IT careers and IT skills
IT professionals increasingly need to take responsibility for ensuring that their IT skills are kept up-to-date, and for pursuing opportunities that will develop their IT careers. We examine the issues around career development at all stages of an IT professional's working life, from education through to training and recruitment.
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News
18 Sep 2024
Europol provides detail on Ghost encrypted comms platform takedown
Law enforcement bodies from across the world have revealed how they collaborated to bring down encrypted network Ghost and the new ways of working that have been established with Europol at the centre Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
18 Sep 2024
Public digital transformation will be challenged by austerity
Public sector and IT industry figures gathered at TechUK’s 10th annual Building the Smarter State event discussed how Labour’s ‘mission-driven’ policy approach can drive digital transformation efforts in the context of fresh austerity measures Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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E-Zine
10 Jun 2021
CW Europe: Amsterdam reins back datacentre developments over environmental concern
The construction of datacentres in the Netherlands’ Amsterdam region has accelerated at such a pace that their demands for electricity are causing concern, prompting city authorities and datacentre operators to open a dialogue about sustainable datacentre industry expansion. Also in this issue, find out the state of play in the adoption of open banking across Europe. Continue Reading
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News
08 Jun 2021
We Open Tech community supports non-binary and trans security pros
New tech community established to advocate for the interests of non-binary people, trans and cis women, trans men, and other marginalised genders in security Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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E-Zine
08 Jun 2021
The jobseekers turning to cyber crime in the pandemic
In this week’s Computer Weekly, security researchers say people left unemployed by the pandemic are turning to cyber crime – we find out why. We examine the confluence of distributed cloud and edge computing technologies. And controversial uses of facial recognition technology come under further scrutiny. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
08 Jun 2021
CIO interview: Tom Read, chief executive, Government Digital Service
The new chief at GDS has outlined a three-year strategy for the organisation, and tells Computer Weekly he wants to get back to the core focus of building products for use across government Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
04 Jun 2021
IR35 reforms: Qdos research suggests room for improvement
The IR35 reforms came into force in April 2021, but research from contracting authority Qdos suggests some end-client organisation's compliance strategies require urgent improvement Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
04 Jun 2021
Amazon launches apprenticeship fund for small businesses
The £2.5m Amazon Apprenticeship Fund will be aimed at helping small businesses use the government’s levy transfer scheme to access talent Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
02 Jun 2021
Scottish businesses missing out on Cyber Essentials benefits
More than a third of Scottish businesses do not believe they are adequately prepared to deal with a cyber security incident Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
01 Jun 2021
Government on the hunt for Advanced Research and Invention Agency CEO
First CEO of the high-risk, high-reward research agency will be in charge of shaping the research, culture and setup of the organisation and define its strategy to identify and fund ground-breaking science and technology Continue Reading
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News
27 May 2021
Loss of 150,000 police records made worse by management failures
The loss of 150,000 records from a number of national policing systems was caused by a human coding error, but made worse by process and management failures Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
27 May 2021
Uber signs collective bargaining agreement with GMB
Uber and GMB sign “landmark” collective bargaining agreement with no ability to negotiate on earnings, attracting criticism from smaller unions that it lacks teeth Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
27 May 2021
Security ops teams struggle to switch off at home
Spiralling stress levels among SOC and IT security teams can be attributed mainly to alert overload, says Trend Micro Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
27 May 2021
CIO interview: Tarah Lourens, chief product and technology officer, Rightmove
Rightmove’s chief product and technology officer is working to create fresh data-led services and products, growing the team and building capacity and capability Continue Reading
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E-Zine
27 May 2021
CW Nordics: Denmark takes a top-down approach to gender equality in tech entrepreneurship
Tech Nordic Advocates has adopted a new approach to closing the gender gap in Danish technology startups, looking to emulate Canada’s top-down approach. Also in this issue, find out the state of play with the adoption of open banking in Europe. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 May 2021
4 AI career path trajectories for IT professionals
As the desire for AI and machine learning in-house skills skyrocket, those looking to break into the market have a variety of career path options, including AI architect and BI developer. Continue Reading
By- Kathleen Walch, Cognilytica
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News
25 May 2021
IR35: MPs denied vote to amend Finance Bill to ‘curb or kill’ umbrella companies
MPs were denied the opportunity to vote in favour of amending the incoming Finance Bill to ‘curb or kill’ umbrella companies, prompting industry watchers to double down on calls for regulation Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
25 May 2021
CyberSprinters game gives kids a head start, says NCSC
An online game for primary schools, clubs and youth organisations will teach children aged seven to 11 the fundamentals of staying safe online Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
25 May 2021
DBS to fill tech roles at women-focused careers fair
DBS Bank is looking for more women to fill over 140 openings in engineering roles in a bid to improve gender diversity among its ranks Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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E-Zine
24 May 2021
Making data an asset, not a threat
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we examine the latest developments in the UK government’s National Data Strategy and what it means for the economy. Our latest buyer’s guide explains the emerging technologies around computational storage. And we look at the advances in customer experience management during the pandemic. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2021
Government pumps £166.5m into green technology
