IT careers and IT skills
IT professionals increasingly need to take responsibility for ensuring that their IT skills are kept up-to-date, and for pursuing opportunities that will develop their IT careers. We examine the issues around career development at all stages of an IT professional's working life, from education through to training and recruitment.
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News
10 Oct 2024
Afas leads the way with four-day work week in the Netherlands
Dutch labour unions want a shorter working week and software company Afas is leading the way, introducing a four-day work week from 1 January 2025 Continue Reading
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News
11 Jun 2024
Cobol knowledge crisis threatens Dutch financial systems
Expertise in complex Cobol systems, critical to major financial institutions, is dwindling in The Netherlands, resulting in retired professionals returning work Continue Reading
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News
20 May 2022
Third of organisations to outsource more IT amid talent shortage
Cutting costs is not the main reason for outsourcing IT in the UK, according to a major study Continue Reading
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News
20 May 2022
Former Welsh steelworks becomes ‘living’ cyber lab
ResilientWorks security centre in Ebbw Vale provides an education hub for students and a testbed for industry Continue Reading
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News
19 May 2022
Deliveroo accused of ‘soft union busting’ with GMB deal
Smaller grassroots unions have criticised Deliveroo and GMB for making a “hollow” deal that will ultimately undermine workers’ self-organising efforts Continue Reading
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News
19 May 2022
Singapore opens security testing centre
Joint centre set up by the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore and a local university will facilitate security testing and train security evaluation talent Continue Reading
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Blog Post
18 May 2022
Accessibility is excluding the neurodivergent
GUEST BLOG: In this contributed blog post, Craig Abbott, head of accessibility for DWP, explains the pros and cons of the current guidelines around web accessibility, and shares what companies need ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
18 May 2022
How businesses can hold on to their coveted IT professionals
GUEST BLOG: In this contributed blog post, Jim Bowers, security architect at TBI, discusses how tech firms can hold on to skilled IT talent in the wake of the Great Resignation. The tech shortage ... Continue Reading
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News
18 May 2022
Google embarks on UK-focused cloud skills programme pilot with non-profit Generation UK
The Google Cloud team is enlisting the help of non-profit training and education provider Generation UK to help more people from under-represented groups start out on a career in cloud Continue Reading
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News
17 May 2022
(ISC)² to train 100,000 cyber pros in UK
Security association (ISC)² unveils ambitious UK training programme Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2022
Keeping Singapore’s critical systems secure
Tracy Thng offers a glimpse into her work in strengthening the cyber resilience of 11 essential service sectors in Singapore Continue Reading
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News
13 May 2022
Amazon shareholders to vote on audit of working conditions
Amazon shareholders will vote on whether the company has to conduct an independent audit on the working conditions and treatment of its warehouse workers, following the e-commerce giant’s unsuccessful attempt to dismiss the proposal Continue Reading
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News
12 May 2022
App-based Starling Bank doubles its Cardiff workforce
Digital bank is recruiting nearly 500 people, including data scientists and engineers, to its Cardiff operation Continue Reading
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News
12 May 2022
APAC career guide: Becoming a cyber security pro
The region’s burgeoning cyber security industry has attracted more talent last year, but it takes more than just technical knowhow to succeed in the field Continue Reading
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News
11 May 2022
Data Reform Bill announced in Queen’s Speech
Government claims proposals to reform the UK’s data protection regime will create a framework ‘focused on privacy outcomes rather than box-ticking’ Continue Reading
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News
11 May 2022
DWP partners with AI-powered career and job services
Partnership involves a trial to see how well artificial intelligence can be used to help job seekers find work more quickly Continue Reading
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News
11 May 2022
Cyber accreditation body Crest forges new training partnerships
Crest says partnerships with Hack The Box and Immersive Labs will enhance its members’ defensive and offensive security skills Continue Reading
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Blog Post
10 May 2022
The urgent case for getting women into STEM
GUEST BLOG: In this contributed blog post, Sheila Flavell CBE, COO of FDM Group, explains why it's so important to get women into STEM roles, and why now is the time to do so. Over two years on ... Continue Reading
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News
10 May 2022
CyberUK 22: Wales splashes £9.5m on cyber innovation hub
A new innovation hub hopes to spur on cyber security innovation in Wales Continue Reading
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10 May 2022
Men don’t need to help women in tech, say IT professionals
Many tech workers don’t think it’s important for men to help women to integrate into tech teams, according to research by Computer Weekly, which experts say highlights the wider need for inclusive action Continue Reading
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E-Zine
10 May 2022
The spies who hack you – the growing threat of spyware
