Overcoming IT Talent Gaps: The Benefits of Staff Augmentation
In today’s dynamic business environment, the need for flexibility and cost-efficiency in IT staffing has never been more critical. Nearly 80% of global employers noted difficulty filling open roles in 2023 – more than double the number admitting to the problem in 2015, and this trend shows no signs of slowing down in the near […]
Europe’s looming mobile crisis
A call to action for survival There have been several reports in recent months that have gone relatively unnoticed. But they give very important insights into the state of Europe’s telecoms market. Ericsson CEO, Borje Ekholm, speaking at a seminar hosted by the Nordic Investment Bank, warned Europe may not develop any leading industries if […]
How Entity Resolution can transform business decision making
Google ‘Is there such a thing as too much data’, and the resounding answer will likely be yes. Data overload is a common problem that businesses face. Whilst data can be a company’s strongest asset and its unique point of differentiation, too much data can also overwhelm decision making – especially with businesses gathering data […]
Women’s Equality Day: paving the way for a fairer workforce
As we observe Women’s Equality Day, it’s important to consider how we embody such values throughout the year – and how we promote fairness and equal opportunities in the workplace. It is a call to action for the job market to recognise individuals for their skills and accomplishments, while ensuring that opportunities are free from […]
AI in business: Elevating CX and energising employees
It may still feel like science fiction, but AI is here, and it’ll change work and life as we know it. Those sceptical about the role of AI in business would do well to heed experts’ calls to action. Earlier this year, the UK’s outgoing chief scientist urged officials to consider AI “as transformative as […]
The safety imperative – the role of businesses in injury prevention
There are countless common injuries that take place in the workplace every day. Between electric shocks, burns and trip hazards, the stakes are undeniably high. In fact, electricity causes around 4,000 workplace injuries every year– an average of 11 injuries per day. These safety incidents can devastate individuals and compromise the entire organisation. They are stark reminders […]
Tackling the financial services talent shortage will be key to driving digital transformation forward
Finding and retaining top talent has become a major challenge for businesses across all industries. However, this issue is particularly prevalent within the financial services sector. As technology continues to revolutionise the industry and consumer demands evolve, financial companies are facing a severe shortage of skilled workers who possess digital skills. According to The Financial Services […]
Why the 2024 Olympics models the future AI ecosystem
2024 will be the year of AI ‘app-makers’, according to S&P Global. Foundation models like large language models (LLMs) have dominated recent discussions. But now investors are increasingly focused on companies developing AI applications that deliver tangible benefits for specific use cases. In fact, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence and 451 Research, […]
Desirable Data: How to Fall Back in Love With Data Quality
Data is often difficult to get and even harder to maintain. The sad truth is that the majority of organisations don’t have accurate product, pricing, or client information in their systems. And even when the information is accurate, it is often not consistent or easily accessible. Without quality data, you will suffer from inconsistent predictive […]
How Post-Quantum Cryptography Can Ensure Resilience
For several years, quantum computing has been a question of when, not if – but it’s accelerating fast, and organizations must start preparing now for its impact. Quantum computing brings new security implications: because its compute power is significantly higher than that of conventional computers, it could decrypt the encryption that lies at the heart […]