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IWD 2023: Architecting change to truly embrace equity
International Women's Day

IWD 2023: Architecting change to truly embrace equity

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, closing the global gender gap has increased by a generation from 99.5 years to 135.6 years.

By Tanur Parira • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: A healthier balance - How ICT organisations can improve their gender ratios
Leadership

IWD 2023: A healthier balance - How ICT organisations can improve their gender ratios

In the high-tech space, where I've worked as a people and culture leader for many years, we're still significantly underrepresented.

By Larissa Lefevre • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Thriving as a generalist in the tech industry
IT Industry

IWD 2023: Thriving as a generalist in the tech industry

This year's International Women's Day theme of embracing equity resonates deeply with women in the tech industry, who are thriving despite challenges.

By Anouchka Bee Forey • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
Internet of Things doesn't have to be overwhelming
Smart Cities

Internet of Things doesn't have to be overwhelming

Smart cities, buildings, and utilities face similar challenges in deploying IoT. Open standards and LPWANs, like LoRaWAN, offer cost-effective solutions.

By Donna Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Equity for profit - The benefits of a diverse workforce in the ICT industry
Information Communication & Technology

IWD 2023: Equity for profit - The benefits of a diverse workforce in the ICT industry

The technology industry in ANZ is making progress in embracing equity and diversity, but more needs to be done.

By Libby Macgregor • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: There's opportunity for women in cyber if you're bold enough to seize it
Cybersecurity

IWD 2023: There's opportunity for women in cyber if you're bold enough to seize it

Having pivoted into cybersecurity over the past one and a half years, I can say with certainty that this growing industry holds so many prospects for women.

By Megha Koli • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: The reality of 'cracking the code' within a male-dominated industry
Leadership

IWD 2023: The reality of 'cracking the code' within a male-dominated industry

Cracking the code: Innovation and tech key to breaking down barriers for women this International Women's Day.

By Jane Morrell • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Growing and leading high-performing teams during times of rapid change
Leadership

IWD 2023: Growing and leading high-performing teams during times of rapid change

Now more than ever, leaders must ensure they are supporting their teams to learn and adopt digital technologies that can make our lives and our work better.

By Ljubica Radoicic • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Listen, learn and lean in to improve equity
International Women's Day

IWD 2023: Listen, learn and lean in to improve equity

Gender equity, diversity, and inclusion are crucial in the workplace. Listening to every voice is the fundamental first step in promoting sustainable change.

By Tarsha McCormick • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Embracing equity - The importance of allyship for women in technology
International Women's Day

IWD 2023: Embracing equity - The importance of allyship for women in technology

Celebrate International Women's Day with PayPal as they champion gender equality and advocate for women in the tech industry and beyond.

By Daniela Fernandez • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
How organisations can build a successful hybrid workforce
Human Capital Management

How organisations can build a successful hybrid workforce

Aa hybrid workplace must equally consider the needs of in-person employees and remote employees and set up an arrangement that benefits all.

By Rebecca Moulynox • 4 min read • Tue, 7th Mar 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Opinion stories

IWD 2023: Why women aren't putting their hands up for boards positions
Leadership

IWD 2023: Why women aren't putting their hands up for boards positions

In 2023, we still have less than 35% of women on boards in Australia. It seems that glass ceilings still exist, even on boards.

By Lauren Ryder • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Starlight's CEO celebrates 20 year milestone
Health Technologies

IWD 2023: Starlight's CEO celebrates 20 year milestone

Louise Baxter, CEO of Starlight Children's Foundation, reflects on its long-term impact and growth as she celebrates 20 years with the company.

By Louise Baxter • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023
The progressive evolution of the eCommerce experience
Customer Experience

The progressive evolution of the eCommerce experience

Shopping is not solely the purchase of a good but involves an attachment to the product, a secret weapon for the informed retailer armed with shoppable video.

By Claire McHugh • 5 min read • Tue, 7th Mar 2023
Save costs and gain efficiency with workflow automation for your CMMS
Robotic Process Automation

Save costs and gain efficiency with workflow automation for your CMMS

Workflow automation eliminates the need for humans to perform repetitive, non-revenue-generating tasks that can easily be automated.

By Prabhu Ramachandran • 5 min read • Tue, 7th Mar 2023
How can retailers become more recession resilient?
Customer Experience

How can retailers become more recession resilient?

With another recession looming, retailers must prioritize customer experience and mitigate developer burnout to survive and thrive.

By Kam Zulawski • 5 min read • Tue, 7th Mar 2023
The all-flash data center is fast becoming a reality
Storage

The all-flash data center is fast becoming a reality

One area which organisations can focus on for economic efficiency and sustainability improvements is in the data centre.

By Pratyush Khare • 6 min read • Tue, 7th Mar 2023