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14 Feb 2025
Kenyan AI workers form Data Labelers Association
A group of Kenyan data workers whose labour provides the ‘backbone’ of modern artificial intelligence systems set up the Data Labelers Association to improve their working conditions and raise awareness about the challenges they face Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
13 Feb 2025
Baltic skills programme to help reduce European skills gap via Africa
Lithuanian project sets out to connect professionals in Africa with European businesses in need of skills Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
09 Nov 2017
Bangalore offers the best ecosystem for digital transformation, says Economist report
Bangalore ranked as the number one location for businesses looking to access the right ecosystem to support digital transformation Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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E-Zine
07 Nov 2017
The ethics of software development
In this week’s Computer Weekly, with big names such as Uber and Volkswagen being called out for using software to cheat the system, we look at professionalism and ethics in software development. We assess the digital progress of the UK’s manufacturing sector and the challenges it faces in keeping up with global rivals. And we examine the latest trends in mobile device management. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
03 Nov 2017
How soon will we be driving fully autonomous cars?
Nvidia sets out vision for driverless cars as its new Pegasus processor promises to support “level 5” autonomy Continue Reading
By- Zach Emmanuel, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Nov 2017
Co-working space aimed at female founders opens in London
Co-working space Blooms aims to create a working environment aimed at entrepreneurial women Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
31 Oct 2017
Deloitte sponsorship helps progress of Bletchley cyber school
Sponsorship will provide hundreds of places on online Qufaro CyberEPQ course Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
27 Oct 2017
Almost 70% of teachers think they do not have the skills to teach coding
Many teachers feel ill-equipped to deliver the UK’s computing curriculum, survey reveals Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
25 Oct 2017
Less than half of adults have skills to complete basic digital tasks
Just over 40% of adults have the skills to complete a number of common digital tasks, with older generations struggling more than younger people Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
20 Oct 2017
Operators urged to find compelling B2B use cases for 5G
5G has the capability to bring froward a number of use cases for the business-to-business sector, says Innovate UK Continue Reading
By- Zach Emmanuel, Computer Weekly
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Video
19 Oct 2017
Diversity in technology 2017: Bryan Glick, editor in chief, ComputerWeekly
In this video from Computer Weekly’s 2017 diversity in technology event, editor in chief Bryan Glick discusses the challenges for IT. Continue Reading
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News
12 Oct 2017
UK bank Standard Chartered opens IT service centre in Bangalore
Bank is expanding its operation in India, which provides business services to its operations globally Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
11 Oct 2017
Automation ‘will put 28% of young workers’ jobs at risk’
Research suggests the next 15 years will see young workers’ jobs at risk from automation, putting pressure on the UK to ensure the future generation has appropriate skills Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
10 Oct 2017
Some IT contractors earning more than £700 a day
Research shows 40% of contractors reach the average annual IT salary within three months Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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E-Zine
10 Oct 2017
The Most Influential Women in UK IT 2017
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we reveal our annual list of the 50 most influential women in UK technology, and interview this year’s winner – investor and entrepreneur Sherry Coutu – to learn her thoughts on how to improve diversity in the IT workforce. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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04 Oct 2017
Computer Weekly announces the Most Influential Women in UK IT 2017
Computer Weekly has announced the list for Most Influential Women in UK IT 2017, including this year’s winner Sherry Coutu Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
04 Oct 2017
Most Influential Women in UK IT 2017: Rising Stars
Computer Weekly reveals the judges’ choice for this year’s female Rising Stars of the UK technology industry Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
04 Oct 2017
Role models best way to increase diversity, says Most Influential Woman in UK IT 2017 Sherry Coutu
The winner of Computer Weekly’s 2017 Most Influential Woman in UK IT award, Sherry Coutu, says role models are the best way of addressing the diversity imbalance in the technology industry Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
03 Oct 2017