The government funding will be awarded to innovators, businesses and academics across the UK to develop technologies in carbon capture, greenhouse gas removal and hydrogen Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2021
How education reform promises could plug tech skills gap
Skills and Post-16 Education Bill will support lifelong learning, offering people an opportunity to retrain Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
24 May 2021
IR35: MPs urged to back ‘curb or kill’ umbrella company-focused Finance Bill amendments
Two amendments to the incoming Finance Bill that have the potential to ban the use of umbrella companies are being voted on by MPs in the House of Commons today Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
20 May 2021
Credit Suisse to recruit more than 1,000 tech staff in India
Credit Suisse is hiring more IT professionals in India to supports its plan to develop a global tech hub Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
19 May 2021
India’s HCL to hire 1,000 tech professionals in the UK
Indian IT suppliers set to create thousands of IT jobs in the UK, which supports their intention to have more staff based closer to customers Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
18 May 2021
Australian budget lends support to digital economy
Australia’s A$1.2bn Digital Economy Strategy ticks most of the right boxes, but some industry experts say areas such as broadband infrastructure and artificial intelligence are still underfunded Continue Reading
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News
17 May 2021
Andy Burnham launches Manchester digital inclusion drive
Greater Manchester mayor announces plan to support under-25s, over-75s and disabled people to get online Continue Reading
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News
17 May 2021
NCSC study to probe disability and neurodiversity in cyber
National Cyber Security Centre and KPMG have launched a new diversity study aiming to capture benchmarks on disability and neurodiversity in cyber Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
17 May 2021
How M1 is striving to be a digital telco
Singapore’s M1 is dialling up its digital chops by monetising its data, building more personalised services for subscribers, and going beyond connectivity as it evolves into a digital telco Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
14 May 2021
Amazon to create 10,000 new UK jobs in 2021 across online retail and cloud computing divisions
Online retail giant goes public with plans to create 10,000 new jobs in UK and embark on a retraining plan for existing staff who may want to pursue employment opportunities outside the company later down the line Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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Opinion
14 May 2021
Digital bootcamp initiative could kickstart new thinking about technology skills
The government’s digital bootcamps initiative could help begin to shift the way we think about the roles of technology professionals Continue Reading
By- Bev White, Nash Squared
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News
14 May 2021
Cabinet Office launches climate challenges for startups
The Cabinet Office has partnered with government technology accelerator Public to run a programme for startups developing innovative digital and data technologies that can help with some of the most pressing climate issues Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
13 May 2021
Too many disconnected systems in government, says minister
Cabinet Office minister Julia Lopez wants to address issues with legacy systems, improve digital skills across government and improve department collaboration, including in procurement Continue Reading
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13 May 2021
CW Benelux: Netherlands university launches centre of expertise in applied AI
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences has launched a centre of expertise in applied artificial intelligence, and students from all faculties of the university will learn how to apply AI in their field of study. Also in this issue, read why a training ‘roadmap’ is needed to get Netherlands police officers up to speed with tackling cyber crime. Continue Reading
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News
13 May 2021
CISOs weathered the pandemic well, but at personal cost
Over 80% of CISOs think their existing security capabilities stayed strong during the worst of the Covid-19 pandemic, but now face stress and burnout on an unheard-of scale Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
12 May 2021
Running a bees and spirits business on low-code
We look at how a small honey and gin producer has adapted and grown its business without requiring external software development expertise Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
12 May 2021
How a cloud engineer at DBS Bank charted his career
A cloud engineering leader at DBS Bank offers a glimpse into the tasks and challenges of a cloud professional and how his team is organised to support the bank’s public and private cloud infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
11 May 2021
Collaboration key to success of UK’s Cyber Security Council
The founders of the UK’s Cyber Security Council have been setting out their plans to professionalise the cyber sector at the NCSC’s CyberUK 2021 event Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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E-Zine
11 May 2021
Chip supply shortages are hitting hard
In this week’s Computer Weekly, a shortage of semiconductors is affecting industries beyond just IT – we examine the implications. We talk to the CIO of pharmacy chain Boots about how tech helped in being an essential retailer during lockdown. And we look at the prospects for young people entering the IT sector post-pandemic. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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10 May 2021
Starting a career in the digital economy
What is it currently like for young people trying to hit the ground running with digital careers? What do employers want from them, and how has the last year of lockdowns affected their chances at a digital career? Continue Reading
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News
10 May 2021
HMRC facing calls to do more to tackle mini umbrella fraud in wake of BBC investigation
Contracting stakeholders are calling on HMRC to take more ‘visible action’ against mini umbrella companies, after a BBC Radio 4 File on 4 report claimed the UK is losing ‘hundreds of millions’ in tax each year through these firms Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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Feature
10 May 2021
APAC career guide on cloud computing
Besides having engineering chops and certifications, aspiring cloud professionals should have curiosity and soft skills to succeed in the evolving cloud computing landscape Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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Feature
10 May 2021
How to support a hybrid workforce
As the economy opens up, organisations are rethinking the idea of office-based work – and a more flexible approach is on the cards Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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Feature
07 May 2021
How do I get my users to pay attention to security training?