In this week’s Computer Weekly, after 10 Downing Street was hit by a spyware attack, fears about targeted mobile phone hacks are increasing. Our salary survey highlights the diversity challenge in IT, with men’s support for women in IT declining. And we look at how datacentre heat reuse can help reduce carbon emissions. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
10 May 2022
DWP Digital sets out three-year plan to improve data sharing and cut legacy
In response to the pandemic, the government department aims to improve collaboration and develop a reference architecture Continue Reading
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News
06 May 2022
Interview: Success in Belgium’s high-tech job market
Veteran executive recruiter shares his perspective on the Belgian job market, both for outsiders seeking work in the country and for young Belgian nationals just beginning their careers Continue Reading
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News
06 May 2022
John Lewis to hire more than 150 tech workers
As the retail group continues its drive to digitise, the John Lewis Partnership is aiming to hire more than 150 tech workers Continue Reading
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Feature
05 May 2022
How to retain cyber talent in the Great Resignation
The cyber security industry is experiencing alarming rates of resignations, leaving organisations vulnerable to cyber attacks. How can we better retain cyber talent? Continue Reading
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News
05 May 2022
Five companies join NCSC for Startups to deal with ransomware
The NCSC has invited five startups to join the NCSC for Startups programme to develop tech that can help deal with the threat of ransomware Continue Reading
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News
04 May 2022
Babbel offers free language courses to displaced Ukrainians
Babbel has created language courses to help Ukrainians displaced by the war to integrate into other countries Continue Reading
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E-Zine
03 May 2022
A prescription for digital accessibility at Boots
In this week’s Computer Weekly, millions of people have difficulties when using websites – we find out how Boots is making its e-commerce offering fully accessible. Our new buyer’s guide examines communications as a service. And we talk to Trainline’s CTO about how the rail app provider survived and thrived post-pandemic. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
28 Apr 2022
Men don’t need to help women in tech, say IT professionals
Many tech workers don’t think it’s important for men to help women to integrate into tech teams, according to research by Computer Weekly, which experts say highlights the wider need for inclusive action Continue Reading
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News
28 Apr 2022
Sanders calls on Biden to cut off federal contracts with Amazon
In an open letter, senator Bernie Sanders urges the US president to fulfil a campaign promise to stop union-busting companies from winning federal government contracts Continue Reading
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Podcast
28 Apr 2022
Metaverse, women in software – Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast
Cliff Saran joins Clare and Brian, in Caroline’s absence, to discuss the metaverse, Windows 11, the Makers Women in Software Power List, and how CIOs do technology in 2022 Continue Reading
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News
28 Apr 2022
Scotland’s tech sector recovers pre-pandemic verve
According to ScotlandIS research, the Scottish technology sector has recovered pre-pandemic levels of growth, and cyber security emerged as the hottest growth area from the industry body’s annual report Continue Reading
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News
27 Apr 2022
Leeds Beckett’s ethical hacking platform wins Innovate UK backing
An ethical hacking and cyber education platform developed at Leeds Beckett University has received a major funding boost to help it launch commercially Continue Reading
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News
26 Apr 2022
BCS passes defiant Ukrainian tech industry message to its members
BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT, has passed on a message from Ukrainian IT suppliers that the country is open for, and in need of, business Continue Reading
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News
26 Apr 2022
How Denmark attracts tech companies
Danish government encourages research in strategic fields – and encourages the development of clusters, which include research institutes, tech suppliers and customers Continue Reading
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Opinion
26 Apr 2022
Digital begins in the boardroom
Successful organisations need a digitally savvy board to shape their business agenda Continue Reading
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E-Zine
26 Apr 2022
The latest salary trends for IT professionals
In this week’s Computer Weekly, the results of our annual salary survey show pay returning to pre-pandemic levels and work-life balance a growing consideration. As sustainability becomes a critical issue, we look at how datacentres can meet emissions targets. And we find out how IT leaders can help protect children online. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
25 Apr 2022
Majority of workers using umbrella companies see no benefits
Research from trade body for independent professionals finds that most self-employed workers operating through an umbrella company think there are no advantages to the arrangement Continue Reading
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25 Apr 2022
Almost 40% of IT workers are now working fully flexibly
Many IT workers now have the flexibility to work from wherever they want, according to Computer Weekly’s salary survey Continue Reading
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News
25 Apr 2022
Post-Brexit immigration challenges sees London drop in tech ranking
Forrester’s latest research of the top European cities for technology clusters, has seen London sliding down the rankings Continue Reading