Tech entrepreneur aims to take digital skills to refugees
Tech entrepreneur Emma Sinclair hopes to raise £150,000 to run an education programme for displaced young people in a Unicef programme that aims to develop skills that might otherwise be lost Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Photo Story
03 Oct 2017
The 50 Most Influential Women in UK Tech 2017
Each year Computer Weekly recognises 50 of the most influential women in the UK IT industry. See pictures and bios for the Computer Weekly 50 Most Influential Women in UK Tech 2017 Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
03 Oct 2017
CIOs moving to revenue-generating roles
Gartner survey shows changing role for CIOs to cover revenue generation and deriving value from data, and spending less time on traditional IT delivery Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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E-Zine
03 Oct 2017
Digitally preserving history
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we find out how cloud technologies are helping Gibraltar to digitally preserve historic documents and safeguard its cultural heritage. We examine progress on the roll-out of the new NHS national network. And our latest buyer’s guide looks at the benefits and challenges of cloud-based ERP software. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
26 Sep 2017
Building on legacy IT
In this week’s Computer Weekly, experts at VMworld 2017 discussed how to adapt legacy IT to make the most of modern technology – we listened in. Artificial intelligence is touted as an aid to decision-making, but its limitations mean AI needs to be handled with care – we look at the lessons learned. And we find out how Wales has become a hotspot for cyber security innovation. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
22 Sep 2017
CW ANZ: Cloud ERP on the rise
By adopting cloud-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, Plaut IT was freed to focus on its customers rather than its computers. In this month’s issue of CW ANZ, read more about why Australian companies are adopting cloud ERP, the adoption of blockchain in Australia and why an Aussie web hosting company is merging with a Singapore firm in its regional expansion plans. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
15 Sep 2017
More than 40% of people in UK do not have digital skills required for most jobs
The digital skills gap is set to widen as many in the UK are without the basic skills needed for most positions, with jobs increasingly requiring above-average digital skills Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
14 Sep 2017
HMRC confirms Microsoft corporate vice-president Jacky Wright as new CDIO
HMRC has tasked Microsoft corporate vice-president Jacky Wright with helping the department achieve its goal of becoming one of the world's most digitally advanced tax authorities Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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E-Zine
12 Sep 2017
IT transformation takes the lead at Dogs Trust
In this week's Computer Weekly, we speak to the head of IT at the Dogs Trust about its use of cloud computing and data analytics. We also look at the societal challenges of AI and investigate how to get a good Office 365 deal. Plus our buyer's guide checks out DevOps tools. Download the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
11 Sep 2017
Martha Lane Fox warns UK is 'sleepwalking' through digital disruption
During a House of Lords debate, Martha Lane Fox claimed the UK has been “sleepwalking” through digital change and urged for more to be done to promote “digital understanding” Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
08 Sep 2017
Trainline uses predictive analytics to help rail passengers save money
Travellers using Trainline’s app can save money on tickets after the introduction of an in-app feature called Price Prediction Continue Reading
By- Zach Emmanuel, Computer Weekly
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News
06 Sep 2017
Average female tech salary less than males regardless of role or experience
Research by Computer Weekly has found women in the technology industry are paid less than their male counterparts, regardless of the role they are in or how much experience they have Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
05 Sep 2017
People with non-IT backgrounds could help fill cyber security skills gap
Organisations should look to fill cyber security roles with people who are curious and have work experience rather than focusing solely on graduates Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
04 Sep 2017
Women still under-represented in Nordic IT despite region’s efforts
Although countries in the Nordic region are often hailed as pioneers of digital and equal worker rights, there is still gender inequality in the IT sector. Continue Reading
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01 Sep 2017
US Open tennis uses IBM AI to create video highlights
Fans of the US Open are able to access match highlights provided by IBM's Watson artificial intelligence system Continue Reading
By- Zach Emmanuel, Computer Weekly
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Blog Post
01 Sep 2017
UK IT managers: you need to help government understand the skills you need. Here's how...
