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IWD 2024: Inspiring diversity in data - My journey in the industry

Determined to stimulate diversity in the data industry, Cathy Conroy shares her journey of championing female inclusion across tech roles in Australia and New Zealand.

By Cathy Conroy • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024

Power / Energy

Three reasons why open standards will be at the heart of energy transition

Open standards are pivotal to the transition from fossil-based to renewable energy, ensuring compatibility, averting vendor lock-in, and ensuring flexibility.

By Rolf Bienert • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Mar 2024

Space Technologies

3GPP Standards for Satellite IoT – the catalyst for progression, or a Mexican standoff?

Amid a lowered cost to develop satellite networks, questions arise as to whether 3GPP Standards for Satellite IoT will serve as a progression catalyst or incite standstill tensions.

By Alastair Macleod • 7 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2024

Unified Communications

How advanced digital technologies are making London roads work better

Transport for London implements advanced digital technologies to manage congestion and improve efficiency on London's roads.

By Aaron Holt • 5 min read • Wed, 21st Feb 2024

Supply Chain

5 supply chain strategies to prepare for inflation & potential recession

As inflation spikes and a potential recession looms, businesses must adapt their supply chains with resilience and agility, preparing to not only survive, but thrive amid a changing economic landscape.

By Teresa Chiykowski • 5 min read • Mon, 19th Feb 2024

Storage

Next-gen block storage redefines mission-critical storage architectures

Let's take a closer look at how this next-generation HPE block storage platform redefines enterprise storage.

By Simon Watkins • 7 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2024

Customer Relationship Management

Putting all your eggs in one communication basket is never a good idea

Reliance on a single Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) solution, such as Microsoft Teams, puts businesses at risk as highlighted by recent outages; diversifying options can boost resilience and functionality.

By Peter Hughes • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Feb 2024

Data Analytics

Investment bank predicts 2024's most influential climate tech trends

Following a drop in funding, 2024 sees a predicted resurgence in climate tech trends, with clean energy, hydrogen, carbon capture and storage, and alternative proteins earmarked for significant investment growth.

By Marion Jeng • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jan 2024

Manufacturing

AI, Machine Learning boom to dominate the year 2024

2024 predictions: Increased use of AI, collaboration, servitisation, near-shoring, and additive manufacturing in industries. Non-fragile approach needed.

By Matthew Addley • 4 min read • Fri, 3rd Nov 2023

Internet of Things

The secrets to maximising IoT battery life: 11 things you must know before your next deployment

Addressing battery longevity isn't straightforward – it's a multifaceted question like 'how long is a piece of string?.

By Gerhard Loots • 6 min read • Mon, 30th Oct 2023

Supply Chain

Mastering corporate governance with automated payment controls in the UK

UK finance teams face increased risk as financial crime surges, prompting the implementation of UK SOx in 2024. Compliance is key for protection.

By Anish Kapoor • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Sep 2023

Large Language Models

Altering the commercial landscape through the power of AI

There will be winners and losers in the AI race, but AI pessimists are discounting the creativity and productivity that the technology will unleash.

By Mark Sherman • 6 min read • Tue, 1st Aug 2023

Data Protection

How does your company's board measure cyber resilience?

Cyber resilience is not just about dealing with threats, it's about the board's overall ability to make informed decisions.

By Deryck Mitchelson • 6 min read • Tue, 27th Jun 2023

AR, VR & Metaverse

IWD 2023: Leading a Web3 Startup Through Uncertainty

Female leaders from New Zealand, Scotland, and YouTube step down, urging us to examine the cultural origins of their resignations.

By Naomi Lackaff • 7 min read • Thu, 9th Mar 2023

International Women's Day

IWD 2023: Women in tech and innovation - the next frontier of fashion

Combining the powerful force of technology with the personal and emotional threads of fashion is currently underrepresented and underappreciated in Australia.

By Margot Balch • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

Leadership

IWD 2023: Building the skills and mindset you need for a lasting career

Sarah Danzl, VP of Communications and Customer Advocacy at Degreed, discusses how to build a lasting career this International Women's Day. .

By Sarah Danzl • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

Careers

IWD 2023: How to overcome inequity and secure a satisfying career

Life isn't fair and many people find themselves in challenging circumstances that make it hard to get out of the starting blocks.

By Lesley Smith • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

Smart Cities

Internet of Things doesn't have to be overwhelming

Smart cities, buildings, and utilities face similar challenges in deploying IoT. Open standards and LPWANs, like LoRaWAN, offer cost-effective solutions.

By Donna Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

Business Continuity

Why cyber insurance is important for heavily regulated SMEs

it has become clear in the last few years that no matter the sophistication of an organisation's defences, cybercriminals could still find a way in.

By Jamie Akhtar • 5 min read • Mon, 27th Feb 2023

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IWD 2024: A career in tech is a hopeful journey toward diversity, equity and inclusivity