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Digital transformation push to create 35,000 jobs in 2019

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Despite fears of a tech-led job apocalypse, the ongoing rise of digital transformation across Australian organisations will lead to the creation of 35,000 jobs in 2019, according to a comprehensive Australian study.

New York Stock Exchange listed DXC Technology and its Australian analyst firm Telsyte spoke to senior executives at almost 500 local companies, finding that more than half expect digital transformation plans to increase the number of tech staff employed, but that many CEOs remain digitally illiterate.

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Paul Smith edits the technology coverage and has been a leading writer on the sector for 20 years. He covers big tech, business use of tech, the fast-growing Australian tech industry and start-ups, telecommunications and national innovation policy. Connect with Paul on Twitter. Email Paul at psmith@afr.com

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