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IT contractors have experienced a worsening market with each budget since the start of IR35 regulations in 2017, and have just been handed more bad news through this Autumn Budget. Click here for our Managing Director Matt Collingwood’s analysis for how this budget will affect contractors: https://bit.ly/3Asxjao #autumnbudget #ITcontracting #contractIT #ITrecruitment #techrecruitment

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How much is the IT skills shortage impacting the UK labour market? Recent data shows a 57% decline in the number of people applying for permanent roles in the IT sector between August 2023 and August 2024 and 41% for contract positions. This indicates growing skills shortages coupled with a reluctance among industry professionals to change jobs. Similar trends were also noticed in the legal sector. Via Staffing Industry Analysts #itsector #legalsector #Ithiringtrends #legalhiringtrends #skillsshortage #itskills #uklabourmarket #labourmarket #recruitmenttrends

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Shocking stats, Ian Tilsed. We need real change, and allies like you paving the way are crucial. Honored to have you as a #Mentor for Halzaks Elevate - Women in Tech ElevateHER Leadership Mentor Program. As #ChangeMakers and #Allies, we must shatter barriers and empower #WomenInTech. Your commitment fuels progress. Together, we'll reshape the industry through action, not just words. 💜

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It's interesting to see a new entity at Sopra. Is it just a rebrand or a genuine new offering? https://lnkd.in/eBN-4kMf #digitalconsultancy #technologyconsultancy #ukconsulting #ukoutsourcing #statementofwork

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As many of you know, at Needlestack Consulting Ltd, we specialise in turning data into actionable insights through tools like Power BI. 📊 In 2024, a recurring theme has emerged as we develop new solutions: the lack of recorded failures. In recruitment, there’s often a temptation to avoid logging unsuccessful calls, unfilled placements or jobs that didn’t complete. It can feel like these entries might reflect poorly on performance. 💡But here’s the thing: what isn’t measured can’t be improved.💡 If we don’t track where things go wrong, how can we learn to do things differently? Ignoring these insights means missing the chance to spot patterns, fix systemic issues and grow. As you look toward 2025, consider encouraging your teams to embrace logging failures in your CRM systems – and give them confidence that it’s okay. Then use this data to identify why things didn’t work out and build better solutions for the future. 👏 After all, as Einstein said: “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.” Let’s make next year the one where we learn, adapt and succeed like never before. We can help, find out more: https://lnkd.in/eUX-kd6j #NeedlestackConsulting #RecruitmentTech #RecruitmentAnalytics #recruitment

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Findings released by HR software company aconso, show that current workflow issues are leaving UK HR teams overworked and unable to embrace major trends surrounding an increasingly digital workforce and AI-driven technologies. The data found 73% of UK HR leaders are struggling to align their strategy with rapidly changing business objectives, while maintaining a focus on employee needs. How is your HR team being impacted by rapidly changing systems and technologies? https://buff.ly/4fHURr9 #Reed #Wellbeing #HR #Productivity #Business #Employer

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When You Are Seeking to Attract and Retain Top Technology and IT Professionals in the UK 🇬🇧 and Europe 🇪🇺 Consider the Benefits of the Below Strategies: With the demand for skilled talent surpassing supply, companies across the UK and Europe are vying to secure the best minds in the industry. 🏋 Cultivate a Dynamic Work Culture: A vibrant work environment is crucial. Encourage innovation, promote work-life balance, and recognise achievements. A culture that values diversity and inclusion fosters a sense of belonging, empowering employees to bring their authentic selves to work. 📚 Invest in Continuous Learning: The tech industry evolves rapidly, making continuous learning essential. Offer access to training programs, certifications, and workshops to help employees enhance their skills. Providing clear career progression paths shows a commitment to their growth, encouraging long-term retention. 🪤 Leverage Flexible Work Arrangements: Embrace hybrid and remote work models to attract a broader talent pool. Flexibility is no longer a perk but more a necessity. Empower your team to choose their work environment, enhancing productivity and satisfaction. 🤝 Invest in Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Compensation is more than just salary. Comprehensive benefits packages, including the amount of holiday entitlement, health and dental insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs, play a significant role in attracting top talent. Regularly benchmark against industry standards to ensure your offerings remain competitive. ✅ Investing in new technology and products is crucial for staying competitive and relevant for employees in tech, these investments offer several benefits: 1. Skill Development: Access to the latest tools and technologies helps employees stay updated and expand their skill sets. 2. Job Satisfaction: Working with cutting-edge technology can make tasks more interesting, fulfilling, and increase productivity. 3. Career Growth: Staying current with industry trends enhances career prospects and opportunities for advancement. 🧠 Foster Strong Leadership: Great leaders inspire and motivate. Invest in leadership development to cultivate managers who support and mentor their teams. Transparent communication and feedback foster trust and loyalty. 💡 Build a Strong Employer Brand: Your brand speaks volumes. Highlight your company’s mission, values, and successes across digital platforms. Share employee testimonials and case studies to showcase your organisation as a desirable place to work. By focusing on culture, continuous development, flexibility, competitive offerings, tech, strong leadership, and branding, companies can build resilient teams that drive innovation and success 🌟 #TechTalent #Innovation #Leadership #FutureOfWork #EmployeeEngagement By focusing on these areas, you'll not only attract the best, but also ensure they stay and grow with your company ✨️

