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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E-Zine
17 Sep 2024
The pillars of AI strategy
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we talk to the CIO of Currys about the electronics retailer’s AI strategy. We exam-ine how China has become a leader in open source software – and what it means for the rest of the world. And we look at how AI is supporting networking alongside how to im-plement networking to support AI. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Sep 2024
Will autonomous weapons make humans passive participants in war?
Experts warn the emergence and adoption of AI-powered military systems may eventually push battlefield decision-making beyond the limits of human cognition Continue Reading
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News
16 Apr 2019
Sweden to take up Finnish AI challenge
Following Finland’s example, Swedish companies are starting to use a training programme to bring staff up to speed with artificial intelligence Continue Reading
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News
15 Apr 2019
Post-Brexit IT talent shortages concern UK CIOs
Finding and training tech staff remains an issue and is set to get worse after the UK leaves the European Union, says Barclaycard study Continue Reading
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Podcast
15 Apr 2019
Podcast: The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload – Episode 12
In this week’s episode of The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast, the team discusses SuiteWorld 2019, NetSuite’s annual user conference, the government’s introduction of internet safety regulations and the complex journey from collecting data to using it for insight Continue Reading
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News
11 Apr 2019
Government breach data highlights cyber skills misconception
Results of a government-sponsored survey highlight a dangerous misconception around cyber skills, according to a former GCHQ trainer Continue Reading
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News
10 Apr 2019
ANZ business users calling the shots in ICT decisions
Business users in ANZ firms have more sway about technology decisions, but it is not always a case of shadow IT Continue Reading
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News
10 Apr 2019
SuiteWorld 2019: The shifting landscape of the manufacturing industry
At SuiteWorld 2019, the managing director of OSL Cutting Technologies told Computer Weekly about the shifting skills needs of the manufacturing industry, the increased importance of data, and the impact this has on businesses Continue Reading
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09 Apr 2019
Why Sainsbury’s is sold on checking out a wider understanding of data science
Data is of increasing importance to retailers when it comes to dealing with needy customers. Sainsbury’s supermarket is developing its data talent to optimise its opportunities Continue Reading
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Podcast
09 Apr 2019
Podcast: The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload – Episode 11
In this week’s episode of The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast, the team discuss Google’s forthcoming cloud conference, how tech can be used to boost social inclusion, while data analytics is being hailed as a means of assisting MI5 with with its terrorism detection work Continue Reading
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News
09 Apr 2019
GCHQ cyber courses for teens recognised by qualification board
The Scottish Qualifications Authority has accredited courses pioneered by GCHQ’s National Cyber Security Centre to teach teenagers about cyber security Continue Reading
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News
08 Apr 2019
UK plans for online safety laws not enough, says BCS
Government plans for online safety laws need to be complemented with a national cyber safety programme in schools, according to IT and computer science professional and educational body Continue Reading
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News
05 Apr 2019
SuiteWorld 2019: Women in business talk failures, successes and advice
As part of the SuiteWorld dedicated Women in Business track, a host of women with backgrounds in the business world shared their advice for women in a male-dominated environment Continue Reading
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Blog Post
04 Apr 2019
SuiteWorld 2019: I’m a geek and proud says, Shaquille O’Neal
Ex-basketball star, philanthropist and entrepreneur Shaquille O’Neal made an interesting appearance at SuiteWorld 2019, not just to DJ at the show’s closing party but also to talk about his various ... Continue Reading
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News
04 Apr 2019
Social inclusion unit aims to expand diversity in IT conversation
New unit at startup hub wants to explore how technology can be applied to address the barriers many people face in participating in society Continue Reading
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News
03 Apr 2019
Government invests £10m in education technology strategy
The UK government has launched a strategy encouraging technology companies to help schools use technology to reduce teacher workload, among other things Continue Reading
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News
02 Apr 2019
Women now almost a quarter of cyber security workforce
Women in cyber security are younger, have achieved higher levels of education and are assuming leadership roles at higher rates than men, a study shows Continue Reading
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02 Apr 2019
