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  • Taking a team-based approach

    Determining the right business application requires an in-depth, team-oriented approach. An IT manager outlines the specific approach his organisation used.

  • Indigenous communities get AU$2m telecoms fund

    The government has announced a slew of grants to projects which it hopes will extend communications coverage to remote indigenous communities, as part of a AU$36.6 million telecommunications improvement program.

  • Aussie business intelligence lacks enough brains

    Business intelligence is the fastest growing software category but skills shortages in the area are hampering deployments and universities are failing to address the problem, according to experts.

  • Government to help get more bodies in IT

    Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations, Julia Gillard, introduced the Skills Australia Bill 2008 to Parliament yesterday, with some observers already saying it will bolster the IT industry in fighting the skills crisis.

  • Govt visa plan falls short for tech skills shortage

    The government yesterday announced plans to bolster Australia's skilled migration program by providing an additional 6,000 places -- potentially a boon for the skills-starved tech industry -- but some believe the scheme doesn't go far enough.

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  • Read the blog post - Sheryle Moon

    Turning the tide on skilled immigration

    While we continue to talk about Australia's ICT skills shortage, more than 3,000 potential sponsorships are being blocked by impediments to the 457 visa scheme.

  • The contractor conundrum

    I wasn't surprised when I heard about the uproar up in Queensland over a proposed government model for hiring contractors. Sure, it seemed to take the industry by storm and they're peeved, but there's definitely an underlying issue here that something needs to be done about an issue which has made itself into a monster on the sly.

  • Read the blog post - Brad Howarth

    Punchcard: 3D modelling for the rest of us

    Adelaide-based start-up Punchcard is hoping to bring 3D modelling skills to the masses with VideoTrace.

  • Read the blog post - Renai LeMay

    StartupCamp Melbourne: The review

    StartupCamp Melbourne looks to have produced just as interesting ideas as the Sydney event which immediately preceded it, but the Victorian start-ups appear to have stumbled during execution. Sydney 1, Melbourne 0.

  • Read the blog post - Sheryle Moon

    Male-dominated workforce costs AU $47bn a year

    Restricting women's job opportunities costs the Asia Pacific region up to $47 billion each year.

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  • Training your technical stars

    Many IT personnel are promoted to the level of manager because of their technical skills. Apply these tips for getting your technical managers trained.

  • Upskilling: How can can IT pros train up?

    The right skills are important for IT professionals either looking for work or progressing in a company. ZDNet Australia looks at some tips on how to skill up.

  • Taking a team-based approach

    Determining the right business application requires an in-depth, team-oriented approach. An IT manager outlines the specific approach his organisation used.

  • Choose your next training course carefully

    Future career success can hinge on making wise decisions about what skills to add or polish. Here are some considerations you need to take into account when choosing courses.

  • Why certifying IT workers won't help

    People are always talking about creating more requirements for software enginneers. But the truth is that a lack of certificates isn't the reason projects fail.

Reviews (21)

  • Collaboration: Lotus Notes/Domino 7 vs SharePoint Portal Server 2003

    The market for collaborative applications has grown significantly with the introduction of Web-based solutions for gathering and sharing information within organisations. In this review, we look at two of the most popular commercial collaborative platforms.

  • Microsoft BizTalk Server 2006

    In this review, we take a look at BizTalk Server 2006 and how well it fits as an EAI (Enterprise Application Integration) and workflow tool for the enterprise.

  • Crystal Vision Server

    The new Crystal Vision product line combines technology from Crystal Reports, Crystal Xcelsius and Business Objects' Live Office -- aimed at the mid-market segment in Australia.

  • Quarter of NT apps won't run on Server 2003

    Windows Server 2003 is supposed to be the product that finally persuades NT4 users to upgrade - yet many who do will find some of their applications will no longer work.

  • Five network maintenance tools tested

    With the right packet sniffers you can truly lead the dog's life. What's most impressive is network monitoring devices will help you see problems immediately. These tools can aid in analysis, migration, monitoring, security, testing, and administration of the network.

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