Mozilla CEO resigns after gay marriage outrage
07 April, 2014 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingCan tech CEOs hold political opinions that run counter to their organisation's mission statement? The case of Mozilla CEO Brendan Eich suggests that the answer could be 'no'.
Microsoft reshuffles top executives
03 April, 2014 by Andrew CollinsMicrosoft has made new leadership appointments to its Cloud and Enterprise, Microsoft Devices and Xbox groups.
Hiring expectations returning with business confidence
01 April, 2014 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingWith Australian companies feeling more confident in their growth prospects for 2014, the percentage of businesses planning to increase headcount is also growing, a survey shows.
Aussie ICT contractors more in demand than ICT staff
26 March, 2014 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingAustralian companies are now more likely to hire ICT contractors than permanent ICT staff, with demand for ICT contractors stronger than in any other profession, a survey suggests.
Symantec abruptly fires CEO
25 March, 2014 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingOne analyst feels that Symantec's decision to fire CEO Steve Bennett - the face of the company's turnaround efforts - is a "major black eye".
Telstra's Sensis to cut 800 Australian jobs
20 February, 2014 by Andrew CollinsTelstra's advertising and directories arm, Sensis, revealed this week that it will chop 800 jobs around Australia, sparking fiery responses from the unions.
Australian IT salaries to grow 2.3% in 2014
17 February, 2014 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingIT recruitment is expected to increase overall in Australia in 2014 according to a Robert Walters report, with significant variation expected between the jobs markets of different states.
Telemarketers up for back pay after Ombudsman action
10 February, 2014 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingCall centre operators Telco Services Australia and Trimatic Contract Services have agreed to reclassify their workers as employees and pay back pay to settle legal action from the Fair Work Ombudsman.
Microsoft reveals new CEO amid board reshuffle
06 February, 2014Microsoft's board of directors has appointed Satya Nadella as its new CEO and member of the board of directors effective immediately, while also announcing a slight reshuffle of its board.
Vodafone names new CEO
30 January, 2014Vodafone Romania CEO Inaki Berroeta will replace Bill Morrow as the CEO of Vodafone Australia, commencing March 2014.
Australian ICT employers expect tougher 2014
30 January, 2014 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingAustralian ICT employers are bracing for what they expect will be more challenging market conditions this year, with workers increasingly feeling the pressure.
Social networking the new self-therapy
23 January, 2014 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingFrequent use of social networking is subconsciously causing users to reflect on their behaviour and improve themselves, Queensland researcher Dr Theresa Sauter argues.
Intel to chop 5% of workforce, denies "layoff"
20 January, 2014 by Andrew CollinsIntel plans to cut its global headcount of around 107,000 by about 5% this year, equalling a total loss of more than 5000 jobs.
Teachers should encourage women into ICT industry: Deloitte
06 December, 2013 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingA Deloitte report details how women remain underrepresented in Australian ICT, with a particular paucity at the top level, and calls on the industry and the education sector to respond.
Motorola Solutions names ANZ enterprise unit GM
20 November, 2013 by Dylan Bushell-EmblingDavid Arkles will take over from Neale Joseph as Motorola Solutions' general manager for enterprise solutions in Australia and NZ.