How to find a much sought-after data scientist
Every organisation seems to be hunting for a data scientist, but securing the right people with the right skills is a challenge. Continue Reading
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News
02 Apr 2019
Welsh government buys Microsoft Office 365 for teachers and pupils
The Welsh government will provide Microsoft Office 365 ProPlus across 1,521 maintained schools in Wales Continue Reading
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Feature
01 Apr 2019
How to find a much sought-after data scientist
Every organisation seems to be hunting for a data scientist, but securing the right people with the right skills is a challenge Continue Reading
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News
29 Mar 2019
Middle East countries accelerate quantum computing research
Gulf countries must invest in quantum computing research to ensure they continue to to remain digital pioneers Continue Reading
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News
28 Mar 2019
Swan lands in Scottish Highlands
Capita’s Scottish public sector network, also known as Swan, is to be extended to 150 sites in the Highland towns of Fort William, Inverness, Thurso and Wick Continue Reading
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News
28 Mar 2019
How Sainsbury’s is developing a wider understanding of data science
Data is of increasing importance to retailers when it comes to dealing with needy customers. Sainsbury’s supermarket is developing its data talent to optimise its opportunities Continue Reading
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Blog Post
27 Mar 2019
The challenges and solutions of the UK's tech skills gap
GUEST BLOG: In this contributed post Claudia Harris, the new chair of software bootcamp Makers, discusses the challenges and solutions to the UK’s tech skills gap - could encouraging more women ... Continue Reading
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News
26 Mar 2019
Women more at risk of job automation
Because of the types of jobs more likely to be held by women, the female workforce is more at risk of automation, according to stats Continue Reading
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E-Zine
26 Mar 2019
A ‘stunning victory’ in Post Office Horizon trial
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we report on the latest news from the court case about the controversial Post Office Horizon IT system after claimants achieve a ‘stunning victory’ in a judge’s ruling. Top IT leaders share their views on creating a strategy for the digital age. And the CIO of Halfords talks about cloud, data analytics and emerging technologies. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Podcast
26 Mar 2019
Podcast: The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload – Episode 9
In this week’s episode of The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast, Caroline Donnelly hosts the show as Brian McKenna recovers from his latest jaunt to San Francisco, while Clare McDonald discusses women in technology, and the team once again talks about the need for unbiased artificial intelligence Continue Reading
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News
25 Mar 2019
Lack of security skills exposing business to attack
The cyber skills shortage is leaving businesses at increased risk of attack as organisations continue to struggle to fill security-related positions, a survey shows Continue Reading
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News
22 Mar 2019
Half of women in tech say diversity is not a company priority
Women in technology have claimed diversity is still not a focus for their company in a majority of cases, according to research Continue Reading
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News
22 Mar 2019
Tech sector steams ahead in face of Brexit
Salaries and hiring in the UK have remained stagnant since the announcement the UK would be leaving the EU, but the tech sector has not followed this trend Continue Reading
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News
21 Mar 2019
Towards a full-fibre Britain: the view from inside Openreach
Openreach chairman Mike McTighe discusses progress on the national full-fibre broadband roll-out, the impact of Brexit, how to better engage with the CSP community, and why dark fibre isn’t the cure-all they might want it to be Continue Reading
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News
21 Mar 2019
Norway’s IT sector and government to tackle skills shortage
Norway's IT sector is getting much-needed government support to help improve access to talent Continue Reading
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News
20 Mar 2019
Fifth annual girls’ school techathon focuses on AI for social good
Girls’ Day School Trust has held its fifth annual techathon to encourage more young women to pursue careers in tech Continue Reading
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News
20 Mar 2019
Government can make better use of tech to tackle loneliness
Report produced by Vodafone urges the government to exploit the potential of technology to alleviate loneliness among older people Continue Reading
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News
19 Mar 2019
NatWest launches female-focused crowdfunding programme
Consumer bank NatWest is backing female entrepreneurs through a crowdfunding programme Continue Reading
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19 Mar 2019
Why IT leaders should work with marketing
Experts advise on how IT and marketing chiefs can work together to deliver a high-quality customer experience. Continue Reading
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News
14 Mar 2019
DCMS announces new funding for prison coding skills
