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CEO-NI interviews Rob McConnell, Chairman of Momentum – 20,000 new IT jobs

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Read the full interview here>>

Local business leader shows real 'spirit' following his arrest to raise fund for the Prince's Trust

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Following his successful release last year from the clutches of Belfast Harbour Police after raising £3,000 bail, Newtownards businessman Noel Brady has yet again found himself on the wrong side of the law.

28 June final deadline for NI entries to €280,000 Business Competition

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

New or early-stage businesses from across Northern Ireland are today being urged to enter the InterTradeIreland Seedcorn Investor Readiness Competition before the deadline on 28 June 2013.

TotalMobile's Nuala Murphy elected to CIM Board

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

TotalMobile’s Head of Marketing, Nuala Murphy, has recently been elected to the board of the Chartered Institute of Marketing in Ireland.

£5.3 Investment for Brain Mapping Facility at Magee Campus

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The first functional brain mapping facility on the island of Ireland is to be established at the University of Ulster‘s Magee campus.

CoderDojo Belfast awards budding young coders for their skill!

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

CoderDojo Belfast celebrated awarding their 150th belt to young coders at Belfast Metropolitan College on Saturday 8th June 2013.

Ever criticised careers advice? Employer placement for careers advisers.

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

If you’ve ever been critical of the knowledge of careers advisers, teachers and pupils about current career opportunities and skill needs in your sector, then here’s your chance to do something about it.

NIAVAC £250k Video Conference contract with NI Education board

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The Western Education and Library Board (WELB) continue to embrace technology to enhance efficiency with a new video conferencing investment of £250k.

CBI Education Survey

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The CBI is interested in businesses’ views on the level and nature of their engagement with primary and secondary schools in Northern Ireland.

Foster announces £13.7million investment and 229 jobs by Almac

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has announced that Almac Pharma Services is to create 229 new jobs in Craigavon as part of a £13.7million investment.

CBI provides economic outlook for year ahead

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Over 130 senior business leaders will attend the CBI Annual Economic Briefing on 6 June at the Hilton Hotel Belfast, which includes insights from Stephen Gifford, CBI Director of Economics and Alan Bridle, UK Economist & Market Analyst for Bank of Ireland UK, reports Business First.

Momentum launch Digital Summit

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum, the voice of the digital sector which represents over 300 companies, has today announced its forthcoming ‘Digital Summit’, set to take place on September 25th 2013.

Kainos Launches Biggest Ever Recruitment Drive

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Thriving Belfast tech company Kainos has announced an ambitious, three-year growth plan which will see its headcount and revenues double.

Texthelp’s new Read&Write Gold literacy software offers life-changing enhancements for UK students with dyslexia

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Powerful enhancements to provide reading and writing support for students on the PC have been included in the new Read&Write Gold by Texthelp, leading developers of literacy support software.

Capita Managed IT Solutions to provide ICT services to a further 13 schools in Leicester

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Newtownabbey-based Capita Managed IT Solutions (formerly Northgate Managed Services) has been awarded new multi-site schools information and communication technology (ICT) contracts worth £11.6m.

Invest NI Trade Mission to Turkey - 30 September-4 October 2013

Fri, 31 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Invest NI invites you to join our 5 day business Mission to Turkey, organised for N. Ireland companies to take advantage of the business opportunities of this dynamic economy.

NI business urged to join the ‘IT crowd’ for annual Byte Night sleep out

Fri, 31 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

For one night only Northern Ireland’s techies are abandoning their smart software, advanced apps and cool gadgets and relying on humble sleeping bags and woolly socks for an open-air sleepout in aid of the charity Action for Children.

Nomadic AV to Wow Visitors

Fri, 31 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

After seven years and an investment of over £7 m, Titanic’s ‘little sister’ the SS Nomadic invites visitors aboard this week as the vessel officially opens. The boat that ferried people to the ill-fated Titanic in Cherbourg will welcome passengers onboard again this week.

Foster announces 71 new jobs for Belfast

Fri, 31 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has announced that US software company Vello Systems, Inc. is to create 71 new jobs in Belfast with support from Invest Northern Ireland.

Get Results with SERC

Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

SERC offer a wide range of practical training courses for your business designed to help you Get Results. We have a wide range of flexible business training courses starting soon.

Foster explores ICT opportunities in Brazil

Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Significant opportunities exist for Northern Ireland companies in Brazil’s digital sector, Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has said. Speaking during a visit to Brazil’s largest technology park, the Porto Digital Complex in Recife, Arlene Foster said: “ICT is an important sector in Recife and has stimulated real growth in the area, parallel to our own experiences in Northern Ireland.

InterTradeIreland highlights opportunities on the horizon for SMEs through new EU funding framework

Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A number of strategies were outlined recently to increase participation in EU funded Research and Innovation at the all-island “Collaborate to Innovate: Access Horizon 2020” conference in Dublin.

Gateshead Complete 1 Million Jobs with TotalMobile Solutions

Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Gateshead Council have worked with TotalMobile Ltd (formerly Consilium Technologies) since 2000 and use the TotalRepairs solution to generate jobs for their Local Environment Services team (LES). These jobs include public works on Council buildings such as repairs and gas servicing as well as the inspection and maintenance of highways.

EBN Congress kick-off gets closer. Fifty speakers confirmed.

Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

“Prepare to be stimulated, inspired and amazed,” says Dr Bernard Toal, Chief Executive of the Northern Ireland Business and Innovation Centre (NORIBIC) as the final countdown begins to one of Europe’s largest and most prestigious business events, reports Business First today.

Sharing Our Education – Across the Border and Around the World

Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Researchers at the University of Ulster are set to co-ordinate an event that will give new meaning to the term ‘shared education’. Young people and their teachers from 200 schools across the island of Ireland will be using technology to celebrate ‘Dissolving Boundaries Day’ on Thursday 16 May.

Dead Hungry Diner launches on iOS

Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Following support from Momentum last year, Black Market Games can now officially announce the launch of the iOS version of Dead Hungry Diner. It is available for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices it can be purchased from the AppStore/iTunes.

Cisco ‘Partner of the Year’ award completes a triple win for BT Ireland

Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

BT Ireland is celebrating after scooping Cisco’s ‘Partner of the Year 2012’ title this week, completing a trio of awards for the IT & Communications provider after it also picked up ‘Partner of Year 2012’ from both Avaya and EMC in recent months, reports Business First.

Robinson and McGuinness announce the creation of up to 650 new jobs at Allstate

Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

First Minister Rt. Hon. Peter D Robinson MLA and Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness MLA, have announced that technology company Allstate Northern Ireland is to create up to 650 high quality jobs in Belfast, Londonderry and Strabane.

InterTradeIreland offers small businesses 100% funding to develop cross border sales opportunities

Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Small businesses have been hardest hit by the recession, often relying on local demand for their goods and services. While these organisations are the backbone of our economy, in order to grow, the cross-border market should be considered as their first natural export prospect and they need to have a clear export strategy in place to take advantage of this opportunity.

Deloitte to create 177 technology jobs in Belfast

Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has announced that Deloitte LLP is to create 177 new jobs at its Belfast Technology Studio. Deloitte LLP is part of the Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited (DTTL), which delivers professional business services to the UK and European markets. Invest Northern Ireland has offered over £1.2million of support towards the investment.

Newry & Mourne businesses tap into digital infrastructure

Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Local business owners from across the Newry and Mourne area have this week learnt how to tap into Northern Ireland’s digital infrastructure in order to spur their companies to future success, reports Business First.

Allstate NI Kogod School of Business visit Friday 17th May

Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

10 Kogod School of Business undergraduate (bachelor) students will be traveling from America to Dublin and Belfast as part of their International Management Practices course from 13th to 19th May 2013.

CSIT donation supports Belfast CoderDojo

Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The Centre for Secure Information Technologies (CSIT) at QUB, the UK’s leading university centre for cyber security research, is supporting the work done by CoderDojo Belfast to enthuse the next generation of software and electronic researchers and engineers by donating funds collected from attendees at its recent annual World Cyber Security Technology Research Summit.

Boost your sales team and catch new business!

Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Catching new business can be difficult at times, but we’ve got a smart way to help. We can provide your business with the extra resources or funding you need to help you ‘net’ those all important new sales!

Kainos Launches New ‘Earn as you Learn’ Scheme Offering Free University Places for IT Students

Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The highly successful and fast-growing technology company, which works with all of the latest technologies in its projects for businesses and public sector organisations across the UK, will target high-performing A-Level students, paying for their degree qualification while they work in Kainos, in a package varying between £75,000 and £100,000 per student.

Unique Offer to Momentum/Digital Circle Members

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

One of Europe’s largest and most prestigious business events is scheduled to take place in Derry/Londonderry from 29th-31st May 2013. The European Business Network (EBN) Congress which annually attracts international decision-makers, investors, and business angels amongst its high-powered audience will this year be open to a local business audience.

Calling Start-Ups to become Investor Ready and Compete for €280k CASH Prize Fund

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

At the launch of this year’s all-island Seedcorn Investor Readiness Competition, InterTradeIreland today unveiled a new and simplified entry format and a change to the entry categories.

Tech firms shame rest of economy

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A recent article by www.cityam.com has shown that british internet companies are growing at a rate more than 50 times faster than the rest of the country, with online startups booming despite a widespread economic malaise.

Habitat for Humanity Big Build 2013 5th-12th October

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

50 volunteers from across Northern Ireland will be set a whole new challenge in the small rural community of Vizuresti. Despite being only 35kms from Bucharest, the community is isolated by poverty and is home to over 1,400 residents, 65% of which are ethnic Roma.

Farry announces free management and leadership training for businesses

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Employment and Learning Minister Dr Stephen Farry today announced a package of free leadership and management programmes for local businesses.

Foster announces investment by US Payment Technology company

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has announced that Merchant Warehouse is to set up a Technology Development and Customer Support Centre in Belfast creating 70 quality jobs.

Consilium Change Name to TotalMobile

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

As of 1st May 2013, Consilium Technologies Ltd is pleased to announce it will change its name to TotalMobile Ltd. This represents an exciting new era for the business which started in Belfast as TASK Software in 1985 and became Consilium Technologies in 2001.

Foster welcomes Intel - Aepona acquisition

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has welcomed the announcement that Aepona, one of Northern Ireland’s most internationally successful software companies, has been acquired by global technology giant, Intel.

Liberty IT’s William Hamilton – Grab every opportunity with both hands!

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

CEO-NI interviews CEO of Liberty IT, William Hamilton. Read the full interview here>>

Roke joins forces with CSIT for innovation in security technologies

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The Centre for Secure Information Technologies (CSIT), the UK’s leading university centre for cyber security research, has today announced that Roke, one of the UK’s leading science and technology centres, has become a Full Member and official partner.

Kainos Announces Winner of Prestigious AppCamp and Invites Applications for Summer 2013 Competition

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Software Engineering student Paul Acheson is crowned ‘Awesome AppCamper’ after his app, Vacci-Nations, was downloaded almost 1000 times in 3 months.

The latest from the CultureTech blog...

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

We’re pleased to announce the launch of CultureTECH Junior, the newest element of the CultureTECH festival. With help from our friends at Seagate, we hope to have 6,000 kids pass through the Venue at Ebrington Square for an interactive Science and Technology exhibition, as well as a host of other events across the City.

CyberSource Development Team meets Dan North, the Originator of Behaviour Driven Development

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Dan North, the originator of Behaviour Driven Development and a key contributor to “the RSpec Book: Behaviour Driven Development with RSpec, Cucumber and Friends” is a recognized thought leader within the software engineering community.

76 new jobs at Belfast software company

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A Belfast based software company is to almost double its workforce with plans to create 76 new jobs. Latens Systems develops security software for communication devices such as set-top boxes, PCs and smartphones.

Belfast Metropolitan College Makes IT Happen with CoderDojo Summit

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On Saturday 23rd March, young people gathered together at the E3 campus of Belfast Metropolitan College for the first running of a Coder Dojo Summit in Northern Ireland. Coder Dojo is a free coding club movement where young people learn to code and create.

Foster officially opens Blue Zinc’s new premises

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster today officially opened Blue Zinc Ltd’s new premises and congratulated the company on its 10th anniversary of trading. The new premises on the Castlereagh Road in Belfast mark the next step in the development of Blue Zinc, which has grown steadily since it was set up in 2003.

Automated Intelligence Announced Best Business Start-up

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Today, Automated Intelligence (AI) have been announced as Best Business Start Up in Ulster, at the Ulster Bank Business Achievers Awards. Simon Cole, CTO and Fergus McIlduff, COO from AI picked up the prestigious award at Riddel Hall, Queens University this morning at the breakfast awards ceremony.

Local IT award ceremony to recognise outstanding achievement

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

April 25th will see the 2013, “IT Professional of the Year”, award ceremony taking place at Ten Square in Belfast. The award is presented by the Belfast Branch of the British Computer Society in recognition of the exceptional achievements of an individual member of the thriving local IT community.

Introducing Momentum, a new accelerator program by RocketSpace & Mobile Monday

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum is a new accelerator program coming to RocketSpace. It is produced by Mobile Monday, a global open community platform focused on the mobile industry.

Other voices launch year long technology challenge in partnership with the CultureTech Festival

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Following their hugely successful events in Dingle, Derry-Londonderry and London, Other Voices, the internationally acclaimed music series from Ireland, has today launched a year-long digital innovation challenge to find the best new technology ideas to incorporate into the series.

Lisburn City Council’s EMPLOYMENT GROWTH PROGRAMME

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The Lisburn City Council Employment Growth Programme is designed specifically for owner/managers of SMEs in the Lisburn area that are aspiring to grow in 2013. The programme will help you to achieve breakthrough business results by recruiting new talent and skills into your business to deliver your ambitious plans and the high quality products/services your customers demand.

Automated Intelligence announces workforce expansion

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum, the voice of the Digital sector has congratulated new member Automated Intelligence; a Belfast based IT Company, which has announced it is expanding its workforce by a third, just three years after it was founded.

It’s your time to shine: prepare to share your business brilliance!

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The ICT Excellence Awards, now in their 13th year, are Ireland's most prestigious badges of honour in the technology business. Winning an award represents more than just the recognition of your peers: it's also a major plus on your corporate CV... and works wonders in sales presentations.

Newry and Mourne District Council on the move with new Licensing app

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Minister of Regional Development, Mr Danny Kennedy, MLA officially launched Newry and Mourne District Council’s, Mobile Licensing App on Wednesday 20 March 2013 at the Canal Court Hotel, Newry.

Software Asset Management: What is it all about?

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

An understanding of the Software Audit Landscape by Jonathan McGall SAM Lead SoftwareONE Ireland.

CBI Default Retirement Age survey

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

CBI Northern Ireland are currently undertaking a study to fully understand the impact of removing the Default Retirement Age (DRA) in Northern Ireland since October 2011.

Foster announces new scheme to help SMEs get funding

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster today announced a new initiative by Invest Northern Ireland to help small and medium enterprises (SMEs) access funding.

SLA Mobile announced as a Best Managed Company once again

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Leading mobile software development firm SLA Mobile has requalified as one of Ireland’s ‘Best Managed’ companies in the Deloitte Best Managed Companies Awards Programme for the third consecutive year.

Assembly Committee in Careers Development Visit

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Members of the Northern Ireland Assembly's Employment and Learning Committee have witnessed at first hand how University of Ulster staff are helping set primary, secondary and third level students on the right career path.

Bill McCluggage Part II: “Being risk averse is not really my style”

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

CEO-NI interviews Bill McCluggage, EMC. Read the full interview here>>

Symantec's first global SAM Partner

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

New Momentum member SoftwareONE has been recognized as Symantec’s first Global SAM Partner. This partner program promotes customer satisfaction through proper asset management, increased value-added services for SAM providers, and access to third party audit protection services in the event of an audit all while following the guidelines of the Global License Compliance Organization.

Jumpstart: £280m for software & IT

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Software and IT sector in Great Britain is missing out on a £280 million boost to its domestic and international prospects, claims R&D tax-credit specialist, Jumpstart. The Edinburgh-based company says this is the unclaimed amount from Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs in R&D tax relief – a sum which could dramatically alter the sector's business advantage.

Foster welcomes BAFTA award winning animation firm to NI

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has welcomed an investment by Dublin-based animation company Jam Media, which will create 40 high quality jobs in Belfast.

Tibus appoints Andrew Maybin as Managing Director

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Andrew Maybin has been appointed as Managing Director of Tibus, UTV’s digital infrastructure division which provides cloud hosting and high-grade connectivity services to business and public sector clients.

Grand Coalition for Digital Jobs aims to fill 900,000 predicted European ICT vacancies

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

With 900,000 ICT vacancies predicted for the EU in 2015, a Grand Coalition for Digital Jobs has been established to fill these positions through improved training initiatives and skills matching.

Belfast-based technology firm Aepona is sold for up to $120m

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

BELFAST-based telecoms software firm Aepona is being sold for as much as $120m (€92m), the Irish Independent has reported recently. There has been intense speculation as to the buyer, with chip giant Intel declining to comment.

ICT Model Delivers Skills for Business

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Employment and Learning Minister Dr Stephen Farry and Enterprise, Trade and Investment Minister Arlene Foster today jointly hosted an awards ceremony for graduates from the Software Testers’ Academy.

TechXplore - vital to engage and embrace technology

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Businesses, organisations and entrepreneurs must embrace and engage with digital technology if they are to survive and flourish in the future – that was the message as over 150 people gathered for the first ever TechXplore event held at Riddel Hall, Queen’s University Belfast on 28 February 2013.

Learning Pool recruits top technical talent from the BBC

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Learning Pool, the fast growing e-learning company, has pulled off a major coup by appointing Ryan Adams, former lead web developer for BBC Online to head its specialist mobile app division in Belfast.

First Steps for Propel Entrepreneurs - Invest NI Propel Programme sees biggest response to date

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Invest Northern Ireland’s Propel Programme has announced its biggest response to date, with over 130 budding entrepreneurs applying for a place on the intensive programme.

InterTradeIreland Venture Capital Conference showcases investment opportunities available to local companies in 2013

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The 12th annual InterTradeIreland Venture Capital conference entitled, “Securing Investment in 2013” has attracted all of the major active venture capital and business angel networks from across the island to attend.

Competition offers students chance to impress leading computer games companies

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Computer games development offers one of the most exciting and lucrative career options for young people in Ireland today. That’s according to Dr. Stephen Brennan, Chief Strategy Officer with the Digital Hub Development Agency (DHDA), who was speaking at the Irish launch of Dare to be Digital, an international computer games development competition.

NISPO Funds: 4 Day Investment Readiness Programme

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The objective of the programme is to provide an understanding of the investment process; from the initial stages of writing an ‘investment grade’ business plan & being able to present it, to how you should prepare for investment and deal with the investors & professional advisers such as lawyers & accountants.

SLA Mobile Going Global with ‘Mobile More’

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast based mobile software development specialists, SLA Mobile will be representing Northern Ireland on the global mobile platform at the GSMA Mobile World Congress next week.

CSIT Mobile Phone Security & Privacy Survey

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

This survey is collecting data for a PhD researching security and privacy threats to mobile phone users. The aim of the survey is to gather information about privacy and security issues users may have experienced when using their phones. This is an important area of research given the growing use of mobile phones, and smartphones in particular.

Register for the 4CNW Creative Directory - closing date 8 March 2013

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Calling ALL Creatives in Northern Ireland! 4CNW Talent is an exciting new fund to encourage Businesses to collaborate with a Creative Partner. REGISTER NOW on for their Creative Directory.

Asidua appoints four students to its £25K scholarship programme

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Four of Northern Ireland's brightest computer science and engineering students have landed scholarships worth up to £25,000, reports the Belfast Telegraph.

Parity's Turning Point Sales Leadership Training Course

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Turning Point will provide Sales Leaders with the tools, concepts and real mentoring support to take their sales engine to the next level of performance.

Farry and Wilson celebrate success of Public/Private ICT Apprenticeship Pilot

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Employment and Learning Minister Dr. Stephen Farry and Finance and Personnel Minister Sammy Wilson attended an event at Belfast Metropolitan College to celebrate the success of the Public/Private ICT Apprenticeship Pilot.

Growth Loan Fund office opens in Belfast

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster MLA today officially opened the offices of WhiteRock Capital Partners LLP, the appointed fund manager for the £50 million Growth Loan Fund, reports Business First Online.

A new NI Internet Exchange could improve service and reduce costs

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Plans for a new Northern Ireland-wide ‘internet exchange’ in which broadband companies directly connect or link their networks to reduce costs and improve service, will be discussed in Belfast next week. (Belfast City Hall, 27 February 4-7pm).

Northern Ireland companies urged to use technology to drive business success

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Invest Northern Ireland is encouraging business people to consider what more they can be doing to drive success in their business.

CSIT shortlisted for prestigious industry award

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The Centre for Secure Information Technologies (CSIT), the UK’s lead university centre for cyber security research based at Queen's University Belfast, has announced that it has been shortlisted for the prestigious SC Magazine Awards in the industry category of “Information Security Consultancy of the Year”.

CEO-NI interviews EMC’s Bill McCluggage: Life is an adventure!

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Read the full interview here>>

New Higher Level ICT Apprenticeship Pilot offered by South West College

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

South West College is delighted to announce the launch of a new and exciting opportunity for employers to up skill their staff. The College is now offering the Higher Level ICT Apprenticeship Pilot. This programme is funded by the Department for Employment and Learning and will run for 2 years.

Learning Pool acquires Paper Bag, the mobile app development agency

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Learning Pool, the fast growing e-learning company based in Derry, has announced today the acquisition of Paper Bag, the mobile apps development agency with offices in Belfast and London. Learning Pool will use this acquisition to accelerate the delivery of mobile services to its 300 plus customers, while also extending its reach across new product areas.

Solution Selling & Account Development Strategies

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

There is no single, universal formula for improving sales effectiveness in ICT markets. This simple truth exists because there are over 25 crucial sales skills and attitudes that can affect an individual's sales effectiveness and performance.

Capita to acquire Northgate Managed Services Limited

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Capita to acquire Northgate Managed Services Limited from Northgate Information Solutions for an enterprise value of £65 million.

Become a Mentor for March's CoderDojo workshops

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

CoderDojo, the free coding club movement where young people learn to code and create, has teamed up with recruiting experts Hays to leverage its network of IT professionals to recruit volunteers, mentors and companies to support the rapid expansion of the CoderDojo movement.

Become a Mentor for March's CoderDojo workshops!

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Invest NI launches new app to promote Northern Ireland

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Invest Northern Ireland has launched a new mobile app to help promote Northern Ireland to potential inward investors. The app, which can be adapted by local councils to promote their own area, contains useful information for investors including details on infrastructure, people and skills, and cost of living. The app will be available on all platforms, including Android, iOS, Blackberry and Windows.

InterTradeIreland to invest £8.8 million in 135 Technology Transfer Projects for SMEs

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

InterTradeIreland, the agency responsible for fostering cross border trade, investment and innovation has announced that it is to invest £8.8million in 135 cross border technology transfer projects. The investment will be channelled into the agency’s technology transfer programme, FUSION, reports Business First.

EU proposes new cybercrime reporting rules

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Over 40,000 firms, including energy providers, banks and hospitals could be required to report cyber-break-ins under new rules proposed by the EU, reports the BBC.

Local Mental Health App Launched

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Local Mental Health App “MindMateNI” is now available to download for free and will help users to access services in their area. As part of the Health Hack NI event in December, which was sponsored by Belfast City Councils drive for a super connected Belfast; software company TotalMobile™ developed the location based application that highlights where Mental Health and wellbeing services can be accessed in the surrounding area.

Check out Parity's Project Management Training / Qualification

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Could you benefit from tools and techniques to help you work more efficiently? If the answer is ‘YES’ to these questions, then PMF is for you. Work tasks can have a vast and varied scope. From an office move, new product launch or marketing campaign, to management restructuring or change management. Anything with a start, middle and end can be viewed as a project!

InterTradeIreland's Fusion helps students and SMEs

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Cross-border business development agency InterTradeIreland is to invest £8.8m to help small and medium-sized companies (SMEs) to take advantage of science, engineering and technology graduates, reports the Belfast Telegraph.

The Jim Henson Company's HIP to distribute Sixteen South's Driftwood Bay

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Sixteen South television has named The Jim Henson Company’s third party licensing label, HIP (Henson Independent Properties) as the exclusive worldwide distributor for its new mixed media, animated preschool series, Driftwood Bay.

Momentum Manifesto now available online. Read the full document here.

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Following the launch of Momentum's Manifesto at Stormont yesterday and the excellent coverage in the local media; we have now launched the full document online via our website.

Momentum Manifesto outlines pathway to creation of 20,000 new jobs!

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum, the representative body for the Northern Ireland Digital sector has launched its manifesto document “New ideas, New technology, New jobs,” which sets out a pathway for the creation of 20,000 new jobs by 2017, at Stormont this morning.

SPECIAL MOMENTUM OFFER! New Yearbook for the New Year!

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Be one of the first to get your hands on the latest edition of the Northern Ireland Yearbook, the only annual comprehensive reference guide to the political, economic and social life of Northern Ireland.

Growing Talent, Retaining Talent, Building the Future

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Parity Talent Management deliver a wide range of business and people development solutions, and can provide core funding (supported by the Department for Employment and Learning) to help build capacity and support your people development plans.

Invest NI Space Sector Study

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Envision Management Consultants has been appointed by Invest NI to undertake a comprehensive research study in the Space Sector.

Global Game Jam: Belfast to take part for first time reports BBC NI

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Is it possible to create an entirely new computer game from scratch over the course of just one weekend?

CEO-NI interviews Citi's John Healy

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Citi’s John Healy – "We’ve a fantastic opportunity to grow the technology sector in the Northern Ireland economy significantly."

Foster announces investment by US IT firm

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster today welcomed the decision by US-based company Oxford Consulting Group (OCG) Inc to establish a 33 person development centre in Belfast.

Final call for applications to the 2013 Invest Northern Ireland Propel Programme

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Budding entrepreneurs have just days to apply for Invest Northern Ireland’s Propel Programme before the 23 January deadline. Offering access to some of NI’s leading business minds along with essential financial support, the development programme is designed to fast-track entrepreneurs with innovative ideas that have export potential.

Tibus is on Cloud Nine

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A Northern Ireland company is on ‘cloud nine’ following news that it has been named as a supplier in a government initiative to help the public sector buy information and communications technology (ICT) services more effectively.

Integrating telephony & software – More than just dial tone

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

In July 2012 Atlas Communications were asked by Belfast Software company W.A.S.P Solutions to provide a tailored telecomms and internet solution. Based in Belfast, W.A.S.P Solutions have established themselves as leading software and web development Company focusing on multi-tier desktop applications, bespoke web based applications, Content Management Systems, cross platform mobile phone applications and CRM systems.

