Microsoft list of upcoming exam retirements

Microsoft has published a list of upcoming exam retirements for 2014 and 2015. 
Exams to retire include NAV, Windows Phone, Dynamics, and several other subjects. 
https://www.microsoft.com/learning/en-us/retired-certification-exams.aspx



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New version CompTIA's Security+ exam is available

As of May 1st, The new version CompTIA's Security+ exam is available. The new exam (SY0-401) is available immediately worldwide in an English language version. German and Japanese language exams will be introduced in the coming months. 



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In hiring for IT, cut to the chase.

As if the competition for top IT talent isn't challenging enough for most enterprises, experts say many companies are creating their own barriers to hiring by failing to fully optimize their search and recruitment efforts. 
Staffing professionals blame a lack of proactive communication and vague job descriptions as a sources of the breakdown and, among other things, they recommend that hiring managers construct concise job listings that prioritize skill sets. 
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Financial services to provide IT job opportunities

Financial services to provide IT job opportunities for tech contractors

Tech contractors expect more work in the financial-services market over the next year because of regulatory-related work. "The majority of the demand we're seeing is for contractors with specialist technical skills as many businesses are investing in their reporting systems."