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Huge six day conference Xilinx Adapt 2021 kicks off - edge, AI, and big data
Artificial Intelligence

Huge six day conference Xilinx Adapt 2021 kicks off - edge, AI, and big data

New solutions and IP have been revealed for software, AI, and hardware developer communities in the first week of Xilinx Adapt 2021.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Sep 2021
Google welcomes new cohort into Women Founders Academy
Google

Google welcomes new cohort into Women Founders Academy

Google announces second cohort of Women Founders Academy 2021, bringing together 10 founders from Asia Pacific to expand their skills and business leadership.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Aug 2021
You're invited: She Sharp presents Women in Data & Analytics on August 24th
Data Analytics

You're invited: She Sharp presents Women in Data & Analytics on August 24th

The event will feature a panel with the experts, a hands-on workshop on Microsoft Power BI, and the opportunity to gain valuable career advice.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Aug 2021
The steps CIOs should take to advance diversity, equity and inclusion
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The steps CIOs should take to advance diversity, equity and inclusion

CIOs have a great opportunity to advance diversity and inclusion initiatives in their organizations, says Gartner.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Jul 2021
Fujitsu appoints two women in key leadership roles
Fujitsu

Fujitsu appoints two women in key leadership roles

Fujitsu appoints Katherine Cakarnis as VP of customer identity engagement and Nicole Forrester as head of office of purpose in ANZ.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Apr 2021
IWD 2021: Barracuda manager on promoting a 'diversity of thought'
Firewalls

IWD 2021: Barracuda manager on promoting a 'diversity of thought'

Women can be and are leaders, but they may not fit into a male legacy management style, writes Barracuda territory manager for ANZ Angelina Liu.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Cohesity manager on how to better mentor women in IT
International Women's Day

IWD 2021: Cohesity manager on how to better mentor women in IT

Companies and governments must invest in STEM education to attract more women to the IT industry, says Cohesity's Cathy Conroy.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Talend CISO on empowering women in the workplace
International Women's Day

IWD 2021: Talend CISO on empowering women in the workplace

Lack of workforce diversity in the IT industry needs to be acknowledged and addressed head-on to attract more women.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Ping Identity manager on women in the cybersecurity industry
International Women's Day

IWD 2021: Ping Identity manager on women in the cybersecurity industry

The cybersecurity industry needs to change perceptions to attract more women, according to Ping Identity marketing manager Vivienne Horsfall.

By Nick Forrester • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Turnitin director on incentivising diverse staff
International Women's Day

IWD 2021: Turnitin director on incentivising diverse staff

Companies need to provide fair and equitable pay and roles for women, writes Turnitin director of academic partnerships Anna Borek.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Making the tech sector more diverse by making it relatable
Health Technologies

IWD 2021: Making the tech sector more diverse by making it relatable

Gender diversity remains a problem in Australia's tech sector, but to stay competitive, diversity and inclusion must be prioritised.

By Renee Dvir • 6 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Cohesity manager on what organisations can do to support womens' careers
International Women's Day

IWD 2021: Cohesity manager on what organisations can do to support womens' careers

The IT industry needs to create sponsorship programs and offer financial support for childcare to attract more women, says Cohesity manager.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: LogRhythm VP on recognising the skills women bring to the table
Security Information and Event Management

IWD 2021: LogRhythm VP on recognising the skills women bring to the table

The IT industry needs to take a deliberate, top-down approach to attract more women and ensure gender diversity, says Joanne Wong from LogRhythm.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Forbury manager on bringing more women into the IT industry
International Women's Day

IWD 2021: Forbury manager on bringing more women into the IT industry

The IT industry can do more to attract women by recasting what is meant by 'IT', showing opportunities, and highlighting women in leadership roles.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021

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IWD 2021: CrowdStrike director on championing women in the workplace
AI Security

IWD 2021: CrowdStrike director on championing women in the workplace

The IT industry needs to create better visibility and awareness to attract more women, says CrowdStrike head of HR for APJ, Pip McKenzie.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 9th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: 8x8 manager on nurturing female talent
Unified Communications

IWD 2021: 8x8 manager on nurturing female talent

The most important thing is having a long-term commitment to investing in staff, writes 8x8 channel enablement manager for ANZ Sophia Demetriades.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 9th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Achievers manager on a diversity gaps in leadership
International Women's Day

IWD 2021: Achievers manager on a diversity gaps in leadership

Workplace culture, diversity in leadership, and equal pay are vital to attract more women to STEM, says Achievers manager Emma Harvie.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Mar 2021
IWD 2021: Nintex director on challenging gender norms in IT
Application Performance Monitoring

IWD 2021: Nintex director on challenging gender norms in IT

The IT industry needs to show more interest and provide pathways for women to enter, says Nintex director for field marketing, Eileen Tan.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 8th Mar 2021