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On the Edge of Tech: How Edge Computing is Changing Business Intelligence
Here’s a fact: over 90% of ALL data ever created was generated in the last two years alone. Every time someone searches Google (almost 70,000 per second), receives an email (over 2.7 million per second), or shares a social media post, exponential amounts of data continue to stockpile. 2021 will see over 6.6 Trillion digital…
5 Things to Know When Adopting Agile Project Management Methodology
2020 taught us many things, and key among them was learning how to pivot. When the pandemic hit, IT teams worldwide performed the tactical triage necessary to pivot to a remote workforce—practically overnight. A year later, companies continue to rethink their products and services. As a result, they redefined their workplace model, and reframed social…
4 Strategies to Advance Your Long-Term Career Goals this Summer
The long, lazy days of summer can make even the most dedicated workers, well, lazy. Now that the world is slowly re-opening from the long-lasting COVID-19 pandemic, it’s easy to dream of escaping to the beach, mountains, or lake. But before you pack your bags, take some time to think about your current job, this…
5 Technology Trends to Inspire Your Next Career Move
A recent Time magazine article claimed that “Every Company is a Tech Company Now. The Disruption is Just Beginning.” With it, the list of technology trends and required skills continue to evolve. What are the latest technology trends, and what skills do you need to excel at them? Continue reading to find out. Artificial Intelligence…
Benchmark IT Named “Great Recruiters Certified 2021”
STAMFORD, CT — April 6, 2021 – Benchmark IT announced today that it has been named Great Recruiters Certified 2021 by Great Recruiters, a leading experience and reputation management platform specifically designed for recruiting and staffing organizations. Great Recruiters Certified 2021 recipients earn this distinction by implementing and maintaining customer-centric practices by offering simple ways to…
Meet the Team: Joseph Croce
Our Meet the Team spotlight is now shining down on Joe Croce! Joe is a Senior Technical Recruiter at Benchmark IT and a great addition to our team. We had the opportunity to chat with Joe about his start in technology staffing, what he enjoys the most about the industry, and working with Benchmark IT….
Process Makes Perfect – Must-Haves for a Standout Recruitment Process
You wouldn’t build a house without a blueprint, so why would you hire someone without a plan? Even when the construction is identical, the builder still refers to their blueprints every step of the way. The same is true when it comes to hiring. A solid recruitment process helps you stay focused. As a result,…
Hiring 2021: A Dive into the Benchmark IT Salary and Hiring Guide
After a year like no other, we can finally say good riddance to 2020 and look positively towards the future. While the pandemic saw record unemployment rates across the nation, the impact on technology jobs and salaries remains negligible. That said, we’ve seen dramatic changes in the way we hire, work, and live. The 2021…
The Benefits of 5G
New technology is just over the horizon. Above all, it provides many benefits for individuals and businesses. We’re talking about 5G, the fifth generation of mobile wireless communications technology. It’s the latest advancement in cellular technology. First, 5G offers an increase in speed and responsiveness. Second, it offers greater capacity, and lower latency. Lastly, it’s…
Top Tech Careers of 2020
No doubt we’re all happy to see 2020 in our rearview mirrors and look towards resuming some resemblance of business normalcy and growth in 2021. We expect a renewed focus and integration of IT as a business driver and further growth in technology jobs. Top Tech Occupations by Job Postings in Q3 With most US…