The expanded scheme by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport is part of a a £1.2m package to help under-represented groups get jobs Continue Reading
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News
13 Mar 2019
Datacentre industry needs to raise its profile to address skills gaps, says panel
The veil of secrecy the datacentre industry operates under is doing it no favours when it comes to attracting talent, according to Data Centre World panel Continue Reading
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News
12 Mar 2019
RPA spend to increase after Brexit
Organisations will spend 20-30% more as a result of admin overheads expected after the UK leaves the EU, but companies are unprepared and skills are in short supply, analysts say Continue Reading
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Podcast
12 Mar 2019
Podcast: The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload – Episode 7
In this week’s episode of The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast, the team talks cyber attacks against the NHS, the everywoman in Tech Forum, 5G connected cows, and covers off the latest round of revelations about Facebook’s data processing procedures Continue Reading
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News
12 Mar 2019
Australia should embrace automation but be aware of downsides
Experts at a McKinsey event in Sydney called for Australian enterprises to automate while acknowledging the need to reskill workers whose jobs could be displaced Continue Reading
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News
11 Mar 2019
HMRC CDIO Jacky Wright on why building diverse tech teams is socially responsible
During a wide-ranging Q&A session at this year's everywoman in tech forum, HMRC CDIO Jacky Wright set out why diversity matters when building government services, while worrying about workplace stereotypes is a waste of time Continue Reading
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News
11 Mar 2019
Amazon makes plans to increase diversity in its UK business
After research in partnership with Wise, Amazon has launched a number of initiatives to increase diversity in its UK business Continue Reading
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News
08 Mar 2019
Government announces changes to immigration rules
The government has announced changes to immigration rules, which will provide two new visas designed to allow skilled talent into the UK Continue Reading
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News
08 Mar 2019
Everywoman forum 2019: Closing the divide between science and art
At this 2019 everywoman in tech forum, experts discussed the connection between the artistic and the technical, as well as the importance of role models in encouraging others into the sector Continue Reading
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E-Zine
08 Mar 2019
CW Europe: Robots deliver savings for Dutch postal service
In this issue we look at how Dutch delivery company PostNL is reaping huge efficiency savings by using robotic technology to automate time-consuming administrative tasks, Facebook’s opposition to the referral of questions about the legality of data transfers between Europe and the US to the European Court of Justice, and how Oslo is thriving from a unique combination of business agility, a cultural receptiveness to technology, and a social desire to do good. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
07 Mar 2019
Half of government IT jobs in 2023 do not exist today
Widespread digital transformation in the public sector means government CIO responsibilities will change rapidly in the next four years and many of those future roles do not yet exist, says Gartner Continue Reading
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News
07 Mar 2019
FDM everywoman in Technology Awards: 2019 winners announced
Women’s network everywoman has announced the winners of this year’s everywoman in Tech Awards, sponsored by FDM Continue Reading
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News
05 Mar 2019
IR35 reforms: HMRC urges private sector to start prepping now for April 2020 roll-out
HM Revenue & Customs is canvassing views about how best to press ahead with the introduction of the IR35 reforms to the private sector, and is urging those likely to be affected by the move to start getting ready Continue Reading
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News
05 Mar 2019
Santander latest bank to tap Google experience
Spanish banking giant is tapping IT skills from Google through its latest senior tech appointment Continue Reading
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Blog Post
04 Mar 2019
FDM everywoman finalist profile: Laurelin Chase, student at Clacton County High School
WOMEN IN TECH PROFILE: Laurelin Chase, student at Clacton County High School and FDM everywoman in technology awards finalist in the “One to Watch Award” category, talks about the role models that ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
04 Mar 2019
FDM everywoman finalist profile: Nelly Kiboi, software engineer, American Express
WOMEN IN TECH PROFILE: Nelly Kiboi, software engineer at American Express, and FDM everywoman in technology awards finalist in the software engineering category, answers questions about her role ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
04 Mar 2019
FDM everywoman finalist profile: Megha Prakash, founder of Earthmiles
WOMAN IN TECH PROFILE: Finalist in the FDM everywoman in Technology Awards Innovator Award category, Megha Prakash, founder of Earthmiles and Earthmiles@Work answers questions about her role and ... Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Mar 2019
Is it too soon for AI in the education landscape?
