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Contracting providing opportunity to attract more women into IT
Absolute IT

Contracting providing opportunity to attract more women into IT

Contracting is proving a winner for Kiwi women in IT, Absolute IT says. It tells why - and how contracting can help with gender diversity.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Wed, 10th May 2017
Auckland IT jobs paying the most, Wellington a 'mixed bag'
Absolute IT

Auckland IT jobs paying the most, Wellington a 'mixed bag'

Auckland now the highest paying region for IT professionals in New Zealand, surpassing Wellington, according to Absolute IT's latest Remuneration Report.

By Sam Worthington • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Jan 2017
New Zealand IT jobs: do you need a qualification?
Absolute IT

New Zealand IT jobs: do you need a qualification?

Hands on experience trumps formal qualification when it comes to hiring new staff in the ICT sector, according to new information from Absolute IT.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Mar 2016
Auckland a key location for NZ's burgeoning tech sector
Software Development

Auckland a key location for NZ's burgeoning tech sector

Innovation in the Auckland technology sector is driving IT job growth and making the city a prime location for start-ups and IT professionals.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 9th Feb 2016
Kiwi tech pros have it made, industry looking bright
Health Technologies

Kiwi tech pros have it made, industry looking bright

IT professionals starting out their careers can look forward to sharp increases in the first six years of their careers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
Govt needs to 'get with the programme' on NZ's gender pay gap
Government

Govt needs to 'get with the programme' on NZ's gender pay gap

The Green Party demands urgent Government action on NZ's worsening gender pay gap, as men earn nearly NZD $8k more than women, per the latest report.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Jan 2016
IT employers look past formal education to find innovators
EduTech

IT employers look past formal education to find innovators

Employers are shifting focus from qualifications to workplace culture and innovative thinking when hiring, according to AbsoluteIT.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Oct 2015
Women in technology: The NZ numbers are up but...
Business Analyst

Women in technology: The NZ numbers are up but...

New research shows women now make up 21% of the Kiwi technology workforce, while pay discrepancies vary depending on experience and area of expertise.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Jul 2015
Business confidence hits IT pay packets, bonuses
Health Technologies

Business confidence hits IT pay packets, bonuses

Tech sector pay packages have decreased for the first time since June 2013 - but which regions are faring best?.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Jul 2015

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Has NZ's ICT skills shortage caused a 2% drop in salary?
Absolute IT

Has NZ's ICT skills shortage caused a 2% drop in salary?

A new report shows NZ median IT salaries are down 2% in July, reaching $80,000. NZ's skills shortage and migration levels may be contributing factors.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Jul 2016
Insight into the world of an IT security analyst
Cybersecurity

Insight into the world of an IT security analyst

Cyber security is one of the biggest threats to businesses worldwide, with a growing demand for IT security specialists.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 30th Jun 2016
Auckland IT job market report: Money still reigns, but intangibles rate highly
Software Development

Auckland IT job market report: Money still reigns, but intangibles rate highly

Auckland IT professionals rate an attractive salary as most important consideration in a new job, but flexible working hours are very important too.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Jun 2016
New Zealand IT workers staying put, survey finds
Absolute IT

New Zealand IT workers staying put, survey finds

The outflow of IT talent from New Zealand is slowing, with only 9% of professionals planning to work abroad in 2016.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Feb 2016
Wintec using tech to support students and staff
Absolute IT

Wintec using tech to support students and staff

Wintec harnesses innovative tech to enhance learning and workplace flexibility for students and staff in Hamilton's evolving IT landscape.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Oct 2015
Fight for talent heats up; flexibility key
Absolute IT

Fight for talent heats up; flexibility key

New Absolute IT survey shows the tech staff shortage is continuing to bite - so what can you do to attract and keep talent?.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2015
Wellington IT skills drought continues
Software Development

Wellington IT skills drought continues

Absolute IT says IT professionals are in 'hot demand' in Wellington and have released a statement encoraging those with IT skills to head to the city.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Mar 2015
IT career opportunities galore in New Zealand
Software Development

IT career opportunities galore in New Zealand

New Zealand's tech industry is thriving with high job satisfaction, flexible working conditions, and competitive salaries, attracting global talent.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Mar 2015

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