Professional Development (PD) stories
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Hacking gender bias in the Kiwi cybersecurity sector
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cybersecurity
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skills gap
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community
Despite a massive skills shortage, gender bias remains rife in New Zealand's cybersecurity sector. Women account for just 20% of the workforce.
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International Women in Cyber Day: Why we need more women in the field
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spark
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work-life balance
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world economic forum
Despite progress, women in cybersecurity still face significant challenges. This International Women in Cyber Day, we explore why the industry needs them more than ever.
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Schneider Electric's Abrahams to lead iMasons Armed Forces group
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dei
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digital transformation
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power / energy
David Abrahams of Schneider Electric has been named Chair of iMasons' Armed Forces MRG, aiming to boost veteran employment in digital infrastructure and data centres.
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Splend named one of Australia's Best Places to Work for 2024
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cartech
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supply chain systems
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carbon footprint
Splend, Australia’s largest electric vehicle fleet operator, is named among the Best Places to Work for 2024, emphasising employee satisfaction and sustainability.
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Adobe transforms education with new AI tools in Adobe Express
Last month
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martech
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ai
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animation
Adobe's latest update to Adobe Express for Education offers free advanced AI-powered creative tools for K-12 students and teachers globally, enhancing classroom engagement and learning outcomes.
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Digital Workplace Conference Australia 2024 returns to Sydney
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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digital transformation
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industry experts
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microsoft
One of the most anticipated conferences, The Digital Workplace Conference Australia, is returning to Sydney, from 31 July to 1 August.
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How CFOs can work with human resources and IT teams through cross-functional collaboration
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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hcm
Modern CFOs now collaborate closely with HR and IT teams, driving strategy and organisational growth while facing economic pressures and talent challenges.
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Fusion5 to acquire IntegrationWorks, aims to broaden market reach
Mon, 22nd Jul 2024
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fusion5
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public sector
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nz
Acquiring IntegrationWorks will add 80 integration consultants to Fusion5's team and expand its reach across Australia and the UK.
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Millennials most likely to quit jobs despite regular manager talks
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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it training
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ai
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ar, vr & metaverse
A new report highlights a growing disconnect between UK employees and employers, with Millennials feeling most unsupported.
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Australian teachers struggle with digital technologies curriculum
Tue, 9th Jul 2024
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digital literacy
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digital divide
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support
A new report reveals that two-thirds of Australian educators are struggling to implement the nation's Digital Technologies Curriculum, calling for urgent support and action.
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LoveHeart AI tool aims to revolutionise Australian early education
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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ai
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cloud services
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early childhood education
An Australian startup, LoveHeart, has unveiled the world's first AI-based teacher's aide, aiming to revolutionise early childhood education and cut educators' paperwork by 4.2 hours weekly.
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New digital programme aims to boost immunisation for migrants
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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e-learning
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mental health
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nz
UniServices and Whāraurau have launched a digital programme on D2L Brightspace to improve immunisation for migrants in New Zealand, addressing critical post-pandemic training gaps.
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Ricoh Australia launches inaugural Reconciliation Action Plan
Thu, 30th May 2024
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dei
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transparency
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ricoh
Ricoh Australia has unveiled its first Reconciliation Action Plan to boost awareness, employment, and opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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Lack of training hindering career progression, study reveals
Fri, 17th May 2024
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it training
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e-learning
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leadership
Poor management and lack of development opportunities hinder career progression, with workers feeling undervalued and young employees considering leaving.
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Udemy launches GenAI features for International Day of AI
Wed, 15th May 2024
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martech
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cdp
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ai
On International Day of AI, Udemy launches GenAI features to boost career growth, with 55% of tech pros seeing GenAI as crucial, per a BCG study.
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UK workforce unready for change says Cornerstone OnDemand study
Tue, 14th May 2024
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it training
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devops
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apm
A new study by Cornerstone OnDemand reveals 63% of UK executives consider their workforce unprepared for change, underscoring a critical skills gap.
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ANZCA enhances medical training with D2L Brightspace implementation
Tue, 14th May 2024
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healthtech
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pd
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d2l
The Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA) effectively enhances anaesthesiology education for members via D2L Brightspace, leading to 10% user increase from 2022 to 2023.
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The best management consulting clubs (Benefits + fees)
Mon, 29th Apr 2024
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ibm
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pwc
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deloitte
Explore the top 12 global management consulting clubs providing consultants with pathways for growth through workshops, networking and industry insights.
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Employment Hero tackles payroll challenges with AI innovation
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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hcm
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ai
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employment
Employment Hero aims to reduce payroll processing times for Australian SMEs by up to 80% through the integration of advanced AI and automation technologies.
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Remote work risks hampering career development, warns Aussie expert
Tue, 16th Apr 2024
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productivity
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woolworths
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westpac
Australian career strategist, Jacob Galea, warns of risks to professional development spurred by the global shift to remote work, including hindered career growth.