Articles by tag: skill shortage
The number of job opportunities in construction are rising steadily. In what is being seen as a monthly trend, 25,000 new jobs were added in January 2023 alone. This data, released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, also showed that total employment in this industry rose by nearly 300,000 between January 2022 and January […]
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Education & EdTech
How Organizations Can Prevent Skill Shortages
Celebrating the leaders and experts that are powering education into the future, host JW Marshall sets out to ask the “right questions” in EdTech to understand the changes in policy and technology that will power our universities, trade schools, and companies – and drive growth in upskilling certifications. In the workplace, there are constant […]
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Advanced Metering and Data Management Tech: The Key to Meeting Clean Energy Goals in the Utility Industry
As nations and communities aggressively pursue clean energy targets, utilities find themselves at a pivotal crossroads of innovation and responsibility. These ambitious objectives are far more than aspirational—they herald a transformation in the operation of energy systems, incorporating inherently intermittent renewable sources such as solar and wind. This evolution prompts essential questions about whether […]
Excellence Culture – Kristen Howell & Melanie Vest
Kristen is the CEO of the Children’s Advocacy Center for North Texas. Melanie is the President of DATCU Credit Union. This episode of the #ExcellenceCulture means so much to me! What does the Children’s Advocacy Center do? What is the value and purpose of a board member? What are the challenges and blessings of coming […]
Innovative Training Programs Make Successful Skilled HVAC Professionals
In an industry facing a projected 6% increase in employment from 2022 to 2032, highlighting a critical demand for skilled HVAC professionals, effective training and education is more crucial than ever. As HVAC systems become increasingly complex, the industry must address the dual challenge of a skilled labor shortage and the need for continuous […]
Virtualization and Internal Network Security Monitoring: Two Significant Changes Coming in NERC’s 2024 Regulation Updates
NERC’s 2024 regulation updates undergo significant transformations with the introduction of new standards focusing on virtualization and internal network security monitoring (INSM). This shift, vital for ensuring robust cybersecurity across the electrical grid, beckons a new era of compliance and operational technology management. Understanding their implications becomes crucial for industry professionals as these […]