Why the tech gender gap persists and the importance of building a more inclusive future

Although we’ve come a long way, recent research shows that women still only make up 25% of the UK STEM workforce. With female representation in UK tech organizations sitting at just 21%, and only 5% of leadership roles in technology currently being held by women.

These figures tell a familiar story. While some progress has been made in encouraging and supporting more women into the industry, more must still be done.

Thirty years ago, my mum spotted an opportunity for data, long before it became the backbone of modern business that it is today. She recognized back then that data would evolve into a critical driver of decision-making and growth, and she was right.

Data analytics and insight are now the heart of organizations, intrinsically linked with AI to spot trends, improve operational efficiency, personalize customer experiences and shape strategy.

In the 80’s when my mum started the business...

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