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NCWIT digitally transforms the DEI journey to help uplift women in IT

CIO

Founded in 2004, NCWIT’s mission has always been to “increase the meaningful and influential participation of women in tech” while respecting intersecting identities, with an overall emphasis on avoiding “treating women as a monolithic group,” says Catherine Ashcraft, a senior research scientist at NCWIT.

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What is a Scrum master? A key role for project success

CIO

Scrum master certifications Two well-recognized organizations, Scrum Alliance and Scrum.org , offer Scrum training and certifications. Scrum Alliance, established in 2001, is one of the more influential organizations in the agile community. It is a nonprofit association with more than 500,000 certified practitioners worldwide.

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Key skills tech leaders need to secure a board seat

CIO

Therefore, we have programs to educate all directors on cybersecurity. We’ve also published, in partnership with the Internet Security Alliance (ISA), the 2023 Director’s Handbook on Cyber-Risk Oversight. And it takes time to do that research. I boil it down to three things: experience, exposure and education.

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13 go-to podcasts that inspire IT industry leaders today

CIO

The podcast also shares advice from Gartner analysts and other experts that I can apply to my own organization and leverage to prepare for what’s coming, such as generative AI, workforce trends, research and development investment trends, and more.

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Data Analytics Proves ROI of NASM & ACE Fitness Certifications

Smart Data Collective

Established to provide top-tier education in the fitness realm, NASM has gained prominence alongside other certifications like ACE. At the core of ACE’s educational approach lies a dedication to behavior change and client empowerment. These alliances bolster the organization’s credibility in the fitness realm.

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What does Jacobs bring to Amentum in its mega-merger?

FedSavvy

Department of Defense (DoD), Missile Defense Agency (MDA), Integrated Research & Development for Enterprise Solutions ( IRES ) – Awarded in May 2017, IRES is an eight-year, $4.6 Outside of NASA, Jacobs CMS has also provided significant support for defense customers, including the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), U.S.

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In the Face of a Potential Recession, Americans Feel Unprepared for Retirement and Are Looking for Protectionc

Wink Intel

According to the third Protected Retirement Income and Planning Study from the Alliance for Lifetime Income and CANNEX, less than half of respondents (48%) believe their retirement savings and sources of income will last them throughout their lifetime—a 13% drop from a year ago. . ” Study Findings Affirmed by New Research Paper.