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Why IT leaders need to give their support to recruiters looking to even the numbers
Digital Transformation

Why IT leaders need to give their support to recruiters looking to even the numbers

IT leaders must back recruiters and foster inclusive cultures if they want to fix tech's gender gap and unlock performance gains.

By Catherine Larroche • 4 min read • Wed, 4th Mar 2026
Recruiters launch age inclusive programme to tackle workplace bias
Human Capital Management

Recruiters launch age inclusive programme to tackle workplace bias

Aquent, Sirius and Talent Quarter join APSCo's Age Inclusive Recruiter programme to combat age bias and boost hiring of candidates aged 50 and above.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Aug 2025

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How to navigate a career change into tech. As a woman. In your 40s
DevOps

How to navigate a career change into tech. As a woman. In your 40s

Women in their 40s are reclaiming tech careers, proving life experience, grit and curiosity can trump age bias and fast-track reinvention.

By Mandy Bath • 5 min read • Fri, 6th Mar 2026
Experts weigh in on marketing's redundancy crisis in Age of AI
Digital Transformation

Experts weigh in on marketing's redundancy crisis in Age of AI

As AI reshapes marketing teams, experts warn of a global redundancy wave-and argue human experience is now the industry's rarest asset.

By Sean Mitchell • 8 min read • Tue, 16th Dec 2025
In-person leadership programmes vital in AI-driven tech era
eLearning

In-person leadership programmes vital in AI-driven tech era

As the tech industry embraces AI, in-person leadership programmes are resurging, fostering vital human connections and deeper learning experiences.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024

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UK senior freelancers drive AI adoption & work longer
Digital Transformation

UK senior freelancers drive AI adoption & work longer

UK freelancers over 50 are embracing AI and upskilling weekly, as many plan to extend their careers well beyond traditional retirement ages.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 12th Dec 2025
Senior UK freelancers over 50 lead the way in AI adoption
Digital Transformation

Senior UK freelancers over 50 lead the way in AI adoption

Nearly half of UK freelancers aged over 50 use AI daily, defying stereotypes as they lead in tech adoption and upskill to stay competitive.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
Kiwis embrace age-diverse workforces, but communication needs work
Digital Transformation

Kiwis embrace age-diverse workforces, but communication needs work

New Zealand businesses may benefit from a workforce of 55+ year olds, as research suggests age diversity improves innovation and customer relations.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Aug 2018
New report shines light on sexism and ageism in ICT industry
Information Communication & Technology

New report shines light on sexism and ageism in ICT industry

Preliminary study calls for urgent investigation into sexism and ageism in New Zealand's ICT industry. Women make up only a quarter of the workforce.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Jan 2018