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Kiwi Stories

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Exclusive: New Randstad NZ director aims to tackle recruitment challenges

Sarah Bills, the new Randstad NZ director, aims to confront recruitment challenges amid economic shifts and a growing focus on diversity in the sector.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 4th Nov 2024

NZX

Blackpearl Group announces leadership changes & hires

Blackpearl Group has appointed Jean-Francois Arlove as Chief Financial Officer and transitioned Karen Cargill to Chief Governance Officer, enhancing its leadership.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024

Global Stories

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Data Protection

N-able strengthens global strategy with new VP hires

N-able has appointed Jonathan Bartholomew, Paul Monaghan, and Andy Hudson to enhance its global channel strategy and strengthen partnerships across markets.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024

IT Industry

SolarWinds survey reveals widening IT skills gap concerns

A recent SolarWinds survey reveals 41% of IT professionals are struggling to find qualified candidates, highlighting a significant skills gap in the industry.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Nov 2024

Hybrid Cloud

Softsource vBridge marks 20th year with Nelson expansion

Softsource vBridge marks its 20th anniversary with a significant expansion, opening new offices in Nelson and adding over a dozen local hires.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2024

Data Protection

Kordia strengthens cyber team with two senior hires

Kordia boosts its Cyber Security business with the appointments of Patric Balmer and Elaine McCarthy to enhance managed services and cloud security.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Nov 2024

Data Protection

KnowBe4 launches free module to secure the hiring process

KnowBe4 has launched a free cybersecurity training module to bolster security during hiring, following a thwarted breach by a North Korean hacker.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024

Payment Technologies

Deel expands global visa support for digital nomads

Deel has expanded its immigration support for digital nomads, offering visa assistance across nine countries to streamline global employment processes.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024

Human Capital Management

Australian executives question hiring despite HR spend

A survey by SmartRecruiters reveals that nearly a third of Australian executives doubt their hiring quality, despite vast recruitment investments.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024

Recruitment

Recruiters in Australia & NZ face surge in applications

Australia and New Zealand see a dramatic rise in job applications, with agencies struggling to filter candidates amid a tightening job market, says JobAdder.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024

Artificial Intelligence

Aussie firms lead AI shift with strong digital literacy push

Australian companies outpace US, UK, and Europe in AI readiness, with 90% prioritising AI literacy and GTM leaders gearing up for a 20% tech investment increase by 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024

Marketing Technologies

HCLTech surpasses sustainability targets & earns key accolades

HCLTech reduced its emissions by 25% for FY24, surpassing SBTi targets. Notable achievements include energy reduction, significant community impact, and top ESG ratings.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2024

Data Analytics

Redbird introduces new conversational AI for enterprise BI

Redbird has unveiled a conversational AI platform set to revolutionise enterprise business intelligence, making data analytics as simple as a Google search.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Coalition expands Australian team with cyber experts

Coalition enhances its Australian team with the addition of three cybersecurity experts, bolstering efforts to protect local SMEs from digital risks.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024

Blockchain

AI talent demand surges 1300% as tech hiring globalises

Demand for AI talent has surged by 1300% in two years, as companies increasingly seek specialised skills through global recruitment efforts.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

CybaVerse secures GBP £1.1m funding & new leadership

CybaVerse has secured over GBP £1.1 million in funding and expanded its leadership team, aiming to enhance cyber security for SMEs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024

Marketing Technologies

PushON expands team with new senior hires amid demand rise

PushON, a Manchester-based eCommerce consultancy, has appointed three senior hires to bolster its digital marketing team amid rising demand for services.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd Oct 2024

Cloud Security

StickmanCyber restructures, hires new talent amid growth

StickmanCyber has announced a major restructuring with five new senior appointments, aiming to enhance cybersecurity services amid a surge in demand in Australia.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Oct 2024