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Westcon-Comstor connects partners to expertise with Bench
Westcon-Comstor

Westcon-Comstor connects partners to expertise with Bench

The new agreement gives Westcon exclusive distribution rights for the Bench platform, which allows partners to gain access to skilled contractors.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Apr 2020

Global Stories

Skills shortage stories

Skills gap, lack of budget, and competing initiatives holding back innovation in ANZ enterprises - report
Hybrid Cloud

Skills gap, lack of budget, and competing initiatives holding back innovation in ANZ enterprises - report

Despite ANZ businesses showing the most confidence in their ability to innovate at a competitive rate, skills gaps continued to hold projects back.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 26th Jun 2020
Fortinet resolves to help communities through new Corporate Foundation
Firewalls

Fortinet resolves to help communities through new Corporate Foundation

Fortinet has launched a foundation to support communities impacted by COVID-19 and enhance its corporate social responsibility initiatives.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 15th Jun 2020
Workplaces mismatching the importance of continous learning
Education, Learning & Training

Workplaces mismatching the importance of continous learning

Employers and employees have fundamentally different perspectives on the importance of upskilling and continuous learning in the workplace.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 18th May 2020
Alteryx launches free data science course, looks to upskill global workforce
Data Analytics

Alteryx launches free data science course, looks to upskill global workforce

Alteryx launches global programme to provide free data training, particularly for those unemployed due to COVID-19.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 12th May 2020
DXC Technology invests in staff enablement programme
Multi-cloud

DXC Technology invests in staff enablement programme

Almost 10,000 DXC employees can train to become certified across multi-cloud platforms including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google, Microsoft, and VMware.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 12th 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
UTS & Institute of Data announce scholarship program
Data Science

UTS & Institute of Data announce scholarship program

But those who are finding themselves on reduced hours or out of work completely may be able to use that time to upskill.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Apr 2020
Pluralsight offers 7,000+ online tech courses free for April
eLearning

Pluralsight offers 7,000+ online tech courses free for April

Pluralsight is offering over 7,000 online tech courses for free during April to encourage upskilling amid COVID-19 lockdowns.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Apr 2020
Nutanix & Udacity launch hybrid cloud nanodegree program
Private Cloud

Nutanix & Udacity launch hybrid cloud nanodegree program

Nutanix and Udacity announce a nanodegree to boost IT professionals' hybrid cloud skills, offering 5000 scholarships for key modern cloud infrastructure topics.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2020
Australia's IT & software sector job market on the rise
Software Development

Australia's IT & software sector job market on the rise

Australia's IT and software sector sees a 17.3% hiring growth spurt amid a decline in other industries due to the COVID-19 pandemic, LinkedIn notes.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2020
Lack of skills holding back digital transformation
DataCentre infrastructure

Lack of skills holding back digital transformation

Lack of people skills is the main obstacle to digital transformation, with 80% of businesses experiencing difficulties, finds new report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2020
CompTIA launches IT workforce planning guide
Health Technologies

CompTIA launches IT workforce planning guide

The free resource, called My IT Path, is designed to provide a personalised and interactive experience for anyone learning about careers in the field.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Mar 2020
Is APAC losing the digital transformation race?
Digital Transformation

Is APAC losing the digital transformation race?

The Asia Pacific region is lagging when it comes to digital transformation efforts, according to a new report from EY.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 18th Mar 2020
The secret to DevOps success? It's in the people
Unified Communications

The secret to DevOps success? It's in the people

DevOps success hinges on human transformation, says the DevOps Institute's latest report, stressing the importance of upskilling and key human skills.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Mar 2020

Stories from Other Regions

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UTS & Institute of Data open virtual industry placement program
Data Science

UTS & Institute of Data open virtual industry placement program

UTS and the Institute of Data have launched a virtual industry placement program to boost skills in cybersecurity and data science amidst rising demand.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 12th May 2020
Educating the next generation: what skills will they need in the future workplace?
Printing

Educating the next generation: what skills will they need in the future workplace?

As technology transforms Australia's workplace, future workers must master soft skills like critical thinking and adaptability to thrive in an AI-driven era.

By Shane Blandford • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2020