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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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
By- Amy Larsen DeCarlo, GlobalData
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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
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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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
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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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
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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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
By- Yann Serra, LeMagIT
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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
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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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
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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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
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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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
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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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
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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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
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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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
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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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
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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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
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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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
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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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
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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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
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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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
By - 07 Feb 2019
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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
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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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
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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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
By- Philip Virgo, Winsafe Ltd
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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
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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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
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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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
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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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
By- Philip Virgo, Winsafe Ltd
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Blog Post
01 Feb 2019
Widening the discussion about tech careers
GUEST BLOG: In this contributed post, Clare Young, head of delivery at dxw digital discusses how tech careers are portrayed and what the industry needs to do to attract more women into tech. ... Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
01 Feb 2019
Fundamentals of retail won’t change despite tech disruption, say experts
Digital is becoming a big part of the way customers shop and how retailers deliver services, but the focus will always be on the customer, says panel of experts at BRC event Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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Blog Post
01 Feb 2019
The women in tech debate: are we still in the era of unconscious gender bias?
GUEST BLOG: In this contributed blog post, Dr Joanne Phoenix, interim executive director at Sensor City asks how far we've really come in eliminating gender bias In recent years, we have seen a ... Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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Podcast
31 Jan 2019
Podcast: The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload - Episode 1
In this inaugural episode of Computer Weekly’s Downtime Upload podcast, the team discusses retail, Brexit, Amazon Web Services and visiting the world’s “most beautiful” datacentre Continue Reading
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News
30 Jan 2019
AXA recruits AI assistants in back office
Insurance giant is deploying software robots to take over repetitive tasks and free up humans to do more analytical work Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
30 Jan 2019
NatWest opens academy to teach staff the power of data
Bank tools up its employees with the data skills required to offer customised products for customers Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
29 Jan 2019
No-deal Brexit would undermine digital economy, BCS warns
Skills, funding and the free flow of data are all at risk, says the chartered institute for IT Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
29 Jan 2019
IT leaders grapple with workforce skills gap as they deploy AI and digital technology
Organisations will have to find new ways of reskilling their workforce as they get to grips with artificial intelligence and other digital technologies. CIOs also need to keep their skills updated if they are to succeed Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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E-Zine
29 Jan 2019
A vintage digital transformation for Majestic Wines
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we examine the digital transformation of retailer Majestic Wines, and find out how buying online rival Naked Wines led to a cloud-led overhaul of the firm’s IT. We look at the challenges for IT managers as they prepare for the end of Windows 7 support in January 2020. And our latest buyer’s guide discusses deep learning technology. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jan 2019
Experts emphasise engagement as Stem competition is launched
British International Education Association launches Stem competition focused on saving the planet, but experts say more needs to be done to encourage interest in Stem Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
28 Jan 2019
Openreach to recruit 3,000 apprentices to support UK-wide full-fibre network deployment
New recruits from “all walks of life” will be trained at one of 12 educational facilities Openreach is set to open across the country Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
28 Jan 2019
DCMS funding fuels cyber diversity drive