Digital Circle: Programming for Everyone

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The big push for Digital Circle and Momentum this year is the idea of Programming for Everyone. The Coder Dojo group at Belfast Metropolitan College is keen to increase the number of mentors available and we are working to create new groups across the province.

Introducing new Momentum member: NorthgateArinso (NGA)

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

NorthgateArinso (NGA) is a market-leading global Human Resources services provider offering innovative HR business solutions through HR Technology, HR Outsourcing (HR BPO), and HR Consulting. We help employers improve the quality and optimize the cost of HR services, resulting in increased business agility.

News Update from Digital Circle

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The end of 2012 was a bumper period for the games industry in Northern Ireland. Three games were released and the first Northern Ireland games Kickstarter was successful.

Momentum Manifesto Document Launch

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

SAVE THE DATE!

8.30am on Monday 28th January 2013 at Stormont Parliament Buildings

Digital Circle Games Meet Ups

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Two new evening events have been announced for this month - Derry on Tuesday 22nd and Belfast on Wednesday 23d January.

Rising Star Programme

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Local company Learning Pool is delighted to announce plans to create new jobs in Derry with the launch of its Rising Star Programme.

Bring IT On is back again!

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum is pleased announce that we will once again be delivering a programme of events for secondary school pupils in Northern Ireland.

Big Data 2013 - A special report to be published on 29 January 2013 within The Times newspaper

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Intellect is committed to ensuring that the full economic potential of technology is harnessed right across the economy. Intellect has therefore partnered with specialist publisher Raconteur Media to co-operate in the production of a dedicated supplement on Big Data.

Start-ups wanted for huge 'Dragons' Den'-style pitch session

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

IRELAND'S biggest-ever 'Dragons' Den'-type business pitch session is due to roll out in Cork later this month, with hundreds of Irish start-ups invited to the city to sell their ideas and businesses to global entrepreneurial heavyweights.

CyberSource NI – An Agile Development Environment

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Waterfall has been the chosen software development environment of choice for both small software houses and Multinational Corporations for many years.

Tascomi Ltd Secures Major Contract

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Tascomi specialises in government software systems development and compliance consultancy and will be supplying their successful Environmental Health software to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for use throughout the Health Service in Ireland.

Northern Ireland IT Star Revealed

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Lucas Love Recruitment recently announced the winner of the inaugural ‘Lucas Love IT Award for outstanding contribution to the IT sector’ and the honour went to one of the Momentum team!

Introducing Momentum's new Chairman, Rob McConnell of SQS

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Replacing Seamus Scullion of Texthelp, Momentum recently announced their new Chairman - Rob McConnell, Market Director of SQS.

Coding Club paves the way for ICT career

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Minister for Employment and Learning, Dr. Stephen Farry MLA, attended the prize giving for the students of Belfast Metropolitan College’s CoderDojo.

Seedcorn €280k cash prize awarded to winning companies

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast-based Catagen and Wattics from Dublin were named the Best High Growth Company and Best Emerging Company respectively at InterTradeIreland’s 2012 all-island Seedcorn Business Competition.

Culture, Talent and Risk Capital are the three biggest blockers to progress says Knowledge Economy Index

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Further significant action is required if Northern Ireland is to transform into a leading innovative region, according to the 2nd Knowledge Economy Index report.

£6m skills boost to support creative and digital content industries’ growth ambition

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Employers in the Creative Industries today welcomed the Government’s boost for skills development of up to £6m over two years co-invested with industry.

Foster announces 45 new jobs at local IT firm

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has announced that Belfast-based IT software and services company Equiniti ICS is creating 45 jobs with the support of Invest Northern Ireland’s Jobs Fund.

Foster officially opens BT’s state-of-the-art contact centre

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has officially opened BT’s state-of-the-art contact centre in Belfast.

Invest NI Propel Programme - Could your business idea go global?

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

If you're an entrepreneur, with an innovative idea that has export potential, Propel could help you make it happen. To fast track your business idea to the next stage this one year programme will provide you with high quality training, one to one mentoring, workshops, networking opportunities and financial support.

Learning Pool named again as one of the fastest growing Tech Companies in Ireland

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Learning Pool today announced that it ranked number 24 in the 2012 Deloitte Technology Fast 50, a ranking of the 50 fastest growing technology companies in Ireland. Rankings are based on average percentage revenue growth over five years.

Councils Benefit from Consilium Customer Conference in Belfast

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Over 30 Local Authorities from across Great Britain and Northern Ireland attended Consilium’s annual Customer Conference at the Hilton Belfast on 6th & 7th November.

Event highlights need for greater uptake of maths in schools

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Invest Northern Ireland recently joined with Queen’s University, Belfast to hold an event to highlight the importance of mathematics skills for the workforce and the economy.

InterTradeIreland Business Monitor reveals no signs of economic improvement

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

According to the latest quarterly Business Monitor for Q3 2012 released today by InterTradeIreland, which was conducted with over 1,000 companies across the island, the protracted economic downturn is showing no signs of improvement.

Kainos Drives Software Innovation in Healthcare

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

As further proof of its commitment to transforming everyday UK healthcare challenges through agile development techniques, open source platforms and the latest Internet and mobile technologies, Kainos is supporting a major ‘health hack’ weekend next month.

Foster announces 100 new jobs for Belfast

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster recently announced that Concentrix Technologies plans to create 100 high quality software development jobs in Belfast.

200+ Graduates in Good Hands with Allstate NI

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In a year in which many companies are still finding it tough, over 200 graduates are celebrating this year after gaining employment in the IT industry with Allstate NI. 121 of the graduates have been employed through the Bridge to Employment non-IT graduate programme, inconjunction with the Department of Employment and Learning. A further 80 IT graduates were recruited by the company this year.

Ulster Professor Develops Cloud Computing Links with Middle East

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The provision of and demand for Cloud Computing services is opening up exciting new business opportunities around the world, a University of Ulster academic has claimed.

Invest NI backing City of Culture business opportunities

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Invest Northern Ireland Chief Executive Alastair Hamilton has announced support for Derry City Council to help smaller businesses grasp opportunities from the UK City of Culture programme.

Stephen McNamara - Cybersource Tech Chief shows the way for NI industry high fliers

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

We've all heard the mantra that Northern Ireland is a first-class location for technology company investments... but it's a mantra which is used by more than a handful of other regions across the globe, all of them hunting for lucrative tech investments.

DETI releases Economy and Jobs Initiative

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Read the full report here>>

InterTradeIreland announces NI Regional Seedcorn Winners

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

InterTradeIreland have announced the Northern Ireland regional winners of Seedcorn 2012, the largest business competition of its kind across the island, offering a total cash prize fund of €280,000.

Andor and Bitplane launch Insight Awards

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Andor Technology plc (Andor) and Bitplane, world leaders in scientific solutions and visualisation software, have announced the launch of the 2013 Insight Awards. This worldwide scientific imaging competition rewards visually stunning and scientifically captivating images, spectra, graphics and movies.

Chancellor Dr James Nesbitt's visit to University of Ulster

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The University of Ulster's Chancellor Dr James Nesbitt focused on the groundbreaking scientific research taking place in the University at the start of a two day tour of its campuses on Tuesday.

New initiatives to boost economy and create jobs - Foster

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Supporting the local jobs market and accelerating new measures to create and retain jobs will be the key focus of a major new £200million Economy and Jobs initiative.

CyberSource NI: Four Years on

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The US-Northern Ireland investment conference of 2008 unveiled CyberSource as a new player within the Northern Ireland Technology Market. Four years on, CyberSource has grown from strength to strength, delivering on its promise to create local jobs, invest in the Northern Ireland economy and build a sustainable entity in Northern Ireland, which would prove pivotal to the growth and success of CyberSource worldwide.

Engineering Lecturer Wins Research Award

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A University of Ulster lecturer has received a prestigious award for his research on merging academic courses and professional qualifications.

Consilium to Host Customer Conference in Belfast

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Consilium are pleased to announce that the Consilium Customer Conference 2012 will take place in Belfast next week on 6th & 7th November. Delegates from Consilium’s customer sites across the UK, Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland will attend the two day event.

Stormont is pressing for decision on corporation tax: Foster

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Belfast Telegraph has reported that Stormont Executive is to continue pushing Whitehall for a decision on Northern Ireland's rate of corporation tax, Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster said.

Ulster's business leaders urge PM to implement plan

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland business groups have called on Prime Minister David Cameron to implement new proposals aimed at boosting economic growth, reports the Belfast Telegraph today.

Global SmartCamp Inspires Creativity at Magee

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The University of Ulster’s Magee campus joined a number of exclusive locations around the world including Beijing, Singapore and Sydney, to host an IBM SmartCamp recently.

Poots provides commitment of support for R&D in Northern Ireland

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Health Minister Edwin Poots today welcomed commitment of close to GBP5million of assistance being made available to attract innovation and technology aimed at improving patient healthcare in Northern Ireland.

University of Ulster/USA alliance facilitates pioneering medical technologies research and business innovation

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A groundbreaking strategic alliance has been forged between researchers at the University of Ulster and the University of Massachusetts Lowell to bring pioneering medical research technologies faster into the marketplace.

Foster welcomes Bombardier CSeries progress

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has welcomed Bombardier’s announcement that the assembly of the test airframe for Bombardier CSeries aircraft is well under way.

Health Hack NI event in City Hall to see `marathon` software coding challenge

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A major event bringing together clinicians, software developers, students and entrepreneurs is to take place in the City Hall this December aimed at producing high quality software that improves health.

QUB team ‘start the revolution’ by capturing 25k Award

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A revolutionary new class of materials produced by MOF Technologies, a team based at Queen’s University Belfast, has won this year’s NISP CONNECT 25k Award.

Ministers officially open CME Group's technology centre in Belfast

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

First Minister Rt. Hon. Peter D. Robinson MLA and deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness MP MLA have officially opened CME Group's new state-of-the-art offices in Millennium House at Great Victoria Street, Belfast.

CEO-NI Interview: Colin Williams, Sixteen South

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Sixteen South’s Colin Williams: "If it’s only about how rich you can get, then you’ve missed it completely."

Turning business ideas into reality

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has recently announced a new programme of support for those wanting to set up their own business.

Northgate nets deal to supply £1.14m IT system to school

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland firm Northgate has won a £1.14m contract to create a new IT system for an English school, reports the Belfast Telegraph today.

Exporting for Growth: Essential Workshops for exporting companies

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Is your business exporting to overseas markets? Do you need to think more strategically about building your business abroad? Invest NI, PwC, UKTI and Northern Bank invite you to this comprehensive overview of what your company should be considering when building your global business.

Titanic Studios put local film production facilities on global stage

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

First Minister Rt. Hon. Peter D. Robinson MLA and deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness MP, MLA today officially opened two sound stages at the Titanic Studios in Belfast following an £8million investment.

£600K Funding Available For Digital Innovators

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Creative Industries KTN is running a half-day event to support the Technology Strategy Board's funding call - Convergence in a Digital Landscape making £600K available in October2012 for analytical feedback and metrics tools for converged media.

Allstate win Sustrans’ Big Cycle & Walk Challenge

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Allstate NI has won the Sustrans UK wide Big Cycle and Walk Challenge for 2012. Allstate NI clocked up more than 10,000 miles in 2897 journeys to work by foot or bike. The team burnt nearly 600,000 combined calories and saved £2489 in travel costs.

Enterprise Ireland ups drive to get hi-tech start-ups

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

ENTERPRISE Ireland's has ramped up its drive to attract foreign technology start-up companies to these shores and has London-based firms firmly within its sights, reports the Irish Independent.

Kainos creates more jobs

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

IT firm Kainos promised more job creation after winning 40 new clients and 12 new contracts in a successful year's trading, reports the Belfast Telegraph today.

Senior appointments at SQS

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Effective immediately, Diederik Vos has taken over leadership of SQS Software Quality Systems AG. As Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chairman of the Board, he replaces SQS co-founder and former CEO Rudolf van Megen. Vos has been a member of the SQS board since March 2011, in the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO).

The Irish Times InterTradeIreland 2013 Innovation Awards - APPLY NOW!

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Successful innovation is not simply a matter of coming up with great ideas. It is the ability to nurture ideas and make them work that truly distinguishes innovative business success. Show the world how innovative your organisation is by entering the 2013 Irish Times InterTradeIreland Innovation Awards.

CAS NI Forthcoming Events in Belfast - GCSE & A Level Computing & Cambridge Nationals in ICT - October 2012

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

CAS NI is hosting several events in Belfast during October 2012. These events will be of interest to teachers of Computing and/or ICT.

InterTradeIreland appoints new CEO

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Thomas Hunter McGowan has been appointed to succeed Liam Nellis as Chief Executive Officer of InterTradeIreland by the North South Ministerial Council. Reporting to the chairman and Board of InterTradeIreland, Mr Hunter McGowan will lead the executive team and continue to develop the strategy for the body which supports SMEs across the island to identify North/South trade and innovation opportunities.

Hundreds Attend Magee Open Day

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Over 700 visitors attended the University of Ulster’s Magee campus Open Day hosted earlier this month. The event gave prospective students from across Northern Ireland, the border counties and further afield the opportunity to experience the first-class courses and learning facilities on offer at Magee.

Foster secures jobs boost during San Francisco investment mission

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster today announced that Quantus, a market leading software provider, whose event platform enables enterprises to operate and act dynamically plans to create 55 new, high quality jobs in Belfast.

Minister opens Belfast Met’s £18 million ‘e3’ building

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast Met has unveiled an £18 million boost to the North and West Belfast economy in the form of its high-spec, ultra high-tech ‘e3’ economic development building.

SMEs get opportunity to share in £16billion All-Island Public Procurement Market

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

More than 350 small businesses are expected to converge on the Glenavon Hotel in Cookstown on Thursday 27 September for the first InterTradeIreland ‘Meet the Buyer’ event of its kind to be held in Northern Ireland.

Allstate NI is expanding again – lots of new job opportunities in Belfast & L’Derry!

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Allstate NI has currently lots of new job opportunities for highly skilled IT and Engineering Professionals at their Belfast and L’Derry offices.

Majority of Scottish Councils will attend Consilium Event

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast-based Consilium Technologies will host biggest Scottish Mobile Technology event for Local Government, “Mobile Scotland 2012” in Edinburgh. 23 of the 29 councils in mainland Scotland have registered to attend conference.

Foster announces global software company investment

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has announced that global software company WANdisco plc is to set up a software development centre in Belfast, creating 36 high quality jobs.

InterTradeIreland encourages companies to take up innovation challenge

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Companies from across Ireland and Northern Ireland will learn how to transform their approach to innovation with 12 companies who ‘meet the Challenge’ benefitting from up to £20,000 worth of expert coaching and mentoring, thanks to a new programme being launched by InterTradeIreland.

Northgate announces next phase of recruitment

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Northgate Managed Services has been praised by HRH The Duke of York for the success of its Apprenticeship Scheme following a visit to the company’s Newtownabbey-based headquarters.

Why CoderDojo rocks from the kids, parents, mentors and sponsors point of view

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast Met Software Engineering students work placement programme

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Recruitment has begun for the Belfast Met Software Engineering student work placement programme. Forty 2nd year Foundation Degree Software Engineering students require a 10 week to eight month placement in the software industry.

Finalists in UK IT Industry Awards!

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Fluent Technology alongside Surrey County Policy and performance team are delighted to be announced as finalists in the UK IT industry awards 2012. The project team are finalists for the IT project team of the year.

Invest NI/KPMG online survey for Digital Media companies

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Invest NI, working with KPMG, have created an online survey regarding the need for incubator space and accelerator mentorship programmes for Digital Media companies.

Kainos Announced As Finalist in 2012 DM Awards, For Company and Software Product of the Year!

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Thriving technology company Kainos has been shortlisted for the 2012 DM Awards, which will be presented at a prestigious evening ceremony in London on October 25th.

Momentum now hosts a Fusion consultant within its offices

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Are you interested in technology transfer on an All-Island basis? If so, Momentum is pleased to inform you that we now host one of InterTradeIreland's Fusion Consultants in our offices and they can be contacted directly though us!!

Northern Ireland's secret IT bubble

Mon, 03 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Could Northern Ireland be the next technology bubble about to rise upward and command global attention creating jobs and innovation?

Export Skills Workshops – Autumn 2012

Mon, 03 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Invest NI has launched a new series of individual workshops commencing in September and running through until November 2012.

Leaf wins Microsoft Cloud Partner of the Year award

Mon, 03 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

IT Infrastructure company Leaf has been named as Microsoft's Cloud Partner of the Year for Ireland. The award presented at the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference which took place in Toronto, Canada.

Ulster Launches Edutainment Research with 360 Production

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The University of Ulster has teamed up with leading ‘Impossible Pictures’ media production company, 360 Production, the makers of hit series ‘James May’s Things You Need to Know’ and ‘Dig WW2 with Dan Snow’, in a venture that could revolutionise educational television viewing.

Universal Design opportunity

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Explore and test your ideas and solutions on universal design and accessibility directly with the end users. The Cedar Foundation supports local people with a wide range of physical and sensory disabilities, and is keen to engage with a company involved in this type of work.

University of Ulster Open Days Attract Thousands

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

More than 15,000 prospective students are expected to attend University of Ulster Open Days 2012. Taking place over five days and one evening, the events will allow visitors from across Northern Ireland and further afield to experience the first-class courses and learning facilities on offer at the University of Ulster.

£12m boost for science park

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Plans to establish a cross border science park at Fort George have received a major boost with a £12 million funding package from Europe, reports the Derry Journal.

€280,000 cash prize fund for best start-up companies

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Businesses hoping to be in with a chance of winning their share of €280,000 cash in this year’s InterTradeIreland All-Island Seedcorn Business Competition have only got three weeks left to submit their entries.

A new Boost for employment

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Young people living in rural areas who have just received their exam results are about to receive a significant boost to their chances of finding employment thanks to an innovative new project funded by the Northern Ireland European Social Fund Programme 2007-13, the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development and the Department for Employment and Learning.

Belfast based Inlifesize launches Fairy Magic

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Fairy Magic - Ex-Avatar, Harry Potter and Godfather talent combine to bring VFX film quality animation to the App Store.

Ulster Scots history mobile app could boost tourism

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Tourism minister Arlene Foster has said a new Ulster Scots mobile app could help boost tourism from overseas. Partly funded by Momentum and launched in Belfast in May, the Ulster-Scots Visitor Experience tourist app was launched regionally in Fermanagh yesterday.

E-Synergy to run ‘Dragon’s Den’ event to access seed funding for NI’s budding Entrepreneurs

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

E-Synergy Ltd, who manage the £10m NISPO Funds on behalf of Invest Northern Ireland, today announced the launch of this year’s Accelerator Event; a ‘Dragon’s Den’ type event which will give Entrepreneurs the opportunity to apply, and if selected, pitch for seed stage funding.

Cyber Situational Awareness: We want the benefit of hindsight & we want it now!

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The MoD Cyber & Influence research programme (in collaboration with wider government) seeks to enable freedom of manoeuvre across all operating environments by finding ways to defend all of MoD’s digital assets.

Can you help promote computing as a career at the University of Ulster Open Days?

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In just a few weeks time thousands of prospective students will be touring the university prior to selecting courses and making their applications for next year. Momentum and e-skills UK will be promoting IT and computing careers at a ‘Bring IT On’ area on each campus.

ICT apprenticeship programme launched

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

An Information and Communication Technology (ICT) apprenticeship programme has been developed to provide young people with the skills and experience required to take up new opportunities in ICT.

Foster: ICT sector central to attracting investment

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has visited 'Empowering Change in Emerald Valley', a privately funded entrepreneurial incubation centre which provides co-working space for a number of technology and other business start-ups in Newry.

Seed capital available for Irish start-ups

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

There is plenty of early stage funding available for Irish start-ups but securing it isn’t easy, reports the Irish Times.

talkSPORT takes the beautiful game Worldwide

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Owned by UTV Media (GB), talkSPORT is the UK’s leading sports radio brand and the world’s biggest sports radio station. After securing a deal with the Premier League for an exclusive package of international audio broadcasting rights, talkSPORT needed a platform to extend its reach universally online and Tibus were brought on board to help make this happen.

University Undergraduates to Develop Healthcare Apps for Kainos AppCamp®

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Five university undergraduates have been selected to progress to the final stages of Kainos’s annual innovation challenge, AppCamp®.

Tax break for patents a vital step in stimulus

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Des Speed may only be dreaming about profits at the moment. But that is not to say he is not banking on them in the future, reports The Irish Times. Speed after all has in the past had something of a love affair with profits as his previous investors can testify.

High-flying research centres and skilled workforce lure foreign investors

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland continues to perform strongly when it comes to attracting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) reports the Belfast Telegraph. Alastair Hamilton looks at what this means for the economy.

Digital Circle Steering Group welcomes new nominations

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

As we move to the next phase in the development of the Digital Content Sector in Northern Ireland, the Digital Circle Steering Group would like to invite new nominations for the Digital Circle Steering Group under the new membership guidelines established in the Digital Content Strategy version 2 "Moving Forward 2012-2015."

Irish will spend €21bn online by 2017, but most will go to overseas competitors

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Digital Hub predicts that by 2017 Irish people are expected to be spending €21bn online, but, without an effective national digital strategy in place, most of this expenditure will be lost to companies overseas, reports Silicon Republic.

2012 InterTradeIreland All-Island Seedcorn Business Competition

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

There are 40 days left to enter the 2012 All-Island Seedcorn Business Competition, the largest business competition on the island of Ireland.

NISP Connect Springboard Programme Overview

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Springboard programme offers free assistance to life science and high tech companies in all stages of development. This programme assists entrepreneurs in refining and validating the strategic foundations of their business idea or company.

Consilium's Colin Reid speaks to CEO-NI

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

CEO-NI talks to Consilium CEO Colin Reid about dolphins, football and growing a business...

Tibus Hosting solution helps Grinds go Online

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Grinds is a major industry in Ireland and for those of you who have never come across the term before, they are a key component of the educational system in Ireland. Students have grinds to help them prepare for their major exams and often pay €60-€70 to attend a lesson.

Software development and food safety initiatives to boost local economy

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Local skill shortages in both the Food Safety and Software Development sectors were addressed recently by Queens University Belfast, when it announced exciting new plans that will help boost the Northern Ireland economy.

Bridging the gap for graduates

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Employment and Learning Minister, Dr Stephen Farry, has today acknowledged the success of the Department’s Bridge to Employment programme which has seen over 60 non IT graduates recruited to IT positions since January.

Local graduates celebrate success through InterTradeIreland programmes

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

InterTradeIreland announced today that 90 jobs are available this year to graduates from across the island through InterTradeIreland’s FUSION and ACUMEN programmes.

Blue Sky Thinking at University of Ulster’s Magee Campus

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

University of Ulster academics are collaborating with Irish technology company Skypaq to develop an electronic technical log to help airlines improve efficiency and make major savings by reducing repair times.

Tibus helps you to Discover Northern Ireland

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

To set the scene, you’re a tourist who’s arrived at the Visitor Centre after exploring the breath-taking Giant’s Causeway and you want to know, where next? What can I do now, where should I go?

Northern Ireland competing for high value inward investment

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has recently published the key findings from research into how Northern Ireland can attract high value Foreign Direct Investment (FDI).

Minister extends funding for Masters courses

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Employment and Learning Minister, Dr Stephen Farry has announced additional funding for conversion Masters Courses in Software Development and Advanced Food Safety.

Allen & Overy: Your route to success

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Global elite law firm Allen & Overy is introducing a brand new Document Skills Foundation Course, "Your route to success", in collaboration with South Eastern Regional College (SERC) and Grafton Employment Group.

Worldwide IT Spending On Pace to Surpass $3.6 Trillion in 2012

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Worldwide IT spending is on pace to reach $3.6 trillion in 2012, a 3 percent increase from 2011 spending of $3.5 trillion, according to the latest outlook by Gartner, Inc. Gartner's 2012 IT spending outlook has been revised up slightly from the 2.5 percent projection last quarter.

2012 All-Island Seedcorn Business Competition

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

There are 58 days left to enter the 2012 All-Island Seedcorn Business Competition, the largest business competition on the island of Ireland.

Businesses 'yet to grasp' digital trends

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Irish businesses have not fully grasped the implications of the shift to online consumer behaviour, according to a new report issued by the Economist Intelligence Unit, which raises concerns about the level of investment planned for digital development.

Five teams grab share of £125,000 for Wales coast path apps

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

My Tour Talk has been named as one of the five teams of tech experts awarded a share of £125,000 to develop internet apps and sites inspired by the new Wales coast path, reported by Wales Online today.

SERC Technology Camp Success!

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Southern Regional College in conjunction with The Technology Camp, have just completed a tremendous first week of the summer programme, which was an astounding success. The camp catered for students aged 7-17 years old with programmes available in 2D Game Design, 3D Game Design, Web Design and Photography.

Tibus & Simply Zesty develop a digital promotional tool for Britvic

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Ever wished you could quickly find the best pub offers and promotions in town? We have the solution for you.

Security through Obscurity - New Spinout Company gives 21st Century Twist to Ancient Science

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The University of Ulster's newest security spin-out company, HidInImage, has secured significant funding to commercialise its digital watermarking innovations and give a 21st twist to the ancient science of steganography.

New e-skills UK research shows demand for IT staff at a record high

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The latest Technology Insights research report from e-skills UK, which was issued at the end of last week, reveals that IT employment through to 2020 is forecast to grow at almost twice the UK average.

Ministers officially open Parity Group’s new Talent Management and TechLab premises

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

First Minister Rt. Hon. Peter D. Robinson MLA and deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness MP MLA today officially opened Parity Solutions Limited’s new state-of-the-art premises in Titanic Quarter.

Second Software Testers Academy launched

Wed, 04 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Employment and Learning Minister, Dr. Stephen Farry, today launched the second cohort of the Software Testers’ Academy.

Report highlights how Cloud Computing could double number of jobs in NI's software and ICT sector

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A report issued recently by Whisple Cloud Services at the “Is NI speaking Cloud and Clear?” conference stated that growth in the Cloud Computing Services market will present a considerable opportunity to NI PLC.

Let's give our ICT sector the recognition it deserves

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland already has a strong footprint in information and communications technology, with almost 17,000 people employed in the sector. We have a number of excellent indigenous companies and are a significant location for foreign direct investment.

MoMo's New Crop Unearths Local Talent

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On Monday 25th June soon-to-be graduates in Computer Studies were invited to take part in a “No Strings Attached” 3 minute pitch of their most recent mobile work at Mobile Monday, hosted in Belfast’s Farset Labs.

e-skills: Help us get girls into technology

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Last year, e-skills contacted our Momentum members about CC4G, asking for sponsorship for the 86 schools who had registered interest in receiving a free CC4G licence. Out of those 86, 45 schools received a licence.

