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New Zealand tech companies to rapidly expand in 2020
Crypto

New Zealand tech companies to rapidly expand in 2020

Sector growth is set to lift jobs and exports as smaller Kiwi tech firms tap climate, finance and 4IR demand over the next decade.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2020
NZ tech companies forecast for rapid expansion in 2020
Fintech

NZ tech companies forecast for rapid expansion in 2020

New Zealand tech companies are set for rapid expansion in 2020, driven by innovation in ecology, industry, and economy, says NZTech chair Mitchell Pham.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2020
New Zealand Construction Sector Training Programme
Human Capital Management

New Zealand Construction Sector Training Programme

An acute skills shortage is threatening New Zealand construction growth, prompting RICS to train workers amid forecasts of 50,000 more staff needed.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2019
How is new tech affecting health and safety at work?
Wearables

How is new tech affecting health and safety at work?

Digital monitoring, AI and online platforms are heightening stress, blurring boundaries and complicating safety rules for workers, experts warn.

By Michael Curreen • 13 min read • Mon, 16th Dec 2019

Global Stories

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Fortinet makes Network Security Expert training courses free
Firewalls

Fortinet makes Network Security Expert training courses free

Fortinet has made its advanced Network Security Expert training courses available for free, aiming to help organisations adapt to a changing world.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th 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
Cyber-worries delaying move to digital, says Deloitte
Virtualisation

Cyber-worries delaying move to digital, says Deloitte

The report, commissioned by VMware, states that the Asia Pacific is delaying digitalisation due to fear of cyber-attacks.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 31st 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
IWD 2020 interview: FTS Group's Julia Merten & Veritec's Corryn Webb
Human Capital Management

IWD 2020 interview: FTS Group's Julia Merten & Veritec's Corryn Webb

FTS Group's Julia Merten and Veritec's Corryn Webb discuss grassroots initiatives and combating unconscious bias to enhance gender diversity in IT leadership.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 8th Mar 2020
Singapore real estate firm encourages professionals to upskill
eLearning

Singapore real estate firm encourages professionals to upskill

Singapore real estate tech firm ERA Realty Network has partnered with Gnowbe to offer a new mobile-first learning platform for real estate professionals.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Mar 2020
Three trends set to define work in the new decade
Workforce Technology

Three trends set to define work in the new decade

As the 2020s unfold, three key trends—human-centric HR, flexible working, and lifelong learning—are set to redefine the workplace landscape.

By Dan Fish • 5 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2020
Deliveroo joins World Economic Forum Charter to improve worker opportunities
Platform-as-a-Service

Deliveroo joins World Economic Forum Charter to improve worker opportunities

Deliveroo joins World Economic Forum Charter to improve worker opportunities, promoting principles for good platform work, including safety, pay, and education.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2020
Lenovo launches mentorship programme for SMBs
Lenovo

Lenovo launches mentorship programme for SMBs

Lenovo partners with entrepreneur Naomi Simson to launch the ThinkBook Mentorship Programme, offering regional SMBs technology and personalised guidance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2019
Needs, challenges, opportunities: HP study delves into the world of creatives
HP

Needs, challenges, opportunities: HP study delves into the world of creatives

HP's new study reveals 80% of Australian creatives worry about staying relevant, while 92% feel the need to upskill to stay competitive globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2019

Stories from Other Regions

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Cybersecurity training: the key to strengthening your security posture
Endpoint Protection

Cybersecurity training: the key to strengthening your security posture

Australian organisations take an average of 200 days to identify a breach and another 81 days to contain them, both longer periods than a year ago.

By Andrew Souter • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Apr 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
Australian businesses lead the way with AI, edge computing and IoT
Converged Infrastructure

Australian businesses lead the way with AI, edge computing and IoT

Australian businesses are optimistic about the impact of AI, edge computing, and IoT, according to a report by Nutanix.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Feb 2020