The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport is investing in four new projects to drive the number of diverse candidates considered for cyber careers Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
25 Jan 2019
Budding UK cyber strategists gear up for national competition
Teams of UK university students are preparing to compete for the second time in analysing the threat of a simulated cyber attack to develop policies and strategies Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
25 Jan 2019
Tech Nation announces fourth cohort for Upscale programme
Startups will receive six months of coaching and take part in workshops, mentoring sessions and networking opportunities with the programme’s alumni Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
25 Jan 2019
Education minister calls for industry and educator partnerships
Secretary for education Damian Hinds has said the technology industry should work in partnership with education providers to solve common problems Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
25 Jan 2019
Wise calls on industry to encourage girls into Stem
Campaign for Stem gender balance calls on industry to encourage more young women into industry roles, and releases resources to keep girls more informed on possible future careers Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
24 Jan 2019
The presence of tech in the Stonewall 100
Each year, charity Stonewall releases a list of the top 100 LGBT+ employers. As technology becomes such a huge part of so many businesses, it has slowly begun to feature on the list Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
24 Jan 2019
CIO interview: Charles Ewen, Met Office
The Met Office’s CIO is working on a new, digital approach, using supercomputers, establishing pioneering partnerships and creating change Continue Reading
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News
24 Jan 2019
Business failing to see strategic value of cyber security
UK businesses are failing to get value out of cyber security because they fail to see its strategic importance and often have a negative attitude towards security professionals, a study has revealed Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
24 Jan 2019
Executive interview: The Weird approach to leadership
Letting others make their own decisions leads to a more dynamic approach to running a business, suited to the demands of an AI-fuelled economy Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
22 Jan 2019
IBM mobile cyber range starts European tour in London
IBM’s mobile cyber range is kicking of a tour in London to raise awareness around the need for tried and tested cyber attack responses among organisations in Europe Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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E-Zine
22 Jan 2019
Moving beyond network boundaries
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we look at how businesses are adapting to the challenges of perimeterless network security. We examine how digital transformation is bringing increased complications for identity and access management (IAM). And we ask if public cloud providers are becoming a threat to the funding model for open source software. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
21 Jan 2019
Home Office vetoes privacy campaigner from senior post in surveillance watchdog
The Home Office refuses academic and privacy campaigner, Eric King, security clearance for a senior role at the intelligence services watchdog, despite high-level backing from officials Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Jan 2019
Siemens connects to world’s largest UCC deployment
German technology powerhouse Siemens AG reveals how it unified communications and collaboration for hundreds of thousands of employees worldwide Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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E-Zine
17 Jan 2019
CW ASEAN: Dive into microservices
Microservices has become a buzzword linked with digital transformation, but it is no magic bullet for development woes. In this edition of CW ASEAN, we uncover the state of adoption of microservices in ASEAN and what needs to be in place for enterprises to get the most out of the technology. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
17 Jan 2019
Threat intelligence boosts security training
Security professionals in training can now benefit from real-time threat intelligence data, thanks to a partnership between Digital Shadows and Immersive Labs Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
17 Jan 2019
Tech Talent Charter launches benchmark to keep tabs on gender in IT roles
Industry collaborative Tech Talent Charter releases data on its signatory organisations to highlight the difference made by committing to shifting the dial on gender Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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E-Zine
17 Jan 2019
CW ANZ: Keeping pace with microservices
The adoption of microservices is patchy in Australia, but some sectors pursuing digital transformation are catching up. In this edition of CW ANZ, we look at how enterprises are using microservices to solve problems and the challenges they are facing in moving to this new paradigm in software development. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
15 Jan 2019
Digital transformation is real, say ASEAN CIOs
ASEAN CIOs are embracing digital transformation but face barriers in getting employees to adopt an agile mindset Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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E-Zine
15 Jan 2019
NHS plans for a digital future
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we look at the NHS Long-Term Plan and examine how it intends to transform UK healthcare for a digital age over the next 10 years. We analyse the latest chip developments from Intel and AMD to see what will change in the datacentre in 2019. And we ask the experts if cloud giant Amazon Web Services can continue its impressive growth trajectory. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
14 Jan 2019
Mobile and broadband markets fail digitally excluded groups
Financially vulnerable people, disabled and mentally ill people and elderly people all face significant challenges in accessing appropriate communications services, according to a new Ofcom report Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
14 Jan 2019
Tech usage in school more likely in UK than Germany
Most students in UK schools use technology as part of their learning – the same of which cannot be said about some German schools Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
10 Jan 2019
Enterprises are increasing the human workforce while deploying AI
Artificial intelligence is creating more jobs than it replaces, according to a study of businesses using the technology Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
10 Jan 2019
Fife Council upgrades WAN to offer ultrafast broadband services
Public sector sites across Fife in Scotland are to receive a transformational upgrade to their broadband speeds Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
09 Jan 2019
Apprenticeships have to change to be successful, says expert panel
Apprenticeships are becoming a popular alternative to university, but they have a long way to go, Harvey Nash Future Skills Programme event hears Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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Blog Post
09 Jan 2019
How Smart is your recruitment strategy?
