Global Stories

Japan cybersecurity skills shortage in a 'state of urgency' before 2020 Olympics

New cybersecurity center in Tokyo aims to address skills shortage in Japan ahead of 2020 Olympic Games. #cybersecurity #Tokyo2020.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Feb 2017

Data Analytics

It's a 'landmark' year for Big Data 2.0, but the skills shortage is going to bite

There's a skills shortage in one of the most promising areas in technology and it's becoming a massive problem for organisations.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Jan 2017

Cybersecurity

CompTIA's IT Industry Outlook 2017 predicts fruitful year for tech

Tech channel association CompTIA says tech will continue to shape the world and industry executives are entering the new year with a positive outlook.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Jan 2017

eLearning

LinkedIn launches online learning platform to tackle 'ever-shrinking shelf-life of skills'

LinkedIn is hoping to make it easier for businesses and professionals to boost their professional skills, with the launch of LinkedIn Learning.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 23rd Sep 2016

Partner Programmes

Challenges and transformations surrounding the channel

Juniper Networks challenges the status quo at their 2016 summit in Sydney, aiming to align its strategy globally.

By Sam Worthington • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Aug 2016

Information Communication & Technology

CompTIA survey uncovers top 7 IT employability skills in the channel

IT skills in the channel are more important than ever to understand and keep ahead of the industry's shape and direction.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jun 2016

eLearning

Businesses are recognising the power of upskilling

Online learning is quickly becoming the primary means of upskilling, providing measurable value to businesses and their tech pros.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Jun 2016

Health Technologies

Skills shortage continues as unemployment rates increase

The rapidly changing world is creating an apparent paradox where unemployment figures are rising while employers struggle to find skilled workers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 25th May 2016

Stories from Other Regions

IT Automation

Kiwis' digital skills lacking – are we becoming unemployable?

A new report reveals 50% of Kiwis admit they need to up their digital skills to guarantee their spot in the future workforce.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Feb 2017

Cybersecurity

ISACA results show security skills shortage dire, but Asia fares well

ISACA has put the global cybersecurity skills shortage under the microscope and shown that there's still a large gap between jobs & candidates.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Feb 2017

Fintech

Kiwi SMBs struggling to recruit skilled staff

Small businesses in New Zealand are facing difficulties in recruiting skilled staff, according to a report from MYOB.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Dec 2016

Cybersecurity

Aussie organisations unknowingly contributing to cyber security skills shortage

Aussie firms are inadvertently fuelling a cyber security skills crunch by not adequately investing in and recognising the need for expertise.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Nov 2016

Cybersecurity

Perfect storm ahead: Cybersecurity skills gap becoming a 'chasm'

Cybersecurity skills shortage in Australia leaves companies vulnerable to data breaches, says ISACA. Breach costs average $3.46m. #cybersecurity.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Nov 2016

Cybersecurity

NZ's new Cyber Security Skills Taskforce: 'New Zealand can grow its own talent'

New Zealand's new Cyber Security Skills Taskforce has one mission: to address the shortage of New Zealand cyber professionals.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Nov 2016

Small Business

Kiwi SMBs confident about business outlook but our skills shortage is still a drag

Small businesses are more confident about their economic future, but they're finding it harder to grow as sourcing skilled talent becomes harder.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Oct 2016

Cisco

How IT grads are shining brightly in Summer of Tech's world

Summer of Tech CEO, Ruth McDavitt, discusses the programme's success in bridging the gap between tertiary institutions and tech employers in New Zealand.

By Sara Barker • 6 min read • Wed, 14th Sep 2016