Skills shortage (Skills gap) stories - Page 6
UK enterprises embrace GenAI but face deployment hurdles
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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cx
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martech
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risk & compliance
A new report reveals that while 90% of UK enterprises are engaging with generative AI, only 40% feel their applications are production-ready.
UK businesses increasingly outsourcing cybersecurity
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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data protection
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soc
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data privacy
A survey reveals 52% of UK firms outsource cybersecurity, with 28% planning to do so, driven by a skilled workforce gap and regulatory compliance needs.
SolarWinds survey reveals widening IT skills gap concerns
Mon, 11th Nov 2024
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it industry
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outsourcing
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solarwinds
A recent SolarWinds survey reveals 41% of IT professionals are struggling to find qualified candidates, highlighting a significant skills gap in the industry.
AI advancements pose challenges for cybersecurity sector
Fri, 8th Nov 2024
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zero trust security
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genai
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The Chartered Institute of Information Security's report reveals 54% of professionals fear AI will benefit attackers more than defenders amid rising cybersecurity challenges.
NIS2 compliance puts financial strain on EMEA firms
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
New NIS2 directives are imposing hefty financial strains on EMEA firms, with 95% reallocating budgets to tackle compliance costs.
UK STEM productivity hampered by limited AI tool access
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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ai
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software development
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productivity
A study reveals the UK’s STEM workforce is losing GBP £64 billion annually due to limited access to advanced AI tools, impacting productivity significantly.
UK Govt budget announcement draws mixed responses from tech leaders
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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it training
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quantum computing
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The UK government's budget announcement has drawn mixed reactions from tech leaders, with concerns over a lack of investment in AI and quantum computing.
Australian CFOs face rising demands amid evolving roles
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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ai
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cfo
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data management
A new study reveals that 88% of investors believe CFOs will play a larger role by 2035, emphasising their need for strategic and technical skills.
UK STEM sector losing billions due to AI tool shortage
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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ai
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leadership
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skills gap
New research reveals UK STEM professionals lose six hours weekly due to inadequate AI access, costing the economy GBP £64 billion annually.
ServiceNow partners with NVIDIA, Siemens, & others on AI
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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martech
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data fabric
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rpa
ServiceNow has unveiled new partnerships with NVIDIA, Siemens, Pearson, and Snowflake to enhance AI capabilities and improve productivity across industries.
New Zealand Women's network marks 5 years in security
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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physical security
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cybersecurity
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linkedin
The New Zealand Network for Women in Security celebrates its 5th anniversary, championing diversity and support for women in New Zealand's security sector.
Dissatisfied Aussie workers cause AUD $15.8bn loss yearly
Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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productivity
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skills gap
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workplace culture
A report by SafetyCulture reveals that dissatisfaction among Australian workers costs the economy AUD $15.8 billion annually in lost productivity.
AI and automation: An untapped opportunity for software developers
Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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cybersecurity
Australia is emerging as a software development powerhouse, harnessing AI and automation to streamline processes and address the talent shortage.
Aussie & Kiwi firms lag in post-quantum crypto readiness
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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cybersecurity
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it professionals
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skills gap
A new survey reveals a worrying disconnect in Australia and New Zealand between awareness and readiness for post-quantum cryptography, despite rising concerns.
Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights collective responsibility for India's digital security
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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edutech
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physical security
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data privacy
As Cybersecurity Awareness Month arrives, experts warn of a looming 1.5 million shortfall in cybersecurity professionals by 2025 in India, sparking urgent action.
AI adoption prioritised in UK cloud strategy survey
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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data science
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open source
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genai
A survey by Red Hat reveals 88% of UK IT managers prioritise AI adoption in cloud strategies, with 98% deeming cloud investment vital by 2025.
UK faces significant IT skills shortage reveals new report
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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edge computing
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partner programmes
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ai
Hyve Managed Hosting's 2024 report reveals a severe skills shortage in the UK's IT sector, impacting 81% of businesses amid rapid technological advancement.
Australian cybersecurity roles increasingly stressful, says ISACA survey
Fri, 4th Oct 2024
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martech
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cybersecurity
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adobe
Australian cybersecurity professionals face rising job stress amid increased threats and low budgets, with 53% anticipating a cyberattack within a year.
Lack of funding & staff weakens Europe’s cybersecurity teams
Fri, 4th Oct 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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isaca
ISACA's survey shows European cybersecurity teams are underfunded and understaffed, with 52% citing inadequate budgets, 61% lacking staff.
How embracing new technology in emergency communications centres improves public safety
Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
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cloud services
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skills gap
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safety
Australia's emergency contact centres grapple with rising call volumes and staff shortages, turning to AI and cloud tech to enhance public safety.