeering as CEO for ANZ operations

NTT DATA has appointed David McKeering as CEO for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to boost regional growth after a merger valued at over USD $30 billion.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
UK urgently needs tech skills upgrade to compete globally
Artificial Intelligence

UK urgently needs tech skills upgrade to compete globally

The UK plummeted to 45th globally for technology and business skills, trailing behind Germany, France, and Spain, despite a GBP £3.5 billion governmental push.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2024
AI talent in US & European banks surges amidst sector layoffs
Artificial Intelligence

AI talent in US & European banks surges amidst sector layoffs

AI talent has grown by 9% in the world's biggest banks over the last six months, led by a recruitment drive towards AI implementation.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024
Sparta Global wins Kings Award for enterprise social mobility efforts
Mobility

Sparta Global wins Kings Award for enterprise social mobility efforts

Sparta Global, a London tech firm championing social mobility, has been honoured with the Kings Award for Enterprise, recognised amongst eight companies for its impactful social mobility programme.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 9th May 2024
Avani Prabhakar promoted to Chief People Officer at Atlassian
Atlassian

Avani Prabhakar promoted to Chief People Officer at Atlassian

Amid global growth, software giant Atlassian elevates Avani Prabhakar to the role of Chief People Officer, strengthening their commitment to diversity, equity, and business transformation.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 8th May 2024
Data democratisation is a balance between empowerment and best practice
EduTech

Data democratisation is a balance between empowerment and best practice

Data Democratisation offers the potential for self-service solutions, but risks of misuse call for a careful balance between user empowerment and proper data management practices.

By Michael Ogilvie • 5 min read • Fri, 3rd May 2024
Topia & Jobbatical partner to revolutionise global talent mobility
Artificial Intelligence

Topia & Jobbatical partner to revolutionise global talent mobility

Topia and Jobbatical unite to streamline international work relocations, revolutionising global talent mobility with tech-enabled visa and relocation services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Apr 2024
Sapia Labs presents 'revolutionary' AI research at SIOP conference
Unified Communications

Sapia Labs presents 'revolutionary' AI research at SIOP conference

At the upcoming SIOP conference, Sapia Labs will present four innovative research pieces on how AI and chat interview technology can revolutionise hiring practices.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Apr 2024
IBM research: 42% of companies adopt AI, success hinges on workforce trust
EduTech

IBM research: 42% of companies adopt AI, success hinges on workforce trust

New IBM research shows 42% of businesses have deployed AI, with success hinging on workforce trust and acceptance, according to Bartek Roszak, Head of AI at STX Next.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024
ServiceNow acquires 4Industry & EY's app to boost smart industrial workflow
Digital Transformation

ServiceNow acquires 4Industry & EY's app to boost smart industrial workflow

ServiceNow acquires 4Industry and EY's Smart Daily Management application to boost its operational technology capabilities, promoting efficiency and heightening experiences for connected workers.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Mar 2024
EdTech set to transform education across Asia, says UNESCO
EduTech

EdTech set to transform education across Asia, says UNESCO

HP and Cambridge launch fellowship to empower Asian education leaders to strategically utilise EdTech, addressing key educational challenges and improving access, relevance, and quality.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Investing in women in tech IS the accelerator for progress
International Women's Day

IWD 2024: Investing in women in tech IS the accelerator for progress

The push for increased investment in women in tech seeks to bridge the gap between girls'interest in STEM and female representation in the tech sector.

By Alyssa King • 6 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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London firms inspire sixth formers to consider data centre careers
Hyperscale

London firms inspire sixth formers to consider data centre careers

VIRTUS Data Centres and HireHigher have hosted an event, stimulating London sixth form students to contemplate careers in the data centre industry, showcasing a range of roles and their crucial contributions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024
Talenza unveils Tranzformd & the Transformation Group in Australia
Digital Transformation

Talenza unveils Tranzformd & the Transformation Group in Australia

Talenza inaugurates Tranzformd and the Transformation Group for a new trajectory in Australian enterprise, merging talent, tech and strategy for effective business transformations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Apr 2024
UK's talent shortage inspires innovative workforce solutions
Human Capital Management

UK's talent shortage inspires innovative workforce solutions

With approximately 9.25m individuals aged 16-64 out of the UK's workforce, businesses face a monumental talent deficit, driving companies to innovate in order to attract skilled employees.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Mar 2024
CIISec's CyberEPQ gains CyberFirst recognition from NCSC
Encryption

CIISec's CyberEPQ gains CyberFirst recognition from NCSC

The CyberEPQ by CIISec has earned CyberFirst brand recognition from the NCSC, marking it a high-quality cybersecurity course and opening it to a wider talent pool.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Mar 2024