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IT courses could help businesses ride the storm
Two ways in which businesses can survive the economic downturn are cost-saving technology and IT courses for staff.That is the opinion of experts who have taken part in a new podcast hosted by the British...
IT industry pioneer dies
The IT industry has been mourning the passing of one of computing's pioneers.David Caminer, a founding developer at the computer company Leo, died on June 19th, aged 93.One of the most influential IT careers...
IT security lapses 'could affect economy'
Security is one of the fastest growing sectors of the IT industry - and without it, the nation's economy could stall, a new report has claimed.The Economic and Social Research Council believes that many...
Gates brings down curtain on IT career
One of the IT industry's most famous figureheads has closed the door on a career that spanned 33 years.On Friday, Bill Gates announced he would be stepping down from day-to-day duties at Microsoft Corporation,...
IT careers role in future public services
A new government report has outlined the role that those in IT careers have in improving the performance of public services.Entitled Excellence and fairness: Achieving world class public services, the...
Green concerns declining in senior IT careers?
A new report has suggested that some of those in senior IT jobs are losing their interest in the environmental impact of their businesses.Fewer than half (48 per cent) of IT directors questioned by document...
New partnership aims to make data centres greener
The British Computer Society (BCS) has announced details of a new partnership that is aiming to make IT careers in data centres more sustainable.Together with the Carbon Trust and Romonet, the society...
Security fears 'not acknowledged by auditors'
Technology security is not acknowledged as a business priority by many in senior IT careers, new research has suggested.A survey of auditors and chief information officers discovered that nearly two out...
Internet is 'another teacher' for students
Having access to the internet is akin to having another teacher for many students and pupils.That is the opinion of Ray Barker, director of the British Educational Suppliers Association - the body which...
"No half-measures" with web design courses
Students on web design courses need to be completely committed to achieving their goals, one industry expert maintains.Bob Casey, a member of the Design Skills Panel and professor of visual communication...
The changing face of top-level IT careers
As the evolution of technology progresses, the role of those in IT careers must follow, one expert has claimed.Alex Cullen, vice president and research director at Forrester Research, told delegates at...
What skills are needed for IT service management?
Those considering IT careers might have come across IT service management (ITSM) when perusing the wealth of available options.These roles - which can include networking jobs expertise - require the holder...
"Very few" students hold negative perceptions of IT careers
The majority of university students have a positive impression of IT careers, one expert has claimed.Robin Mellors-Bourne, development director at career development organisation Crac, was speaking after...
IT industry bemoans skills barrier
Many small businesses in the IT industry are struggling to expand due to a lack of qualified staff, a new report has claimed.More than a quarter (26 per cent) of smaller firms questioned by internet service...
CMI: Career changes sought by many managers in diverse groups
Switching to IT careers could be at the forefront of many managers' minds, new research has suggested.According to the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), 67 per cent of managers from diverse groups...
IT careers 'not promoted at schools'
Few British undergraduates believe that IT careers are adequately promoted to school pupils, according to a new report.Research launched by the British Computer Society (BCS) revealed that more than 90...
IT jobs 'could help airlines beat crisis'
The air travel industry is looking to IT jobs to help it emerge from a period of difficulty.At the Sita Air Transport IT Summit last week, Giovanni Bisignani, director general and chief executive of the...
Study reveals IT jobs holders' nosy habits
Many people in IT jobs cannot resist a peek at the confidential information at their fingertips, a new survey has revealed.Security software vendor Cyber Ark quizzed 300 employees in IT jobs and found...
'Patience is the key' with web design
Companies who wish to see instant results following the redesign of a website need to be little more patient, a firm in the sector has suggested.One of Birmingham-based Essence Design's latest web design...
IT industry says happy birthday to Baby
Saturday marked a special anniversary for the IT industry.On June 21st day 60 years ago, the world's first stored-program computer - which was christened The Baby - ran a program.That momentous event took...
Consultation calls for more training time at work
IT training is in the spotlight following the launch of a consultation on workplace training by the government.The request comes on the back of calls from John Denham, secretary of state for innovation,...
MP website design to be judged
Whether or not the teams behind MPs' homepages should be sent on web design courses is set to be examined with a new competition.The British Computer Society (BCS) is running an awards programme for the...
IT leaders set to meet HRH
IT careers can be some among the most rewarding jobs in the job market - but even the best-paid directors were probably unprepared for the latest recognition bestowed upon the industry.Three of IT's figureheads...
BCS calls for govt support for IT training
Those embarking on IT training courses should be eligible for state funding, the British Computer Society (BCS) has argued.While university students beginning maths, engineering, science and technology...
Removing the gender bias from IT
The key to improving the balance of men and women working in IT careers is the removal of any sense of gender from the industry, one expert has argued.IT journalist Nicole Kobie said that throughout her...
Poll highlights hunger for skills in IT industry
Businesses continue to find it difficult to fill their IT careers with adequately skilled candidates, the findings of a new poll suggest.US-based firm Robert Half Technology questioned chief information...
Business booming for IT security
Individuals considering a change of employment might like to consider programming courses, following a new report into the health of the enterprise software industry.Sales of security programs are booming,...
IT and operations 'need to work hand-in-hand'
Professionals in programming careers might be interested in new research by KPMG, which sheds light on how new IT projects are viewed among businesses.The consultancy found that many executives believe...
Home learning 'requires interaction'
While students on home learning courses may not have to make the daily trip to the lecture hall or classroom, there is still a certain amount of interaction that needs to take place.Trent E Gabert, associate...
IT skills gap 'will not be plugged by schools'
Secondary school education is not doing enough to help fill the next generation of IT careers, experts have argued.A skills gap in the industry means that those who have completed IT training are in huge...
'No direct cost benefits' from use of laptops at work
Laptop computers may be used more and more in IT jobs and other careers, but one expert has claimed businesses may be losing money by pushing the technology.Brian Gammage, a partner at research firm Gartner,...
'Treat IT contractors well' to retain talent
Companies that give adequate reward to those in contracted IT jobs are likely to reap the largest benefits, it has been claimed.ContractorCalculator has advised businesses not to bow to economic pressure...
Web designers get a glimpse of Expression
Microsoft has unveiled its revamped Expression suite of products aimed at those in web design careers.Expression - which features the programs Expression Graphic Designer, Expression Interactive Designer...
New networking tool planned by Microsoft
Those planning networking careers might be interested in a new development being pioneered by Microsoft.The software giant is testing a new system that will allow users on enterprise networks to communicate...
More opportunities for senior IT jobs?
Senior IT jobs are more in demand in the IT industry following the credit crunch, according to one expert.An increasing trend for outsourcing and offshoring IT jobs due to the credit crunch has meant a...
'Schools have a role' in IT training
Schools have a responsibility to prepare children for IT jobs in the IT industry, according to a leading academic.With the IT industry currently experiencing a skills shortage, children should be encouraged...
IT salaries 'at 3-year high'
Salaries for those in IT jobs are at their highest for three years, it has been claimed.In its computer staff salary survey, market researcher Celre found that skills shortages have made it vital for companies...
Importance of creative web design highlighted
The importance, particularly for small businesses, of deploying creative web design has been highlighted.Writing for promotion world, Joanna Gabel insists that by making use of the IT skills relevant professionals...
IT jobs stereotypes 'have changed'
The stereotypes that many people have in their mind about IT jobs are becoming increasingly outdated, it has been claimed.According to Amy Dobson, writing for the San Francisco Chronicle recently, the...
IT industry 'maturing'
The IT industry is maturing and professionals within the industry will need to adapt, according to reports.Writing for MyCustomer.com recently, Stuart Lauchan makes the case that business intelligence...
'Solid footing' for those in IT jobs
People who have gained IT skills and have found employment within the sector are on a solid footing as far as their future prospects are concerned, it has been claimed.Speaking to the E-Commerce Times...
'Significant changes' ahead in IT industry
Significant changes are set to be introduced to the IT industry around the world, according to one expert.Tech Republic's executive editor Jason Hiner insists that the stereotypical 'geek', who can only...
IT recruitment is "hot"
IT recruitment remains a hot market for individuals with the kinds of skills in demand among employers, according to a new report.Staffing services firm Vertitude is convinced that only a very small minority...
IT training 'should encompass business skills'
Anyone learning IT skills should also be given a grounding in relevant issues for businesses in order to make them more valuable to employers, it has been claimed.According to Andrew Tuson, head of City...
Businesses advised to take lead on staff IT training
Companies owe it to themselves and their employees to make sure the right IT training takes place at the right time, one expert has claimed.Andy Dent, managing director of Innovit, told the Birmingham...
A flair for maths? Then IT could be for you
If you enjoy solving mathematical problems - and you are looking for a career change - then IT training could open a door for you.Marcus de Sautoy, professor of mathematics at Wadham College, Oxford University,...
Mobile working on the decline?
An increasing number of people in IT careers and other professions could be working in the office, despite recent steps to promote mobile working, new research has suggested.A survey of workers in the...
Demand for IT jobs 'outstripping supply'
The future is likely to bring an increasing number of available IT jobs to the market as fewer people emerge with the requisite skills, it has been claimed.Steve Furber CBE, Professor of Computer Engineering...
Distance learning becoming more popular in US
Economic problems in the US have led to a growth in the number of students undertaking distance learning courses, it has been revealed. The spiralling cost of oil has led to substantial price rises at...
Welsh skills sector council to promote IT jobs to girls
The Welsh assembly government has begun moves to persuade more schoolgirls that IT jobs could be right for them.It has partnered with e-skills UK to set up a network of computer clubs aimed at ten to 14-year-old...
Women 'unclear' on their future in IT careers
Many women working in IT careers are unsure what the future holds for them, according to a new survey.At an event organised by womenintechnology.co.uk, 41 per cent of respondents said they felt a number...
Bonuses on the rise in IT industry
A career change to the IT industry could be as rewarding financially as it is mentally, recent research has found.Figures published by the National Computing Centre (NCC) show that the proportion of people...
Network support professionals 'to be in high demand'
Professionals considering a change to an IT career might like to consider networking courses, following the findings of a new survey.The National Computing Centre (NCC) recently published its Benchmark...
BCS offers tips on effective website design
A good website is as much a solution to a problem as it is a necessary tool for many businesses. But how effective can it be?The British Computer Society (BCS) believes that a great deal of firms lose...
Skills shortage 'spells IT career opportunities for women'
Skills shortages in the IT sector might be bad news for employers - but it could be good news for those considering IT careers.Maggie Berry, director of womenintechnology.co.uk, said that there is a large...
Small businesses 'miss out' through lack of web design
Web design courses could be an option for people at smaller businesses looking to compete with their bigger competitors, it has been implied.Julie Howell, director of accessibility at web design company...
With what kind of company should you begin your IT career?
Having completed a course of IT training, professionals might turn their attention to what company they will choose to help further their career.Many businesses will have in-house technical departments,...
