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University of Waikato scores 'InfoSec milestone' as NZ's first (ISC)² training provider

Tue, 6th Mar 2018
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(ISC)² certifies University of Waikato as first official New Zealand cybersecurity education training provider.
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The insiders' tips to recruiting top cloud expertise

Mon, 5th Mar 2018
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For those new to cloud, training is about building a shared capability for the business, not just one skilled person.
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Where are all the women in tech? Survey finds answer

Fri, 2nd Mar 2018
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Gender equality is something the tech industry has always struggled with despite offering bright career and pay prospects.
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What NZ's public sector can learn from the Horowhenua District Council

Mon, 12th Feb 2018
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digital transformation
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By developing an online portal that enables self-service for council interactions, Horowhenua becomes a more desirable place for businesses.
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IT skills gap a 'roadblock' to digital transformation – 4 steps to overcome it

Sat, 3rd Feb 2018
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A number of studies have proven there is a significant skills shortage in AU which is holding back digital transformation - Y Soft have the answers.
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Recruitment expert's top tips for hiring the right talent for your organisation

Thu, 25th Jan 2018
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flexible work
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Desire for flexibility and varied work has given rise to the 'portfolio career': where professionals position themselves as freelancers.
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New IT training initiative targeting 1m people launched by World Economic Forum

Thu, 25th Jan 2018
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The Initiative has the goal of sorting the global skills gap and addressing job displacement arising from automation - with a number of big partners.
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Apple to pump up data center spending by $10 billion

Thu, 18th Jan 2018
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Apple expects to invest over $30 billion in capital expenditures in the US over the next five years and create over 20,000 new jobs.
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Why IT managers don't have to be found in the IT department

Fri, 12th Jan 2018
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workforce technology
IT managers aren't just found in IT departments anymore. Arts majors bring valuable soft skills, redefining the pathway into the tech industry.
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Challenges in financing, talent retention shaping SMBs in 2018

Thu, 11th Jan 2018
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An IDC report revealed that reducing costs, gaining operational efficiency, and improving productivity are the top business priorities for SMBs.
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Exclusive interview: Oracle on winning the cybersecurity war

Mon, 4th Dec 2017
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Rohit Gupta, Oracle VP of cybersecurity talks about how automation is playing a key role in cybersecurity strategies.
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In depth: McAfee on thought leadership, women in security and the skills shortage

Mon, 4th Dec 2017
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McAfee's vice president & chief technical strategist Candace Worley speaks about the rich world of security & how it's changing for women in tech.
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Trend Micro pledges commitment to bridging cybersecurity skills gap

Tue, 21st Nov 2017
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Trend Micro says it wants to foster critical skill development to fill the shortage of cybersecurity professionals around the world.
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Huawei NZ upskills Kiwi students in ICT to tackle skills shortage

Thu, 19th Oct 2017
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huawei
10 students from three leading New Zealand universities have won places on a two-week ICT training course in China.
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SMBs in regions showing steady growth – MYOB

Tue, 10th Oct 2017
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44% of operators in Waikato and the Bay of Plenty saw their revenue improve in the last 12 months, with similar levels of growth seen in Southland.
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Dimension Data, Deakin Uni & Vic Govt work with industry to boost Australia's cyber skills

Thu, 5th Oct 2017
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deakin university
Students can choose to take a 12-week internship at ANZ, Deakin, Dimension Data or the NAB after they have completed their studies.
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Degree no longer mandatory with tech opportunities - NZTech

Wed, 27th Sep 2017
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tertiary education
New Zealand could see a 204% increase in GDP by matching Finland's education outcomes, says NZTech CEO Graeme Muller.
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Survey shows global skills shortage threatening development of IoT

Fri, 1st Sep 2017
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The world has a significant Internet of Things (IoT) skills shortage with 76 percent of organisations reporting needing additional expert staff.
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Could 'Mr. Robot' help solve the cybersecurity skills shortage crisis?

Thu, 31st Aug 2017
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The infamous Mr. Robot garnered the equivalent of a cult following & we've seen blockbusters like 'Black Hat' give cyber security Hollywood treatment.
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LookSee expanding beyond Wgtn to address NZ tech talent shortage

Fri, 25th Aug 2017
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wreda
WREDA is in discussion with economic development agencies in Christchurch and Auckland in relation to expanding the talent attraction programme.