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We all know the value of cloud training, what happens when we don't?
DevOps

We all know the value of cloud training, what happens when we don't?

Cloud computing is evolving, but many organizations struggle to successfully migrate due to lack of skills. Training is crucial.

By Gary Duffield • 5 min read • Thu, 8th Sep 2022
3 in 4 employees considering a new job in the second half of 2022
Job seekers

3 in 4 employees considering a new job in the second half of 2022

While macro-economic shifts may be dampening business confidence, worker confidence in the labour market remains strong.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 12th Jul 2022
New tech has a positive impact on job creation in 2020, survey reveals
IT Automation

New tech has a positive impact on job creation in 2020, survey reveals

A survey by Robert Half reveals new tech is set to boost job creation in 2020, with nearly 70% of Australian business leaders optimistic about permanent roles.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2020
IT employers having to up salaries and bonuses to attract talent
Digital Transformation

IT employers having to up salaries and bonuses to attract talent

IT employers in Australia are stepping up with higher salaries, bonuses, and benefits to attract and retain top talent, amid rising competition and wage growth.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Feb 2019
Australians choose better work / life balance over better pay
Hybrid & Remote Work

Australians choose better work / life balance over better pay

Nearly 85% of Australian office workers are willing to take a pay cut in exchange for better work-life balance, according to a survey by Robert Half.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 8th May 2018
The three IT areas that will future-proof your career
Cybersecurity

The three IT areas that will future-proof your career

Here are the top 3 roles in IT that are predicted to create the most jobs in the coming years - did your position make the cut?.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Jan 2017
Fierce competition for IT pros affecting hiring market
Recruitment

Fierce competition for IT pros affecting hiring market

The demand and supply imbalance that has affected the IT hiring market for years will likely continue into 2016.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd Sep 2015

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Cybersecurity skills top priority for AU employers in 2023
Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity skills top priority for AU employers in 2023

The recent high-profile cyber-attacks have put yet again the spotlight on companies security policies and programs.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Jan 2023
Aussie CFOs most resistant to new tech, says research
Digital Transformation

Aussie CFOs most resistant to new tech, says research

Research by Robert Half reveals Australian CFOs are the most resistant to adopting new technologies, citing insufficient training and resistance to change.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2019
Australian CIOs turning to contract IT professionals to fill skills gap
Digital Transformation

Australian CIOs turning to contract IT professionals to fill skills gap

The demand for IT contractors is on the rise in Australia as organizations embrace digital transformation, according to a new survey by Robert Half.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2019
Retiring Baby Boomers to deepen skills shortages in NZ
Robert Half Technology

Retiring Baby Boomers to deepen skills shortages in NZ

Baby Boomer retirement in New Zealand creates skills shortages, with 86% of hiring managers concerned about impact on skillsets, survey finds.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2019
NZ CFOs comment on the impact of automation
Digital Transformation

NZ CFOs comment on the impact of automation

Finance professionals need to adapt their skill sets in order to face the challenges the future workplace will inevitably bring.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2019
Are you paying your IT employees fairly? A third feel overworked and underpaid
Salaries

Are you paying your IT employees fairly? A third feel overworked and underpaid

IT workers may be feeling overworked and underpaid, but they may have the upper hand when it comes to negotiating higher salaries.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Apr 2018
Australian CIOs well aware of internal security risks and plan to do more
Breach Prevention

Australian CIOs well aware of internal security risks and plan to do more

The battle of the breach continues to play out and at least 87% of Australian CIOs have experienced a breach in their own company.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Feb 2018
Report: Education providers need to step up & help fix IT skills shortage
EduTech

Report: Education providers need to step up & help fix IT skills shortage

Australian CIOs call for education system to address widening IT skills gap, with only 3% saying it meets market demands.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Jan 2018
Good news for IT workers - if they are looking for temp work
Recruitment

Good news for IT workers - if they are looking for temp work

Australian CIOs are planning to increase temporary IT headcount by 21% over the next year, according to a report by recruiter Robert Half.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2017
Survey shows NZ businesses adapting practices for millennials
Robert Half Technology

Survey shows NZ businesses adapting practices for millennials

Millennials will make up 50 percent of the global workforce by 2020 - something businesses in NZ are getting ready for.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Aug 2017