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Female leaders are better employers than male counterparts - AUT study
Auckland University of Technology

Female leaders are better employers than male counterparts - AUT study

Female leaders have a more positive impact on employees' wellbeing, according to a survey of New Zealand workers.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 25th May 2020
Pega strives to rid AI-based CX systems of discrimination
Customer Relationship Management

Pega strives to rid AI-based CX systems of discrimination

The check is designed to flag possible discriminatory messages created by AI before those messages reach the customer.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 21st May 2020
InterTech AU to run mentorship program for LGBTQI+ tech workers
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

InterTech AU to run mentorship program for LGBTQI+ tech workers

InterTech launches support program for LGBTQI+ employees in Australia's tech industry, encouraging mentorship.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 13th May 2020
Yes, women do want to work in tech, says industry study
Recruitment

Yes, women do want to work in tech, says industry study

Women are unlikely to apply for a position unless they meet 100% of the stated requirements, while men will often apply if they meet 60% of these.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 11th May 2020
Australia leads AI adoption but struggles to tackle bigger issues
Artificial Intelligence

Australia leads AI adoption but struggles to tackle bigger issues

Australia is leading in AI adoption and investment, yet a new report reveals it struggles with AI bias, privacy, and providing adequate training.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 4th May 2020
University of Auckland takes top spot in sustainability rankings
Supply Chain

University of Auckland takes top spot in sustainability rankings

The University of Auckland tops the Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings for sustainability, excelling in key UN Sustainable Development Goals.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Apr 2020
How Epson makes CSR more than a buzzword
Printing

How Epson makes CSR more than a buzzword

After being named in the FTSE4Good Index yet again, the company has outlined how it makes social responsibility a core tenant of its vision.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2020
Women highlight benefits & challenges of working in tech
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Women highlight benefits & challenges of working in tech

Flexible working, equal pay, and mentorship are key to attracting women to careers in technology, according to a survey by cybersecurity firm Specops Software.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2020
Nuclear sector encourages diversity & emerging tech
AR, VR & Metaverse

Nuclear sector encourages diversity & emerging tech

Sydney hosted over 300 delegates last month advocating for diversity and cutting-edge tech in the nuclear sector, spotlighting peaceful nuclear applications.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Apr 2020
SAS named as one of Asia's Best Workplaces for 2020
Workplace

SAS named as one of Asia's Best Workplaces for 2020

The award recognises SAS' corporate culture through means such as creativity, inclusivity, innovation, and work/life balance, and the impact on employees.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Apr 2020
Broadcast tech diversity firm Rise expands to Asia Pacific
Broadcasting

Broadcast tech diversity firm Rise expands to Asia Pacific

Rise, a UK-based organisation promoting gender diversity within the broadcast technology sector, is expanding to Asia Pacific and North America.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Mar 2020
2020 Hong Kong LGBT+ Inclusion Awards finalists announced
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

2020 Hong Kong LGBT+ Inclusion Awards finalists announced

The Awards, which were established in 2015, recognise Hong Kong business' efforts to promote LGBT+ equality and inclusion.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Mar 2020
VMware ANZ up for Women Leading Tech award
Virtualisation

VMware ANZ up for Women Leading Tech award

The Awards celebrate women's achievement in the tech industry, and aims to ensure that women are part of history, not forgotten.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Mar 2020
Twitter aims to be 'world's most diverse & inclusive tech company'
Hashtag

Twitter aims to be 'world's most diverse & inclusive tech company'

Twitter aims to be the world's most diverse and inclusive tech company by setting ambitious diversity targets and implementing an inclusive hiring program.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Mar 2020
The few women in the boardroom outpace men for top spots - Diligent Institute report
Careers

The few women in the boardroom outpace men for top spots - Diligent Institute report

Women board members take 6.31 years on average to be elevated to a leadership role, compared to 8.02 years for men.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Mar 2020
Eliminating gender bias in cybersecurity could grow industry by the billions
Cybersecurity

Eliminating gender bias in cybersecurity could grow industry by the billions

Solving gender bias in cybersecurity could add USD $43.1 billion in the US and GBP £17 billion in the UK, reports Tessian.

By Nick Forrester • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Mar 2020
IWD 2020 interview: Boomi's Tania Mushtaq
International Women's Day

IWD 2020 interview: Boomi's Tania Mushtaq

Boomi's Tania Mushtaq discusses the tech industry's need to foster inclusivity and create a deliberate framework to attract and encourage women leaders.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Mar 2020

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Avanade Australia receives gender equality citation
Avanade

Avanade Australia receives gender equality citation

Avanade Australia says it is committed to promoting gender equality at the workplace and helping employees feel inspired, confident and cared for.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Mar 2020