Technical Writers Reports

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, a parliamentary report warns that a lack of ransomware preparedness at the highest levels of government is leaving UK critical national infrastructure dangerously exposed – we analyse the risks. We also examine how AI tools are helping to enhance cloud security. Read the issue now.

Posted: 18 Dec 2023 | Published: 19 Dec 2023

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we discover how Once.net and Cloudfare defended the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest against cyber attacks. Our buyer's guide continues to look at integrating software-as-a-service applications, with the governance of SaaS connectivity to the fore. Read the issue now.

Posted: 15 Sep 2023 | Published: 19 Sep 2023

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we reveal the 50 most influential people in UK technology for 2024, in our annual UKtech50 list. We talk to Post Office scandal campaigner Alan Bates, voted the most influential person in tech this year. Read the issue now.

Posted: 28 Jun 2024 | Published: 02 Jul 2024

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, the former CEO of bed retailer Dreams explains how digital, data and communication helped turn round a failing company. The UK government has a new digital strategy – but it all seems rather familiar. And we talk to the tech firms trialling a four-day working week. Read the issue now.

Posted: 17 Jun 2022 | Published: 21 Jun 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, as the FIFA World Cup opens in Qatar, we examine the cyber security threats from criminals targeting the event. We report from the Gartner Symposium on the latest predictions for enterprise software development. And we talk to the CIO of Kyiv City Council about managing IT in the shadow of war. Read the issue now.

Posted: 18 Nov 2022 | Published: 22 Nov 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we find out how Network Rail is ensuring train safety in the face of extreme weather thanks to advanced data analytics. Our latest buyer's guide examines the latest trends in storage technology. And we talk to the Ministry of Defence's first ever chief data officer. Read the issue now.

Posted: 19 Apr 2024 | Published: 23 Apr 2024

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we report on the auditing of algorithms to countervail bias. We examine what CISOs can learn from Covid-19. And we assess how competent AI is at building applications that deliver the best possible customer experience, in our buyer's guide to modern software development. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 25 Aug 2020

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we talk to astronaut Tim Peake about the imminent revolution in space tech and what it means for IT leaders. AI is set to transform the movie industry – we hear what it means for the producers of the latest Mad Max film. And we find out about plans for Saudi Arabian smart city Neom. Read the issue now.

Posted: 24 Jun 2024 | Published: 25 Jun 2024

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we reveal our annual list of the 50 Most Influential Women in UK Technology. We talk to the No.1 on the list, Flavilla Fongang, about how to improve diversity and inclusion in the sector. And we introduce our seven rising stars – the future female leaders of UK IT. Read the issue now.

Posted: 21 Oct 2022 | Published: 25 Oct 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we examine the role of green tech in helping businesses contribute to the government's 2050 net-zero targets. We also talk to Spotify about the importance of open source for the music streaming service and how hybrid working is evolving as the post-pandemic workplace continues to change. Read the issue now.

Posted: 27 Feb 2023 | Published: 28 Feb 2023

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, as sustainability rises up the corporate agenda, IT leaders say more collaboration is needed to meet climate goals. Microsoft faces further calls for greater transparency over software tools used to monitor employees. And the cyber security industry warns over an increasing loss of talent. Read the issue now.

Posted: 24 Jun 2022 | Published: 28 Jun 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we examine the profound changes in supply chain management as a result of the global pandemic. We find out how digital experience platforms can help deliver an omni-channel web presence. And we look at the role of technology in cracking down on international money laundering. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 29 Sep 2020

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, millions of people have difficulties when using websites – we find out how Boots is making its e-commerce offering fully accessible. Our new buyer's guide examines communications as a service. And we talk to Trainline's CTO about how the rail app provider survived and thrived post-pandemic. Read the issue now.

Posted: 03 May 2022 | Published: 03 May 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we learn about the politics of techno-refusal and what can be learned from the sabotage of tech infrastructure in the 1980s. Following the controversy around Broadcom's purchase of VMware, we examine alternative virtualisation solutions. And our latest buyer's guide looks at the state of SD-WAN. Read the issue now.

Posted: 02 Sep 2024 | Published: 03 Sep 2024

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we analyse the lessons from the global IT outage caused by the blue screen bug in CrowdStrike security software. We talk to the data chief of Barilla, the €4bn pasta maker, about the benefits of asking, "So what?" And we find out how Finland is taking a lead on quantum computing. Read the issue now.

Posted: 26 Jul 2024 | Published: 30 Jul 2024

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we reveal that IT contractors are seeking a multimillion-pound payout after confusion over the forthcoming IR35 tax reforms. Many firms are building data lakes to improve their analytics – we examine the storage implications. And we talk to the CIO at the London School of Economics. Read the issue now.

Posted: 30 Mar 2021 | Published: 30 Mar 2021

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, a row is brewing over an EU plan to curb datacentre energy use, and the leading server suppliers are not happy. Health secretary Matt Hancock tells us about his new technology vision for the NHS. And we examine the growing popularity of short-term "gig" employment for IT professionals. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 26 Oct 2018

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, the Post Office IT scandal highlighted the problem with computer evidence – we examine the need for legal reform. We assess the nuclear option for sustainable datacentre power. And we find out how IT experts can improve their soft skills and boost their career prospects as a result. Read the issue now.

Posted: 30 May 2022 | Published: 31 May 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we reveal the 50 women chosen as the most influential in UK technology for 2021, and talk to the 10th winner of our annual list – Poppy Gustafsson, CEO of Darktrace. Also, our latest buyer's guide looks at digital customer experience technologies. Read the issue now.

Posted: 01 Oct 2021 | Published: 05 Oct 2021

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we announce our annual list of the Most Influential Women in UK Technology, and talk to this year's winner, Stemettes CEO and diversity campaigner Anne-Marie Imafidon. Meet our five Rising Stars and the latest entrants to our women in tech Hall of Fame. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 06 Oct 2020

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we find out how one of the most traditional of sports, golf, is turning to technology to engage a new audience and build the connected course. Industry legend Stephanie 'Steve' Shirley discusses skills, diversity in tech and Brexit fears. And we assess four of the biggest cloud storage providers. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 03 Aug 2018

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, two years after the Kalifa report laid out a roadmap for continued fintech sector growth, UK entrepreneurs and startups are worried about the lack of progress. We look at the top tech trends in retail and find out which companies are leading the way. And we examine six ways to slash IT emissions. Read the issue now.

Posted: 06 Mar 2023 | Published: 07 Mar 2023

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, our latest buyer's guide examines the developer experience and looks at how critical it can be for productivity. The tech sector still struggles with diversity and inclusion – we ask what's standing in the way of ethnic minorities making it to the top. Read the issue now.

Posted: 04 Aug 2023 | Published: 08 Aug 2023

INFOGRAPHIC: The 2023 Computer Weekly/TechTarget salary survey asked IT professionals around the world to share information about their salaries – take a look to find out how your salary compares to your peers, by job seniority, age, company size and gender.

Posted: 11 Aug 2023 | Published: 11 Aug 2023

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, our buyer's guide looks at IT security training, and asks whether gamification could be the secret to making it stick. We examine how the metaverse might change the way we work in real life. And we find out how job cuts across the tech sector affect employment opportunities for IT contractors. Read the issue now.

Posted: 03 Feb 2023 | Published: 07 Feb 2023