Employment stories
Skills-based hiring trends grow stronger in tech sector
4 days ago
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recruitment
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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.
ACS Victoria launches workshop for skilled migrant spouses
5 days ago
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skills gap
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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.
Poor hiring practices impact Australian jobseekers
This month
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hcm
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recruitment
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payroll systems
Research reveals 25% of Australian office job seekers declined offers due to poor application processes, highlighting major recruitment inefficiencies.
Māori tech enterprises see growth but face workforce challenges
This month
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esg
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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.
Learnosity launches AI Labs, creating 20 new tech roles
Last month
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edutech
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ai
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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.
SEEK unveils Southeast Asia's hiring & stress report 2024
Last month
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malaysia
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singapore
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seek
SEEK's 2024 report has revealed high stress in Southeast Asia's job market, with Singapore taking the lead.
New survey reveals mixed feelings on AI in Asia Pacific
Last month
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edutech
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workplace
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
SuperTech unveils roadmap to boost West Midlands economy
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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fintechs
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cleantech
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sustainability
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.
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.
Widespread unpaid overtime & mental health taking its toll
Thu, 16th May 2024
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overtime
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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.
Guidewire study reveals customer attitudes to AI in insurance
Wed, 15th May 2024
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ai
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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.
India crucial component of SAS global operations – Harris
Fri, 10th May 2024
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edutech
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sas
India plays a pivotal strategic role within SAS's global operations, according to SAS Chief Technology Officer Bryan Harris.
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.
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.
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.
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.