This year saw education secretary Damian Hinds call for more tech in schools to help reduce teacher workload, but are schools ready, and how do we fix the pressing issues faced by UK education? Continue Reading
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News
02 Mar 2019
Facebook asked George Osborne to influence EU data protection law
Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg invited one of the chancellor’s children to Facebook’s office as part of a intensive lobbying programme to influence European data protection legislation Continue Reading
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Feature
01 Mar 2019
Using simulated disaster management to tackle the security skills gap
With the increasing need for cyber security professionals, organisations are turning to new ways to address the skills gap facing the security sector Continue Reading
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News
01 Mar 2019
Tech She Can Charter enters second year
PwC charter Tech She Can Charter has entered its second year after having grown to over 90 organisations dedicated to increasing the number of women in tech Continue Reading
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News
01 Mar 2019
Alibaba Cloud aims to teach one million women to code by 2030
Through partnerships, Alibaba Cloud plans to teach one million women to code by 2030, as well as tackle other social challenges Continue Reading
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News
28 Feb 2019
APAC financial firms face roadblocks with RPA
IDC monitored the automation projects of over 30 early adopters of RPA in financial services and found that most were unable to scale up their implementations of the technology Continue Reading
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News
27 Feb 2019
Amazon to create more than 1,000 UK apprenticeships
Tech giant Amazon has committed to creating more than 1,000 apprenticeships at different levels across the UK Continue Reading
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News
27 Feb 2019
How CIOs can earn respect from business peers
CIOs recognise that standing out means being more like a business manager than a technology guru Continue Reading
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News
27 Feb 2019
Interview: London Grid for Learning CEO on putting technology to work in schools
John Jackson, CEO of the London Grid for Learning, discusses how the organisation supports technology adoption in schools Continue Reading
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Opinion
26 Feb 2019
Improving public/private collaboration to boost digital government
TechUK and the civil service are working together on a programme to develop digital skills in Whitehall and a better understanding of government needs in the tech industry Continue Reading
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Podcast
26 Feb 2019
Podcast: The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload – Episode 5
In this week’s episode of The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast, the team discuss Greenpeace’s latest datacentre sustainability research, the work the government is doing to support the growth of the UK’s AI talent pool, and covers how Kellogg's is embracing virtual reality tech Continue Reading
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News
25 Feb 2019
Nordic tech is increasing diversity but more needs to be done
The shortage of women in the boardroom is a problem in the Nordics, like other regions, but work in its tech sector means the future could be more promising Continue Reading
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News
25 Feb 2019
Nominet and Learning Foundation launch digital inclusion taskforce
Taskforce aims to tackle digital exclusion, which leaves many people in the UK without access to digital technology Continue Reading
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Blog Post
22 Feb 2019
Google opens developer space in Singapore
Inspired by the cafes in Silicon Valley that developers hang out at to meet fellow coders and potential employers, Google has opened a similar space at its Asia-Pacific headquarters in Singapore ... Continue Reading
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News
20 Feb 2019
Higher wages for IT professionals in Australia and New Zealand, but diversity issues remain
The talent crunch in Australia and New Zealand has pushed up wages in the IT sector, but more work is needed to foster workplace diversity Continue Reading
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News
20 Feb 2019
Estonia redoubles efforts to attract global IT talent
IT professionals from all over the world are being lured to Estonia through a government recruitment campaign Continue Reading
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Podcast
19 Feb 2019
Podcast: The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload – Episode 4
In this week’s episode of The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast, the team covers Matt Hancock’s bid to get the NHS to embrace email, the government’s push to extend IR35 to the private sector, and how technology can transform staff training Continue Reading
