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Scoop
2 days ago
- Business
- Scoop
Skills Group To Transition To A Charitable Trust
Press Release – Skills Group Skills transition to a Charitable Trust reflects its ongoing commitment to providing effective, relevant training that supports the development of New Zealands workforce. The Skills Organisation is entering a new chapter to deepen its impact on vocational education across New Zealand, with its Members voting to transition the organisation from an incorporated society to a charitable trust. The decision follows a comprehensive review by the Skills Group Board, which aimed to align the organisation's legal structure with its long-term goals as a Private Training Establishment, while maintaining its commitment to its core charitable purpose of providing high-quality vocational education and training. Skills Organisation Chairman Tim Gibson says he was pleased with the strong support from Members for this important change. 'The decision follows careful consideration and an independent review by the Hon. Murray McCully,' Tim says. 'The review confirmed that the incorporated society model worked well for Skills in the past, but it no longer suits the needs of a large, modern vocational training business that requires significant investment and the ability to respond quickly to industry changes. 'Transitioning to a Charitable Trust will help us better serve the vocational education sector and strengthen Skills' ability to partner with industry and all stakeholders to meet the evolving needs of the workforce. We're excited about what this next chapter enables. It ensures Skills is fit-for-purpose for the future of work in New Zealand.' While the legal structure will change the day-to-day operations at Skills will continue as normal. 'The change will not affect the delivery of current training programmes or services.' Skills' transition to a Charitable Trust reflects its ongoing commitment to providing effective, relevant training that supports the development of New Zealand's workforce.
Scoop
2 days ago
- Business
- Scoop
Skills Group To Transition To A Charitable Trust
Press Release – Skills Group Skills transition to a Charitable Trust reflects its ongoing commitment to providing effective, relevant training that supports the development of New Zealands workforce. The Skills Organisation is entering a new chapter to deepen its impact on vocational education across New Zealand, with its Members voting to transition the organisation from an incorporated society to a charitable trust. The decision follows a comprehensive review by the Skills Group Board, which aimed to align the organisation's legal structure with its long-term goals as a Private Training Establishment, while maintaining its commitment to its core charitable purpose of providing high-quality vocational education and training. Skills Organisation Chairman Tim Gibson says he was pleased with the strong support from Members for this important change. 'The decision follows careful consideration and an independent review by the Hon. Murray McCully,' Tim says. 'The review confirmed that the incorporated society model worked well for Skills in the past, but it no longer suits the needs of a large, modern vocational training business that requires significant investment and the ability to respond quickly to industry changes. 'Transitioning to a Charitable Trust will help us better serve the vocational education sector and strengthen Skills' ability to partner with industry and all stakeholders to meet the evolving needs of the workforce. We're excited about what this next chapter enables. It ensures Skills is fit-for-purpose for the future of work in New Zealand.' While the legal structure will change the day-to-day operations at Skills will continue as normal. 'The change will not affect the delivery of current training programmes or services.' Skills' transition to a Charitable Trust reflects its ongoing commitment to providing effective, relevant training that supports the development of New Zealand's workforce.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls set for 2026 release on PS5, Steam, and Epic Games store
4v4 tag team format redefines Marvel fighting games Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls introduces a new 4v4 tag team format to the genre, offering players a fresh take on competitive gameplay. Arc System Works has focused on allowing players to master a single character while still participating in dynamic team-based combat. Characters can be summoned mid-battle for support or combination attacks, creating a multi-character fighting experience unlike traditional 2v2 or 3v3 systems. The system supports both traditional and simplified input methods, making the title accessible to newcomers while still offering the depth needed for high-level play. According to game director Kazuto Sekine, the team emphasized a balance between learning ease and gameplay complexity. Also read: PlayStation State of Play kicks off today - here's when it starts, how to watch, and what to look out for 'Performing a variety of actions with either traditional or simple inputs ensures anyone can engage competitively while enjoying the unique energy of multiple characters interacting in real time,' Sekine said. Iconic characters and anime-inspired visual style Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls features a playable roster of iconic Marvel characters including Captain America, Iron Man, Spider-Man, Doctor Doom, Storm, Ms. Marvel, Star-Lord, and Ghost Rider (Robbie Reyes). Each character is reimagined with custom visual designs and gameplay mechanics to align with their narrative backgrounds while fitting Arc System Works' anime-inspired art direction. Live Events The character selection process prioritized recognizable figures while introducing new faces to the fighting game genre. 'We needed characters who represented Marvel's identity, but also brought diverse fighting styles,' said Arc Producer Takeshi Yamanaka. 'We also wanted to include characters never before playable in this genre.' Arc initially explored a Western comic-book shader style but ultimately shifted toward the studio's signature Japanese animation look after discussions with Marvel Games. This visual direction brings high-definition, stylized effects to cinematic Ultimate Skills and stage transitions, further enhancing immersion. Also read: The Witcher 4 release date: Ciri takes lead in stunning PS5 tech demo at State of Unreal 2025 | Details Dynamic stages and strategic transitions Stages in Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls include layered designs with hidden Marvel easter eggs and multi-zone layouts. Players will battle across shifting environments that feature real-time transitions, offering new tactical opportunities during matches. Each stage is designed not only for visual impact but for strategic gameplay. Shifts between stage zones can affect combat outcomes, allowing players to gain positional advantage or trigger special environmental effects. In addition to the visual elements, Arc System Works and Marvel Games plan to expand on gameplay content with more announcements leading up to launch. Further character reveals, stage details, and online features are expected as the release date approaches.