Corporation tax stalemate 'disappointing' for businesses

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Frustration has been expressed in the business community after talks to determine whether Northern Ireland can set its own rate of corporation tax ended without agreement.

Ulster Bank crisis: ‘When IT goes bad, we see the good it’s done’

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum's Michael Noble speaks to the Belfast Telegraph about the recent Ulster Bank software issues.

Foster welcomes investment by leading US IT firm

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster welcomed today's announcement by US company Olenick & Associates Inc to establish a new IT facility in Belfast creating 55 high value jobs.

Corporation tax cut 'could generate 58,000 top jobs' in Northern Ireland

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A CUT in corporation tax will create 58,000 extra jobs in Northern Ireland by 2030, according to a new report commissioned by the Department for Employment and Learning.

EIF's interactive map offers easy access to finance for SMEs

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The European Investment Fund (EIF) has published a new guide offering small companies a point of access to the funds they need to prop up their business.

Smart phone app helps parents monitor children’s phone use

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

With support from Invest Northern Ireland, a new Newry company has developed and brought to market a smart phone application to help parents monitor their children’s phone use.

Coder Dojo Belfast White Belt Awards

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

For the past six Saturdays, Belfast Metropolitan College has hosted ‘Coder Dojo Belfast’ – an exciting new computer coding class for young people. Over thirty eager programmers, aged 16 and younger, have participated over the weeks and those who have attended five time or more of the sessions (over half of the young people) have recently been awarded their “White Belts”.

Non participation reasons of highly innovative ICT SMEs in respect of FP7

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

IVSZ has successfully applied for an EU funded tender last year that aims to collect the non-participation reasons of highly innovative ICT SMEs in respect of their participation in FP programmes (and similarly to MAPEER SME, they we will have to come up with recommendations that could help the EC to improve the circumstances).

Industry figures recognised in Queen's Honours List

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Queen has recognised leading NI industry figures in her latest Honours List.

All-Girl Club Boost Confidence and IT Skills for Future

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Holy Trinity is one of 40 primary schools across Northern Ireland which are members of CC4G, an after school club that has been specifically designed to encourage young girls to engage in ICT from an early age. In Northern Ireland 795 girls aged between 10 and 14 are currently benefiting from CC4G membership.

Invest NI welcomes ETI R&D report

Fri, 15 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Invest Northern Ireland has welcomed the publication of the Assembly Enterprise, Trade and Investment Committee report into developing the local economy through Innovation, Research and Development.

Consilium Pledge Support to Belfast Telegraph Jobs Initiative

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Consilium Technologies has announced it will create two new apprenticeships in response to the Belfast Telegraph '100 Jobs in 100 Days' campaign.

InterTradeIreland Collaborate to Innovate Conference Highlights

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Delegates attending the InterTradeIreland 'Collaborate to Innovate' conference at the Titanic Belfast Building have been told of the importance of research and innovation in achieving Europe’s 2020 objectives for economic growth and job creation.

Titanic Ideas at TEDxBelfast

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Working together even in small ways can create great things. That was one of the themes that emerged from TEDxBelfast held in Titanic Belfast on 6 June.

Momentum speaks to the Belfast Telegraph on skills growth

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

As the representative body for the ICT industry in Northern Ireland, Momentum is delighted to have contributed to the LucidTalk poll commissioned by the Belfast Telegraph.

Symposium to Showcase Developing Technology and Research for Disabled Artists

Thu, 07 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Some of the world's leading academics will attend a cutting edge symposium at the University of Ulster on how technologies can be used to encourage more disabled artists to create music.

Invest NI 2011/12 End of Year

Thu, 07 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

For the financial year ended 31 March 2012, Invest Northern Ireland delivered a strong performance, including the promotion of 6,485 new jobs and over £450m investment commitments being made by customers.

Foster opens new premises for Fermanagh firm

Thu, 07 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster today officially opened new state of the art premises for Fermanagh company, Webtech (NI) Ltd.

Etain and Swim Ulster Take the Plunge Online

Wed, 30 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Swim Ulster is part of the Swim Ireland family and is recognised by Sport NI as the governing body for aquatic sports in Ulster. Swim Ulster has 3,500 members in 40 clubs involved with swimming, water polo and diving.

O'Dowd: Digital Technologies can enhance Pupils' Learning

Wed, 30 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Education Minister, John O’Dowd, has restated the value that digital technologies can add to pupils’ learning experiences.

Export deal in Mozambique for Mindmill in Carrickfergus

Wed, 30 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Mindmill, the Carrickfergus-based company specialising in recruitment profiling technology, has won business in Mozambique with help from Invest Northern Ireland.

Computer Club for Girls boosts ICT skills for future

Wed, 30 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Department for Employment and Learning Minister, Dr Stephen Farry and Chief Executive for Northgate Managed Services visited Holy Trinity Primary School in North Belfast, to see first hand its Computer Club for Girls (CC4G).

InterTradeIreland Business Monitor shows that businesses continue to feel the strain

Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

According to the results of the latest Business Monitor for Q1 2012 released by InterTradeIreland, 85% of businesses across the island still are not growing.

Tascomi Te-Environment software live in Armagh City and District Council

Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Tascomi are pleased to announce that Armagh City and District Council are the latest and tenth local authority in Northern Ireland to benefit from our highly regarded Environmental Health software system, Te-Environment.

Sophia’s Dave Patterson – Nothing beats selling to customers

Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

CEO-NI interviews Dave Patterson, CEO of Sophia

Read the full interview here>>

ICT recruitment in Northern Ireland set to rise, according to latest e-skills UK ICT Snapshot

Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

e-skills UK, the Sector Skills Council for Business and Information Technology has published the fourth Northern Ireland ICT Snapshot, the definitive source of information about changes in demand for ICT labour and skills in Northern Ireland.

Foster addresses Mobile Financial Services Technology Conference

Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster recently addressed senior technology representatives from some of the world’s leading banks, financial and telecommunications sectors at the Mobey Forum member meeting in Titanic Belfast.

NISP CONNECT supports the Innotribe Startup Challenge

Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

NISP CONNECT has recently partnered with the 2012 Innotribe Startup Challenge, an extraordinary opportunity for FinTech and Financial Service startups and innovators to meet potential investors, customers and partners.

IBM to announce hundreds of new jobs

Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

IBM, which currently employs more than 3,000 in Ireland is expected to announce what's described as "several hundred" new jobs today.

Foster announces new jobs at Kainos

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster today announced a £10million investment by Kainos that will create 60 software engineering jobs in Londonderry.

Minister congratulates Downpatrick STEM student

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Down High School student John Neill demonstrates his award-winning ‘Keycall’ to Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster.

Northern Ireland Survey of Agile Use in the Software Industry

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

University of Ulster are in the process of completing a survey of agile software development practice in Northern Ireland.

European Commission launches on-line platform for "Innovation and Entrepreneurs"

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The European Commission launched an on-line platform to prepare one of its events - the Digital Agenda Assembly which will take place in June.

Game on for Local IT Community

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

BCS Belfast Branch are bringing the Local IT Community together as they hold a 7-a-side football tournament on Saturday 2nd June at the PlayBall Pitches in Stormont Estate.

Belfast firm flies the flag for Engineering and Manufacturing excellence

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Andor Technology plc (Andor), a world leader in scientific imaging and spectroscopy solutions, is celebrating a double success – being finalists for the prestigious MacRobert Award and being included in the Make It In Great Britain Exhibition in London.

Cultural Tourism - Download Apps for that!

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Culture Minister Carál Ní Chuilín endorses mobile apps showcasing Irish and Ulster-Scots culture.

Coder Dojo Youth Coding Club launches at BMC

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday 12th May saw the launch of CoderDojo Belfast at BMC, Titanic Campus and welcomed coverage from BBC NI's What's Next radio show!

Northern Ireland IT firm bucks the trend with 30 new posts at unemployment blackspot

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Hundreds of people have queued in the hope of securing one of 30 jobs in one of Northern Ireland’s most notorious unemployment blackspots reports the Belfast Telegraph.

CME Group creates 90 software developer jobs

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

CME Group, the futures exchanges and online trading platforms owner, has announced plans to open a new technology office in Belfast.

Facebook app store launches amid mobile revenue worries

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Facebook has launched its own app store to promote mobile programs that operate using the social network.

Cultural Apps Launch - GAA / Comhaltas / Ulster Historical Foundation

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In late 2011, Digital Circle and Momentum, working with the Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure, launched a cultural apps competition for the creation of two apps: one for the Ulster Historical Foundation and the second for the GAA and Comhaltas. After months of development, we are holding a reception in The Metropolitan Arts Centre (MAC) to welcome the release of the apps.

Niavac win major contracts with Giants Causeway and The Mac

Thu, 03 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast based, audio visual specialist Niavac has secured a series of high profile contracts in recent months valued over £230,000. The MAC and the Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre are set to be two of the jewels in NI Tourism Crown and Niavac have fought off competition from the UK to deliver a home win for NI economy.

KANA Acquires Cloud Customer Service Company Trinicom

Thu, 03 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

KANA Software, Inc., a global leader of customer service solutions used by more than 600 enterprises including half of the Global 100 and more than 200 government agencies, has announced it has completed its acquisition of privately held Trinicom, a provider of cloud-based web customer service (WCS) and customer interaction software. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

€280,000 Prize Fund Announced for InterTradeIreland Seedcorn Business Competition 2012

Thu, 03 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

InterTradeIreland has launched its annual all-island Seedcorn business competition and is seeking seed and early stage companies based in Northern Ireland to enter. Companies will have the chance to win a share of the €280,000 prize fund on offer and set themselves apart as one of the companies to watch in the future.

120 jobs created in new BT contact centre

Thu, 03 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland has been chosen as the location for a state-of-the-art contact centre, creating around 120 new jobs. Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster and Employment and Learning Minister, Dr Stephen Farry today announced the major investment by BT which is being supported by Invest Northern Ireland through funding of £568,000 under its Jobs Fund.

An Introduction to our Sister Company Simply Zesty by Niall Harbison

Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Since we were acquired by UTV, the one thing people ask me is why I’m not lying on a beach. The answer I always give them is that we have only just started building Simply Zesty into what we want it to be and the last two months have been as exciting as the two and a half years that preceded them.

Allstate NI wins top accolade in Belfast Telegraph Business Awards

Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Allstate NI is celebrating after being named Outstanding Business of the Year at the 2012 Belfast Telegraph Northern Ireland Business Awards.

Foster announces multi-million pound boost for knowledge transfer partnerships

Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster joins Iain Gray, CEO of the Technology Strategy Board (TSB) to announce a multi-million pound funding package for the Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) programme in Northern Ireland.

Ulster Experts to Use Emerging Healthcare Technologies to Help Children with Autism

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

University of Ulster experts are involved in an international research project that aims to use emerging healthcare technologies to provide personalised ‘in-home’ intervention strategies for children with autism spectrum disorder.

Whiskey App Sinks The Competition

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Irish Software Developers’ Network recently hosted the Irish leg of Mashable’s Let’s Talk Tech global event at TCube in Dublin, a brand new venue for software professionals to learn and socialise.

Business and University Partnerships Receive Funding Boost

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A new multi-million pound package of funding for Knowledge Transfer Partnerships between universities and businesses is a significant boost to the Northern Ireland economy, it was claimed today.

Belfast software firm secures export contract worth over £500,000

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast-based Sysco Software Solutions has secured business in the Republic of Ireland worth over £500,000 with support from Invest Northern Ireland.

Equity firm stakes £6m on Seven to be tops in engineering

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A Northern Ireland engineering company has received a £6.6m cash injection from a private equity firm reports the Belfast Telegraph. Seven Technologies employs 42 people including engineers in electronic, software and mechanical design in Lisburn.

Texthelp Systems wins new export business in Brazil

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Texthelp Systems Ltd, the Antrim-based educational software business, has secured its first export sales in Brazil from following up contacts made on a recent Invest Northern Ireland trade mission to this emerging global market.

All-Island Seedcorn Business Competition 2012

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterpreneur? Early-stage, high-growth company? Enter the All-Island Seedcorn Business Competition 2012 for your chance to win a share of €280,000.

Texthelp recognised in Sunday Times PwC Profit Track 100 2012

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Texthelp were delighted for the recent recognition as one of the UK's most profitable businesses, receiving a ranking of 55 in the Sunday Times PwC Profit Track 100 2012.

Halo director elected VP of European engineering body

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) has elected Alan Watts, director of the Northern Ireland business angel network Halo, to serve a three-year term as its vice-president.

Ed Vernon: Strategy’s easy; execution’s the key

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

CEO-NI interviews Ed Vernon, who has been a prominent figure in the IT industry in Ireland for many years. He was CEO of BIC Systems for 20 years and recently has served on the boards of a variety of organizations, including Invest NI.

InterTradeIreland Launches £1m / €1.2m Sales & Marketing Programme for SMEs

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Support options available include assistance towards employing a full time or part time sales person, engaging a graduate for a 12 month sales & Marketing project or funding for a market research project.

Bring IT On Report 2011-2012

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Bring IT On campaign is aimed at encouraging more young people to consider a career in computing by raising awareness of the ICT industry and the careers available within the industry to school pupils, their parents and teachers.

New Flagship Export Programme to Assist Micro Businesses

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

InterTradeIreland has today launched the 2012 phase of its sales development programme, Elevate, which aims to help small businesses develop sales opportunities through first time cross-border exports.

Bangor company creates 14 new jobs on back of web innovations

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Bangor-based company Omnisoft Services Ltd has created 14 new jobs in an expansion driven by the growth of its web design services and the development of a new product for the educational market.