Having trouble recruiting IT professionals? If so, the government wants your help. Most IT managers that Computer Weekly talks to have some form of skills shortages in their teams, and struggle to ... Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
31 Aug 2017
Amazon Alexa and Microsoft Cortana to offer integration
Amazon and Microsoft’s voice assistants will be able to integrate with each other to provide users with the best features from both Continue Reading
By- Zach Emmanuel, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Aug 2017
Almost one-third of IT workers think they need more training to enhance career
More than half of IT workers receive formal training from their employer, but many feel more needs to be done for them to advance, according to Computer Weekly research Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
22 Aug 2017
Blockchain skills in high demand and jobs being swept up quickly
Job vacancies for people with blockchain skills are being filled in just seven days, on average, once they are advertised online Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
17 Aug 2017
Top skills you need to avoid being replaced by a machine
A-level results have shown an increase in Stem subjects but tech skills remain a problem, warn some in the industry Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
14 Aug 2017
Higher IT salaries in Australia and New Zealand amid talent crunch
IT professionals in Australia and New Zealand are earning more compared with last year, a TechTarget survey has found, but more needs to be done to address the gender gap Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
10 Aug 2017
CIO interview: Daniel Gebler, chief technology officer, Picnic
The Netherlands has the highest supermarket density in the world, yet a technology company has been able to gain market share from the established order Continue Reading
By- Kim Loohuis
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E-Zine
10 Aug 2017
CW Benelux: IoT Tech Day showcases innovation
Read about this year’s IoT Tech Day in Utrecht, Netherlands, which featured hobby projects such as light-sensing curtains that automatically open and close, but also showed that the IoT is growing up to encompass more serious applications. Also read about the lessons to be learned from the ‘Petya’ ransomware attack that has hit 60 countries, and find out how Dutch railway stations are monitoring the movement of travellers to reduce people jams. Continue Reading
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News
09 Aug 2017
Over 40% of IT professionals want another general election this year
A large proportion of IT workers in the UK want another general election this year in the hope it will stave off a hard brexit Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
07 Aug 2017
Gaming apps ‘main source’ of mobile phishing attacks, research shows
Analysis of 100,000 corporate devices shows more than a quarter of traffic going to phishing domains was from gaming apps Continue Reading
By- Zach Emmanuel, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Aug 2017
IT outsourcing demand fuels record deal value in first half of 2017
The IT outsourcing market delivered its strongest half-year performance between January and June 2017, fuelled by the activity of the financial services industry and growing demand for IT services Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
31 Jul 2017
OVH opens first UK datacentre in south London
French cloud provider OVH has opened the doors on its first datacentre in the UK, slightly later than planned Continue Reading
By- Zach Emmanuel, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Jul 2017
Unilever signs partnership deal with Accenture to drive sales for ‘digitally savvy’ consumers
Unilever enters tech partnership with Accenture to help maintain consumer loyalty and drive sales Continue Reading
By- Zach Emmanuel, Computer Weekly
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E-Zine
25 Jul 2017
How the DVLA is making driving digital
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we hear from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) about how it is becoming a digital hub for motoring and moving away from its legacy IT. Our latest buyer’s guide examines the future of data management. And we look at the importance of understanding the small print in your software licensing agreements. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
24 Jul 2017
Mastercard outlines future digital payment platforms after improvements to Qkr
Mastercard has developed its mobile app, Qkr, for spectators at The Open Championship. The improvements further demonstrate new digital payment platforms offered by the company Continue Reading
By- Zach Emmanuel, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Jul 2017
Stamford Bridge to offer stadium connectivity in partnership with Ericsson
Ericsson has begun its partnership with Chelsea to offer home fans a “seamless” connected experience Continue Reading
By- Zach Emmanuel, Computer Weekly
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E-Zine
18 Jul 2017
Airbus helps secure critical infrastructure
In this week's ezine, Computer Weekly explores how to secure industrial control systems, which have often lagged behind the leading edge of IT security and pose serious risks to critical national infrastructure. Airbus believes that despite the vulnerabilities of individual components, industrial control systems as a whole are quite resilient. We also speak to the head of technology at Centrica about how the utility company is becoming a specialist provider of data lake integration tools, and we explore the 802.11ac Wave 2 standard. Continue Reading
