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IWD 2023: Vulnerability and our roles in achieving inclusivity for women in IT

While we've come a long way, there is still much to do to ensure that we continue to make the workplace equitable for women.

By Belinda Pervan • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

International Women's Day

IWD 2023: Architecting change to truly embrace equity

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, closing the global gender gap has increased by a generation from 99.5 years to 135.6 years.

By Tanur Parira • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

International Women's Day

IWD 2023: How to build a more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace culture

Diversity, equity and inclusion are vital for innovation and growth. Leaders must address biases and hire for diversity. #DEI #businessdevelopment.

By Jill Macmurchy • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

International Women's Day

IWD 2023: Preventing tokenism in diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy

In honour of IWD 2023, I encourage organisations working on their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategies to actively avoid tokenism.

By Claire Thomas • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

Leadership

IWD 2023: A healthier balance - How ICT organisations can improve their gender ratios

In the high-tech space, where I've worked as a people and culture leader for many years, we're still significantly underrepresented.

By Larissa Lefevre • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

IT Industry

IWD 2023: Thriving as a generalist in the tech industry

This year's International Women's Day theme of embracing equity resonates deeply with women in the tech industry, who are thriving despite challenges.

By Anouchka Bee Forey • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

Engineering

How change tracking can foster a blameless culture and reduce the impact of IT downtime

Finding a balance between tracking changes and open, honest communication can go a long way in preventing unplanned downtime and keeping engineers happy.

By Peter Marelas • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Feb 2023

Partner Programmes

Promoting Diversity and Equity in an inclusive workplace

Banking sector in ANZ leading in gender diversity with 13% female CEOs, almost double last year's figure, according to new report. #DEI #leadership.

By Annalie Davies • 3 min read • Tue, 31st Jan 2023

EduTech

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from D2L

Tony joins us today to discuss topics such as talent retention, development and training, and the benefit of learning management systems.

By Mitchell Hageman • 6 min read • Fri, 2nd Dec 2022

Human Capital Management

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from UKG

Neil J. Solomon, VP at UKG, talks about the company's HR and workforce management solutions in the latest TechDay interview.

By Mitchell Hageman • 5 min read • Tue, 22nd Nov 2022

Cybersecurity

Building a cybersecurity culture in your organisation

Building a cyber-resilient organization requires more than just technical security measures. The behavior of employees also plays a vital role.

By Parvinder Walia • 4 min read • Thu, 15th Sep 2022

Stories from Other Regions

Workplace culture stories

Human Capital Management

Tenure – what to expect in 2023 and tips to get them to stay

Gen Z and millennials are driving shorter job stints, leaving employers to rethink retention as average tenure settles at two to four years.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Sat, 28th Jan 2023

Hybrid & Remote Work

Bridging the generation gap: Gen Z in the workforce

Generation Z, the new breed of digital nomads, is shaking up the world of work and forcing employers to align with their values and provide flexibility.

By Chris Wade • 6 min read • Wed, 25th Jan 2023

Artificial Intelligence

Two-way texting saves lives

Construction apprentices are being flagged for urgent help after 211,235 confidential text check-ins uncovered 74 extreme-risk cases.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Sun, 4th Dec 2022

Risk & Compliance

Avoidable workplace death results in enforceable undertaking

WorkSafe New Zealand has opted for a binding safety deal after a truck driver was killed in a landfill incident, avoiding prosecution.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Nov 2022

Human Capital Management

What is ‘quiet quitting’ and how do employers navigate it?

Clear job descriptions and flexible working are key to preventing quiet quitting from denting morale and productivity.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Mon, 31st Oct 2022

Human Capital Management

A guide to mental health when working remotely

Remote employees are at greater risk of burnout and isolation, making regular breaks and clear boundaries vital for well-being.

By Michael Curreen • 8 min read • Sun, 16th Oct 2022

Hybrid & Remote Work

Wellbeing not any better after Covid-19

Construction workers still face rising anxiety and suicidal thoughts, with MATES in Construction warning wellbeing has not improved since lockdowns ended.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Sun, 9th Oct 2022