IT Week staff

Right. So the market in the world of recruitment is really not looking as rosy as it once was...

I haven’t really known what to make of the Tories’ plans on tax simplification

That’s the headline on our front page this week because we wanted to illustrate the significance of accountants at this difficult time for the economy.

Superman, therapist and financial genius. Those are just a few of the roles the average accountant can be expected to occupy over the next couple of years as the downturn does its worst to your clients.

Having worked with US and IFRS accountants for a number of years I believe that the best way to see the difference is to observe the results.

Nobody can doubt that the long-awaited slowdown has finally arrived.

IT has advanced a lot in the past nine years, but CIO concerns remain largely unchanged

When faced with NGO criticism over their environmental performance, many firms simply batten down the hatches. But, as Paul Thomas argues, communicating with your detractors represents the best means of minimising brand damage

The history of IPv6 illustrates how technology punditry can often feel like a thankless chore.

BT's super-fast broadband plans rely on successful Ofcom negotiations

Online services need stronger security if business users are to entrust their critical data to the cloud

A ruling by Icann may make it harder for a firm to be the master of its own domain

Should the term accountant be protected?

So you’re a finance director and perhaps thinking of expanding your interests with an evening class, maybe a little something to widen your skills base

Lord Howe's report on tax reform lacks a vital ingredient

Using two stockbrokers can boost potential for AIM companies

Simplifying business practices would improve the service offered by VARs, says Andy Dow

The entire channel will feel the pinch at some point, says Sara Yirrell

Firms should use the economic climate to boost their service skills, says Scott Nursten

Microsoft’s latest licensing plan is great news, but navigating the compliance maze is still a challenge writes Patrick Gunn