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News
12 Jul 2017
Most Influential Women in UK IT 2017: Entrants to the Hall of Fame
Each year Computer Weekly recognises several great women from the IT industry and their lifetime achievements in its Most Influential Women in UK IT Hall of Fame Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
12 Jul 2017
UK ranked as top 10 digital economy
The UK has been ranked among the top 10 nations in terms of digital capabilities Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
10 Jul 2017
Nordic CIO interview: Ann Hellenius, City of Stockholm
Stockholm’s CIO is relishing the challenge of trying to make the Swedish capital the smartest city in the world Continue Reading
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07 Jul 2017
Citizens Advice calls for roll-out of Universal Credit to be paused
A report by the advisory charity highlights issued around making and managing claims online, lack of digital skills and problems with identity verification through Gov.uk Verify Continue Reading
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04 Jul 2017
Most influential women in UK tech: The 2017 longlist
Every year, Computer Weekly asks the technology industry to nominate who it thinks are the most influential women in UK tech – here is the 2017 longlist Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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E-Zine
04 Jul 2017
Be better connected in a wireless world
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we look at the latest developments in wireless technology and discover how enterprises can deliver secure and reliable wireless networks for staff and customers. We examine Microsoft’s PowerShell scripting language to understand why it’s become such an important tool for automating system administration. And we ask CIOs what it’s like to cross the divide and work for IT suppliers. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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27 Jun 2017
To gain diversity we must ‘redefine’ how tech is perceived
To encourage more minorities into IT, Google’s head of diversity and inclusion in Europe claims the industry needs to redefine the stereotypes around what a job in tech entails Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
21 Jun 2017
The human apprentices behind robotic automation
IT apprentices are helping large businesses transform their back-office processes through software robots Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
15 Jun 2017
PaloAlto Networks partners with US Girl Scouts on security skills
Palo Alto Networks is partnering with the Girl Scouts of the USA to develop cyber security badges to foster knowledge of the topic and support interest in the profession Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
13 Jun 2017
University of Edinburgh and Huawei collaborate on joint data lab
University is setting up a research and development lab dedicated to distributed data management and processing, with help from Chinese company Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
06 Jun 2017
Insurance giant Allianz opens up about how DevOps success is fueling its move to cloud
The German financial services giant reveals details of how a year-long push to embrace DevOps has set the scene for a move to cloud Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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E-Zine
06 Jun 2017
General Election 2017: Who gets the tech vote?
In this week’s Computer Weekly, as the UK votes for a new government in the 2017 general election, we examine the digital policies in the manifestos of the Conservative, Labour and Liberal Democrat parties, and hear what IT trade body TechUK would like to see for the tech sector from the next administration. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
01 Jun 2017
IR35 reforms: HMRC denies claims that online tax status assessment tool returns unreliable results
HM Revenue & Customs hits back at research that suggests its IR35 online assessment tool is hindering public sector organisations in determining the tax status of off-payroll staff Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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Feature
01 Jun 2017
Why and how men in the technology industry have helped women progress
Many have argued gender parity will not happen in the technology industry without help from the top. Since the top is predominantly male, we’ve reached out to some of the men in the industry who are helping to drive tech equality Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
23 May 2017
Economic and political uncertainty drives organisations to rethink IT strategies
CIO job satisfaction reaches a three-year high as organisations hire more IT staff and invest in innovative digital technology Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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E-Zine
18 May 2017
CW ASEAN: Rise of the machines
In this month’s CW ASEAN, we look at how artificial intelligence and machine learning is improving the way ASEAN businesses fend off cyber attacks and better predict how customers react to various marketing efforts. The growing interest in AI in the region has also spawned start-ups such as Singapore’s Adatos, which is pushing the bar by using declassified methodologies and software used by US defense and intelligence communities to produce data-driven insights. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
18 May 2017
CW ANZ: Machine thinking
