Employment stories - Page 2
SuperTech unveils roadmap to boost West Midlands economy
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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fintech
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cleantech
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jobs
SuperTech, the UK’s first ProfTech supercluster, reveals a Research and Innovation Roadmap to boost Birmingham's economy, aiming to create 4,600 jobs and add £1.5bn.
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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management
Poor management and lack of development opportunities hinder career progression, with workers feeling undervalued and young employees considering leaving.
Widespread unpaid overtime & mental health taking its toll
Thu, 16th May 2024
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mental health
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employment
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work-life balance
A new survey reveals 84% of UK workers feel compelled to work overtime, averaging an extra 23 hours monthly, impacting health and personal lives.
Guidewire study reveals customer attitudes to AI in insurance
Wed, 15th May 2024
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digital transformation
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ai
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email
Guidewire's latest study reveals varied customer opinions on the insurance industry, highlighting the impact of personal experiences, tech advances, and diversity.
India crucial component of SAS global operations – Harris
Fri, 10th May 2024
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edutech
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ai
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sas
India plays a pivotal strategic role within SAS's global operations, according to SAS Chief Technology Officer Bryan Harris.
IT visibility gap threatens job satisfaction, research reveals
Fri, 10th May 2024
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ai
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cisco
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developers
Cisco's research reveals a significant visibility gap in IT infrastructure worldwide, causing developer strain and risking application downtime.
Peckham's digital skills boost for black & ethnic minorities
Fri, 3rd May 2024
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digital transformation
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martech
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ai
The Institute of Coding, UAL, UK Black Tech, and the London Borough of Southwark unite to advance digital training for minority communities.
Aussie businesses lag in AI adoption compared to APAC peers
Thu, 2nd May 2024
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ai
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employment
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ai adoption
Australian businesses are trailing behind Asia-Pacific counterparts in AI adoption, with 33% having no AI usage or plans to implement.
Employment report reveals 2024 forecasts & anxieties
Wed, 1st May 2024
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recruitment
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employment
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work-life balance
People2people Recruitment's latest report presents business growth predictions, employment preferences, and worker anxieties for 2024.
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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payroll systems
Employment Hero aims to reduce payroll processing times for Australian SMEs by up to 80% through the integration of advanced AI and automation technologies.
Colt DCS expands hyperscale services with new West London site
Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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edutech
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public cloud
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power / energy
Colt DCS is set to expand its hyperscale services with the acquisition of land in Hayes, West London, to extend its existing facility, boosting the IT capacity.
Flexible work practices boost diversity in tech roles
Thu, 11th Apr 2024
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
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flexible work
Flexible working practices have fuelled a significant rise in diverse job applicants within the tech sector, suggests a report from Wiley Edge.
New CIC Tech Channel Ambassadors targets IT skills gap
Tue, 9th Apr 2024
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edutech
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government
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coding
Tech Channel Ambassadors strives to boost the UK IT industry's profile and inclusivity, targeting recruitment of 100,000 diverse individuals.
Futureful revamps recruitment with values-focused approach
Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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productivity
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gen z
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employment
Futureful disrupts traditional recruitment with a platform centred on shared values and skills, not CVs, promising better job satisfaction and retention.
Digital Poverty Alliance warns of rising UK digital divide
Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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edutech
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healthtech
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digital inclusion
DPA warns incoming UK government of escalating digital poverty, with an estimated 19 million, including one in seven adults and one in five children, suffering from the issue.
Tech sector faces wage drop & stalled employee growth
Fri, 29th Mar 2024
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employment
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smes
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employment hero
Tech employees reel as Australia's labour market faces a wage drop and stagnant employee growth, according to Employment Hero's recent SME Index.
Bank of England increases IT spending amid criticism
Wed, 27th Mar 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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it spending
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cyber threats
The Bank of England's IT spending has surged by 12% to £98.8m, eliciting criticism amid rising expenses on tech salaries and bonus payouts.
Blame culture jeopardising essential business operations
Thu, 21st Mar 2024
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it departments
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employment
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dynatrace
Unhealthy blame culture between IT teams and third-party providers is putting essential business services at risk, reveals Dynatrace.
Deputy & Express Employment partnership systemise shift work
Thu, 21st Mar 2024
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workforce management
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deputy
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employment
Deputy and Express Employment Professionals forge a strategic partnership, forecasted to improve work experiences for shift workers worldwide.
Australian finance salaries to rise, hints Robert Half
Fri, 15th Mar 2024
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inflation
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salaries
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employment
Australian finance and accounting professionals' salaries set for a rise following a significant 6.5% sector growth.