As cyber security risks grow daily, businesses must educate staff about these through cyber awareness training. But how can they ensure this is taken seriously by employees? Continue Reading
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News
07 May 2021
Cyber accreditation to improve legal standing of security pros
Institute of Cyber Digital Investigations Professionals will help incident responders and cyber investigators get the professional recognition they deserve Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
05 May 2021
Dysfunctional cyber, network teams disrupt digital transformation
Despite shared goals, combative and dysfunctional relationships within specialist tech teams are putting digital transformation projects at risk, according to a report Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
05 May 2021
Interview: ONS data science chief Tom Smith on government data capability
The managing director of the Office of National Statistics’ Data Science Campus, Tom Smith, describes the organisation’s data capability building activities for and across government Continue Reading
By- Brian McKenna, Senior Analyst, Business Applications
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News
05 May 2021
Delivering international talent to Helsinki’s tech ecosystem
Finland’s capital is the envy of the world as a tech hub, but it still faces challenges in attracting skills in a highly competitive global market Continue Reading
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Feature
05 May 2021
Deploying productivity monitoring software ethically
While software that tracks the activities of staff can be helpful to companies with a remote workforce, managers must consider employees’ concerns and privacy Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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Feature
04 May 2021
5 must-have skills to succeed as an IT manager
An effective IT manager's skill set includes solid communication, problem-solving, decision-making, time management, organization and the ability to think and act strategically. Continue Reading
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News
04 May 2021
Infosys to create 1,000 tech jobs in UK
Infosys joins TCS in announcing the creation of UK IT jobs as India and the UK negotiate a future trading relationship Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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E-Zine
04 May 2021
How KFC put digital on the menu
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we find out how fast-food chain KFC turned to digital to survive the pandemic. Our latest buyer’s guide looks at technologies to improve office productivity for home workers. And we assess the growing problem of electronic waste and how to tackle it. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 May 2021
Navigating the sticky issue of monitoring employee productivity
With employees having shifted en masse to remote working during the pandemic, we explore how enterprises have maintained the productivity of their dispersed workforce Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
30 Apr 2021
Simon Bolton named as NHS Digital interim CEO
Following the announcement of Sarah Wilkinson’s departure as CEO of NHS Digital, the organisation has appointed NHS Test and Trace CIO Simon Bolton as interim CEO Continue Reading
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News
29 Apr 2021
Northern Ireland pilots security training plan for 16-25s
Pilot scheme in Northern Ireland aims to widen access to cyber security careers Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
29 Apr 2021
UK demand for digital automation skills soars
The need for automation proficiency has more than doubled in the past two years, according to research Continue Reading
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News
28 Apr 2021
Recruiters can’t afford to hold out for cyber ‘unicorns’
The perfect security candidate is hard to find, so hiring policy needs to be more pragmatic Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
28 Apr 2021
CIO interview: Chris Porter, VP talent acquisition and matching, BP
With the help of digital technologies and recruitment of data-savvy talent, BP is aiming to become a net-zero business by 2050 Continue Reading
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News
27 Apr 2021
Flexible CIOs gain friends in finance
The pandemic has shown the value of IT to business leaders. Chief financial officers are looking for quick IT investment returns Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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Opinion
27 Apr 2021
Python @ 30: Praising the versatility of Python
Python recently celebrated its 30th birthday, and pioneers of the language have been reflecting on its significance as an open source project Continue Reading
By- Calvin Hendryx-Parker
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News
27 Apr 2021
North London school wins NCSC girls’ cyber challenge
Highgate School in North London is the winner of this year’s CyberFirst Girls security competition Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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E-Zine
27 Apr 2021
Justice at last in Post Office IT scandal
In this week’s Computer Weekly, 12 years after we broke the story, victims of the Post Office IT scandal finally have their criminal convictions overturned. We take a virtual tour of a Microsoft datacentre and meet a server called ‘Mega-Godzilla Beast’. And we find out how technology is transforming Nationwide Building Society. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Apr 2021
How AI and automation drive better customer service
Forrester analysts explore the benefits of combining artificial intelligence with automation Continue Reading
By- Karine Cardona-Smits and Ian Jacobs
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News
23 Apr 2021
London mayoral candidates debate tech
