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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from D2L

In this TechDay video, Tony Maguire of D2L discusses the company's learning solutions and the role of micro-credentials in filling skills gaps.

By Mitchell Hageman • 1 min read • Wed, 7th Sep 2022

Information Communication & Technology

IWD 2022: How companies can nurture the female ICT leaders of tomorrow

Achieving a gender balanced senior leadership team won't happen by chance, says Marketplacer Jennifer Kreutzer.

By Jennifer Kreutzer • 4 min read • Tue, 8th Mar 2022

Human Capital Management

COVID-19 has led to a surge in employees looking to change jobs or upskill

People turn to robots for career support after feeling lonely and disconnected during the pandemic, says Oracle study.

By Catherine Knowles • 6 min read • Wed, 27th Oct 2021

eLearning

AVEVA launches cloud-based learning solution for industrial workforce

AVEVA launches cloud-based Unified Learning solution to upskill industrial workforce and improve learning experiences.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Sep 2021

Stories from Other Regions

Professional Development (PD) stories

Support

IWD 2023: Supporters in high places - How a sponsor can send your career soaring

Mentoring and sponsorship can help women reach their full potential in male-dominated industries, like IT, on International Women's Day 2023.

By Tanya Hovagimian • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

Unified Communications

Black & White Engineering Expands Global Team with 93 New Hires

Engineering firm Black and White Engineering is expanding its workforce, having experienced a 34% increase in staffing over the past year.

By Oliver Stewart • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Feb 2023

Professional Development

Gallagher Security makes five new appointments

Gallagher Security appoints 5 new members to their Australian sales and marketing teams in preparation for growth in the region. #security #Australia.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Feb 2023

Hybrid & Remote Work

Nurses not monoliths are the backbone healthcare system

Retention hinges on better support, recognition and safer workloads as a McKinsey report warns more nurses are considering leaving direct patient care.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Wed, 8th Jun 2022

Digital Transformation

me-u appoints Katrina Barry as CEO

Barry's world-class experience in business transformation and innovation will drive the next phase of growth for me-u.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Mar 2022

Digital Transformation

Get on the right track – Rail live and on demand

Rail operators under pressure from Covid-19 can join a 24-hour virtual summit with 50 speakers live or on-demand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 25th May 2020

Digital Transformation

Construction industry post-lockdown – what you can do now to prepare

One-third of construction jobs are at risk as firms brace for insolvencies and shift training and services online to survive the lockdown.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Apr 2020

Human Capital Management

New Zealand Construction Sector Training Programme

An acute skills shortage is threatening New Zealand construction growth, prompting RICS to train workers amid forecasts of 50,000 more staff needed.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2019

Data Analytics

How do we grow great engineers?

A shortage of engineers is already constraining construction, manufacturing and agriculture as firms struggle to adapt to new skills and technologies.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2019

Climate change

You can’t push regulation change without economic provision

Delays to economic regulation could leave councils reluctant to invest, slowing safer water upgrades for rural communities.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Thu, 14th Mar 2019

Smart Cities

How the Australian water industry is transforming the world from down-under

With population growth and climate change mounting, utilities are rolling out new operations, reuse and safety measures to secure future supply.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 3rd Mar 2019

Sustainability

Students worldwide join forces to tackle Waikato’s waste problems

A global design-thinking relay has helped turn Raglan waste concerns into reusable-box ideas aimed at curbing single-use packaging in Waikato.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Jan 2019

Education, Learning & Training

Is your building dangerous?

Occupants and managers are being warned that blocked exits, deferred maintenance and poor compliance can leave everyday buildings unsafe.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Sep 2018

Oil and Gas

Learning to manage pipeline corrosion

Corrosion control is emerging as a costly priority for utilities, as Brisbane hosts training on extending pipeline life and cutting maintenance spend.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Jun 2018