Texas remains the state with the second-most job openings in tech, even as the sector saw tens of thousands of opportunities disappear in May, according to data from a leading technology trade association. The Lone Star State trailed only California for the most job postings in May. It had 21,207 IT jobs, down 5,130 from […]
The coronavirus concern has been spreading like wildfire and it’s causing some major issues for both employers, employees, and job seekers. Some companies are experiencing hiring freezes, alternative interviewing setups (i.e. video interviewing vs. face-to-face), and even layoffs as a result of this pandemic. So, don’t be surprised if you see hiring slow down over the next […]
Dasan Zhone Solutions is moving their headquarters from Oakland, California to Plano, Texas. The company has stated that the move will help them gain access to a large talent pool of engineers while reducing start-up costs. In their statement, DZS expressed their excitement for the opportunity to leverage North Texas’ resources. DZS operates in more […]
HackerRank conducted a survey and found that more recruitment efforts are underway in AI, analytics, and cloud computing. The HackerRank Report Results: Big data and analytics are leaders in this recruitment trend. Cloud computing and AI are additional leaders in the technology recruiting that is occurring. An increase in recruitment will occur as companies compete […]
Facts: A significant shortage of talent in the workplace already exists, specifically in IT. 11,000 more “Baby Boomers” retire EVERY DAY. (Approximately 4,000,000 per year) The unemployment rate is at 3.6% (lowest since 1978) and lower in certain states including Texas; Tech sector unemployment rate is 1.3%. The US birth rate continues to decline (3.78M born […]
While it’s easy to remember the days of the recession, the United States is now proud to see the turn of the tide as the economy picks up. From lower unemployment rates to more sales, companies are beginning to flourish and people are once again feeling like they can possibly attain the American dream. Although […]
North Dallas continues to be a draw for IT workers and IT companies alike. This is where many workers have found a place for their talents. It’s an area that loves bringing in new talent. Workers will find many things that draw them to this part of the country. Short commutes are the norm. The […]
Downtown Fort Worth Offers More for Less People have found that the idea of a city that doesn’t sleep isn’t very exciting and is actually more tiresome, and this applies to millennials as well. These people are the ones that have a preference for smaller up-and-coming markets that feature a lower cost of living along […]
One of the great things about living in Dallas is that it is part of a thriving overall economy. The Dallas-Fort Worth area is home to about a quarter of a million workers. That’s an incredible number. Not only are there many people choosing to make this part of the world their work home base. […]
When businesses construct positive work cultures, there are major benefits for both the employer and the employee including increased financial performance, a reduction in turnover, and enhanced track records on customer satisfaction and safety. They are also often sought after among the most qualified job applicants. Individual employees who can choose the kind of workplace […]
Silicon Valley, Seattle, and other cities often are touted as the top cities for technology and innovation. However, a variety of cities, Dallas included, actually top the charts and beat out some of the aforementioned cities for their economies, digital cultures, and general focus on technological advancement. In fact, Dallas is currently ranked 13th […]
AI and machine learning are gaining popularity, but the rate has been slow. Many businesses are slow to recognize the advantages of machine learning, some aren’t ready to take the risk until others do, and others still don’t have the capability of pursuing machine learning on their own. However, that slow rate does mean that […]