The four mayoral candidates have set out their plans for the tech sector, including creating skills academies, harnessing kinetic energy, creating a London passport and setting up new tech hubs, but Tech London Advocates founder Russ Shaw says they all missed the mark Continue Reading
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News
22 Apr 2021
GCHQ: Cyber investment a guarantor of UK’s global status
GCHQ director Jeremy Fleming sets out a vision for the UK’s cyber security future Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
22 Apr 2021
Department for Education publishes digital strategy
The department's digital and technology function wants to become a leader in the field, invest in its own platforms and manage its legacy technologies Continue Reading
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News
21 Apr 2021
CIO interview: Richard Corbridge, Boots
Boots has been hugely successful in its transition to e-commerce and the Covid-19 pandemic has seen several digital initiatives spun up to continue offering services to customers Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Apr 2021
5 top online courses in data storage
Keeping up with the latest data storage technologies, concepts, methods, products and platforms can be daunting. Boost your storage knowledge and career with these online courses. Continue Reading
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News
20 Apr 2021
Drax partners with Solace to manage biomass supply chain
Event-based IT architecture helps energy provider optimise its biomass supply chain and drive greater efficiencies, but questions remain about the fundamental sustainability of biomass as an alternative to coal Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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Opinion
20 Apr 2021
London needs a mayor of growth
Here East’s CEO Gavin Poole on why the next mayor must ensure London remains the tech capital of Europe, and the importance of learning from the past Continue Reading
By- Gavin Poole
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News
20 Apr 2021
Transatlantic relationship strengthens Sweden’s startup sustainability
Nordic startup network is taking lessons from Canada in getting women into the IT industry Continue Reading
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News
19 Apr 2021
BBC appoints new digital and technology leaders
BBC splits former chief technology and product officer role into two, with Just Eat executive Storm Fagan to join in September Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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Feature
19 Apr 2021
A bottom-up and top-down look at intelligent automation
We look at robotic process automation at a coding level and an organisational level, and see how artificial intelligence fits Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
16 Apr 2021
SAP users identify data skills shortage as importance of analytics spikes
Research from the SAP UK & Ireland User Group has demonstrated a data skills dearth among users and a delay in using the SAP Hana in-memory database until full S/4 Hana ERP implementations Continue Reading
By- Brian McKenna, Senior Analyst, Business Applications
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News
16 Apr 2021
London tech manifesto calls on next mayor to support tech industry
The London tech manifesto, put together by several tech organisations, calls on the city’s next mayor to support tech companies, increase digital skills investment and tackle the lack of diversity in the sector Continue Reading
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15 Apr 2021
Uber ordered to reinstate six drivers fired by automated process
A default judgment handed down by Dutch court has ordered Uber to reinstate six drivers with compensation following unevidenced accusations of fraud and automated firing via algorithm Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
14 Apr 2021
Remote workers largely supportive of a UK right to disconnect
The introduction of a “right to disconnect” in the UK is popular among workers and has backing from trade unions Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
13 Apr 2021
Civil Service Data Challenge aims to improve use of data
Business and government have partnered to launch a Dragon’s Den-style competition to encourage civil servants to come up with ideas on how to improve the use of data Continue Reading
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13 Apr 2021
The evolution of RPA
In this week’s Computer Weekly, our latest buyer’s guide looks at the future of robotic process automation (RPA). Google’s legal victory against Oracle over the use of Java APIs has huge significance for software developers. And we find out how expectations of IT have grown as firms prepare for the post-Covid workplace. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Apr 2021
Why some jobseekers have turned to cyber crime during the pandemic
Research shows that many people have been seeking cyber crime-related work on the dark web, but why? Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Apr 2021
Getting started with a career in IT infrastructure: A brief guide
Learn about the jobs available, skills required/in demand and the most popular relevant certifications/certificates/degrees as you consider infrastructure as an IT career path. Continue Reading
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News
08 Apr 2021
CDO summer school plots step change for data leaders
The summer school for chief data officers, run by Caroline Carruthers and Peter Jackson, promises data leaders a curriculum to match the elevated salience of the CDO role Continue Reading
By- Brian McKenna, Senior Analyst, Business Applications
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News
08 Apr 2021
IR35 reforms: MPs call on government to clean up UK’s ‘wild west’ contracting labour supply chain
