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Construction left in the dark amid supply chain risks
Digital Transformation

Construction left in the dark amid supply chain risks

Most construction firms cannot see third-party risks clearly, leaving projects exposed to delays, cost blowouts and compliance failures.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 17th Feb 2022
Highest paying regions revealed
Manufacturing

Highest paying regions revealed

Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Taranaki and Wellington now top the pay table, as median hourly wages climb to NZD $27 across trades and industrial jobs.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 15th Feb 2022
Govt creates roadmap for growth in NZ's tech sector
Software Development

Govt creates roadmap for growth in NZ's tech sector

The digital technology sector is now one of the country's top earners, contributing an estimated $6.6 billion to the economy in 2019.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Feb 2022
Economic development agency launches new app to pair employers with talent
Job Market

Economic development agency launches new app to pair employers with talent

Whanganui introduces Talent Connect, a matchmaking app for businesses and professionals, aimed at boosting the local job market.

By RNZ • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Feb 2022
NZ's first year for Diploma in Cyber Security a success
EduTech

NZ's first year for Diploma in Cyber Security a success

In response to the growing demand for skilled cybersecurity specialists, the Ara Institute of Canterbury established the Diploma in Cyber Security.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Feb 2022
Construction costs see biggest jump since GFC
Supply Chain

Construction costs see biggest jump since GFC

Labour shortages and supply bottlenecks are pushing New Zealand construction inflation to one of the OECD’s highest levels.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Feb 2022
NZ tech sector has what it takes to attract international investment - industry boss
Digital Transformation

NZ tech sector has what it takes to attract international investment - industry boss

Tech sector aims to attract international investors as large tech sector investors explore opportunities in New Zealand.

By RNZ • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Jan 2022

Global Stories

Skills shortage stories

How incident responders fight infotech fires
Cloud Services

How incident responders fight infotech fires

Incident responders need a wide range of technical and business skills to effectively tackle cyber threats and protect organisations.

By Katie Teitler • 6 min read • Wed, 16th Feb 2022
The perennial quest for data talent and how to find it
Hybrid & Remote Work

The perennial quest for data talent and how to find it

Australia is facing a shortage of talent, particularly in the technology sector and data management, hindering economic growth and competitiveness.

By Frankie Steel • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Feb 2022
Big data projects, cloud migrations, and digital transformation: why it doesn't need to be so hard
Software-as-a-Service

Big data projects, cloud migrations, and digital transformation: why it doesn't need to be so hard

Despite the pandemic, cloud adoption for big data projects still lags behind, with hesitancy and technical challenges hindering progress.

By James Campbell • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Feb 2022
Tata Consultancy Services and DeakinCo. tackle Australia's skills gap with new programs
Robotics

Tata Consultancy Services and DeakinCo. tackle Australia's skills gap with new programs

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has partnered with Deakin University to develop corporate learning programs in emerging technologies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Feb 2022
'Competency is the new currency': Skillsoft survey reveals most popular digital learning topics
eLearning

'Competency is the new currency': Skillsoft survey reveals most popular digital learning topics

Skillsoft's 2021 Annual Learning Report reveals a surge in learning and development, with a 55% rise in learners on its platform.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
Tech salaries on the rise while demand for data analytics, Python and cybersecurity skills remain high
Data Analytics

Tech salaries on the rise while demand for data analytics, Python and cybersecurity skills remain high

Tech salaries are increasing 15-30% on average globally, while the ability to work from home is a non-negotiable for most.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
Global CFO Survey shows technology and skills are key in future proofing finance teams
Data Analytics

Global CFO Survey shows technology and skills are key in future proofing finance teams

Launched in 2015, the CFO Indicator Survey provides insights into the challenges, opportunities and priorities for CFOs worldwide.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Jan 2022
The skills all aspiring IT professionals need in 2022
Hybrid & Remote Work

The skills all aspiring IT professionals need in 2022

IT professionals need to prioritize soft skills, upskilling and certification as the industry rapidly evolves in 2022.

By Jon Lang • 5 min read • Tue, 25th Jan 2022
Australia's DESE's adopts Qlik data analytics in digital transformation
Data Analytics

Australia's DESE's adopts Qlik data analytics in digital transformation

The Department of Education, Skills and Employment in Australia is using Qlik's analytics platform to improve data insights and decision-making.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 25th Jan 2022

Stories from Other Regions

Skills shortage stories

Digital skills could be the key to a salary boost in Australia
Salaries

Digital skills could be the key to a salary boost in Australia

Digital skills could be a crucial factor in determining a salary boost, according to new RMIT Online research.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Feb 2022