Why CIOs are Under Pressure to Innovate

With increased expectations on CIOs, they are under a lot of pressure to innovate — not just to keep adding more but to actually find ways to simplify.

Role requirements have shifted to include skills like Business Strategy, Business Change Management, Business Growth, Operational Efficiency, Customer Experience, and Team Management.

Simplifying amidst so many responsibilities is a challenging, but important task.

How Many Jobs Are Available in Technology in the US?

As of June 2024, tech jobs are up and IT worker unemployment rates are down!

According to Computer World, “The hiring of technology professionals is at its highest levels since last year and the unemployment rate for IT workers dropped significantly last month, according to an analysis of data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) report today.”

Tech Staffing Trends to Watch for in 2024

Following 2023's pandemic bounce-back, 2024's tech job growth forecast is strong.

Demand is highest in roles such as Cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, AI and machine learning, and software development.

Key challenges include reduced budgets due to economic downturns and/or limited talent options, resulting in fierce competition for hires. Although competitive, the tech employment outlook is positive.

Disability Inclusion in Tech: Bridging the Digital Divide

Disclosing a disability and being disability-inclusive are important topics in the hiring process. Disability Inclusion in tech can include innovation, market expansion, and talent acquisition, and retention.

With 15% of the world's population living with some form of disability, while some employees may view potential physical barriers or digital accessibility challenges to be limitations, an individual with disabilities may actually be uniquely able to identify ways to make tech more inclusive for the general population.

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