Technical Writers Reports

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we examine the latest developments in the UK government's National Data Strategy and what it means for the economy. Our latest buyer's guide explains the emerging technologies around computational storage. And we look at the advances in customer experience management during the pandemic. Read the issue now.

Posted: 24 May 2021 | Published: 25 May 2021

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, the results of our annual salary survey show pay returning to pre-pandemic levels and work-life balance a growing consideration. As sustainability becomes a critical issue, we look at how datacentres can meet emissions targets. And we find out how IT leaders can help protect children online. Read the issue now.

Posted: 22 Apr 2022 | Published: 26 Apr 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, the chair of the new UK Cyber Security Council tells us how she plans to fundamentally reimagine what working in IT security means. Our latest buyer's guide examines ERP modernisation and its role in digital transformation. And we take an in-depth look at the first preview version of Windows 11. Read the issue now.

Posted: 23 Jul 2021 | Published: 27 Jul 2021

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we talk to the Chancellor of the Exchequer about his plans to support innovation and growth in the UK tech sector. Composable IT is the latest trend in building software to support business change. And Halfords built its own service management software – and now is selling it to other retailers. Read the issue now.

Posted: 27 Sep 2021 | Published: 28 Sep 2021

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we examine the difficult choices facing UK IT contractors from the controversial IR35 tax reforms. Social engineering is a major source of cyber security attacks - we look at mitigation strategies. And the IT chief at Mercedes F1 explains what it takes to support a world championship team. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 29 Oct 2019

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we look at the government's new points-based immigration rules and assess the implications for the tech sector. IR35 tax rules change in April – we find out how IT contractors need to prepare. And we examine whether the rise of cloud is really displacing the datacentre. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 03 Mar 2020

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we examine what the cost-of-living crisis means for IT leaders and tech professionals. We analyse what you need to consider when reversing systems out of the cloud and back on-premise. And Very Group's CIO talks about the post-pandemic challenges facing online retailers. Read the issue now.

Posted: 31 Jan 2023 | Published: 31 Jan 2023

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, as millions of people work from home, we examine the measures in place to make sure the internet stays up and running. Our latest buyer's guide looks at the best practice in application modernisation. And we find out how IT leaders are tackling the skills shortage to recruit the best tech talent. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 31 Mar 2020

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we look at how AI and data science are supporting the global push to deal with the coronavirus pandemic. We reveal, and talk to, the man behind the world's first computer virus pandemic, the Love Bug. And we examine how the IT services market will change as a result of the current crisis. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 05 May 2020

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we're used to James Bond and his gadgets, but now MI6 is investing in tech startups to develop new intelligence capabilities. Our exclusive IT Priorities survey suggests IT leaders are optimistic about 2022. And our new buyer's guide examines the latest emerging technologies. Read the issue now.

Posted: 06 Dec 2021 | Published: 07 Dec 2021

RESEARCH CONTENT: In this week's Computer Weekly, as pubs in the UK re-open after lockdown, we examine the privacy issues around collecting customer data for contact tracing. We look at how interconnected devices are revolutionising the manufacturing and engineering sectors. And we assess GDPR progress two years after its introduction. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 07 Jul 2020

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, the metaverse is set to become a highly competitive commercial playground –profitable markets but also high-profile failures will follow. IT contractors have been hit by cyber attacks on the firms that pay their wages – we examine the impact. And we ask if it's time to plan for quantum computing. Read the issue now.

Posted: 04 Feb 2022 | Published: 08 Feb 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we investigate how technology is being used to tackle human rights abuses worldwide. We offer a step-by-step guide to disaster recovery in the cloud era. And we examine the vital, and successful, role of digital and data in the UK Covid-19 vaccine roll-out. Read the issue now.

Posted: 07 Mar 2022 | Published: 08 Mar 2022

INFOGRAPHIC: Computer Weekly's annual salary survey asked IT professionals around the world about their wages, perks and employment conditions – the results offer an opportunity for everyone who works in IT to compare their job situation with their peers in the UK, Europe and Asia-Pacific.

Posted: 05 Jul 2024 | Published: 05 Jul 2024

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we look into Apple's controversial plans to build a huge datacentre in a small town in the west of Ireland, and the local arguments it has caused. We find out how the Met Office is managing its vast quantities of weather data. And we examine Google plans to bring AI to the recruitment market. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 01 Aug 2017

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, after 10 Downing Street was hit by a spyware attack, fears about targeted mobile phone hacks are increasing. Our salary survey highlights the diversity challenge in IT, with men's support for women in IT declining. And we look at how datacentre heat reuse can help reduce carbon emissions. Read the issue now.

Posted: 09 May 2022 | Published: 10 May 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we reveal our annual list of the 50 most influential women in UK technology, and interview this year's winner – investor and entrepreneur Sherry Coutu – to learn her thoughts on how to improve diversity in the IT workforce. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 06 Oct 2017

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, our UK salary survey shows that IT leaders are benefiting from generous bonuses as tech becomes part of mainstream business. We find out how the internet of things is transforming the railway industry. And the CIO of the Williams F1 team explains how data analytics is boosting race performance. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 11 Oct 2016

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, after the government scrapped its IR35 reforms, we examine what IT contractors need to know. With hybrid working, employee experience is a priority – we look at how it meshes with customer experience initiatives. And we assess the options for unstructured data storage in the cloud and on-premise. Read the issue now.

Posted: 07 Oct 2022 | Published: 11 Oct 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, after the UK celebrated 100 years of women's suffrage, we look at what more needs to be done to encourage greater diversity in IT to help tackle the ongoing skills shortage. We examine how mobile app developers can improve security. And we look at the role of containers in storage architecture. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 09 Feb 2018

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we reveal the 13th annual UKtech50 list, with this year's most influential person award shared by secretaries of state for science, innovation and technology Michelle Donelan and Chloe Smith. Also, we examine mounting legal challenges faced by the emergence of generative AI tools such as ChatGPT. Read the issue now.

Posted: 12 Jun 2023 | Published: 13 Jun 2023

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we reveal our annual salary survey, comparing IT professionals' pay and attitudes to their job – how does yours stack up? The new digital chief at DWP discusses AI, data modernisation and shaking up the tech behind the benefits system. Read the issue now.

Posted: 11 Aug 2023 | Published: 15 Aug 2023

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we talk to food and drinks giant PepsiCo, about how it works with tech startups to drive growth and digital transformation. Our latest buyer's guide examines the key elements of a composable business. And with all the chatter about ChatGPT, we look at the implications of generative AI. Read the issue now.

Posted: 16 Jan 2023 | Published: 17 Jan 2023

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we talk to Mastercard about how the credit card giant is using new technologies to take digital payments into a new era. After months of unprecedented uncertainty, we ask CIOs how they are planning for the next 12 months. And we examine how the growth in remote working will affect IT salaries. Read the issue now.

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 | Published: 17 Nov 2020

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we announce this year's list of the 50 most influential women in UK technology. We talk to Suki Fuller, who topped the list, about her journey in IT and the importance of diversity and inclusion. And we meet our rising stars – the women on a trajectory to influence the UK tech community. Read the issue now.

Posted: 16 Oct 2023 | Published: 17 Oct 2023