Cision Canada
6 days ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
Draup Launches Etter: The Agentic AI Platform to Build AI-Ready Teams
THE WOODLANDS, Texas, June 4, 2025 /CNW/ -- Draup, a global leader in enterprise talent intelligence, introduces — a next-gen workflow automation platform empowering HR and talent leaders to drive AI transformation across the enterprise. With AI reshaping work across business functions, enterprises face growing pressure to reimagine roles, evolve skills, and future-proof their talent strategies with human-machine synergies. Etter helps organizations do exactly that, with an automated, collaborative, and explainable platform that enables them to: Understand how AI will reshape tasks, roles, and workloads Quantify potential time-savings, productivity gains, and risks Identify emerging skill needs and adjacent roles for mobility Optimize job descriptions for the AI era Build future-ready teams and transformation roadmaps "AI is reshaping the very foundations of work—starting with workforce skills. For enterprises, the real challenge is determining which aspects of job roles to automate, which to augment, where to upskill, and which technologies to deploy. Etter resolves this ambiguity by delivering actionable clarity through workflow-driven intelligence." — Vijay Swaminathan, CEO, Draup Draup is already trusted by over 270 leading enterprises, including 5 of the Fortune 10 companies to guide critical workforce transformation decisions. Built on Draup's multi-dimensional labor and market data spanning 1.5M+ companies, 850M+ professionals, 12K+ skills, 4M+ career paths and more, Etter delivers unmatched visibility into how AI will impact every stage of the workforce planning lifecycle with granular skill and task-level insights. "Every business leader is trying to understand how AI will transform its workforce, and this means jobs, roles, skills, and systems. Etter from Draup is one of the most advanced, groundbreaking tools I've seen, to help leaders, managers, and HR professionals quickly understand how to redesign jobs to leverage AI. — Josh Bersin, Founder and CEO of The Josh Bersin Company. With a collaborative, human-in-the-loop design, Etter brings clarity and control to one of the most complex transitions enterprises face today. Whether you're planning for AI disruption, redesigning roles, or preparing your teams for the future—Etter is your strategy execution engine. About Draup: Draup is a leading Talent Strategy Platform that delivers multi-dimensional global labor and market data to drive enterprises' Workforce Planning, Recruitment & Transformative Skills Architecture initiatives. Draup supports HR Leaders in optimizing their workforce strategies by helping them address evolving workforce needs, assess global talent & peer group landscape, and design career paths for long-term success. With real-time access to granular data and personalized insights, Draup empowers customers with actionable intelligence & recommendations to strengthen their talent strategies.
Irish Independent
03-06-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
Almost half of businesses in the North West require upskilling of their workforce
A recent research report from Skillnet Ireland entitled Ireland's Talent Landscape 2025: Future Skills Challenges of Irish Business report, authored by Ipsos B&A, shows a strong demand for upskilling among businesses in Ireland's North West, with a particular focus on digitalisation and the green economy. Minister of State for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Marian Harkin TD, attended a Skillnet Ireland regional roadshow event at the AIM Centre in Sligo. Speaking at the event, Minister Harkin said: 'This important research from Skillnet Ireland offers crucial insights into the changing needs of the North West's business landscape. 'It is evident that digital and sustainability skills will be key drivers of future growth. Addressing these challenges requires a strong, collaborative approach. 'By working in partnership with industry, we can support businesses across the region to have access to the talent, skills, and innovation they need to succeed.' The findings in the report will inform Skillnet Ireland's strategic commitment to the regional development of businesses facing an increasingly digital future, and a low-carbon and sustainable economy, as well as aiming to bolster foreign direct investment through a focus on talent development. Annually, over 1,100 businesses located in the North West participate in upskilling programmes with over 50 Skillnet Business Networks nationwide, some of which are located in the in the region, including Retail Ireland Skillnet, Rural Enterprise Skillnet Sligo Chamber Skillnet and Tech NorthWest Skillnet. Mark Jordan, Skillnet Ireland Chief Executive, said: 'Our findings for the North West are reflective of national trends. Irish businesses are ambitious and resilient but staying competitive in a rapidly evolving economy requires continuous investment in talent. At Skillnet Ireland, we recognise that upskilling and training are strategic drivers of innovation and growth. 'We are committed to partnering with industry to support companies to focus on talent development that is future-focused and closely aligned with business needs.' The research, part of the national talent development agency's Ireland's Talent Landscape 2025: Future Skills Challenges of Irish Business report, highlights the upskilling demands of companies in counties Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal to remain competitive in Ireland's rapidly evolving digital and green economy. 91% of businesses surveyed in the North West regard their business as strong or very strong, while 59% expect a change in their core skills in the next two to three years. A quarter (26%) of businesses in the North West said they will need sustainability upskilling for their workforce in the coming years. Energy efficiency (79%), innovation and creativity (71%), and sustainable supply chain management (64%) top the list of climate action skills needed by local enterprises, while digital skills such as Microsoft Office proficiency (80%), cloud computing (63%), and Internet of Things (63%) are in particularly high demand. Despite the appetite for upskilling, the research also notes that time constraints are a significant barrier for businesses in the region, with over half (53%) of businesses citing time commitments as a major obstacle to employee development. The Skillnet Ireland Ireland's Talent Landscape 2025: Future Skills Challenges of Irish Business report, authored by Ipsos B&A, has built on the inaugural Ireland's Talent Landscape study of last year. The Ireland's Talent Landscape 2025: Future Skills Challenges of Irish Business report is available to view at
