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  • JobWatch: What goes up is now coming down

    The sharp rise in demand for IT skills throughout 2007 is well and truly in retreat according to the latest figures from the Olivier Job Index.

  • JobWatch: Election, what election?

    Demand for permanent IT staff continues to grow, bucking the expected dip in demand for new staff in the run up to the federal election.

  • New ITIL version means business

    Seminars will be held around Australia to educate IT professionals on the next version of the Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) service delivery framework, scheduled for release in May.

  • Vendors' ITIL skills lagging, say IT managers

    Some of the industry's biggest technology suppliers risk missing out on outsourcing contracts if they cannot lift their lagging service management standards, according to a group of IT managers.

  • University of WA and what AU$16m can buy

    The University of Western Australia has flagged plans for a number of large new technology projects as it continues to standardise core ICT services. The institution has a total ongoing annual IT spend of around AU$16 million, excluding major projects.

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    Spellr.us needs a new dictionary

    One of the only Australian start-ups to present at the recent round of conferences in the US was Sydney-based spellr.us, which has launched a Web-based tool to check and monitor websites for spelling mistakes.

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  • Who's taking the ITIL bait?

    In an industry known for its hype, it's understandably difficult for many managers to make sense of new trends. But in the case of IT Infrastructure Library, a growing body of success stories confirms this is one trend that you should definitely be on top of.

  • Service management enterprise guide

    Most critical business processes now depend on IT to some extent so it's no surprise that companies are recognising they must have effective control over technology. IT Service Management (ITSM) is increasingly being used as a framework for bringing IT in line with business strategy.

  • Licensed to ITIL

    Companies are increasingly adhering to ITIL standards. Just how can ITIL offer real benefits to your business and provide you with better IT service?

  • Can the government solve its IT woes?

    Whatever happens in the election, government departments at both state and federal levels are facing major changes to how they build and manage their IT infrastructure. Is the answer shared services, an increased focus on SOA, enhanced Web delivery -- or just telling everyone in your department to get a clue?

  • 10 tips to being a better IT manager

    It's easy for IT managers to get bogged down in day-to-day activities and lose sight of the bigger picture of leading their staff. Whether you're a seasoned pro, or new to the game, the following tips will help you effectively manage your team.

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