More about IT

Information Technology plays a huge part in the day to day operations of almost every business. The technology allows businesses to work more effectively and take advantage of new opportunities that would not exist if it were not for the development of new systems and service. The IT industry employs nearly 5% of all workers in the United Kingdom. With over 66% of people now using IT within their job role.

The IT sector is huge and constantly expanding, technology is doubling every two years. IT workers meet constant change and challenges within the career as well as  variety. IT workers generally work a standard day, in some areas and depending on the project size, employees can work long unsocial hours, for example 24/7 support centres. The computer game programming industry offers long hours as a standard procedure.

The sector offers jobs in several areas;
Network Support - operation technicians, offering support for all communication networks within an organisation
Help Desk Support - user support technicians, solve problems and faults, help clients capitalise on the use of software features and user training.
Web Developers - design and maintain client websites using creative software, combining graphical design with technical expertise
Software Designers and Engineers - design, research, and develop software systems. This role also involves testing and debugging existing applications
Consultants and Planners - advance systems and structures of client IT systems, offer advice on how to implement IT to meet business demands and challenges.
Network Engineers /System designers - install and maintain network efficiency between organisations.