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News
19 Feb 2019
Adopting digital learning in firms
At the Learning Technologies conference in London, three experts discuss adopting digital learning technologies in their firms Continue Reading
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News
18 Feb 2019
Chief data officer role now well-entrenched, says Gartner
Three out of five chief data officers in a Gartner study reported an increase in headcount, though few are measuring the value of their data assets Continue Reading
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News
18 Feb 2019
DCMS Select Committee claims Facebook ‘deliberately frustrated’ fake news inquiry
Facebook’s UK public policy manager defends its participation in MPs' inquiry into the spread of fake news and disinformation online, which concludes by declaring an end to self-regulation by social media firms Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Feb 2019
How to improve your networking career path in 3 steps
Network technology is always changing. As a result, your IT network skills need to evolve, as well. Take a look at three steps you can take on your networking career path. Continue Reading
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News
15 Feb 2019
(ISC)² invests in professional development of security workforce
Security industry association sets up Professional Development Institute to extend training offerings beyond certification Continue Reading
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News
14 Feb 2019
Action needed as venture capitalists reluctant to invest in fintechs founded by women
Action is needed if fintechs set up by women are to receive the same level of venture capitalist backing as those set up by men Continue Reading
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News
13 Feb 2019
Manchester not-for-profit launches campaign to encourage girls into STEM
Not-for-profit trade organisation Manchester digital has launched a campaign to encourage more young women to pursue STEM careers Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Feb 2019
Career choices for storage admins as technologies converge
There is collateral damage in datacentre convergence, and it is becoming increasingly difficult for storage administrators to stick with storage-centric skillsets. Two solutions exist Continue Reading
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News
13 Feb 2019
Accenture to use virtual reality for inclusive hiring practices
Tech giant Accenture has started using technologies such as augmented and virtual reality to make its hiring process less biased Continue Reading
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News
12 Feb 2019
London tech giants commit to creating one million tech jobs by 2023
London private sector network Tech London Advocates has launched a pledge signed by hundreds of tech sector greats to create a million tech jobs in the city over the next five years Continue Reading
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Blog Post
12 Feb 2019
Diversity and inclusion – getting the balance right
GUEST BLOG: In this contributed post, Patricia DuChene, GM EMEA and VP of Sales at Wrike, discusses the fine line between diversity and inclusion, as well as lessons she's learnt during her career ... Continue Reading
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News
12 Feb 2019
Tech and charity partnership encourages girls into STEM
US datacentre hardware firm’s partnership with two Irish organisations will encourage young women to pursue tech careers as STEM competition is launched Continue Reading
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News
12 Feb 2019
Digital project failure still off the menu
Eight years ago, YouTube head Susan Wojcick described eight pillars that Google uses to innovate – but IT pros are still failing to fail fast Continue Reading
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Podcast
12 Feb 2019
Podcast: The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload – Episode 3
In this week’s episode of The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast, the team covers Brexit (again), Marks & Spencer’s efforts to court startups in the name of digital transformation, and a watercolour-based digital preservation case study Continue Reading
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News
11 Feb 2019
More than one-third of women deterred by lack of diversity in tech
In a survey, just over one-third of women in the technology sector said the lack of gender equality in the industry made them uncomfortable at the start of their career Continue Reading
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News
11 Feb 2019
Vodafone announces winners of Techstarter accelerator
Vodafone has announced the winners of its startup accelerator programme, aimed at helping young companies developing technology for social good Continue Reading
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News
11 Feb 2019
AI and robotics to form part of curriculum for future medical students
For the NHS to capitalise on the digital future, new technologies such as artificial intelligence and robotics will have to be designed into the learning process for medical students Continue Reading
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News
11 Feb 2019
London attracted more tech talent than rest of Europe in 2018
London was the top European destination for international tech talent in 2018, attracting more skilled workers than the rest of Europe, according to research Continue Reading
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Blog Post
11 Feb 2019
Makers launches nominations for inaugural Women in Software Power List
Software developer bootcamp Makers has launched its first annual Women in Software Power List, nominations for which are now open. In partnership with Level39, the Women in Software Power List is ... Continue Reading
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News
11 Feb 2019
Culture clash cripples digital business
CIOs urged to work with HR to help staff take on new working practices that support digital transformation initiatives Continue Reading
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Blog Post
07 Feb 2019
FDM everywoman in Technology Awards 2019 finalists announced
The finalists for the 2019 FDM everywoman in Technology Awards have been announced prior to the awards ceremony in March 2019 Judges have decided on the finalists for the 2019 FDM everywoman in ... Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Feb 2019
How IT leaders can build great relationships with marketing leaders
Experts dish out their advice on how to work better together with their marketing peers to deliver a high-quality customer experience Continue Reading
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E-Zine
07 Feb 2019
CW Benelux: Google helps Dutch schools to teach computer skills
A programme in the Netherlands to help primary schools provide computational thinking and programming, developed with financial support from Google, is well on schedule. Also read about four Russians’ attempted hack into the networks of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons in The Hague, and how Dutch delivery company PostNL is making savings by using robotic technology to automate administrative tasks. Continue Reading
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News
06 Feb 2019
Suffolk County Council awards 20-year WAN contract
MLL Telecom will work with CityFibre to extend Suffolk County Council’s existing WAN to 600 sites and offer them ultrafast connectivity services Continue Reading
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News
06 Feb 2019
Coders and developers: The new heroes of the network?
Cisco is moving towards a software-based future. We chatted to Susie Wee, founder and leader of Cisco developer and innovation programme, DevNet, to find out how she is helping to enable this change Continue Reading
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Blog Post
06 Feb 2019
A Skills Policy for the Fourth Industrial Revolution
The pace of change in the skills in demand (as machine intelligence, now called AI, matures) is matched only by the pace of change in educational technology (using machine intelligence to transform ... Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Feb 2019
The nightmare driving test: How to make sure self-driving cars are safe
Simulating realistic environments using deep learning to enable self-driving cars to learn the rules of the road will prove more useful than any amount of real-world practice. We find out why, and meet the people doing something about it Continue Reading
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Podcast
05 Feb 2019
Podcast: The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload - Episode 2
In this week’s episode of Computer Weekly’s Downtime Upload podcast, the team discuss what went on at Cisco Live Europe, consider the benefits of office robots, and deep dive into the financial results of AWS, SAP and Microsoft Continue Reading
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News
03 Feb 2019
Alibaba Cloud teams up with SMU on training programme
Alibaba Cloud will equip small and medium-sized enterprises with cloud computing and other technology skills through a partnership with Singapore Management University Continue Reading
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News
01 Feb 2019
Innocent people arrested following surveillance blunders, IPCO reveals
Interception of communications commissioner Adrian Fulford warns of “grave” repercussions for people wrongly identified as suspects due to errors made when government bodies access email, phone and telephone data Continue Reading
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Blog Post
01 Feb 2019
Digital Britain Needs You
BT has announced plans to train another 3,000 apprentices on top of 3,500 engineers, including apprentices, hired last year. The announcement included an update on BT’s plans for new and upgraded ... Continue Reading
