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Employers look to hire inexperienced coders due to skills shortage
EduTech

Employers look to hire inexperienced coders due to skills shortage

Coding skills in high demand as employers struggle to find talent, with many open to hiring candidates with micro-credentials and certifications, says report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jun 2022
Dell Technologies reveals growth of Student TechCrew in ANZ
Network Infrastructure

Dell Technologies reveals growth of Student TechCrew in ANZ

Dell Student TechCrew is an initiative designed to promote future career skills through Dell's technical certification program and hands-on experience.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Jun 2022
TBM Council Board gains new tech executives
EduTech

TBM Council Board gains new tech executives

Global IT advocacy group, TBM Council, appoints new board members including Fumbi Chima and RJ Hazra to expand diversity and expertise.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 10th Jun 2022
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Denodo
Virtualisation

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Denodo

Denodo's regional VP, Benjamin Henshall, joins TechDay to discuss data virtualisation trends and new updates from the company in the APAC region.

By Mitchell Hageman • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Jun 2022
Why security must be a priority in the software development process
Application Security

Why security must be a priority in the software development process

Developers prioritize new features over security, with just 14% considering it when coding, according to a report by Evans Data.

By Pieter Danhieux • 4 min read • Tue, 7th Jun 2022
Infosec unveils role-guided cybersecurity training roadmaps
EduTech

Infosec unveils role-guided cybersecurity training roadmaps

Infosec Skills Roles maps hands-on training and certifications to the 12 most in-demand cybersecurity roles to maximise training efficiency.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 25th May 2022
Trojan cyber attacks hitting SMBs harder than ever - Kaspersky
Cybersecurity

Trojan cyber attacks hitting SMBs harder than ever - Kaspersky

In 2022 the number of Trojan-PSW detections increased by almost a quarter compared to the same period in 2021 to reach 4,003,323.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd May 2022
Delinea enhances partner experience with new training initiatives
Partner Programmes

Delinea enhances partner experience with new training initiatives

Delinea bolsters its partner network with training and certifications to meet the growing demand for PAM solutions in ANZ and Asia.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd May 2022
Unit4 appoints Tania Garrett as chief people officer
Marketing Technologies

Unit4 appoints Tania Garrett as chief people officer

Unit4 appoints Tania Garrett as Chief People Officer; responsible for talent acquisition, development, compensation, benefits, and regional HR field teams.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 20th May 2022
WolfVision announces new range of visualisers
EduTech

WolfVision announces new range of visualisers

WolfVision has announced a new range of visualisers to help meet multiple industry demands for remote learning and educational solutions.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Tue, 17th May 2022
Fortinet training edges toward closing cybersecurity gap
Firewalls

Fortinet training edges toward closing cybersecurity gap

The Fortinet Training Institute has made significant progress in closing the cybersecurity skills gap, on track to train one million people by 2026.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Thu, 12th May 2022
HubSpot launches 'The Great Upskill' week to inspire learning
Data Analytics

HubSpot launches 'The Great Upskill' week to inspire learning

Brands across APAC including Google ANZ, MessageMedia, Meltwater, Seismic and Aircall, will give their employees a full workday to dedicate to upskilling.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 12th May 2022

Stories from Other Regions

Education, Learning & Training stories

Is VR the solution to a $24m problem?
eLearning

Is VR the solution to a $24m problem?

Falls from ladders and roofs are costing New Zealand about $24 million a year, prompting a first-of-its-kind VR training package.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Sun, 26th Jun 2022
Inflation mitigations for new and existing contracts
Supply Chain

Inflation mitigations for new and existing contracts

Infrastructure contracts face renewed strain as soaring energy and materials prices push costs well above general inflation, prompting calls to renegotiate terms.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Fri, 24th Jun 2022
Microsoft Hong Kong partners with CUHK Business School
EduTech

Microsoft Hong Kong partners with CUHK Business School

The collaboration sees CUHK Business School become the first business school as the authorised exam centre for Microsoft Certifications in Hong Kong.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jun 2022
A choice to shine or be left behind
Supply Chain

A choice to shine or be left behind

Infrastructure firms face growing pressure to prove climate and social value as stimulus spending, disclosures and stakeholder scrutiny intensify.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Sun, 12th Jun 2022
Microsoft NZ and TupuToa to boost diversity in cybersecurity sector
Supply Chain

Microsoft NZ and TupuToa to boost diversity in cybersecurity sector

Microsoft NZ partners with TupuToa to create a cybersecurity employment programme, aiming to increase diversity in the industry in New Zealand.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Fri, 27th May 2022
Vocational training leader applauds budget
Education, Learning & Training

Vocational training leader applauds budget

Additional funding will help Te Pūkenga support almost 50,000 trainees and apprentices as demand for vocational skills rises across New Zealand.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Fri, 20th May 2022