In this month’s CW ANZ, we look at how artificial intelligence and machine learning is improving the way businesses fend off cyber attacks and better predict how customers react to marketing efforts. The growing interest in AI in ANZ has also turned Australia into a hotbed for data analytics, where consumers are making use of apps to find the cheapest fuel pumps. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2017
Customer experience transformation at Macquarie bank brings legacy system retirement as a bonus
Australia’s Macquarie bank builds a data layer on top of legacy IT systems to transform customer experience Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
16 May 2017
Lack of skills preventing digital transformation, says 65% of decision makers
Research has found skills gaps in data science, AI and infrastructure management are standing in the way of digital transformation Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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E-Zine
11 May 2017
CW Benelux: 3D printing on the rise
This quarter’s CW Benelux looks at the practical use of 3D printing in the Netherlands. It seems the technology has found its home, at least initial home, in manufacturing, with the early buzz around its consumer potential now a reality in the enterprise sector. The possibilities have not escaped government attention. The Dutch ministry of economic affairs last year unveiled an action plan for smart industry to boost development and standards for smart industrial applications, including 3D printing. Also read how PostNL is using IT to help its business to prosper in a transformed mail industry, find out how businesses in the Netherlands are getting their heads around blockchain technology, and see what KLM is doing with virtual reality technology. Continue Reading
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News
09 May 2017
Highly skilled professionals at risk of being replaced by computers
Highly skilled jobs will be replaced by artificial intelligence by 2022, says Gartner Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
09 May 2017
Large UK businesses increasingly want CEOs to have IT background
More large businesses in the UK want a CEO that has a good understanding of IT Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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E-Zine
09 May 2017
Casting the IT skills net wider
In this week’s Computer Weekly, as research reveals that three-quarters of non-tech workers would be interested in a job in IT, we examine what’s stopping them from making the move and how cross-training can help. We analyse the key storage elements of building a private cloud. And Bloomberg’s head of data science talks about the benefits of machine learning. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
03 May 2017
Mayor of London seeks chief digital officer
Capital’s first-ever chief digital officer will oversee the digital transformation of public services across London Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
20 Apr 2017
How to ensure tech staff gain ‘essential soft skills’
Nottingham Trent University’s infrastructure services manager explains how she has made sure her technology team have the essential soft skills they need to support users Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
18 Apr 2017
FDM uses gamification to make graduate recruitment process more inclusive
IT services firm uses Yellow Hook Reef game to make its graduate recruitment process more inclusive and enjoyable for candidates Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
11 Apr 2017
‘Can do’ attitude of DevOps teams is driving cloud-first strategies
The cloud-first strategies of businesses across sectors are maturing, with DevOps teams playing a leading role Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
07 Apr 2017
Home Office U-turn over IR35 contractor classifications prompts IT project delay fears
IT project delays predicted at Home Office, following reports of last-minute departmental U-turn over contractors' IR35 status classifications Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
06 Apr 2017
IR35 reforms: Stakeholders warn of risk to public sector IT projects as contractors walk
With the IR35 reforms coming into force today, 6 April, contracting stakeholders warn of the widespread threat the changes pose to the delivery of public sector IT projects Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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E-Zine
04 Apr 2017
UK tech braced for Brexit
In this week’s Computer Weekly, as the UK government invokes Article 50 to leave the EU, we find out the tech sector’s concerns over two years of Brexit uncertainty. Our latest buyer’s guide looks at how to deploy SAP Hana, the software giant’s in-memory database suite. And we ask CIOs what they think about blockchain, the distributed ledger technology that’s generating so much excitement (and hype) in the IT community. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
30 Mar 2017
HMRC contractors leave over inside IR35 ruling
HMRC has begun classifying its public sector contractors as "inside IR35", prompting fears of a digital "brain drain" at the organisation Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
29 Mar 2017
Almost 40% of firms seeking cloud skills find it hard to recruit
Most orgainsations agree that cloud skills are important for the future, but those involved in recruitment are finding it difficult to hire talent Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
28 Mar 2017
KPMG launches campaign to encourage women into tech
Professional services firm commits to increasing the number of women in its technology remit to encourage more women into the industry Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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E-Zine
14 Mar 2017
UK digital strategy lacks vision and ambition