Students Bring Fresh Ideas to Citi

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Citi announces the winning teams of the inaugural upStart programme at an awards ceremony held at the Citi offices in Belfast. The winning teams are Woogie Tap from Queen’s University Belfast and Happy Swap from Trinity College Dublin.

Free Export Marketing & Sales Clinic

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

We are pleased to announce that Geraldine Fusciardi and Norbert Sagnard will be providing a free Export Marketing and Sales clinic to all Momentum members and affiliates on Thursday 19th April and Wednesday 16th May 2012.

Recruiting a Computing Placement Student to work in your Company

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Work-based learning or placement forms an integral part of all the undergraduate degree programmes of study within the Computing Schools of the Faculty of Computing and Engineering at the University of Ulster.

A Grrrrreat & Cúl Promotion!

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

We’ve been working closely with the GAA to make some major changes to the Cul Camps online booking system this year. The Kellogg’s company in Ireland has signed a 3 year sponsorship deal with GAA Cúl Camps and with this change have been opportunities to raise the profile of the website via on-pack promotions.

Fluent Technology Launch FlexiGrant

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Fluent Technology has launched a new website for their innovative grant management product FlexiGrant.

Innotribe Start-up Challenge and Conference launches in Northern Ireland

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Invest Northern Ireland recently hosted a workshop to launch a leading international financial services event for Northern Ireland.

European Call for getting access to the Open Platform

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Cap Digital Paris Region has launched a European call to host and experiment on its testbed very innovative services or apps developed by SMEs from all over Europe (see the poster in attached piece, translated in your own language).

Interested in hosting a CCNA-qualified IT student on an unpaid placement?

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

For the past three years, young IT professionals from the Berlin College of IT have been coming to Belfast to do unpaid work placements at companies including Lagan Technologies (now KANA), Liberty IT, Steria, Queen’s University, and Translink.

InterTradeIreland launches £1m Acumen Business Programme

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

InterTradeIreland today launched the latest phase of Acumen, its flagship sales and marketing programme, announcing £1m in available funds for SMEs across the island to help them grow their business by targeting new cross-border markets.

Momentum's Annual Skills Survey 2012

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Please take some time to fill in the Momentum 2012 Salary Survey. This survey allows us to get a snapshot of the state of the industry in Northern Ireland and enables us to fulfil our role in a more meaningful way.

E-marketing is on its way out. Agree or Disagree? We Disagree

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Us digital folk can write plenty of articles about email marketing, how it benefits your organisation, how it can help build your brand and improve customer relationships etc etc. but it’s the staunch facts you want isn’t it? The proof that it works and is working for companies actually using this as part of their digital marketing strategy?

A region full of opportunity

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Tracy Meharg, Invest NI’s managing director of innovation and capability development, looks at opportunities for businesses in India.

Foster welcomes IDOX acquisition

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has welcomed the acquisition of Londonderry based Opt 2 Vote, one of the UK's leading providers of electoral managed services, by IDOX plc, a leading independent supplier of software and services.

Re-launched u.tv website hosting delivered by Tibus

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The brand new u.tv website was launched in February, supported by Tibus. As well as offering a new look and cutting-edge navigation, the u.tv site offers easier to access to unique content from the utv news room, sports desk and archives.

Kainos Paves Technology Career Path for Local Pupils

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Over 150 pupils from schools throughout Country Tyrone were introduced to the exciting career prospects on offer in the technology sector at a special presentation by leading technology company, Kainos, hosted recently by Fivemiletown College.

NISP CONNECT: Springboard Programme Overview

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Springboard programme offers free assistance to life science and high tech companies in all stages of development.

Invest NI welcomes 'Invest NI – A Performance Review' report by the Comptroller and Auditor General for Northern Ireland

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Invest Northern Ireland has welcomed today’s publication of the Northern Ireland Audit Office Report into the performance of the organisation and the recognition of the strong performance improvements which have been delivered over the past three years.

Allstate NI offers 30 graduates the opportunity to kick start their career in IT

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Allstate Northern Ireland is offering 30 graduates with non-IT degrees the opportunity to kick start their career in the IT industry. The company is running another Bridge to Employment programme in conjunction with the Department of Employment and Learning.

Foster announces investment by US financial services company

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster today announced that Cowen International Ltd is to set up a technology research and development centre in Belfast, potentially creating up to 50 high value jobs.

BringITon at Belfast's Titanic Quarter

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Last Friday saw the Bring IT On road show arrive at the Belfast Metropolitan College, Titanic Quarter, Belfast for the third of four planned regional events taking place this year.

Virtual Schooling is the Future for NI Education says Ulster Researcher

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A ‘virtual’ school providing online courses for 16 – 18 year olds is the way ahead for Northern Ireland’s education system, according to new research from the University of Ulster.

Kainos Wins Contract with South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust to Transform Acute & Community Health Services

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Kainos Evolve to empower bedside clinicians in hospital & community nurses and therapists out in the community with up-to-date electronic patient records they can update at the point of care.

UK is the ‘most internet-based major economy’

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The internet contributes to 8.3% of the UK economy, a bigger share than for any of the other G20 major countries, a new study suggests.

AirPOS Partners with Casio to launch World's First Android ePOS Device

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The ePOS industry is long overdue due a shake up. With retail in steep decline across many sectors, retailers and technology providers alike have little choice but to innovate their way out of the mire.

Expert says downturn 'a welcome mat for entrepreneurs'

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The recession should not present a barrier to entrepreneurs, according to the head of a top US university. Dr Stephen Spinelli, president of the University of Philadelphia, was on a three-day visit to Belfast this week addressing business students at the University of Ulster as well as a delegation at the Work West Enterprise Agency in west Belfast.

Foster welcomes £16million fund to help SMEs create jobs

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster recently welcomed the appointment of the manager for a new £16million fund to help SMEs grow and create jobs.

Leading global financial institution selects Kofax solution

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Kofax plc, a leading provider of capture enabled business process management (BPM) solutions, recently announced that a leading global financial institution has selected Kofax TotalAgility for its BPM and dynamic case management needs. The value of the contract to Kofax exceeds $650,000.

£6m science park development set to create 500 new jobs

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has visited the site of a £6m development at the Northern Ireland Science Park (NISP). Final preparations are being made to Concourse II, a facility which is set to create 500 new jobs when it opens in August.

Aepona Announced as one of Ireland’s 20 Best Managed Companies

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Aepona has been named as one of Ireland’s ‘Best Managed’ companies in the Deloitte Best Managed Companies Awards Programme. In total, twenty companies which demonstrated superior business performance were recognised at a gala awards dinner in the Burlington Hotel in Dublin on 2 March 2012.

Allstate’s Belfast Office raises £38,520 for the MRI Scanner Appeal and Cancer Research UK

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Employees from Allstate’s Belfast Office were delighted to present 2 cheques for £19,260 to the MRI Scanner Appeal and to Cancer Research UK, their designated charities in 2011.

£170m cloud computing deal for Northern Ireland schools

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Classroom 2000, Northern Ireland's IT procurement body for education, has awarded a £170m contract to Northgate Managed Services for the provision of cloud services.

Revolting customers are not the future

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Companies obsessing about how to engage customers through digital and social media are at risk of missing the really big opportunities in their respective markets, that was the message from University of Ulster marketing expert Professor Mark Durkin at a special lecture today.

Invest NI encourages e-business and selling online

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Around 250 local companies attended Invest Northern Ireland’s Online Marketing Conference in March 2009 to hear how George Wright of US company Blendtec achieved a 700% increase in blender sales by using the latest online sales and marketing techniques.

ICT Ambassadors and Students help 'Bring IT On'

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Industry ambassadors from local ICT companies are once again supporting the ‘BringITon’ campaign by participating at Bring IT On Regional events for 14 to 16 year old pupils.

Up to £7000 of Management and Sales Training for free

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland businesses (including Invest NI client companies) can avail of up to £7000 worth of management and sales training on the Beckinridge courses below:

Awards ceremony for innovative Software Testers’ Academy

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Employment and Learning Minister, Dr Stephen Farry, and Enterprise, Trade and Investment Minister, Arlene Foster today jointly hosted an awards ceremony for graduates from the Software Testers’ Academy.

Welcome Simply Zesty!

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A warm welcome from all at Tibus to our new colleagues at Dublin social media agency Simply Zesty. Now a sister company to Tibus, the agency has just been purchased by UTV Media plc, adding another great dimension to UTV’s New Media business.

BringITon 2012 - Students encouraged to study IT for rewarding career

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum, in conjuntion with e-skills UK, the Sector Skills Council for Business and Information Technology, InvestNI and the Department for Employment and Learning, have launched another very successful BringITon campaign for the 4th consecutive year.

BSkyB launches personalised self-service to customers using SpeechStorm applications

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

SpeechStorm®, a leader in software for automating customer service over the phone, is pleased to announce that British Sky Broadcasting Group plc (BSkyB) has deployed its advanced customer care applications to deliver highly personalised self-service to its 10.5 million Sky customers.

CMI’s Ken Roulston: If you’re not enjoying it, stop doing it!

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

CEO-NI interviews CMI’s Ken Roulston

Local IT Companies Launch Cloud Application Platform

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland’s first Cloud Services broker, Whisple Cloud Services which is made up of a consortium of leading technology companies from across the province today announced the launch of the Whisple Cloud Application Platform at an exclusive launch event held in conjunction with Anaeko and VMware at the Northern Ireland Science Park.

Tibus announces major infrastructure investments for 2012

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

TibusHost is pleased to announce details of its infrastructure investment program for 2012. Building on its three hosting facilities in Ireland (Dublin x 2 and Belfast x 1), the company is investing £0.5m in security improvements and capacity increases.

Students encouraged to consider a career in ICT on National ICT Day

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Employment and Learning Minister, Dr Stephen Farry today encouraged young people across Northern Ireland to consider a career in Information Communication Technology (ICT) to mark National ICT day.

Foster announces major export deal for CEM systems in Mongolia

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has announced export business to Mongolia worth £500,000 for Belfast-based CEM Systems. The company, part of Tyco Security Products, is to supply its market leading access control system to secure the Oyu Tolgoi Copper and Gold mine in Mongolia’s remote South Gobi region.

Super-Speed Business Park is first of its kind in Europe

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A privately-owned business park in Belfast can boast a European first – offering tenants access to a state-of-the-art 10G internet connection that allows them to do business much faster than before.

90 new jobs on offer through InterTradeIreland's 'Foot In The Door' website

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

InterTradeIreland launches a new web portal and Facebook to offer real job opportunities to graduates throughout 2012. InterTradeIreland today (23 February) launched a new website, www.footinthedoor.info, specifically designed to help graduates from across the island secure high calibre jobs.

No fears of cross-border brain drain as PayPal heads south

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Belfast Telegraph has reported that IT and recruitment experts in Northern Ireland have said they see no threat from the opening of a mammoth new operations centre by an online payments company just over the border.

Tech firms hiring non-EU workers to fill skills gap

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

EU workers on more than 1,000 occasions last year to help plug a job gap in the industry, which is estimated to have between 2,500 and 3,000 unfilled positions.

Consilium launches TotalMobile™ 5

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In response to the growing consumerisation of the enterprise and in particular the trend towards Bring your own Device (BYOD), Consilium released TotalMobile™ 5, the only Enterprise Mobility Solution to support all major platforms and deliver a truly consumer grade native experience on all devices.

Allstate NI investing in employees’ health & wellbeing

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Allstate Northern Ireland is celebrating again after receiving the Investors in People Health & Wellbeing Award recently, this in addition to the Investors in People Gold Status that the company had previously received in 2009.

Tibus launch two new websites

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Tbus have launched not one but two of our own websites this week – www.tibushost.com and www.tibusconnect.com. These two sites replaces the previous ‘networks services’ sections within the general www.tibus.com website.

Lisburn telecoms solutions firm invests in next generation technology

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Arcatech Limited in Lisburn is investing over £450,000 with support from Invest Northern Ireland to design and develop an innovative new product for the global telecoms market.

Tascomi Launches innovative New cost saving Software in Craigavon

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Hillsborough-based software provider, Tascomi has today launched an innovative new system with Craigavon Borough Council designed to deliver web-based stock requisition and ordering linked to the Council's finance system.

Northgate secures £1.3m education contract

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Newtownabbey based Northgate Managed Services (Northgate), which was recently named the UK’s IT Supplier of the Year at the British Computer Society (BCS) & Computer UK Industry Awards 2011, has further cemented its reputation as a leading provider of education based ICT solutions with the award of the £1.3m managed service contract for The Hastings Academy, East Sussex.

Great news for local business

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Hot off the press – the Minister for Employment and Learning, Dr Stephen Farry has just launched the 2012 INTRO Graduate Management Development programme in Belfast.

Boosting Irish tech talent is necessary for the IT industry’s growth

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

One of the biggest challenges in maintaining the Irish IT industry's growth is to make sure that we have the talent to support it. The top 10 multinational technology companies have operations in Ireland and the indigenous software sector's exports are worth more than €1bn per year. In 2011, 4,000 jobs were announced in the sector and more than 300 jobs were announced since the start of 2012.

Business chiefs keep up pressure on Wilson over corporation tax cut

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Cutting corporation tax in Northern Ireland must remain a priority issue for the Assembly, according to an influential business organisation. The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) spoke out after Finance Minister Sammy Wilson said that the devolution of fiscal powers to the region would "not be beneficial".

Top technology firms seek to fill 2,500 vacancies at Dublin Career Zoo

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Underlying the skills shortage in the technology industry, the bulk of the 2,500 vacancies on offer at this weekend’s Career Zoo event are either from companies in the sector or from firms looking to recruit programmers and other tech specialists.

New Intellect report: Weak productivity is the silent killer of recovery

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

'The bootstrap recovery' report was launched at the Intellect Annual Regent Conference on 09 February 2012.

Northern Ireland urged to follow Singapore business model

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The economy needs low taxes, a focus on exporting and a confidence boost if it is to flourish, Institute of Directors chairman Mervyn McCall has said.

Texthelp get double short-listing in Education Awards

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Texthelp Systems have been short-listed in the Education Resources Awards 2012 (ERAs) for both of their educational products, Read&Write GOLD and Fluency Tutor.

Ireland and Ulster Rugby Union Players Visit Andor Technology

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Andor Technology has teamed up with the Irish Rugby Union Players Association (IRUPA) and the Grafton Employment Group to mentor Ulster and Ireland Rugby players, Andrew Trimble and Chris Henry, who are taking part in the ‘Ulster Rugby Mean Business’ mentoring programme.

CMASS switches to Mallusk

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Local company CMASS Ltd has now well and truly settled in to its new premises in Mallusk.

Doing Business with Big Science Roadshow - Opportunities for UK Engineering Companies

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Registrations are now open for the Spring 2012 “Doing Business with Big Science Roadshow” organised by STFC and the Electronics, Sensors, Photonics KTN.

Need Help with Google Analytics? Talk to Tibus!

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Amy Adair, Tibus’s Marketing Executive, recently qualified in the Google Analytics Individual Qualification, shares her enthusiasm for the platform, having just completed her tests.

Foster announces new deal in the Netherlands for TotalMobile

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has announced that TotalMobile in Antrim has won new export business in the Netherlands.

Local IT specialist targets cloud services market with support from Invest NI

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast-based ICT solutions provider, Novosco Ltd has launched its latest range of cloud-based services and solutions to the UK market, with support from Invest Northern Ireland.

£70m Business Angel Funds available to businesses in 2012

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Business Angel Funds of up to £70m/€85m are currently available to start-up companies across the island, Margaret Hearty, Director of Business Services and Programmes, InterTradeIreland, has estimated.

Interested in developing YOUR Creative Thinking and bringing Innovation to YOUR Business?

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

FRESH will develop innovators by encouraging entrepreneurial behaviours. You will be equipped with the tools to think for yourself and awaken your ability to design and generate creative business ideas.

CEO-NI interviews Maureen Murphy, Chief Executive of Aurion Learning

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Read the full interview here

Discoverireland.ie wins Global Site of the Year 2011

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Tibus has been awarded the accolade of Global Site of the Year 2011 for their discoverireland.ie site. Tibus is delighted that Discoverireland.ie has been recognised as Global Winner of Kentico Site of the Year 2011” says Rick McKee, MD Tibus.

NISPO Funds - Investment Readiness Programme

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A 3-day interactive workshop to help entrepreneurs learn more about the investment process, covering topics such as Finance and Valuations, Legals, Pitch Preparation and more ... This event is completely free and up to three people from each company can attend.

High Tech Growth through Connected Health

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

There is a global opportunity to accelerate high tech economic growth for Northern Ireland companies by addressing tomorrows Health and Social Care needs. These needs are evident in shifts in health care demand, changes in disease prevalence and an ageing population.

Foster encourages innovative thinking from business

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Innovation is the key to creating a thriving business and a successful economy. That was the message from Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster when she attended an Innovation Seminar at the Old Courthouse in Antrim’s Market Square.

BringITon Campaign 2012

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The BringITon Campaign is aimed at encouraging more young people to consider a career in computing and Momentum is involved in delivering a programme of events to secondary school pupils in Northern Ireland to help to generate a positive attitude to the ICT industry in general and to ICT companies in Northern Ireland in particular.

Tibus: Resolve to Do Digital Better in 2012

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

It’s the third week into the New Year already, so how are we all doing with our New Year’s resolutions? Finding it hard to keep those hands off that chocolate cake? (I know I am) Well here’s one resolution we feel will be easier to keep and will benefit your business in 2012- do digital better.

Carson McDowell: Raising Equity Capital - A guide to the process

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

At a time when bank funding (also known as debt financing) is difficult to secure, particularly for early stage companies, raising funds from private equity or venture capital is an alternative option.

Boosting Irish entrepreneurs

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Irish Times as reported that InterTradeIlreland's Seedcorn Competition has grown to become the island’s biggest business awards scheme for early-stage and high-growth companies in any sector, from any part of the island.

Kainos Announces Winner of 2011 App Camp

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A student from the University of Ulster’s Magee campus has won the coveted ‘2011 Awesome App’ award after the application (app) he developed while on the inaugural Kainos App Camp was downloaded over 10,500 times!

New episodes of The Tech Show available now

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Download the latest tech podcasts from hosted by Chris Taylor and Matt Johnston.

Invest NI - Development of an Inward Investment Software Application

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Invest Northern Ireland (Invest NI) is the agency responsible for economic development in Northern Ireland. Operating at arm’s length from government, Invest NI is a public body that provides a flexible, efficient and comprehensive service to businesses.

Technology Strategy Board announces Connected Digital Economy Catapult; get involved!

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Yesterday the Technology Strategy announced that it will establish a new Catapult for the digital economy. The new Catapult is a technology and innovation centre which will accelerate innovation and stimulate growth in this important area of the economy.

Visit by the Lord Mayor of City of London to Invest NI headquarters

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Lord Mayor of the City of London, Alderman David Wootton (pictured right) met Alastair Hamilton, CEO Invest Northern Ireland during a visit to Belfast as part of his programme of regional visits.

Firm expects growth with IT deal

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast Telegraph has reported that Monaghan Mushrooms has signed a two-year deal with a Belfast firm to provide off-shore software development support.

Invest NI Innovation Vouchers Programme

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The February 2012 call is open to all small enterprises, including Limited companies, sole traders, partnerships, etc. Please see 'Am I Eligible?' section for further information.

Which video has the X the TXT factor?

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Back in September 2011 Allstate Northern Ireland ran a competition for students to come up with an idea for a 30 second video clip for YouTube to promote their safe driving message of X the TXT – Don’t Text & Drive.

Belfast company targets £1 million export sales with Invest NI support

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

With support from Invest Northern Ireland, Belfast company Bohill Consulting is planning to increase its sales in Great Britain and the Republic of Ireland to over £1 million over the next two years.

Deloitte releases 2012 TMT Predictions report

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

This annual publication presents Deloitte's view of the major trends over the next 12-18 months that are likely to have significant impacts for companies primarily in TMT but also across other industries. Now in its 11th year, the TMT Predictions report is our most anticipated publication.

Digital infrastructure - developing the digital media industry in NI by Andrew Maybin, Tibus

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

If I’m an animation company, wisdom suggests that I can locate my business anywhere. I don’t need access to heavy power. I don’t need my own motorway junction or acres of cheap land for a warehouse.

Tascomi 2011 Software Sales Success

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Tascomi, Hillsborough-based software provider, recorded another successful year with 20 new systems installed in Northern Ireland in 2011. These included 7 Dog Licensing systems alone, as well as systems for Environmental Health, Building Control, customer care and leisure services in Councils.

Unique Ulster Memorial Project Shines New Light on 'the Troubles'

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A team of researchers at the University of Ulster’s Magee campus has created a unique online resource that sheds new light on the Northern Ireland ‘Troubles’.

NI Businesses to join the Creative Revolution

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Arts Council is encouraging local businesses to tap into the global economic shift towards the creative industries, with funds to help local business transform their creative ideas into a commercial success.

Sign up for InterTradeIreland's weekly ezine

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

InterTradeIreland is the only organisation which supports SMEs across the island to develop North/South trade and business development opportunities for the mutual benefit of both economies.

SaaS case study report to launch in mid-February

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In October 2009, Intellect's Software as a Service (SaaS) Group published its report into The Business Case For Software As A Service. The report offers a practical guide for senior decision makers on whether a SaaS solution is right for them.

Tibus announced a Finalist in Kentico Site of the Year Awards 2011

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Hot off the press! It has just been announced that we are one of three finalists shortlisted to win Best Travel Site for the development of discoverireland.ie, in the Kentico Site of the Year Awards.

Placement Employer of the Year Awards Launched

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The University of Ulster has launched its annual search for the Placement Employer of the Year. The competition recognises the contribution that employers have made to Ulster student development through work experience.

The Tech Show - Episode 1

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Hear the first in the series of weekly tech podcasts hosted by Chris Taylor and Matt Johnston.

Bash! IT event attracts unprecedented demand

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Bash!, a new developer event in Belfast has attracted unprecedented demand for it's inaugural talk on Jan 19th.

Legislative proposals for the Revised Procurement Directives

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

You may be aware that the European Commission is undertaking a comprehensive evaluation of the EU public procurement legislation with the aim of developing flexible and user friendly tools that make transparent and competitive contract awards as easy as possible for European public authorities and their suppliers. A consultation took place earlier in the year on the proposals.

Northgate Named As Preferred Supplier For The Education Network NI Contract

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Newtownabbey based Northgate Managed Services (Northgate) has further cemented its reputation as one of the UK’s leading providers of ICT services by being named as Classroom 2000’s (C2k) preferred supplier for the new ‘Education Network Northern Ireland’ (ENNI) contract. The news was announced today at BETT 2012, Europe’s largest education ICT event in London.

Kainos’ Legal Eagles Land Major Award

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

An all-female legal team from Belfast-based technology company Kainos, has been recognised for its expertise in contract negotiation and intellectual property protection after winning the In-House Legal Team of the Year Award at the 2011 Solicitor Recognition Awards.

NASA Celebrates University of Ulster’s Innovative Research

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Space could be the new frontier for Northern Ireland technology and University of Ulster scientists, in collaboration with key researchers at US space agency NASA, are leading the way.

Regulations are changing – BIS have got all the latest information and advice you’ll need

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Important and significant changes are planned which will impact upon your environmental responsibilities. Find out about new environmental regulations and what they will mean to your business in 2012.

UKTI Spring Trade Mission to Egypt 11-15 March 2012

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Strategically located in the centre of the Middle East and Africa, Egypt is the natural regional trade hub, with commercial ports on the Mediterranean and Red Seas. ICT is a major pillar of the Egyptian economy; its growth rate amounting to 13% over the last three years, and expected to continue growing in double-digits despite the uncertainty following the revolution.

Huge rise in app downloads since Christmas

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

More than 1.2 billion apps were downloaded for iOS and Android devices alone between Christmas Day and New Year's Day, according to a report in the Guardian.

Work to start on €14m science park next year

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

According to the Derry Journal, Work on Derry’s multi-million pounds science park at Fort George is set to begin next year and will be completed by Summer 2013, junior minister Martina Anderson has said.

Asidua Offers Exceptional Opportunities for Graduates

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

University of Ulster students, Paul Teague from Belfast and Penny Loan from Ballymoney were among the prizewinners at the School of Computing & Information Engineering’s annual prizegiving at the Coleraine campus.

Opportunities available in Software Testing & Development

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Department of Employment and Learning are offering Bridge To Employment Opportunities in Software Developing and Testing in Belfast and Londonderry.

Taking Accessibility Mainstream Event

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

What do Privacy & Security have to do with Accessibility? How do we make Accessibility mainstream?

InterTradeIreland's Annual Venture Capital Conference

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

2012 Conference Now Open for Bookings - Early Bird Discount Available.
InterTradeIreland's annual Venture Capital Conference brings together in one room for one day the island's new and growing companies seeking investment, along with the funding organisations and individuals on the island with money to invest.

Tascomi Scoop Dog Licensing in Councils

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Tascomi, the Hillsborough-based software provider, has supplied their Dog Licensing system to five Councils in Northern Ireland in the last few months. Now 16 councils out of 26 are successfully operating the system.

Pinnacle team scoop Sage Circle of Excellence Award 2011

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Sage UK Ltd, the leading business software and services provider, named its business partner Belfast-based Pinnacle as one of its winners of the coveted Sage Circle of Excellence Award 2011, which was hosted at Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire on the 6th December.

Noel Brady: Respecting your customer is at the heart of doing business

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

CEO-NI interviews Noel Brady, Managing Director of Consult NB1

Tibus backstage at the MTV EMAs

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Andrew Maybin from Tibus talks about his experience at the MTV Awards in Belfast.

"Now I can’t say I’ve ever knowingly wondered what a “Talent Logistics Manager” did. In fact I didn’t know there was such a person. I do now."

STEM survey calls for industry views

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Report of the STEM Review, published in September 2009, set out the vision for STEM: ‘Empowering future generations through science, technology, engineering and mathematics to grow a dynamic and innovative economy.’

Whisple launches global potential for local IT industry

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A consortium of leading technology companies from across the province have joined forces and announced the formation and launch of Northern Ireland’s first Cloud Services broker.Whisple Cloud Services has been formed to help local businesses realise the global potential and benefits Cloud Computing offers.

Liberty IT Announces 2012 Recipients of Prestigious Bursary

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Liberty Information Technology Ltd recently announced the recipients of their 2012 Undergraduate Scholarship for Computer Science in Northern Ireland.

IT salaries and incentives improving in NI says survey

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Rewards and incentives for Information Technology professionals showed improvement in 2011 as employers sought to retain top talent, a survey revealed today.

Lights, Camera, Connection!

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Movie House cinemas is one of the most recognisable entertainment brands in the Province. With 5 locations across the region, the business continues to go from strength to strength.

