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Information Technology's Dangerous Trend in Africa

Harvard Business Review

For the past few decades, emerging technologies such as biotechnology, microelectronics, information technology and communications technologies have become central to the socioeconomic development of nations. These technologies improve productivity and facilitate better living standards when they penetrate into societies.

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2020 Top CHRO List – The People Leaders To Watch

N2Growth Blog

While Chief Digital/Technology Officers or Chief Marketing Officers are often tagged with the innovator label, it is the CHRO who is the real innovator in 2020. Remember, it’s the people and culture who enable technology and marketing success – not the other way around. ?. Selection Methodology.

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Top Careers for HR Professionals to Pursue

HR Digest

With the advancing role of technology in HR, it is a much sought after highly paid position. HR IT specialist facilitates a company to apply technology that helps streamline HR processes, makes it more efficient and cost-effective. Workshops can be about upskilling or exposing employees to new technology or processes.

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17 High-Paying Jobs for Women

HR Digest

Computer and information systems managers. Also known as information technology managers, such professionals devise, coordinate, implement, and analyze computer-related projects. A bachelor’s degree or a more specialised degree in computers or informational technology is required. Percentage of women: 52%.

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It’s called human resources for a reason

ReImagine Work

I started out as an information technology professional. I worked at a chemical plant in the early Eighties. About 7 years into my IT career I realized I didn’t love the technology enough to excel over the long haul. Then came the hard work of making good on the implications of that change.

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SELF-DEVELOPMENT - The Secret of Successful People

Building Personal Strength

The procedure upset her hormonal system, which caused a chemical imbalance in her brain, leading to depression. One fellow I know is a relentless learner, but primarily in one area—information technology. Another best friend has been an avid learner all her life. In that area, he’s scary brilliant.

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The Buzz on Green Business in China

Harvard Business Review

Of these 5 articles, some were self-explanatory: " Nation spurs development of new, green technologies ". " Two articles didn't scream sustainability until you read them: " Chemical company paints rosy picture for the future ," which opens with the question, "How can a chemical company earn more money through eco-friendly products?"

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