Outcomes of IT Professionalism Online Conference 12 October
On 12 October, the IT Professionalism Online Conference was co-hosted online by ITPE, eSkills Malta Foundation and the Irish Digital Skills and Jobs Coalition. The event focused on how organisations can tackle the challenges related to the growing digital skills gap, while contributing to European industry’s recovery following the COVID19 pandemic.
ITPE launches the ‘e-CF Explorer’
ITPE has launched the ‘e-CF Explorer’, a free online tool to increase the visibility and accessibility of the e-Competence Framework (e-CF).
IT professionalism online conference to take place on 12 October
On 12 October, ITPE, eSkills Malta and the Irish Digital Skills and Jobs Coalition will host an online conference on IT professionalism. It is organised ahead of a larger, face-to-face event to be held in early 2021.
First version of ‘SkillsMatch’ project launched
The project ‘SkillsMatch’ for profiling and developing soft skills of candidates of all sectors has launched a prototype version with free access. The tool presents a European-wide assessment and learning, guiding technology to help users to adapt their skill assets to the demands of the labour market.
2020 Rolling Plan for EU ICT Standards released
The European Commission has released the ‘Rolling Plan for ICT Standards 2020’, which updates the Commission’s strategy linked to ICT standardisation. This year’s Rolling Plan focuses on key enabling technologies: 5G, Internet of Things, cloud computing, cybersecurity and data technologies.
Tech associations call for clear guidance for ICT workers during Covid-19 crisis
More than 25 associations representing tech, communications, and business communities from around the world have joined the Information Technology Industry Council’s (ITI) call to governments to adopt clear guidance to ensure ICT workers are designated as ‘essential’ in the fight against the coronavirus.
ICS thanks IT community for their work during the crisis
The Irish Computer Society urged the Irish public to think about the dedication of IT workers across the country who are keeping everyone connected. We at CEPIS join ICS in their sentiment and encourage our members and everyone else to say “thank you” as well.
BCS launches #vITalworker campaign
BCS has launched a new #vITalworker social media campaign designed to highlight, recognise and celebrate the incredible contribution that IT professionals are making during these unprecedented times.
ICS calls on stakeholders to sign ‘Declaration on IT Professionalism’
The Irish Computer Society (ICS) is celebrating ‘Tech Week’, which included the IT Professionals’ Day on 30 March. This event aims to raise awareness of the IT profession and its importance to the full spectrum of economic activity and its contribution to society.
Have your say in reviewing EU ICT BoK
Stakeholders are invited to contribute their views, ideas and expertise on the European ICT Professional community work towards a Foundational Body for the ICT Profession.
