It's estimated that women make up 19% of the tech workforce on average. As women make up 47.7% of the global workforce overall, it's clear that tech is falling behind other industries in its efforts to recruit and retain women.
While many tech business leaders are showing good intent to work towards a more diverse industry, it doesn't often translate into specific actions and the outcome is undoubtedly lacking.
This situation is unfortunate as it actually limits the growth and capabilities of tech businesses.
On a general level, a more diverse team has more diverse perspectives, so is better equipped to innovate and consider new approaches to challenges. But there is also a strong business case for encouraging more women to pursue tech roles.
Continue reading: https://www.computing.co.uk/blog/4040609/business-case-women-tech
While many tech business leaders are showing good intent to work towards a more diverse industry, it doesn't often translate into specific actions and the outcome is undoubtedly lacking.
This situation is unfortunate as it actually limits the growth and capabilities of tech businesses.
On a general level, a more diverse team has more diverse perspectives, so is better equipped to innovate and consider new approaches to challenges. But there is also a strong business case for encouraging more women to pursue tech roles.
Continue reading: https://www.computing.co.uk/blog/4040609/business-case-women-tech
