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Upskilling stories - Page 4

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Generative AI to reshape 85% of software workforce by 2025
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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physical security
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genai
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Report predicts 85% of the global software workforce will adopt generative AI within two years, citing benefits in efficiency and innovation but flagging concerns over unauthorised use.
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South East Asia leads in email security awareness
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
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zoho
Zoho's report reveals SEA's lead in email security awareness among developing regions. SMEs lag behind larger enterprises and developed regions.
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The psychology behind system migrations and how to manage change
Mon, 8th Jul 2024
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digital transformation
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erp
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leadership
Businesses face daunting changes with digital transformations; mastering the psychology behind these shifts is key to effective change management.
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Australian firms seek flexibility & tech for productivity boost
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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it training
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hcm
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cloud services
Flexible work methods and global hires are key to Australian business growth, yet implementation remains limited, finds Rippling. Firms eye UK and US markets.
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Experts advocate post-summit steps and vision for AI adoption
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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martech
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cdp
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ai models
Following the AI Seoul and AI Summit in Sydney, international experts from various sectors emphasised the importance of pragmatic steps and strategic vision in adopting AI.
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Capgemini report: connected health solutions soar in life sciences
Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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wearables
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apm
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genai
Capgemini's new report reveals a six-fold surge in connected health solutions in pharma and biotech since 2021, with organisations expecting 20% of revenue from these services within five years.
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Women in engineering call for diversity to drive innovation
Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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ai
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software development
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gender diversity
On International Women in Engineering Day, industry leaders stress the need for diversity and upskilling, advocating for women’s pivotal role in tech innovation.
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Employees report increased positivity towards AI in the workplace
Mon, 17th Jun 2024
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A new Avanade report reveals Microsoft Copilot for M365 boosts workplace communication and creativity but raises concerns over transparency and original thinking.
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academyEX launches campaign with 76% boost in engagement
Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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ai
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collaboration
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students
academyEX's new Find your EXfactor campaign, featuring a vibrant explainer video, has boosted engagement by 76%, reshaping how postgraduate education is marketed.
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AI-powered cake baking facility opened in Queensland
Tue, 28th May 2024
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ai
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ml
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smart factory
Priestleys Gourmet Delights has unveiled a 53 million AI-powered facility in Brisbane, doubling production capacity and creating 56 jobs by 2026.
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Four easy ways for business to increase return on investment from learning initiatives
Tue, 28th May 2024
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digital transformation
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genai
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RMIT Online and Deloitte Access Economics report that business training budgets will increase to AUD $8 billion in 2024. However, with 45% of companies mismanaging these funds, there are four ways to maximise ROI.
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AI in manufacturing; A clear opportunity For Australia, but not without challenges
Fri, 17th May 2024
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collaboration
AI brings transformative potential to Australia’s manufacturing sector, but challenges remain in tech capabilities and data management that must be addressed.
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Australian budget overlooks cybersecurity amidst AI threats
Wed, 15th May 2024
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it training
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power / energy
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ai
Despite addressing innovation and renewable energy, Australia's recent budget missed crucial investments in cybersecurity, raising AI threat concerns.
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Udemy launches GenAI features for International Day of AI
Wed, 15th May 2024
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martech
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personalisation
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cdp
On International Day of AI, Udemy launches GenAI features to boost career growth, with 55% of tech pros seeing GenAI as crucial, per a BCG study.
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Australians favour IT & language skills, Udemy report reveals
Thu, 9th May 2024
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skills gap
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employers
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digital skills
Australians are increasingly turning to online learning platforms such as Udemy to upskill, with a surge in IT certification courses and language learning, according to the Q1 2024 Global Workplace Learning Index.
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High AI wages & gender gap in Australia, reveals Randstad study
Wed, 8th May 2024
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randstad
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study
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wages
Australia is among the top three countries paying premium wages for AI skills, however, men still dominate with 81% of the workforce, reveals a Randstad study.
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Firms must embrace personalised learning for workforce development
Fri, 3rd May 2024
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edutech
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partner programmes
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iam
Personalised learning is being recognised as vital for modern workplaces, addressing diverse employee needs and facilitating engagement.
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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.
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Secure code starts with a training commitment to development teams
Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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it training
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devops
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application security
There’s plenty to learn from the way that finance and eCommerce sectors have defined and adopted secure approaches to software engineering.
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academyEX initiates scholarships scheme for those affected by job loss
Wed, 24th Apr 2024
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iam
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leadership
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scholarship
academyEX has launched scholarship schemes for redundant workers, aiming to prepare them for future workplace evolution with self-paced learning programmes.