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we examine the UK government’s new digital economy strategy and find out why critics labelled it unambitious and lacking imagination. The recent Amazon Web Services outage puts the spotlight on cloud and disaster recovery. And we look at the next generation of storage technology. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
07 Mar 2017
Industrial control systems pose big risk to security
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we examine the risks to critical national infrastructure from security vulnerabilities in legacy industrial control systems. DevOps is growing in popularity – we find out about the organisational, process and cultural approaches to make it succeed. And we ask CIOs how they are becoming hybrid IT and digital leaders. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
06 Mar 2017
Deutsche Bank creates group-wide CIO role
New chief will drive technology transformation across the bank Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
01 Mar 2017
Alibaba runs academy to find future e-commerce leaders
Online marketplace firm Alibaba launches a global academy designed to find and train young people to join the e-commerce landscape Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
24 Feb 2017
UK IT professionals wanted in New Zealand capital city as part of recruitment campaign
The government of New Zealand's capital city is looking for IT staff from around the world to address a skills shortage Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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E-Zine
21 Feb 2017
How to develop mobile apps for business
In this week’s Computer Weekly, our latest buyer’s guide examines the emerging innovations and best practice in mobile app development. We find out how Microsoft and Amazon are opening up their artificial intelligence tools to developers to expand take-up of the technology. And GE’s CIO talks about the digital transformation of one of the world’s industrial giants. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
20 Feb 2017
Accenture to add thousands of US jobs as Trump effect spreads to IT
Accenture has promised to create more jobs in the US and invest $1.4bn in skills development Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
10 Feb 2017
FDM Everywoman in Tech: 2017 winners announced
Women’s network Everywoman announces the winners of its 2017 Everywoman in Technology awards, sponsored by FDM Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
08 Feb 2017
More than half of teachers admit gender stereotyping Stem subjects
Almost 60% of teachers have admitted developing unconscious gender stereotypes towards science, technology, engineering and maths (Stem) subjects Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
03 Feb 2017
CIO interview: Adam Gerrard, Yodel
Parcel delivery firm has seen significant business improvements from a digital transformation programme and replacement of legacy IT systems Continue Reading
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News
31 Jan 2017
Retail tech training – an opportunity to drive employee retention?
A job in retail is often the first employment many people will have, so could technology training increase the retention of store staff? Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
30 Jan 2017
Only 49% of marketers are pushed to reinvent customer service due to technology
Technology is causing disruption in most markets, but only 49% of marketers believe they are pressured to develop their customer service as a result of disruptive technology Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
29 Jan 2017
Artificial intelligence will increase productivity by sharpening human mind
The combination of AI and humans will triple productivity if businesses get the balance right for different roles Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
27 Jan 2017
#techmums uses corporate partnerships to reach a million mums by 2020
Not-for-profit #techmums hopes to give technology skills to one million mothers by 2020 through partnerships with corporate firms Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
26 Jan 2017
Mixed feelings on Australian enterprise app market
The enterprise mobile app development market is attracting big money despite a lack of corporate appetite Continue Reading
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News
26 Jan 2017
Human-centric technologies will dominate next three years
Accenture says businesses will develop technology and services to match human behaviour in the next few years Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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E-Zine
24 Jan 2017
World leaders discuss risks of social unrest from advances in technology
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we examine the fears raised at the World Economic Forum in Davos over the potential for social unrest as new technology such as AI transforms working practices and eliminates jobs. We hear from the CIO at the World Health Organization about how IT helped tackle the Ebola crisis. And we look at progress in companies adopting big data analytics. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
18 Jan 2017
Better use of data can improve government delivery of services, says John Manzoni
Civil service chief John Manzoni highlights the potential and need for the government’s use of data to improve public services Continue Reading
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04 Jan 2017
Customer-first approach will make 2017 a challenge for Dutch CIOs
CIOs in the Netherlands could see their strategies lead to thousands of jobs being cut as businesses automate Continue Reading
By- Rian van Heur