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How women's perspective can be beneficial in Supply Chain Management
Unified Communications

How women's perspective can be beneficial in Supply Chain Management

Women now represent 41% of the supply chain workforce, offering diverse perspectives that boost problem-solving, sustainability, and collaboration.

By Nadia Conradie • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
Rachael Hedges shares insights on thriving in tech world
Massey University

Rachael Hedges shares insights on thriving in tech world

Rachael Hedges, Managing Director of Versed, shares her journey navigating the male-dominated tech industry, emphasising the importance of communication skills.

By Rachael Hedges • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
Schneider Electric tops sustainability index for 2025
Power / Energy

Schneider Electric tops sustainability index for 2025

Schneider Electric has been named the World's Most Sustainable Corporation for 2025, becoming the first to achieve this prestigious title twice, according to Corporate Knights.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Skillable: Cybersecurity must tackle its gender disparity issues
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Skillable: Cybersecurity must tackle its gender disparity issues

Executives at Skillable highlight ongoing efforts to enhance gender equity in cybersecurity, noting gradual progress in female representation within the industry.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Zellis publishes its inaugural impact report on ESG goals
Clean technologies

Zellis publishes its inaugural impact report on ESG goals

Zellis Group has unveiled its inaugural Impact Report, outlining its ambitious ESG goals aimed at enhancing sustainability and community wellbeing.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024
HCLTech surpasses sustainability targets & earns key accolades
Marketing Technologies

HCLTech surpasses sustainability targets & earns key accolades

HCLTech reduced its emissions by 25% for FY24, surpassing SBTi targets. Notable achievements include energy reduction, significant community impact, and top ESG ratings.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2024
Jen Waugh leads Okta's security culture & supports diversity efforts
Cybersecurity

Jen Waugh leads Okta's security culture & supports diversity efforts

Jen Waugh, Senior Director of Security Culture at Okta, is revolutionising the company's ethos by integrating robust security measures and championing women in cybersecurity.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Gender diversity stories

IWD 2025: Attracting Women to Cybersecurity with a Human-Centric Approach
Cybersecurity

IWD 2025: Attracting Women to Cybersecurity with a Human-Centric Approach

As International Women's Day 2025 approaches, a pressing report reveals just 17% of cybersecurity professionals in Australia are women, highlighting urgent action needed.

By Jacqueline Jayne • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
RMIT offers free IT diploma for women in Victoria 2025
eLearning

RMIT offers free IT diploma for women in Victoria 2025

RMIT has confirmed that its free Diploma of Information Technology for women and gender diverse individuals will continue in 2025, bolstered by government funding.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 18th Feb 2025
The smartest play at the table - Double down on DEI
Customer Experience

The smartest play at the table - Double down on DEI

The ongoing retreat from diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives threatens to hinder competitive advantage and revenue growth in various sectors.

By Jasmin Guthmann • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025
Khuda Family donates $100m to boost women in STEM
EduTech

Khuda Family donates $100m to boost women in STEM

A $100 million donation from the Khuda Family Foundation will support a groundbreaking 20-year programme at the University of Sydney to boost girls' participation in STEM.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
ISACA report highlights gender gap in IT sector efforts
ISACA

ISACA report highlights gender gap in IT sector efforts

A recent ISACA report reveals only 41% of IT firms are boosting female recruitment, despite 87% recognising a significant gender representation issue.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Dec 2024
Survey reveals underrepresentation of women in tech sector
ISACA

Survey reveals underrepresentation of women in tech sector

A recent ISACA survey reveals only 41% of businesses focus on hiring women in technology, despite 87% of IT professionals acknowledging a gender diversity gap.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Study reveals barriers facing women in Australian cyber jobs
Gender diversity

Study reveals barriers facing women in Australian cyber jobs

New research from RMIT University highlights the stark under-representation of women in Australia's cyber security sector, emphasizing the need for systemic change.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Software@Scale named Deloitte 2024 Fast 50 Rising Star
Cybersecurity

Software@Scale named Deloitte 2024 Fast 50 Rising Star

Australian tech provider Software@Scale has been honoured as a Deloitte 2024 Fast 50 'Rising Star' after achieving a remarkable 2,356% revenue growth.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
UK tech diversity improves, but challenges remain in 2024
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

UK tech diversity improves, but challenges remain in 2024

New research shows improvements in diversity within the UK tech sector, though challenges persist, with 60% of firms still lacking representation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Companies with gender-diverse leadership teams perform better and are more Innovative
Unified Communications

Companies with gender-diverse leadership teams perform better and are more Innovative

Research reveals that companies with gender-diverse leadership outperform others, with a 25% higher likelihood of above-average profitability, enhancing innovation.

By Exterro • 6 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
HeyFlow secures GBP £235,000 from Aer Venture Studios
Storage

HeyFlow secures GBP £235,000 from Aer Venture Studios

HeyFlow has secured GBP £235,000 from Aer Venture Studios to enhance its platform, tackling workplace reproductive health issues and promoting gender inclusion.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024