In Demand: Technology Professionals

Rapid advancements in technology has contributed to an insatiable demand for technology professionals. How do organisations keep up?

Programmers, Data Analysts, App Developers – these are some of the in demand technology professions now in the job market. The rapid advancements in technology has contributed to an insatiable demand for technology professionals. It is estimated that 15,000 vacancies are waiting to be filled in Singapore and this is expected to double by 2017.

The demand for technology professionals has long exceeded supply. With government initiatives to increase recruitment of students in this discipline, employers must also look into ways to attract and retain them.

Investment in Technology

Nothing would frustrate technology professionals more than outdated technology and unsophisticated equipment. Employers are encouraged to make conscious efforts to invest in technology to ensure that it is updated and relevant for their daily functional use. This will drive greater motivation and increase productivity when they are given ample support to fulfill their tasks. In fact, this may indirectly encourage them to become an ambassador for their organisations.

Flexible Benefits

It is unavoidable for some technology professionals like Security Engineers or Developers to be activated past office hours because of a system security breach or system maintenance. Given the nature of their works, it will be worthwhile for organisation to consider flexible working hours or locations as added incentives.

Following the proliferation of technology, the need for technology professionals will only grow.
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