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News
25 Apr 2022
Government appoints head of technology transfer unit
Government announces a CEO to lead its initiatives around commercialising its knowledge assets Continue Reading
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News
25 Apr 2022
Lower level of developer skills may hamper UK AI initiatives
A study from IBM has found there is less focus on training software engineers in the UK compared with Spain and Germany Continue Reading
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News
22 Apr 2022
Makers to honour women in software in fourth annual awards
For the fourth year in a row, software bootcamp Makers is looking for up-and-coming women in the software development scene to celebrate diversity in the sector Continue Reading
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News
21 Apr 2022
Dutch schools struggle with digitisation
Now is the time for schools in the Netherlands to determine how the opportunities of distance and digital learning resources can be made to work and how the risks involved can be mitigated Continue Reading
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News
19 Apr 2022
ODI data literacy report laments technical skills inflation in government data strategy
An Open Data Institute report on data literacy and UK government data strategy sees a lack of clarity in definition, fragmentation of responsibility, and a disconnect between government and citizens Continue Reading
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Definition
19 Apr 2022
TED talk
A TED talk is a recorded public-speaking presentation that was originally given at the main TED (technology, entertainment and design) annual event or one of its many satellite events around the world. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
16 Apr 2022
Building consensus round skills and employment policies that work
successful implementation ... requires that ministers instruct their officials to give priority to actions that involve co-operation across departmental boundaries and to listen to employers and ... Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Apr 2022
Refugee support group works with tech startup on reporting system
Computer Weekly speaks to a refugee support group about its ongoing collaboration with an academic tech startup to develop a digital human rights reporting system for refugees Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Apr 2022
How algorithmic automation could manage workers ethically
Managing workers by algorithm and automated process has generated ethical problems aplenty. Can such means be pressed into the service for a more ethical mode of worker management? We find out Continue Reading
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News
13 Apr 2022
Hybrid work catching on in India
More tech workers in India now enjoy flexi-work arrangements and higher salaries, but talent retention remains an issue in the subcontinent, study finds Continue Reading
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News
13 Apr 2022
News UK hires former Discovery Inc tech head as new CTO
Simon Farnsworth, who previous worked as chief technology officer at Discovery Inc, is now driving News UK's tech strategy Continue Reading
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News
12 Apr 2022
AI researcher says police tech suppliers are hostile to transparency
Expert witness in Lords police tech inquiry welcomes committee’s findings but questions whether its recommendations on how to end the ‘Wild West’ of police artificial intelligence and algorithmic technologies in the UK would be implemented Continue Reading
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News
12 Apr 2022
Everywoman Forum 2022: Inclusivity, support and involvement
Being authentic, finding a support network and talking to strangers in airports were just some of the pieces of advice given at the 2022 Everywoman in Tech Forum Continue Reading
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E-Zine
12 Apr 2022
Disney combines digital, data and creativity to win advertising opportunities
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we talk to the executive vice-president for client and brand solutions at Disney Advertising Sales about how it is using data to subserve story-telling excellence. We delve into how rising energy costs negatively impacted the UK arm of Sungard Availability Services. And we look at the role of infrastructure as code in edge datacentres. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Opinion
11 Apr 2022
Building distributed systems requires effective developer teams
Technologies edge computing and containerisation call for teams capable of building distributed systems Continue Reading
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Opinion
11 Apr 2022
We must target a broad church to fill vacant cyber roles
The security industry focuses a lot on cyber-specific specialisms and technical skills, but it could really benefit from widening its search. Take it from a social anthropologist Continue Reading
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Podcast
11 Apr 2022
Energy crisis impact on datacentre market – Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast
Podcast team discusses the energy crisis by way of the Sungard AS UK collapse, data analytics-powered wind turbines, and CW survey showing big increase in flexible working for IT professionals Continue Reading
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News
11 Apr 2022
Mastercard opens European tech hub in Dublin
Mastercard is doubling its technology workforce in Dublin through a new European tech hub in the Irish capital Continue Reading
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News
08 Apr 2022
IT contractors warned as HMRC draws on ‘IR35-adjacent’ legislation in tax avoidance clampdown
IT contractors are being urged to take action now, as details emerge about how HM Revenue & Customs is drawing on some IR35-adjacent legislation to send out five-figure tax bills to individuals who engage with contractor-focused accountants Continue Reading
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News
07 Apr 2022
Amazon workers defeat company to form first US union
Amazon warehouse workers in Staten Island, New York, have successfully formed the first union at the company, with organisers pledging to help their colleagues across the US do the same Continue Reading
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News
06 Apr 2022
Almost 40% of IT workers are now working fully flexibly
Many IT workers now have the flexibility to work from wherever they want, according to Computer Weekly’s salary survey Continue Reading
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News
06 Apr 2022
Tech talent retention challenges looming in ASEAN
Less than a third of IT professionals in Southeast Asia plan to stay in their current jobs despite earning more this year, study finds Continue Reading
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News
05 Apr 2022
Structured decentralisation is the key to unlocking Nordic-level innovation
Finnish tech entrepreneurs will be taking the stage at the World Economic Forum to tell the world about the role of trust in Finnish startup success Continue Reading
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News
05 Apr 2022
Hackathon team uses origami in James Webb Space Telescope Pi project
The James Webb Space Telescope was the inspiration behind a NASA challenge which uses an IoT device based around folded paper Continue Reading
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News
04 Apr 2022
Higher salaries for IT pros in ANZ
Study finds over half of IT professionals in Australia and New Zealand received higher salaries last year, while flexible work arrangements are fast becoming the norm Continue Reading
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News
31 Mar 2022
EU Act ‘must empower those affected by AI systems to take action’
Ada Lovelace Institute publishes recommendations on how European institutions can improve the Artificial Intelligence Act by establishing a ‘comprehensive remedies framework’ around those affected by the deployment of AI systems Continue Reading
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News
31 Mar 2022
How a woman CIO rose up the ranks in a Japanese firm
Henrietta Yaw draws on her people-oriented approach to management which has served her well in her decades-long career at Fujifilm Business Innovation Continue Reading
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News
31 Mar 2022
BCS Pride group calls for end to transphobia in tech
The BCS has called for an end to transphobic abuse and harassment in the technology industry Continue Reading
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Opinion
30 Mar 2022
Why diversity in AI remains a challenge and how to fix it
With artificial intelligence set for a global economic explosion, its development must put diversity at its core to avoid discriminating systems Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Mar 2022
Recruitment risks: Avoiding the dangers of fraudulent candidates
Tech companies are seeing an increase in fraudulent job applications, with associated impacts on risk and cyber security. So how can organisations protect themselves from fraudulent applicants while ensuring they recruit the best talent? Continue Reading
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News
30 Mar 2022
Executive interview: Rajiv Ramaswami, CEO, Nutanix
We speak to the CEO of Nutanix about growing up in India, the switch from engineering to business leader, and mentoring Continue Reading
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News
30 Mar 2022
UKISUG: Big majority of SAP users beset by data problems in migrating to S/4 Hana
In a survey prior to its Analytics Symposium, the UK & Ireland SAP User Group finds 61% of SAP customers say data management issues are slowing down process automation and impeding moves to S/4 Hana Continue Reading
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News
30 Mar 2022
Australia to spend A$9.9bn on intelligence and cyber capabilities
The Morrison government is investing in a landmark package of measures to shore up the intelligence and cyber security capabilities of the Australian Signals Directorate Continue Reading
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News
29 Mar 2022
Overhaul of UK police tech needed to prevent abuse
Lords inquiry finds UK police are deploying artificial intelligence and algorithmic technologies without a thorough examination of their efficacy or outcomes, and are essentially ‘making it up as they go along’ Continue Reading
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News
29 Mar 2022
UK tech ecosystem reaches $1tn valuation
The onset of the Covid-19 pandemic prompted massive investment in the UK’s digital companies, which are collectively valued at $1tn Continue Reading
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E-Zine
29 Mar 2022
Ten years of the Raspberry Pi
In this week’s Computer Weekly, as the Raspberry Pi reaches its 10th anniversary, we look back on how the low-cost computing device went from schools to supercomputers and even into space. Gartner offers tips on how to motivate IT staff in a hybrid working environment. And we meet the Dutch hackers helping to secure the internet. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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25 Mar 2022
Gartner: How to retain and motivate IT staff
With the return to office-based working, large numbers of IT employees are quitting. Flexible working and understanding their motivation are key to staff retention Continue Reading
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25 Mar 2022
Raspberry Pi at 10: Cheaper than chips
We speak to the founder of Raspberry Pi about the power of a low-cost device and its appeal as an educational tool and for space-age projects Continue Reading
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News
25 Mar 2022
NHS health and social care staff offered training on healthcare apps
Health service staff have free access to training courses to help them understand which digital healthcare apps and websites are best for their patients Continue Reading
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News
