UK government must act now to solve the digital skills crisis
Tech companies have joined forces on a new taskforce to lobby the government for immediate action to resolve the growing skills shortage.
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‘I apply for you, you get the job.’ Are ‘self-outsourcing’ offers a scam?
In a suspected attempt to defraud employers, cybersecurity professionals have received offers to help fake candidates win jobs then outsource the work.
Europe has more women scientists and engineers – but progress remains slow
On International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Tech Monitor examines the state of play for female scientists and engineers across the continent.
Opinion: There’s more to digital innovation in the UK than start-ups
UK policymakers need to consider the whole of the country's technology ecosystem, not just start-ups, when planning a digital-led recovery, writes Edward Qualtrough.
Security, legacy and skills should top Biden IT agenda, says former US federal CIO
Improving cyber resilience and transforming legacy technology estates are urgent priorities, says Obama-era IT leader Tony Scott.
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Ministry of Defence CIO on building ‘game-changing’ digital capabilities
MoD CIO Charles Forte discussed creating a 'digital foundry' for the UK's armed forces at New Statesman Media Group's CIO Town Hall Live.
Marshall Aerospace CTO: How to digitally transform during a pandemic
"People recognise that there is a need to accelerate the digital roadmap."
What can CIOs do to support black women working in tech?
Leading black female voices share their advice to increase the visibility and influence of black women in the IT industry.
Philip Morris CTO Michael Voegele self-disrupting with technology and data
Part of the Technology Leaders Index, CTO says high-performance computing with machine learning has potential to be 'like the invention of the steam engine and electricity'.
BT’s often overlooked R&D focus transmits ambition to be innovation leader
BT's significant annual R&D spend of more than £660m represents almost 3% of annual revenue.
Is Covid-19 closing the technology skills gap?
The pandemic has prompted many non-technology employees to consider a career in the field, according to a survey of UK workers. Might this relieve the widespread shortage in technology skills?
How apprenticeships nurture digital talent and revitalise veteran teams
Melissa Werry, head of technology services at RSPB, on the benefits and lessons of the charity's apprenticeship scheme.