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Is your workforce evolving fast enough? ✨  According to 45% of large UK companies, most positions they will need to fill by 2030 do not exist today, highlighting a need for adaptability in recruitment.    Our latest research paper shows how you can navigate this shift so that you’re recruiting future-proof talent who will deliver maximum productivity for your organisation.   👉 Learn more about leveraging human skills in a world of tech: https://lnkd.in/eiuJXQNN    #AI #Technology #Talent #SoftSkills #Business #AdeccoUKI #AdeccoInsights 

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🎙️In our latest podcast episode I spoke with Ania McLaughlin the General Manager at StoneX Group Inc. Poland. We spoke about the most common misconceptions in leadership. Tune in for some technology insights!  Watch the full podcast here: https://lnkd.in/eRkxC3SM   #podcast #technologyinsights #didyouknow

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📢 Impact Survey: What Does the 2024 Labour Budget Mean For Businesses? The Labour Budget announcement on October 30th has sparked important conversations among businesses across Yorkshire. At Castle, we want to hear your voice on how these changes are shaping your strategy, whether it’s: ✅ Driving growth ✅ Maintaining stability ✅ Exploring new opportunities We’ve launched a short Impact Survey to gather these insights and create a comprehensive report on how businesses in our region are adapting. Topics include workforce planning, sustainability, investment, and more. By sharing your perspective, you’ll: ➡️ Help build a resource reflecting the realities of Yorkshire businesses. ➡️ Receive an exclusive copy of the final report to inform your decisions moving forward. 💡 Have your say today – https://lnkd.in/eCtXcNdQ Together, let’s shape the future of business in Yorkshire. 💼 #ImpactSurvey #LabourBudget2024 #YorkshireBusiness #WorkforcePlanning #BusinessInsights

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Approaching Q4 of what’s been a tricky year for UK tech/data recruitment, quick glance at our 2024 vacancy uploads (so far) across the core data business areas: 🔢 Commercial Analytics (Pricing, Insight, Customer/Econometric Modelling): 40% 📊 Front-End BI & Data Reporting (Tableau, Power BI, Qlik, OBIEE): 28% 🛠 Data Engineering & Governance: 16% 🗺 Geospatial Analytics: 12% 💻 Data Science & AI: 4% While not definitive, suggests businesses are still prioritizing the need for accurate commercial info to assess market conditions, understand customer behaviors, and optimize commercial performance. You cant have one without the other - good front end insight comes from robust back end architecture. All the same, interesting patterns around hiring priorities within data analytics so far in 2024.📅 Get in touch if you need support with year-end (and beyond) hiring plans across any of these areas 📞 #businessintelligence #commercialanalytics #datarecruitment #GIS #hiringtrends

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Is source code complicating post-acquisition integration? https://appaudits.co.uk #FinancialServices #Restructuring #CorporateFinance #Mergers #Acquisitions #MNA #Advisory #PrivateEquity #Investment #Audit #Tax #Yorkshire #North #Manchester #Newcastle #Leeds #York #ProfessionalServices #VentureCapital #Insolvency #Accountancy #Forensics #TransactionServices #DueDiligence #Integration #Transformation #Fdd # FinancialDueDiligence

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Clear communication is key for successful NHS transformation projects. In this clip, Aliysha Modi explores effective communication strategies that bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders and explains how being on-site can enhance real-time interactions and reduce misunderstandings. #NHSTransformation #Communication #DigitalTransformation

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Interesting article on the future of AI within the Public Sector - https://lnkd.in/e68Z2hia The new government pointed out clear areas they feel would benefit from AI during their election campaign but as discussed in the article there is a current lack of understanding where & how AI is being used in government & public services and to what degree it is 'working'. Speaking to a number of departments it is clear that AI is a big consideration in current and upcoming projects so it will be interesting how it develops over the next 6-12 months as the new government get their feet under the table #AI #publicsector #government

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#TIBCO Nimbus business process management platform will no longer be available for renewal or new subscriptions from 2nd September. Could its demise be an opportunity to start afresh though?     Colin Gibbs, Head of Optimisation at Pace, thinks so. It’s a chance to ​​get on to a more fully functional #BPM platform with integrated #analytics. Don’t just migrate, consolidate, streamline and automate.     Read Colin’s advice here: https://lnkd.in/eFhWP_qT

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Next month Odgers Interim are hosting a roundtable for IT Services companies backed by Private Equity. We're looking forward to chairing a discussion between executives, non-executives and investors focussed on this area. IT Services companies have experienced a difficult trading period for various reasons, starting with PE headwinds from higher interest rates and lower multiples. On top of that, companies are often grappling with the challenges of M&A integration, and are now dealing with changing customer demands driven by Artificial Intelligence. In the midst of this complexity, we're glad to promote constructive debate in this sector. If you’re a CEO, Chair or PE investor currently active in this area, and would like to register your interest for this / future events, please email [email protected]. #ITServices #TechEnabledServices #PrivateEquity Lily Russell Ross Gordon Victoria Haynes Mike Drew David Bell Sam Smith

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The UK has a new government 😲 What does this mean for NHS digital transformation? It's encouraging to see the new #Labour government committing to the #NHS with plans for 40,000 additional appointments per week and a focus on leveraging existing technology like the NHS app. Their intention to harness AI for #diagnostics highlights their recognition of the crucial role technology will play in the future of the NHS and social care. However, Labour's manifesto lacked specifics on implementation and funding. Now in power, they need to deliver on their promises. One immediate step is expanding the digitisation of services like social prescribing, which reduces GP workload and supports mental health patients. Tech-enabled care also offers a practical solution, allowing people to manage their conditions at home, allowing social care services to operate more efficiently. Instead of starting from scratch, the priority should be on expanding digital initiatives within the NHS and social care, sectors that have often been neglected.

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