24 Mar 2022
Anonymous claims it has hacked the Central Bank of Russia
Hackers operating under the Anonymous banner claim to have stolen more than 35,000 sensitive files from the Central Bank of Russia as part of its cyber war against the Russian state Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Mar 2022
Why you need soft skills to excel in your tech career
With deliberate practice you can hone your soft skills, increase the impact of your work and grow your influence in an organisation Continue Reading
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Video
24 Mar 2022
How Twilio is empowering women in tech
Ashwini Gillen, regional vice-president of sales at Twilio, talks up the highlights in her career and how Twilio is supporting women Continue Reading
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News
24 Mar 2022
Hiring and retention challenges in cyber security persist
Latest ISACA report shows that enterprises are struggling to find and retain cyber security talent Continue Reading
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News
23 Mar 2022
Meta teams up with NatWest Bank to support female entrepreneurs in the UK
Partnership will see female business owners receive financial readiness and digital training, and help with increasing their business connections and networks Continue Reading
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Opinion
22 Mar 2022
Revised scope of UK security strategy reflects digitised society
The omission of the word ‘security’ from the title of the UK government’s new National Cyber Strategy is a telling one, reflecting our increasingly digitised society, say Maximillian Brook and Arunoshi Singh of the ISF Continue Reading
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22 Mar 2022
IR35 private sector reforms one year on: Assessing the impact on the UK’s tech talent pool
With the first anniversary of the IR35 reforms taking effect in the private sector fast approaching, IT contractors set out how the changes have affected their ability to find work in the UK Continue Reading
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E-Zine
22 Mar 2022
One year on from IR35 reforms – why IT skills are harder to find
In this week’s Computer Weekly, a year after IR35 tax reforms were introduced, we assess the impact on the UK’s IT talent pool – and it’s not looking good. We examine the rise of industry clouds, and how they are changing the market. And we find out how London councils plan to work together on data and innovation. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
22 Mar 2022
Unite calls on Arm to halt job cuts and open up the books
Arm is planning to cut up to 15% of its workforce as it prepares for an IPO Continue Reading
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News
21 Mar 2022
Teleperformance’s robotic process automation increases job satisfaction
A project to introduce software robots at the Dutch arm of Teleperformance has been adopted globally Continue Reading
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News
18 Mar 2022
Electronic patient records key to NHS digital transformation
Getting EPR systems rolled out across NHS organisations will help boost digital transformation efforts, and are key to fulfilling government healthcare plans Continue Reading
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News
18 Mar 2022
Russian IT sector faces unprecedented crisis
The Russian IT sector faces a major crisis as IT professionals and businesses flee the country after its invasion of Ukraine Continue Reading
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News
17 Mar 2022
Online Safety Bill introduced in Parliament
The government has introduced its long-awaited Online Safety Bill in Parliament, alongside new criminal offences and sanctions for tech company execs Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2022
UCL report projects 5,500 ‘open data’ jobs in Newham by 2035
Report from University College London’s Institute for Global Prosperity says London borough is ‘uniquely placed to seize the data opportunity’ Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2022
UKtech50 2022: Help us find the most influential people in UK IT
Computer Weekly’s annual search for the 50 most influential people in UK IT is back – let us know who you would like to nominate for this year’s list Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2022
ROC Mondriaan offers Apple skills in Dutch schools
Dutch school teaches the IT skills that users want but are not available in traditional courses, which is why it has developed a course focused on Apple technology Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2022
TCS doubles down on innovation and talent in Australia
Indian IT service provider TCS has opened an innovation centre in Sydney and is investing in local talent to meet the digital transformation needs of Australian organisations Continue Reading
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Opinion
15 Mar 2022
How cyber security teams can conquer the four-day working week
The four-day week may be an idea whose time has come, but for always-on cyber security professionals, the impact of squeezing more work into fewer days is a tricky proposition Continue Reading
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News
15 Mar 2022
Cross-party group of MPs calls on Loan Charge contractors to participate in call for evidence
The Loan Charge and Taxpayer Fairness All Party Parliamentary Group is seeking input from contractors about the real-world toll the loan charge policy is having on them Continue Reading
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News
15 Mar 2022
IR35 private sector reforms one year on: Assessing the impact on the UK’s tech talent pool
With the first anniversary of the IR35 reforms taking effect in the private sector fast approaching, IT contractors set out how the changes have affected their ability to find work in the UK Continue Reading
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News
14 Mar 2022
First female business computer programmer dies
Mary Coombs, the first woman to write programs for Lyons Electronic Office, has died at the age of 93 Continue Reading