GUEST BLOG: In this contributed blog post Byron Calmonson, director at the resourcing hub, discusses strategies for 'smart recruitment' and how this will contribute to a more diverse and inclusive ... Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
08 Jan 2019
IT professionals in London could see roles shipped to EU as result of Brexit
The UK and London in particular could see IT jobs in financial services move to hubs across the European Union as a result of Brexit. Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Blog Post
07 Jan 2019
“Don’t touch my hair” - expert advice for creating inclusivity
Part of building a diverse technology workforce is creating an inclusive culture, which can be a challenge when a number of those at the top come from a position of privilege, and are not aware of ... Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
07 Jan 2019
Parents claim soft skills are needed for future of work
Industry body TechUK has found parents are optimistic about their children’s future job opportunities, but many believe a focus on soft skills is needed Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
07 Jan 2019
IT profession to get one of the biggest pay rises this year
IT workers are set to receive one of the highest pay rises of all professions in the UK this year as competition for their skills increases Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
04 Jan 2019
JP Morgan looks for someone to lead its blockchain developments
Bank seeks executive to take on blockchain role, with responsibility for creating technology to solve business challenges Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
02 Jan 2019
Kaspersky Lab champions gender equality and digital child safety
Kaspersky Lab report highlights gender equality in the technology industry and child education about digital security Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
02 Jan 2019
Guide dogs not fazed by self-driving robots
Robotics startup Starship Technologies and charity Guide Dogs are collaborating on a series of tests exploring how service animals interact with robots Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
31 Dec 2018
Executive interview: Why Bet365 is going for Golang
If you face the same challenges as the web giants, why not choose a language developed by Google? We speak to Bet365’s head of sports development Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
28 Dec 2018
Top 10 HR technology stories of 2018
Companies are turning to artificial intelligence, robotic automation and chatbots to take the drudgery out of human resource management Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Dec 2018
Top 10 CIO interviews of 2018
IT leaders from across the UK and Europe shared their plans, strategies and best practice advice with Computer Weekly in 2018 Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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Feature
24 Dec 2018
Ready, headset, go: Retailers racing ahead with VR for staff training
Has virtual reality found its prime retail user case as a staff training tool? Recent moves from Costa Coffee and Walmart suggest it has Continue Reading
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News
24 Dec 2018
Top 10 women in tech and diversity in tech stories of 2018
Computer Weekly takes a look at some of the defining moments for women and diversity in the technology industry in 2018 Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
24 Dec 2018
Top 10 IT careers and skills stories of 2018
As we leave 2018, Computer Weekly takes a glance at how the technology careers and skills sector has developed over the past 12 months Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
21 Dec 2018
Government announces new plans to develop cyber talent
The government has announced plans for a Cyber Security Council to form a strategy for developing future cyber talent Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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Feature
21 Dec 2018
Managing digital change: The CIO challenge for 2019
As technology changes have an increasing impact on organisations, 2019 is the year when CIOs must adapt their teams to better manage digital disruption and business innovation Continue Reading
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News
21 Dec 2018
Less than a quarter of AI professionals are women
A report from the World Economic Forum has found there is a significant gender gap in artificial intelligence, and global gender parity will take 108 years to achieve Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
20 Dec 2018
Government whitepaper outlines new rules for skilled working visas
Government plans to go forward with a recommendation that the cap for tier 2 skilled working visas be removed Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
20 Dec 2018
Cancer Research works to improve users’ digital experience
UK charity has been working with Optimizely to develop a better user experience through its website, as well as improve the way the organisation works Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
19 Dec 2018
Tech sector vacancies increase by almost a quarter in 2018
Industry concerned over growing skills shortage as Brexit looms Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
18 Dec 2018
HSBC taking data analysis service to business customers
HSBC is upping its search for artificial intelligence expertise as it takes a data analytics service to its business customers Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
18 Dec 2018
Top 10 Nordic IT stories for 2018
Here are Computer Weekly's top 10 Nordic articles for 2018, with a look back at CIO interviews and the effect of AI on the region Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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E-Zine
18 Dec 2018
The 50 most influential people in UK IT 2018
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we reveal our annual UKtech50 list of the most influential people in UK IT. We talk to this year’s winner, HM Revenue & Customs chief digital and information officer Jacky Wright, about the challenges of government IT during Brexit and the changing role of the CIO. And we examine the issues around upgrading SAP’s ERP system to S/4 Hana. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
13 Dec 2018
CW Europe: Russia banks on electronic payments
A recent study by Sberbank, Russia’s largest state-run lender, shows the country has experienced a cashless payment boom over the past decade. Also read about the attempt by four Russians to break into the networks of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons in The Hague, and why the Estonian government is directly targeting IT professionals in the UK. Continue Reading
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News
13 Dec 2018
Chief technology officers in high demand in finance sector
Financial services firms need to hire experienced chief technology officers as the sector is transformed through fintech Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
13 Dec 2018
Government urged to create one million high tech jobs by 2030
The Trade Union Congress has called on the government to create a million new high tech and manufacturing jobs over the next 12 years Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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Blog Post
12 Dec 2018
Why learning Stem skills from a young age is so important
In this contributed post, MJ Chun, director of product, Anki, explains why children need to be exposed to science, technology, engineering and maths (Stem) from a young age. Coding was added to the ... Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
12 Dec 2018
UKtech50 2018: Women are making their mark
Women are making strong progress in the UK technology industry, with seven of the top 10 on Computer Weekly’s UKtech50 list being female Continue Reading
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News
12 Dec 2018
UKtech50 interview: Jacky Wright, CDIO, HMRC
The UKtech50’s most influential person in UK IT 2018, HM Revenue and Customs’ chief digital and information officer, Jacky Wright, on balancing priorities, leveraging new technologies and the changing role of the CIO Continue Reading
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12 Dec 2018
UKtech50 2018 – The most influential people in UK IT
Computer Weekly's annual search for the 50 most influential people in the UK tech scene is complete – meet the top 25 of 2018 Continue Reading
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Opinion
12 Dec 2018
Feudal Lords and anarchic allies – the new models for software collaboration
Software developers often take an unconventional view of contracts for the work they undertake, which can come back and bite them Continue Reading
By- Mark O’Halloran, Coffin Mew
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News
12 Dec 2018
Finland’s IT sector recovers after break-up of Nokia
Finnish government plays vital role in helping IT sector recover from the shock of Microsoft taking over the country’s biggest company Continue Reading
By- Gerard O'Dwyer
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News
11 Dec 2018
Large disparity in NHS cyber skills and training spend
Despite government pledges to up cyber security spending across the NHS, there are still huge disparities in cyber security skills and spending on cyber security training, FoI requests reveal Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
10 Dec 2018
BT upgrades InLink street kiosks for deaf, speech-impaired people
BT has added a next-generation text service to its InLink street kiosks to make the service more accessible to people who are deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
10 Dec 2018
Councils awarded funding for digital innovation projects
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government digital innovation fund awarded to a range of projects, including chatbots, artificial intelligence and town planning transformation Continue Reading
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Blog Post
06 Dec 2018
Diversity in analytics: how to overcome the obstacles and optimise the opportunities
In this guest blog, Jennifer Major, head of internet of things (IoT) at SAS UK & Ireland, discusses the obstacles and the opportunities involved creating diversity in analytics. In the face ... Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor