IT jobs and recruitment
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30 Apr 2025
Government funds training to build UK chip skills
The UK semiconductor sector needs talent but a report highlights challenges Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
30 Apr 2025
Artificial intelligence roles the ‘only safe jobs in banking’
World’s biggest banks have increased the number of employees working with artificial intelligence by 13% in the past six months Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
18 Nov 2014
Melissa Di Donato: Having a daughter changed everything
The Salesforce vice-president shares how her daughter has given her a new sense of responsibility to pave the way for more women in tech Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Nov 2014
We Are The City expands footprint to further support women in tech
We Are The City cuts ribbon on new offices due to growing demand from women in IT for more support Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Nov 2014
Ministry of Justice searches for IT staff to join digital team
The Ministry of Justice is recruiting people to join its team tasked with designed digital public services Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
11 Nov 2014
Tinder Foundation secures Future Digital Inclusion contract
Tinder Foundation lands contract with the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills to drive digital inclusion mission Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Nov 2014
Only 5% of Brits think IT is a fulfilling career choice
British public turn noses up at career in IT and tech finds Randstad Technologies survey Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Oct 2014
Hitachi aims for globalisation through technology to support people's lives
Hitachi showcases global social innovation projects at Innovation Forum in Tokyo Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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Feature
30 Oct 2014
How the BBC became digital in three-and-a-half years
The BBC has undergone a digital transformation that started 18 months prior to the London 2012 Olympic Games Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
27 Oct 2014
CIO interview: David Johnstone of Martin Currie Investment Management
The head of solutions management at the asset management firm discusses IT projects and the changing role of IT leaders Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Feature
22 Oct 2014
Interview: Ed Vaizey MP talks digital economy and digital skills
Minister for the digital economy Ed Vaizey discusses his new role and the future of digital policy Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Photo Story
12 Oct 2014
Central Saint Martins Creative Technology Day to inspire next generation
Central Saint Martins University of the Arts London hosted a day to inspire students to make technology instead of just consume it Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
06 Oct 2014
Barclays concludes first round of fintech accelerator
Barclays has finished the first round of its financial services technology (fintech) startup accelerator, following a demo day Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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E-Zine
03 Oct 2014
CW Europe - October 2014 Edition
BYOD policies: What’s allowed and what’s banned? As IT departments still try to come to terms with the notion of BYOD, CW Europe takes a look at what policies are being implemented to keep security under control. Continue Reading
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News
01 Oct 2014
Translation issues between IT and HR causing poor IT employment choices
Job skills are being lost in translation between IT and HR says Hudson Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Sep 2014
IT graduates face high unemployment but better long-term prospects
IT graduates more likely to find better jobs than those from other subjects, but face an unemployment rate well above average Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Sep 2014
UK Stem universities dominate world rankings
Three of the top five universities in the world specialising in Stem subjects are in the UK, according to higher education advisor Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Sep 2014
Kuato Studios teaches JavaScript through gaming
How Kuato Studios is inspiring children to code through gaming Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Sep 2014
Government seeks £110,000 director for Parliamentary Digital Service
Parliament is recruiting a digital director for the revamped Parliamentary Digital Service in a role offering a salary of £110,000 a year Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
11 Sep 2014
SVC2UK sends 17 female UK tech CEOs to Silicon Valley
UK CEOs head to Silicon Valley for mentorship from US female IT leaders Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Sep 2014
Pupils missing out on digital technology’s full potential
Pupils missing out on potential of digital technology as teacher are not “computer savvy” finds Virgin Media Business survey Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Sep 2014
'Bungled' Army 2020 IT recruitment contract loses £70m of savings
Mismanaged IT contracts lead to further setbacks in Ministry of Defence (MoD) and Army recruitment drive Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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E-Zine
03 Sep 2014
CW Europe - September 2014 Edition
CW Europe investigates how the IT sector is feeling as the UK computing curriculum commences. Are schools well equipped or unprepared? Continue Reading
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News
01 Sep 2014
Rolls-Royce CIO joins HMRC as non-executive director
Rolls-Royce CIO Simon Ricketts has been appointed non-executive director of Her Majesty’s Revenue & Customs Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
28 Aug 2014
Government appoints former Credit Suisse CIO as deputy CTO
The government has appointed former Credit Suisse CIO Magnus Falk as its new deputy chief technology officer (CTO) Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
21 Aug 2014
Digital industry apprenticeships unveiled by government
Digital industry standards unveiled to ensure apprentices receive a high standard of training during placement Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Aug 2014
CIO Interview: Hugh Fahy, CIO, Net-A-Porter
“I like to emphasis the ‘I’ bit in CIO,” says Hugh Fahy, chief information officer of the Net-A-Porter Group Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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E-Zine
15 Aug 2014
Cultivating IT Talent
While the latest GCE A-Level results suggest that more people than ever will go on to study science, technology, engineering and maths (Stem) courses at university, the IT industry is failing to attract enough new talent. An ageing workforce means there is a "demographic time bomb in IT". But there is growing interest in alternatives to university education, both from an employer and student perspective. Continue Reading
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News
15 Aug 2014
Tech Partnership reacts to disappointing ICT A-Level figures
Employers call for action after further decrease in number of ICT and computing A-Level students Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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Feature
14 Aug 2014
The UK’s new computing curriculum is here: Are teachers ready?
The computing curriculum is finally commencing, so have teachers found the support they needed to prepare in time? Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Aug 2014
UK recession benefits IT industry
A fifth of IT staff believe the UK recession has had a positive impact on the IT industry, according to Randstad Technologies Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
08 Aug 2014
Why John Linwood is not to blame for BBC’s failed technology project
Former BBC CTO has won his case for unfair dismissal over the failed £100m DMI project, but what lessons can be learned? Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
06 Aug 2014
George Osborne launches fintech innovation programme
Chancellor George Osborne launches a programme designed to put the UK at the forefront of financial technology (fintech) innovation Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
06 Aug 2014
Osborne announces seven university technical colleges
UTCs and studio schools to equip young people with technical and vocational training for tech and engineering sectors Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Aug 2014
Firms believe skills crisis could hit science, tech and engineering
The Prince’s Trust and HSBC report calls for employers to support young people into employment Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Aug 2014
Emma Mulqueeny: 97ers generation are employing themselves
Festival of Code brings young hackers together for Young Rewired State event to learn entrepreneurial skills Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Jul 2014
Anaplan opens York office in search of engineering talent
Anaplan turns to York for R&D engineers as companies struggle to find talent in California Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Jul 2014
Lack of coding skills may lead to skills shortage in Europe
European Commission urges people to learn coding, warning that a lack of coding skills could see Europe facing skills shortage by 2020 Continue Reading
By- Archana Venkatraman, Datacentre Editor
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News
16 Jul 2014
Ed Vaizey gets digital industries role in Cabinet reshuffle
Culture minister Ed Vaizey has been promoted to the post of minister for digital industries in this week’s Cabinet reshuffle Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
10 Jul 2014
Further education tutors lack time and support to utilise technology
Further education tutors lack time and support to explore technology options finds City & Guilds survey Continue Reading
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News
08 Jul 2014
Clear Returns wins Tech All Stars 2014 Best Young European Startup
E-commerce software firm Clear Returns handed the Tech All Stars 2014 Best Young European Startup award by Neelie Kroes Continue Reading
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E-Zine
07 Jul 2014
The most influential women in UK IT 2014
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we reveal our annual list of the 25 most influential women in UK IT – female IT leaders making a difference to the digital economy. We look at how to integrate iPads into the corporate IT infrastructure. And we profile enterprise software upstart Workday as it challenges Oracle and SAP. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Photo Story
07 Jul 2014
Rising Stars 2014: Most Influential Women in UK IT
During the judging process for the top 25 Most Influential Women in UK IT the judges felt that a Rising Star category needed to be added so a handful of the ladies could be acknowledged for their work and their potential. Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Jul 2014
Rising Stars revealed with Most Influential Women in UK IT list
Judges for Most Influential Women in UK IT hail five females as Rising Stars Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Jul 2014
Interview with the Most Influential Woman in UK IT 2014: Wendy Hall
Wendy Hall, who has been crowned the Most Influential Woman in UK IT 2014, says gender equality is not just a women’s issue Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Jul 2014
Computer Weekly names the 25 most influential women in UK IT
Find out the results of Computer Weekly's Women in Technology Awards, ranking the top 25 most influential women in UK IT 2014 Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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Photo Story
03 Jul 2014
Photo gallery: Top 25 Most Influential Women in UK IT 2014
View images and read the bios of the 25 most influential women in UK IT. Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Jul 2014
BBC promotes R&D controller Matthew Postgate to CTO role
The BBC has appointed its research and development (R&D) controller Matthew Postgate as the corporation's chief technology officer (CTO) Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
30 Jun 2014
The CIO Playbook – Innovation
Nicholas R. Colisto describes a comprehensive practical method to tap into your company's reservoir of innovation to solve real business problems in this extract from his book. Continue Reading
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30 Jun 2014
Managing the digital innovation process
Rob Lambert, visiting fellow at Cranfield School of Management, offers advice to CIOs who want to drive digital innovation in this presentation. Continue Reading
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News
30 Jun 2014
Realise Benefits from a Digital Strategy
Rob Lambert, visiting fellow at Cranfield School of Management, offers advice to CIOs on developing business cases and maximising the business value of digital technology projects. Continue Reading
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News
20 Jun 2014
Strategic IT
Find out how two leading CIOs have enabled their organisations to use information technology as strategic driver, in this extract from the book Strategic IT. Continue Reading
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News
20 Jun 2014
The Future of Corporate IT
This report from CEB looks at 5 key opportunities for IT to drive productivity and growth as digital technology changes the nature of the work environment. Continue Reading
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News
17 Jun 2014
Improve the success of HR systems implementation
Mark Martin, former HR executive at Direct Line Group and T-Mobile, lists the key questions you need to ask suppliers when selecting a HR Technology system. Continue Reading
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News
16 Jun 2014
Just Eat builds in-house IT workforce in Ukraine
Online takeaway service Just Eat has built a team of software development and project managers in the Ukranian capital Kiev Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Feature
13 Jun 2014
Dame Stephanie Shirley: Entrepreneurs learn to survive
Dame “Steve” Shirley shares her experiences of being an entrepreneurial woman in IT during the 1950s and 1960s Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Jun 2014
Unilever appoints Jane Moran as global CIO
Former CIO of Thomson Reuters, Jane Moran, has joined Unilever as its new global CIO Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
02 Jun 2014
Queen Mary University to offer networking crash course for ICT students
Queen Mary University of London to pilot a four-day network training and certification course Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
20 May 2014
Employers back student-led IT Counts campaign
Employers pledge to support student-led ITMB project that promotes IT as a career Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
19 May 2014
IT contractors confident they can plug the skills gap
A survey by Parasol reveals IT contractors are in it for the long term, with confidence in career prospects Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
19 May 2014
Half of UK public unaware of IT roles in British Army
One in two people do not know IT and communication roles are available as careers in the army Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
18 May 2014
Cisco CTO tells women "there is no such thing as work-life balance”
Cisco’s chief technology officer, Padmasree Warrior, said there is “no such thing as a work-life balance”, but instead she integrates the two Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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News
15 May 2014
Straight to the Top. CIO Leadership in a Mobile, Social, and Cloud-based World
There is a growing trend to emphasise the business skills of CIOs, but in-depth knowledge of technology is still necessary for CIOs to succeeed, writes Gregory S. Smith, in this extract from his book, Straight to the top. Continue Reading
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09 May 2014
Vodafone cuts 121 staff with Burton site closure
A review of Vodafone sites following its 2012 acquisition of Cable & Wireless Worldwide will see its Vodafone Business Services centre in Burton-on-Trent shut down, with 121 jobs at risk Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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06 May 2014
Most Influential Women in UK IT 2014: Nominations open
Computer Weekly’s Most Influential Women in UK IT 2014 awards are now open for nominations. Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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23 Apr 2014
Managing IT projects for business change. Dealing with trouble.
Jeff Morgan and Chris Dale offer advice on managing unanticipated events that can disrupt IT projects in this extract from their book, Managing IT Projects for Business Change. Continue Reading
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23 Apr 2014
How CIOs drive innovation and create value across the enterprise
Today's CIO is uniquely positioned to lead innovation and drive transformation across the modern enterprise, says Hunter Miller, in this extract from his book, Leading The Epic Revolution. Continue Reading
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22 Apr 2014
Talent shortage is threatening growth of London’s technology sector
A shortage of talent and immigration legislation has been blamed for hampering technology growth in London Continue Reading
By- Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist
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16 Apr 2014
Tech and engineering companies shine in Best for Vets Employers list
Almost one-third of the companies on the 2014 Best for Vets Employers list are from the tech, telecoms, engineering and science sectors Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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14 Apr 2014
IT and technology salaries rise 2.5% in 12 months
IT and technology salaries rise from £49,027 to £50,276 in 12 months, according to Greythorn survey Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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14 Apr 2014
Businesses lack skills for change management projects
Change management projects are on the rise, but businesses lack employees with relevant tech and business skills Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Apr 2014
BT wants young people to teach adults how to use the internet
BT has set up a project calling on young people to teach adults with no computing skills how to use the internet Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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09 Apr 2014
DWP should scrap existing Universal Credit IT, say MPs
Department for Work and Pensions should consider scrapping its existing IT for Universal Credit and focus solely on the new digital solution, say MPs Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
03 Apr 2014
RBS IT head Mike Errington retires
Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) IT head Mike "Offshore Errington" is to retire after months of speculation during the bank's cost-cutting operation Continue Reading
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01 Apr 2014
Samsung opens Digital Classroom at Royal Albert Hall
Samsung offers music, science and maths workshops for seven to 14 year olds at Royal Albert Hall Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
31 Mar 2014
Duke of York and Nominet launch iDEA Digital Enterprise Award scheme
Digital Enterprise Award scheme launched at Buckingham Palace to encourage young people to start their own businesses Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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Report
28 Mar 2014
2013 Salary-Survey: Exclusive download for ComputerWeekly members
The results of TechTarget's IT Salary and Careers Survey chart the compensation, job satisfaction, career paths and project priorities of 1,700 IT professionals, including hundreds of CIOs. Continue Reading
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27 Mar 2014
Time to prepare for bring your own smart machine
Virtual personal assistants and smart advisors are both poised to push their way into the enterprise in the next two years. How can CIOs prepare? Continue Reading
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24 Mar 2014
Two Cambridge graduates teach kids to code with robots
Robotiky looking for support to kick start project of teaching kids to code through the use of robots Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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24 Mar 2014
Grant Thornton spends £3m in move to cloud HR services
Financial advisory firm invests in cloud talent management as it gears up to expand its operations in the UK Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Mar 2014
CompTIA to launch Advancing Women in IT community in UK
CompTIA to introduce US women in tech community model in UK after demand from UK females Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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Photo Story
22 Mar 2014
FDM everywoman awards 2014 winners: Photos
View images of the winners of the FDM everywoman awards 2014 and read why they won. Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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Feature
21 Mar 2014
The digital CIO: How digital technology will change the way organisations work
If you are an IT leader, digital technology is likely to be a pivotal factor in your career over the next five years Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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21 Mar 2014
Samsung unveils digital classroom at Prince’s Trust Kennington
Samsung provides technology and teacher training for digital classroom for underprivileged young people Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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20 Mar 2014
FDM everywoman 2014 technology awards winners announced
Twenty-five females commended for their passion for IT at 2014 FDM everywoman awards ceremony Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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18 Mar 2014
Accenture awards Cherie Blair Foundation for Women $1.7m for Rwanda's business owners
Accenture awards Cherie Blair Foundation for Women $1.7m to train female business owners in Rwanda Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Mar 2014
IT contractors work from home to avoid office politics
Survey finds IT contractors work from home for higher rates of pay and to avoid office politics Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Mar 2014
Five questions vital to a good digital business strategy
Looking to develop a digital strategy? Start with the basics but with a digital twist. Here are five questions CIOs should ask themselves. Continue Reading
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17 Mar 2014
The Cyber Security Challenge UK 2014
The Cyber Security Challenge UK is a series of events designed to test the ability of thousands of amateur applicants who have skills in the cyber security space. Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
13 Mar 2014
Rogue technology: What lies beneath
Rogue IT can wreak havoc on legacy systems and pose security threats, but it can also enable business agility. Learn more in CIO Decisions e-zine. Continue Reading
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News
11 Mar 2014
CIO careers: A guide to getting ahead
In this CIO Essential Guide, learn how CIOs in high-level careers in IT are driving their enterprises -- and profession -- forward. Continue Reading
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06 Mar 2014
Employers pledge over 20,000 apprenticeships roles for National Apprenticeship Week
Employers pledge to create more than 20,000 apprenticeships as National Apprentice Week celebrates its seventh year Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Feb 2014
IT contractors see 13% pay increase
IT contractors saw a year-on-year pay increase of up to 13%, according to Robert Walters Salary Survey 2014 Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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17 Feb 2014
Craft Computer Club seeks funding to teach kids to code
The Craft Computer Club, which teaches children computational thinking and coding with scissors, paper and glue, is seeking funding through Kickstarter Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Feb 2014
Executing your strategy 4: Synthesis
This is the fourth of six part guide which explains the key steps of the Strategic Execution Framework, developed by the Stanford Advanced Management Programme. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
04 Feb 2014
IT budgets bounce back from recession
In this issue of CW Europe find out how businesses across the region plan to use their IT budgets throughout 2014. Continue Reading
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News
04 Feb 2014
Satya Nadella replaces Steve Ballmer as Microsoft CEO
Microsoft has named Satya Nadella as CEO almost six months after former incumbent Steve Ballmer announced his retirement Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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24 Jan 2014
BBC CTO John Linwood sacked over failed £100m digital project
Former BBC chief technology officer John Linwood has been sacked over the broadcaster’s failed £100m Digital Media Initiative Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
22 Jan 2014
HB Fuller sticks with HR in the cloud
Cloud based HR system gives adhesives maker the ability to manage its global workforce Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Jan 2014
Microsoft unveils primary school suite for new computing curriculum teachers
Microsoft unveils suite of materials to ready primary school teachers for launch of new computing curriculum in September. Continue Reading
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16 Jan 2014
Well-educated men on circa £39,040 are most fulfilled IT sector workers
Randstad profiles UK IT professionals to investigate who is most fulfilled in their jobs and why Continue Reading
By- Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly
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15 Jan 2014
The IT risks facing Universal Credit
Despite Iain Duncan Smith's robust defence of his flagship welfare reform policy, Universal Credit, evidence to the contrary continues to mount Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief