Coronavirus: Tech sector ‘best prepared for home working’
The technology sector, including information tech, Internet, and software, is one of the best prepared industries to weather a mass home working strategy, according to new research.
Rise of remote workforce creates new protection and compliance risks
Consumer messaging apps have overtaken email for work communication via mobile, which in turn is creating new privacy and security risks faced by employers and employees, according to a new report.
Technology at work ‘impacting wellness and is the root cause of conflict’
80% of employees hoped that tech-enabled remote working capabilities would give them better work-life balance. However the reality is far different, with almost half (42%) claiming that new smart working practices are negatively impacting their work-life balance, according to new research.
Revealed: Top 10 countries with the most female tech CEOs
A report last year found that less than 5% of women hold CEO positions at companies around the world. The number of women in leadership roles is still vastly behind men who hold these job titles, but how does the tech industry perform for women in CEO roles?
Tech job ads plunge by 52% in UK
The number of tech jobs advertised in the UK fell 52% from mid-2019 to the end of the year, according to new data.
Which smart home products will Brits own in 2020?
Smart thermostats are the most popular IoT device that Brits want for their home, ahead of a smart doorbell, according to new research.
Mobile World Congress cancelled over coronavirus fears
The Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona has been cancelled after a growing number of firms pulled out over coronavirus fears.
Emerging technology now ‘integral part of how fans consume sports’
While positive fan experiences with technology bring multiple new opportunities to sports organisations, athletes are increasingly using it for training, injury prevention and improving performance, according to new research.
Top 3 digital transformation tips for 2020: Improving customer experience, digital presence and sales and marketing effectiveness
As we enter 2020, what are the top priorities transformation for global companies? New research identifies the key areas to focus on.
Brain drain? Quarter of Britain’s creative industry prepared to leave the UK (and their job) due to Brexit
A quarter (25%) of marketing, media and design professionals are planning to seek employment outside the UK as a result of Britain’s decision to leave the European Union, according to new research.
UK online adspend ‘now accounts for 3 in every 5 pounds spent’
UK adspend rose 5.6% year-on-year to reach £5.97bn in Q3 2019, 0.8 percentage points ahead of forecast, according to new research Warc and the Ad Association.
The race for Quantum Computing supremacy
Quantum computers are set to help us solve humanity’s most complex challenges – challenges that our existing computers can’t even scratch the surface of. With tech giants including Google, IBM, Microsoft and Intel racing to create the next generation of supercomputers, investment in quantum computing technologies are booming. But which companies are leading the way in quantum computing?
Global IT trends for 2020: Self teaching and AI boosting staff skills
French start-up CodinGame officially published its annual report on the profession of developer after questioning over 20, 000 coding staff in 120 countries. For the third year running, the company profiled their developer community asking interviewees about their daily workload, their habits and other aspects of their profession. Discover the results of this large-scale study that analyses the profession of developer.
Media industry trends for 2020: Collaboration culture, remote working and voice assistants for everything
Andy Wilson, Head of Media, Dropbox, shares his insights about the state of the European media industry and how technology is fundamentally shifting the way professionals collaborate and communicate.
The 100 trends that will shape the new decade: Mutiverses and anti-Instagram dining
From multiverse exploration to anti-Instagram dining, a new report looks ahead to the defining trends in consumer behaviour and innovation for 2020.
The jobs most at risk from automation
Waiters, stock assistants and executive sales are the jobs most at risk from automation, while Dentists, doctors, teachers are safest, according to new research.
Salaries set to increase for the first time in two years – by just 3%
Professional salaries in the UK are expected to increase by at least 3% in 2020 – following two years of pay freezes.
With over half of UK professionals believing that their pay is not an accurate reflection of the work they do – news of salary increases above 2020 inflation rates (1.94%) will be warmly welcomed.
UK organisations ‘failing to support their marketing and sales staff’
A quarter of British organisations are failing to carry out any kind of training or coaching for their marketing and sales staff.
CES 2020 roundup: AI skincare assistants, virtual humans and loo roll fetching bots
The CES consumer tech show in Las Vegas features thousands of companies from Google and Samsung to unknown startups, all showcasing their ‘next big thing’ in tech. We take a look at the most notable gadgets to come out of this year’s expo, from the innovative to the odd.
Which UK industries most demand specific digital skills from job applicants?
With nearly a quarter (24%) of Brits will actively seek a new role in 2020, new research reveals which sectors demand specific digital skills.