A 200-strong group of MPs is calling for urgent action from the government to protect contractors from the dubious practices of non-compliant umbrella companies and badly behaved employment agencies just days after private sector IR35 reforms came into force Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
07 Apr 2021
Deliveroo riders strike over pay and work conditions
Riders across the country are demanding fair pay, safety protections and basic workers’ rights pay on Deliveroo’s first day of trading as a public company Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
07 Apr 2021
Irish employees’ ‘right to disconnect’ enshrined in code of practice
A code of practice giving employees the ‘right to disconnect’ from work and not engage in electronic communications outside of their normal hours has come into effect in Ireland Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
06 Apr 2021
CDDO will assess delivery of government digital projects
Government Digital Service boss Tom Read and the government’s Central Digital and Data Office executive director Joanna Davinson reveal next steps for digital, data and technology in government Continue Reading
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06 Apr 2021
IR35 reforms: Private sector start date prompts mixed picture of predictions for contracting market
The IR35 tax avoidance reforms take hold in the private sector, prompting a mixed picture of predictions from stakeholders about what the future holds for contractors in the UK Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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Feature
05 Apr 2021
How to land a job in cybersecurity
Find out if you're a good fit for a career in cybersecurity, the kind of training required, how to start building IT security skills and the types of jobs available. Continue Reading
By- Josh Johnson
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Feature
01 Apr 2021
Starting a career in the digital economy
What is it currently like for young people trying to hit the ground running with digital careers? What do employers want from them, and how has the last year of lockdowns affected their chances at a digital career? Continue Reading
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01 Apr 2021
Visible role models key to tackling the digital skills shortage
GUEST BLOG: In this contributed blog post, Gemma Foster, head of service delivery at Visualsoft, explains how ensuring female role models are visible and accessible is how the tech sector can work ... Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
31 Mar 2021
Cyber Security Council to champion UK security pros
A new cyber security professional body has launched with the aim of developing and promoting UK cyber security excellence globally and growing the skills base Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
30 Mar 2021
Strong company culture the basis of a successful hybrid work environment
Study highlights how post-Covid working dynamics increase importance of communicative leadership with an inclusive organisational culture most important once logistics and technology are addressed Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Mar 2021
Asda bags ex-Marks and Spencer CIO
Carl Dawson, who has been CIO at department store M&S for six years, is leaving the retailer to become CIO at Asda Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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E-Zine
30 Mar 2021
The ticking timebomb of IR35
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we reveal that IT contractors are seeking a multimillion-pound payout after confusion over the forthcoming IR35 tax reforms. Many firms are building data lakes to improve their analytics – we examine the storage implications. And we talk to the CIO at the London School of Economics. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Mar 2021
Black network engineers juggle building networks, being seen
2020 didn't transform diversity and inclusion in companies, according to some Black network engineers. But diversity in their careers and networks goes beyond hiring practices. Continue Reading
By- Michaela Goss, Senior Site Editor
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Feature
29 Mar 2021
Ecolabels and data sanitisation key to recycling and reusing IT assets
Ecolabels on hardware and data sanitisation of devices are key to recycling and reusing old IT equipment respectively, helping enterprises avoid unnecessary asset destruction and contributing to increasingly high levels of electronic waste globally Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
26 Mar 2021
Surveillance expert ‘unfairly’ refused job at intelligence regulator after MI5 intervened
The Home Office unfairly refused Eric Kind, a specialist in criminal justice and UK surveillance law, clearance for a job at an intelligence watchdog after MI5 claimed he was “insufficiently deferential” Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Mar 2021
Sarah Wilkinson resigns as NHS Digital CEO
After four years at the helm of NHS Digital, CEO Sarah Wilkinson will leave in the summer of 2021, and the organisation is looking for an interim replacement Continue Reading
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News
26 Mar 2021
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences combines AI and practice
University ensures cooperation between scientists and industry when developing artificial intelligence Continue Reading
By- Kim Loohuis
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News
25 Mar 2021
TUC warns of gaps in British law over use of AI at work
The TUC has published a report warning of AI-powered discrimination against working people enabled by gaps in existing British employment law Continue Reading
By- Brian McKenna, Senior Analyst, Business Applications
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News
25 Mar 2021
Deliveroo faces pushback from investors and riders ahead of IPO
Two of the UK’s largest fund managers have said they will not buy shares in Deliveroo because of concerns over workers’ rights Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor