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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Tip
01 May 2025
How to measure developer productivity
Measuring only the hard numbers of dev activity can have deleterious effects on developer experience, productivity and even retention. Try measuring dev productivity holistically. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 May 2025
How has US pushback affected UK DEI?
US organisations are rolling back their diversity, equity and inclusion programmes, which is likely to have an impact on tech companies in the UK with US contracts – so what will DEI look like in UK tech in the wake of President Trump’s decisions? Continue Reading
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News
25 Jul 2019
Hewlett Packard Enterprise invests big in India
Enterprise IT giant aims to take advantage of India’s fast-growing economy and the country’s wealth of tech talent Continue Reading
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Podcast
24 Jul 2019
Podcast: The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload – Episode 25
In this week’s episode of the Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast, Brian McKenna, and Clare McDonald are joined by Cliff Saran to discuss the 50th anniversary of the Moon landing, including the technology involved, and how it compares with today’s technology Continue Reading
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Blog Post
19 Jul 2019
Code Club: four perspectives on Code Club and the tech pipeline
I went to a Code Club and polled the children in attendance to find out their opinions on technology careers, and I was surprised by their answers. There is a debate among those in the technology ... Continue Reading
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News
19 Jul 2019
Second CyberThreat Summit announced by NCSC and SANS Institute
CyberThreat 2019 aims to bring together a more diverse set of technical professionals in cyber security from the private and public sectors in the UK and abroad to encourage collaboration Continue Reading
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News
19 Jul 2019
Government launches retraining scheme for workers impacted by tech
Amid fears that artificial intelligence and automation will put people out of work, the government is working on a retraining programme to help those affected by AI to fit into new roles Continue Reading
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News
19 Jul 2019
Worries over impact of foreign talent on Australia’s tech jobs put to rest
Local tech industry welcomes a new report from the Committee for the Economic Development of Australia which found that migrants have not had a negative impact on wages or participation rates of Aussie workers Continue Reading
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News
18 Jul 2019
Singapore shores up data protection capabilities
The Singapore government has developed a skills framework for data protection officers and is looking to certify organisations under a regional cross-border privacy rules system Continue Reading
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Blog Post
17 Jul 2019
Setting out the target for diversity
GUEST BLOG: As companies continue to face an enormous digital skills gap, Helen Wollaston, Chief Executive of WISE, the campaign for gender balance in science, technology, engineering and maths ... Continue Reading
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Podcast
17 Jul 2019
Podcast: The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload – Episode 24
In this week’s episode of the Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast, Brian McKenna, Caroline Donnelly and Clare McDonald talk about using Alexa to search for medical advice, how a good cup of tea can solve most problems and whether more should be done to provide childcare at tech events Continue Reading
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News
15 Jul 2019
Voting open for the most influential woman in UK technology 2019
Who do you think deserves the title of most influential woman in UK technology 2019? Submit your vote now Continue Reading
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News
15 Jul 2019
Alan Turing to be face of new £50 note
Computing pioneer and code-breaker Alan Turing is to be featured on the new polymer £50 note Continue Reading
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Blog Post
15 Jul 2019
Help set the forward agenda for Schools and Skills
Current UK digital skills policy is disjointed and unsustainable. Help set the agenda for harnessing our native talent instasd of relying on imported skills. Continue Reading
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News
15 Jul 2019
Organisations turn to AI in race against cyber attackers
Businesses are racing to automate their defences as hackers and nation states launch increasingly sophisticated cyber attacks Continue Reading
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News
12 Jul 2019
Sweden’s SEB bank uses mob programming across business
Hack day sees 70 developers successfully demonstrate mob programming method that banking group is now using to develop applications in an agile way Continue Reading
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News
12 Jul 2019
Most Influential Women in UK Tech: The 2019 longlist
In its search for the most influential women in UK technology, each year Computer Weekly asks the tech industry to nominate who it thinks should be considered for the top 50. Here is the longlist for 2019 Continue Reading
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News
11 Jul 2019
Draft finance bill dims hopes of private sector reprieve on April 2020 roll-out of IR35 reforms
Publication of the draft IR35 private sector reform legislation dims hopes the government might announce a delay to rolling out the changes in April 2020 Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Jul 2019
Retailers engineer new ways to recruit and retain IT talent
Senior leaders at Holland & Barrett, Feelunique and BrandAlley offer tips on finding and keeping sought-after engineering and developer talent Continue Reading
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News
10 Jul 2019
CDO interview: Julia Aymonier, École Hôtelière de Lausanne
As organisations transform digitally, the roles of those leading these IT projects are changing too, says Julia Aymonier, CDO at Switzerland-based hospitality school École Hôtelière de Lausanne Continue Reading
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News
09 Jul 2019
IT strategies benefit from taking risks
Businesses reward bold IT investments. But CIOs and tech teams need to focus on communicating benefits of new innovation to the business Continue Reading
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News
09 Jul 2019
CIO interview: Craig Donald, CIO, The Football Association
Although self-confessed as ‘not the most passionate football fan’, the FA’s IT chief is helping to transform administration of the sport through technology Continue Reading
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News
09 Jul 2019
Deutsche Bank cuts jobs but increases tech spend
Deutsche Bank is making swingeing cuts to its workforce over the next two and a half years and has pinned its hopes on the latest technology to make it possible. Continue Reading
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News
08 Jul 2019
Government aims to make level 4 and 5 qualifications more popular
Proposed changes to the qualifications that sit between A-levels and university degrees are intended to tackle skills shortages in science, technology, engineering and maths Continue Reading
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News
08 Jul 2019
IISP gains Royal Charter status
The UK finally has its first national professional body for cyber security that will be responsible for setting the standards for skills and knowledge in the industry to reduce the skills gap and increase diversity Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Jul 2019
Enterprise architect role is more about business than ever
Today's enterprise architects are more than just top-tier developers. Just like CIOs, they're expected to sit at the C-level table and shape business strategy. Continue Reading
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News
02 Jul 2019
DWP data hub develops prototype skills recommendation engine
Machine learning algorithm on Microsoft Azure identifies associated skills, based on the skills specified in online job adverts Continue Reading
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Podcast
02 Jul 2019
Podcast: The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload – Episode 22
In this week’s episode of the Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast, Brian McKenna, Caroline Donnelly and Clare McDonald talk about digital transformation in the NHS, Sky’s efforts to get more women working in tech and how big businesses could be risking extinction by ignoring IT Continue Reading
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News
01 Jul 2019
NTT picks London for newly formed global business
NTT says unifying its various units under one umbrella and basing it in London will help it take full advantage of both its clients’ demands for joined up digital services, and the capital’s booming tech economy Continue Reading
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News
01 Jul 2019
The Great Eastern way to digital transformation
Regional insurance company Great Eastern has rolled out a new digital platform to better serve customers while morphing its DNA from the inside out Continue Reading
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Blog Post
28 Jun 2019
Generation Z - what have we done to you?
GUEST BLOG: In this contributed blog post, Byron Calmonson, director at The Resourcing Hub discusses what the future of work will look like, and whether the next generation are ready for it. The ... Continue Reading
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News
28 Jun 2019
Apple design chief Jony Ive confirms company departure after nearly 30 years
After nearly 30 years of shaping the aesthetic of Apple products, the firm's chief design officer, Jony Ive, is leaving the company Continue Reading
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News
28 Jun 2019
Interview: How Defra is getting its IT systems ready for Brexit
The director in charge of building and implementing the core systems supporting the department most affected by Brexit talks exclusively to Computer Weekly about the present and future of a new function of hundreds of staff Continue Reading
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Feature
27 Jun 2019
Employee activism: How staff revolts are shaking up the IT recruitment landscape
As staff at tech giants Microsoft, Google and Amazon continue to speak out about pressing social issues, pressure is growing on firms to better align themselves with their employees on ethics Continue Reading
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News
25 Jun 2019
Australia’s demand for cloud continues to soar
Over 40% of local businesses are now using public cloud services, though the lack of cloud skills remains a key barrier to wider adoption Continue Reading
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News
25 Jun 2019
AI will drive reskilling in problem solving, creativity and collaboration
A study from the Economist Intelligence Unit has found that executives do not believe that artificial intelligence will lead to job losses, but staff will need retraining Continue Reading
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News
25 Jun 2019
Sky invests £125,000 in female-led business ideas
Five women have been awarded their share of £125,000 from Sky to pursue technology-led business ideas Continue Reading
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News
24 Jun 2019
Release date clarification sought for revamped CEST tool as private sector IR35 reforms near
HMRC is under growing pressure to say when its revamped IR35 online tax status tool will be released, as stakeholders air grievances over current issues with the answers it produces Continue Reading
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News
24 Jun 2019
A third of jobs could become redundant as a result of digitisation
Around 12 million jobs could significantly change or become redundant by 2024 as a result of the adoption of digital technologies Continue Reading
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News
24 Jun 2019
US tech industry’s racial wage gap is widening, report finds
A report on salaries in the tech industry has found that the racial wage gap in the US is widening, despite the average tech worker salary increasing year on year Continue Reading
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News
21 Jun 2019
Nominations open for UK’s security unsung heroes
The Security Serious cyber awareness campaign has opened nominations for the fourth annual cyber security Unsung Heroes awards Continue Reading
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News
21 Jun 2019
Parents don’t know enough about cyber careers
Research by the SANS Institute finds that while parents are aware of cyber security, they don’t know enough to encourage their children into cyber roles Continue Reading
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Opinion
21 Jun 2019
Will artificial intelligence be a recruiter’s new best friend?
AI and machine learning are being introduced into corporate recruitment to save time and money, but employers need to understand the legal risks Continue Reading
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News
21 Jun 2019
CIOs experience stress, verbal and physical abuse during IT failures
Business continuity involves more than the investment in resilient IT – staff and their families need support too Continue Reading
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News
20 Jun 2019
UK citizens call for diversity in AI to be addressed
Public wants government and tech companies to tackle diversity issues related to the application of artificial intelligence, a study has found Continue Reading
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News
20 Jun 2019
Tech startups establish deep roots in Copenhagen
Danish capital offers all the advantages startups need to get off the ground and many are staying there for the long haul Continue Reading
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News
19 Jun 2019
Looming private sector IR35 reforms prompts calls for gig economy-focused tax system overhaul
The growth of the gig-based economy has exposed weaknesses in the UK tax system – exacerbated by the IR35 reforms – that mean an overhaul is needed, panel claims Continue Reading
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News
19 Jun 2019
Finland’s Tieto and Norway’s Evry merge to fend off competition from Indian suppliers
Two of the Nordic region's biggest IT suppliers merge as competition in their home region increases Continue Reading
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News
19 Jun 2019
Oxford University accepts £150m for artificial intelligence research
Oxford University has accepted £150m to build a new humanities hub that will include a centre for artificial intelligence ethics research from Stephen Schwarzman, a US private equity boss Continue Reading
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Opinion
19 Jun 2019
Opening a path into a tech career for anyone
The technology sector needs new talent and must get better at appealing to people at all stages of their life and career Continue Reading
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Video
17 Jun 2019
Inside MyRepublic’s digital transformation journey
MyRepublic’s group CIO and chief operating officer talks up the company’s digital transformation journey and how it has overcome challenges that stood in its way Continue Reading
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News
17 Jun 2019
HMRC urged to delay April 2020 extension of IR35 rules to private sector by 'at least' 12 months
An analysis of the responses HMRC has reportedly received to its consultation on extending the IR35 tax avoidance reforms to the private sector suggests the tax agency is coming under pressure to put its plans on hold for at least 12 months Continue Reading
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Blog Post
14 Jun 2019
London Tech Week opinion 1: Incorporating diversity in your company
Diversity in the tech industry is vital if the UK is to prosper, but how do companies build it into their DNA? Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Jun 2019
Interview: Rackspace EMEA CTO on why it pays to put people at the heart of IT transformation
Rackspace EMEA CTO Lee James opens up about how taking a people-first approach to digital transformation raises staff morale and engagement levels while helping the managed cloud provider win new business Continue Reading
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News
13 Jun 2019
UK tech visa application numbers rise for the fifth year in a row, Tech Nation confirms
Data from visa endorsement body Tech Nation reveals 45% year on year jump in tech visa applications, with India and the US emerging as the two major sources of candidates Continue Reading
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News
13 Jun 2019
TTC experts say collaboration necessary for improving tech diversity
Despite initiatives designed to increase the number of women in tech, progress is slow. But it could be faster with more collaboration, say signatories of the Tech Talent Charter Continue Reading
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News
13 Jun 2019
AWS skills collaboration gives rise to two-year pre-university cloud qualification
Amazon Web Services joins forces with Career College Trust to create cloud course that will prepare students for entry-level tech jobs or further education at university Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Jun 2019
Rise in business-led IT spend increases risks and opportunities
Digitally leading businesses benefit from faster time to market, better employee experience and improved finances, but lack of partnership between CIOs and business units can jeopardise progress, says Harvey Nash / KPMG survey Continue Reading
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News
12 Jun 2019
From oil crash to tech startup boom in Norway
For countries highly dependent on oil, the global price crash had huge potential ramifications – one of which, in Norway, was the development of a thriving technology sector Continue Reading
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Opinion
11 Jun 2019
Gender diversity is failing in tech: how can we turn it around?
Todays technology organisations need innovative thinking, communication, relationship building, influencing and listening – skills that a lot of women possess in abundance. Yet employers frequently advertise jobs in ways that unwittingly deter women from joining their IT teams. Some simple changes could make a huge difference Continue Reading
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Opinion
11 Jun 2019
Why the rise of IT managed by the business is driving creative thinking
Organisations that encourage business units to implement and run their own IT systems have an edge over competitors that rely entirely on the IT department, research from Harvey Nash and KPMG reveals Continue Reading
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Podcast
11 Jun 2019
Podcast: The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload – Episode 19
In this week’s episode of the Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast, Brian McKenna, Caroline Donnelly and Clare McDonald look at the tech credentials for more of the Conservative Party candidates, talk about Computer Weekly’s list of the Most Influential Women in UK Tech, and discuss the importance of culture in organisations Continue Reading
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11 Jun 2019
Assessing the regional differences in the UK’s computing curriculum
Teaching young people about the importance of digital skills is a focus of the education system across the UK, but the delivery of these skills is different across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland – who has it right? Continue Reading
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E-Zine
11 Jun 2019
Are schools delivering on digital skills?
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we look at the differing approaches to teaching computer science across the UK and assess the pros and cons of each. Our latest buyer’s guide examines the technologies and best practices of multicloud environments. And we find out what you get for your money when buying cyber insurance. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
10 Jun 2019
TSB makes key appointment in IT restructure
Mark Curran moves from CYBG to head up reorganisation that will see control of TSB’s IT transferred to an internal team from parent company’s tech subsidiary Continue Reading
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News
10 Jun 2019
BCS urges universities to push ethics standards on AI masters degrees
Ethics is a key requirement blue-chip firms will look for in artificial intelligence MSc graduates Continue Reading
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Blog Post
10 Jun 2019
London Tech Week role heightened as London needs a showcase to give clarity amid Brexit haze
London Tech Week needs to promote London to the rest of the world because Brexit is creating major uncertainty about the city's future Continue Reading
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Blog Post
07 Jun 2019
A hospice for a dying HE/FE funding regime - A review of the Augar Report
The report of the Independent Panel to the Review into the funding of Further and Higher Education was not just about Student loans and University Funding . But most of the 370 submissions came ... Continue Reading
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News
07 Jun 2019
CIO interview: John Finch, Refinitiv
Refinitiv CIO John Finch says finding people with the right level of data science skills is his biggest challenge Continue Reading
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News
06 Jun 2019
Ofcom’s Sharon White to step down at Christmas
Chief executive will leave her role at the telecoms regulator at the end of 2019 Continue Reading
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News
06 Jun 2019
Datacentre operators urged to look beyond past experience to fill talent gaps
Panellists at the annual Datacloud Europe Congress in Monaco claim operators will continue to struggle to plug talent gaps while focusing on finding candidates with years of experience in datacentres, rather than those with an aptitude for the type of work it involves Continue Reading
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News
05 Jun 2019
CIO interview: Chris Worle, chief digital officer, Hargreaves Lansdown
Former marketing director is defining the newly created CDO role at the financial services firm, and is starting to appreciate the cultural changes involved in digital transformation Continue Reading
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News
05 Jun 2019
Yoox Net-A-Porter launches female-focused fashion app competition
Online fashion retailer Yoox Net-A-Porter is asking young women to submit ideas for an app which helps drive sustainability in the fashion industry Continue Reading
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News
05 Jun 2019
Nominations open for Most Influential Women in UK Technology 2019
Computer Weekly is seeking nominations for this year’s list of the 50 most influential women in UK technology Continue Reading
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News
04 Jun 2019
Why HR and procurement need to collaborate
A lack of insight into the external skills they use means organisations are missing out on smart human capital management Continue Reading
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Podcast
04 Jun 2019
Podcast: The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload – Episode 18
In this week’s episode of the Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast, Brian McKenna, Caroline Donnelly and Clare McDonald weigh up the technology credentials of some of the Conservative Party candidates, find out how Google Cloud is helping the Football Association to achieve its diversity goals, and why Sweden appears to be rowing back on its cashless society plans Continue Reading
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E-Zine
04 Jun 2019
In this week’s issue: GDPR one year on – is it working?
In this week’s Computer Weekly, a year after the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into force, we assess its progress. Fears of technology are holding back digital healthcare – we look at the tech that’s bringing back a human touch. And we examine Microsoft’s desktop management tools for Windows 10. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jun 2019
More than half of UK workforce lacks essential digital skills, says Lloyd’s
In the modern world, digital skills are becoming increasingly important, but a large amount of the UK workforce doesn’t measure up, Lloyd’s has found Continue Reading
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Blog Post
31 May 2019
Passing the baton on Cybersecurity Skills
This year will be the first time I visit Infosec with no agenda. Or to be more precise I will have a Community Safety rather than a Cybersecurity Skills Agenda. This has caused me to take a cool ... Continue Reading
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News
31 May 2019
Migration Advisory Committee calls for expansion of non-EU skilled work visas
As Brexit uncertainty increases, the Migration Advisory Committee has suggested adding more skilled roles to the Shortage Occupations List Continue Reading
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News
31 May 2019
How AI helps protect Japan’s road system from subsidence
Tokyo-based Kawasaki Geological Engineering is using Fujitsu’s Zinrai artificial intelligence system to develop a solution to erosion causing subsidence and sinkholes on Japan’s road network Continue Reading
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News
31 May 2019
The FA signs Google Cloud to support cloud-based push to make football more inclusive
The Football Association is on a mission to up female participation in the sport and make it more accessible to a larger number of fans, and it is teaming up with Google Cloud to achieve its goals Continue Reading
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News
30 May 2019
CIO interview: Sam Shah, director for digital development, NHS England
Uniquely, Sam Shah is both a clinician and a technology leader, and he hopes to use both skillsets to overhaul IT in the health service Continue Reading
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Feature
30 May 2019
Skills, digital and the manufacturing sector
Manufacturing still accounts for a large amount of the UK economy, and when it comes to the fourth industrial revolution, the UK has aspirations to be a world leader – but does it have the digital know-how to back it up? Continue Reading
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News
30 May 2019
Danish government launches national AI strategy
Strategy aims to capitalise on investment in artificial intelligence technologies to enhance Denmark’s societal advancement and give business and industry a competitive edge Continue Reading
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News
29 May 2019
Finland globalises AI training programme
The success of an online course in understanding artificial intelligence launched in Finland has led to a global roll-out Continue Reading
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News
28 May 2019
Dutch IT security firm dumps corporate structure
Boss of Netherlands-based Computest turns to self-management model to make company more nimble Continue Reading
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Blog Post
25 May 2019
5/10 for the IfA Digital Apprenticeships Standards Review
The Statutory Review of the Digital Apprenticeship standards inherited by the Institute for Apprenticeships answers less than half the question. Much of the question (e.g. allowable costs) is ... Continue Reading
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E-Zine
23 May 2019
CW Nordics: Nordea links up with IBM to meet fintech challenge
IBM’s €473m managed services contract with Nordea reflects an increasing trend among Nordic banks to outsource more of their IT to help meet the challenge of fintechs. Also read how a shortage of women in the boardroom is a problem in the Nordics but the tech sector points to a more promising future, and find out why the Norwegian government has launched a regulatory sandbox for the fintech sector. Continue Reading
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News
22 May 2019
HMRC's defence of IR35 online status checker tool likened to 'climate change denial'
In an open letter addressed to chancellor Philip Hammond and HMRC's CEO Jon Thompson, the tax collection agency's defence of its IR35 online status checker tool, CEST, is likened to climate change denial, as calls grow for it to be scrapped Continue Reading
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Blog Post
22 May 2019
Meet the women on the Software Powerlist
The Makers Academy coding bootcamp recently put together a list of 30 women in the software industry to showcase the sector’s female talent. Out of the many women who were put forward for ... Continue Reading
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News
21 May 2019
Sheffield’s network-of-networks goes beyond free Wi-Fi
For the city of Sheffield, rolling out a free-to-use city Wi-Fi network has become about much more than just letting shoppers browse the internet. We find out more Continue Reading
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News
21 May 2019
O2 extends resources and support for trans employees
Toolkit will support O2 employees going through their gender transition and help colleagues and managers create a more inclusive workplace Continue Reading
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E-Zine
21 May 2019
Using fintech to fight poverty
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we talk to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to find out how technology is fighting poverty by increasing financial inclusion. We examine how best to manage the challenges of Microsoft’s new plan for ongoing Windows 10 updates. And we find out how data innovation at Lloyd’s of London is supporting a wider digital modernisation at the 330-year-old insurance market. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
21 May 2019
Middle East Interview: Dubai-based Fetchr
Delivery app Fetchr is spreading across the Middle East with its mobile-to-mobile delivery service. We talk to its founder Continue Reading
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News
21 May 2019
Cyber security scholarships on offer in Belfast
Queen’s University Belfast is backing the cyber security sector with funding for master of science scholarships Continue Reading
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Blog Post
20 May 2019
How racist bias is embedded in software systems
The issue of racist bias encoded in software made mainstream news last week, with a report on Channel Four news highlighting how software for profiling criminal suspects, tend to have racial ... Continue Reading
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News
20 May 2019
Lloyds Bank creates 500 IT roles in Scotland
New recruits will support banking group’s digital transformation as it aims to give customers “Google-like experiences” Continue Reading
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News
20 May 2019
WISE develops partnership to encourage young people into STEM
Gender balance campaign partners with a range of organisations to promote careers in science, technology, engineering and maths Continue Reading
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News
17 May 2019
Interview: Ruha Benjamin, author, Race After Technology
Why do systems that are supposed to help society seem to have a disproportionately adverse effect on ethnic minorities? Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2019
CIOs want staff with good soft skills to help drive digital change
Effective communication of what is being done and why is vital for organisations implementing digital transformation, survey shows Continue Reading
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Answer
14 May 2019
Will 5G networks require new network engineer skills?
The 5G network will likely affect network engineer skills in areas such as security, physical appliances and software. But enterprise teams won't see too much change, for now. Continue Reading