Invest NI takes forward Software Testers Initiative

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Representatives from Queen’s University, the University of Ulster and the software sector were brought together recently in Invest Northern Ireland’s headquarters to take forward an important graduate skills initiative for the IT industry in Northern Ireland.

Entrepreneurship is key for fast track economic growth

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Nic Stirk, co-founder and CEO of Belfast-based mobile solutions firm, SLA Mobile, explains what NI needs to do to fast track economic growth reports the Belfast Telegraph.

NI Minister meets students at Software Tester Academy

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

NI Employment and Learning Minister, Dr Stephen Farry today learnt how students were progressing from the first cohort of the innovative Software Testers Academy.

Kofax Acquires Singularity

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Kofax plc (LSE: KFX), a leading provider of capture driven business process automation solutions, today announced that it has acquired Singularity Limited, a leading provider of business process management (BPM) software and case management solutions.

IT Takes Centre Stage in New Lyric Theatre

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast’s leading IT Company, CMI helped bring the world renowned Lyric Theatre back to life as part of a multi-million pound project which saw the newly refurbished and extended venue open its doors to the public earlier this year.

Taking Accessibility Mainstream Forum - San Deigo

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Accessibility Interoperability Alliance (AIA) - the technical & engineering division of the Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA )are hosting an accessibility forum intended to bring focus to the needs of the development community in achieving accessible technology.

Last call to register for Momentum AGM

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum is delighted to invite you to our 20th Annual General Meeting at Malone House on Friday 9th December. All members are welcome to attend.

Read the latest developments from Enterprise Europe

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

http://www.enterpriseeuropeni.com/inx/myeen/email/viewer.asp?t=2&s=1191&z=20111202

Ignition Team & Microsoft Ireland deliver successful CRM event to a Public Sector audience

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Ignition Team in association with Microsoft Ireland held a very successful event on 29th November 2011 in the Merchant Hotel, Belfast. The event entitled “Powering Productivity in the Public Sector with Microsoft Dynamics CRM, targeted to public sector employees, highlighted how efficiency gains can be achieved in the public sector while at same time providing citizens with more streamlined services and increasing citizen satisfaction levels.

Kainos Wins Contract with Bradford Teaching Hospitals

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

In yet another major win for its healthcare business, Belfast-based technology solutions company Kainos has announced that Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has committed to a transformational clinical information management project based around its next-generation electronic medical record (EMR) solution, Evolve® 3.

Final call for Parity Elevate Programme

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

This is the LAST CALL for anyone wishing to book a place on Parity's December 2011 – February 2012 ELEVATE programme which kicks off next Thursday December 8th.

Tibus provides fast paced connection for a high speed event

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Fans of motocross flocked to The Odyssey, in Belfast last Saturday, as it was playing host to The Future West Supercross Championship for the second year in a row.

IT skills shortage in Northern Ireland is still worst in the UK

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Computing.co.uk has reported that there is still a more profound IT skills shortage in Northern Ireland than anywhere else in the UK, according to the IT skills body e-skills UK.

Northgate Managed Services wins '2011 IT Supplier of the Year' Award

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Northgate Managed Services has been nationally recognised as the IT Supplier of the Year at the British Computer Society (BCS)& Computing UK Industry Awards 2011.

FP7 Project seeks European Partners

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

European partners sought for FP7 funded project to develop an intelligent security system based on the storage of logs, that offers a registration service and event management to guarantee chain of custody of digital evidence.

Businesses urged to harness technology for growth

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister, Arlene Foster today called for businesses across Northern Ireland to engage more and utilise vital technology that could secure future economic growth.

TotalMobile Receive UK IT Mobile Innovation Commendation

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

TotalMobile, have been highly commended for 2011 Mobile IT Innovation of the Year at the UK IT Awards last week. The Charted Institute of IT, BCS held the ceremony at Battersea Park Events Arena; TotalMobile representatives including CEO Colin Reid attended to accept the Medal.

e-skills seek your views on employer supported degree programmes

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

e-skills UK, the Sector Skills Council for Business and Information technology for are currently seeking your views on employer supported degree programmes for Northern Ireland.

Ulster Bank Business Achievers Awards

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Invest Northern Ireland has once again partnered with Ulster Bank for their Business Achievers Awards. The awards are currently in their 18th year and last year alone over 400 businesses entered across the island of Ireland.

Ignition Team delivers a new web based software product, VetIMPRESS

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

In early 2011 Farmvet Systems Ltd engaged with Ignition Team to develop a new web based software product, VetIMPRESS. The aim of the product is to equip large animal vets with the information needed to offer better services to their clients.

Northgate joins DELL’s Premier Partner elite group of ICT Partners

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Newtownabbey based Northgate Managed Services (Northgate) has reinforced its reputation as one of the UK’s leading providers of ICT services and solutions having been selected by Global IT Giant DELL, as its first and only ‘Premier Partner’ for Northern Ireland, and one of 17 across UK and Ireland.

Allstate NI offers new Belfast training courses

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Do you want to learn .net or Android programming? Do you want to qualify as a 6 sigma green belt? Allstate NI, Northern Ireland's largest IT employer, is presenting a unique learning opportunity for you. And, we are doing it all in a good cause.

Consilium Technologies opens new corporate headquarters in Belfast following recent US expansion

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

One of Northern Ireland’s leading tech companies, Consilium Technologies, has this morning announced the opening of their new corporate headquarters in Belfast. The company recently announced a major expansion at their North American facility in Boston and this move will allow the firm scale their UK operations alongside their US facility.

InterTradeIreland Innovation Awards 2012 Call For Entries

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

With only 4 weeks to go until the closing date for applications we have put together some ‘top tips’ from our expert judges!

ITLG announces internship programme during Belfast visit

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Irish Technology Leadership Group (ITLG) has announced a new internship programme for aspiring digital media developers, gaming coders and digital animators in Northern Ireland.

The University of Ulster is opening up its R&D ideas bank to local businesses – for just £1

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

That small sum will give firms time-limited open access to the wealth of R&D work carried out in the university, so they can see if there are already innovation opportunities and ideas that could help them grow.

Department of Health defends outsourcing of £17m IT contract

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Belfast Telegraph has reported that the Department of Health has defended its decision to award a £17m contract for the outsourcing of IT to an English company.

KPMG release new ICT publications and guides

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

KPMG's Information, Communications & Entertainment (ICE) practice is pleased to present the following publications:

50,000 extra jobs if NI is transformed into the UK’s Leading Knowledge Economy

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

NISP CONNECT & Northern Bank Launch ‘Northern Ireland Knowledge Economy Index – Baseline Report’ and Issue a Call to Action to Fast-track the Knowledge Economy.

NISPO Accelerator – Applications now open!

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

E-Synergy is excited to announce the launch of the NISPO Accelerator. Entrepreneurs from across Northern Ireland will have the opportunity to apply to pitch for seed stage funding (circa £50K).

Northgate sponsors 40 CC4G clubs but many more schools need your support

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Schools across Northern Ireland are looking for sponsorship for e-skills UK’s Computer Clubs for Girls (CC4G). CC4G’s after-school clubs inspire girls aged 10-14 to consider IT-related futures by bringing technology to life through projects based on music, fashion and celebrity. Incorporating leading edge online resources, the latest version has been developed by Aardman (of Wallace & Gromit fame).

MTV selects Tibus as its Internet Connectivity Supplier for the EMA’s in Belfast

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Tibus has been selected to provide a Managed Internet Service for the EMA’s in Belfast this November. The Internet connection will enable MTV, performers and the press, to stream live content around the world on the night - providing its millions of viewers with real time content online.

SAVE THE DATE - Signature Brokerage Event, Paris

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

This brokerage workshop is open to large and small firms as well as to academic laboratories active in the field of cybersecurity and security of critical infrastructures.

Invest NI announce Focus on Finance seminars

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Times are tough and one of the biggest challenges facing local businesses is how to manage their finances and cashflow. As part of their Boosting Business Initiative, Invest NI are holding a series of Focus on Finance seminars across NI aimed at helping your business defy the economic downturn.

Parity launches Turning Point Programme

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Do you want to meet your targets for 2011? Would you like to enter the New Year with more effective Sales Processes to ensure you deliver the results you need?.....

Allstate whets App-etite with Smartphone Training

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Do you want to be innovative and develop apps for Android tablets and phones? Do you want to enhance your programming skills within the .Net environment? Or how about being a Green Belt in Lean Six Sigma? The ‘Good Hands Academy’ may have the answers.

SQS announce additional Belfast training courses

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SQS have announced details of several new Belfast training courses for 2011 in response to local demand. Special offers are available for early bookings.

CMASS launches Duplitech brand

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum member CMASS Ltd is pleased to announce the launch of Duplitech^TM, its dedicated new multimedia duplication brand, providing a high quality local service to NI companies and organisations.

X the TXT – Don’t TXT & Drive Competition Launched by Cool FM DJs

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Cool FM has teamed up with Allstate Northern Ireland to promote X the TXT, the campaign that encourages young people not to take risks by texting from behind the wheel. We’re looking for teams of friends or classmates aged 16-22 with some real creative minds to put together a 30 second clip that promotes the X the TXT - Don’t Text & Drive message. The winning team will receive £1,000 for their school or college.

Ignition Team supports Agile UK Awards

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Ignition Team is delighted to have sponsored "The Agile Consultancy of the Year" in the 2011 UK Agile Awards. The awards dinner and presentation took place on Wednesday 5th October in The Cumberland Hotel, London. The objective of the awards was to recognise the people, projects and products that have contributed to the success of agile in the UK.

Learning Pool is Northern Ireland’s fastest growing technology company

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Learning Pool recently announced that it has become Northern Ireland’s fastest growing technology company according to the prestigious Deloitte Technology Fast 50. Based in Derry, Northern Ireland, the online learning company was the Rising Star in this competition in both 2009 and 2010. This year, Learning Pool achieved the double honour of being 26th on the overall UK list as well as the Northern Ireland winner.

Hollywood Comes to Belfast - 50% discount for Momentum members

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

From November 4th to 6th, ITLG are leading a delegation of senior executives from the Entertainment & Technology industries spanning Hollywood and Silicon Valley to visit Belfast.

Don't miss the latest insightful interview from CEO-NI

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

CEO-NI chats to Allstate's Bro McFerran about the latest developments from the company.

Access the Ulster Scots and GAA Comhaltas apps invitation to tender

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum / Digital Circle are delighted to host a free workshop for companies interested in responding to the invitation to tender for the Ulster Scots and GAA Comhaltas apps.

Foster announces 82 New Jobs for Kainos

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster recently announced that Kainos, the IT solutions company, is to create 82 high quality jobs in an expansion of its Belfast operation. Invest Northern Ireland has offered £984,000 of support for the new posts, which include key software engineering, project management and sales roles.

Mobile World Congress, Barcelona

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Mobile World Congress, Barcelona

27 February 2012 to 1 March 2012 (4 days)

at Fira Barcelona in Barcelona, Spain

Invest Northern Ireland will support a group of Northern Ireland companies to attend Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.

Celebrating Employers of Choice in the Tough Economic Climate

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

There was cause for celebration as Northern Ireland's business sector was recognised in the inaugural Childcare Works Awards hosted by Social Enterprise, Employers For Childcare Vouchers Ltd on Friday 30 September in the prestigious Belfast City Hall, celebrating the business excellence of organisations who are leading the way in the adoption of family friendly working policies.

ICONI employability tracking software to assist 60,000 back into work

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

ICONI Software has won a three-year contract to deliver and support an innovative web-based ‘Customer Management System’ to assist a UK employability charity to find and secure sustainable employment for up to 60,000 people in London, it was announced today.

Foster announces new software R&D facility for Belfast

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster today announced the opening of Mediasmiths Forge, a Belfast based software research and development facility, which will create 15 new jobs.

£25K Awards Signal Major Success for Flish

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Flish, a team from Queen’s University Belfast who have developed a low cost, low power antenna capable of picking up satellite signals automatically, which could make satellite dishes a thing of the past, are ‘flying high’ after being announced as the ‘the next big thing’ to come out of Northern Ireland’s research community at the NISP CONNECT £25K Awards last night.

Productive New School Term for Northgate Managed Services

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Over 380,000 teachers and learners across the UK now benefiting from NI expertise…including those at the country’s first Free School. As pupils and teachers settle into routine after the back to school rush, the first month of the new school term has proved to be highly productive for Newtownabbey-based Northgate Managed Services, a leading provider of education-based ICT services and solutions.

Minister announces major jobs boost by pricewaterhousecoopers

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster today announced that business advisors PwC will expand their Belfast operation, creating a further 247 high quality jobs. Invest Northern Ireland has offered £1.765 million of support to secure the project for Northern Ireland.

Crossing Frontiers With ICT In Schools

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A new report released by researchers at the University of Ulster and the National University of Ireland, Maynooth this week shows compelling evidence of how information communications technology is changing learning across all types of school on both sides of the border.

Onlive and BT launch revolutionary Cloud gaming

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Colin Murray has helped BT launch OnLive – a revolution in Cloud gaming. The OnLive Game Service is the groundbreaking on-demand video gaming platform that delivers the latest and most advanced games instantly over a broadband connection.

Sales Partnering Readiness Workshop

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Are you a product, a service or a consulting company at early stage of growth and looking to increase your revenue? Are you ready to partner? - how does this apply to your business? In developing a scalable business a company needs to learn how to sell effectively according to the structure of the market. Clarity in ‘what you sell’ and ‘who you sell to’ is important for direct sales and partner channel development.

2011 ISA Software Industry Awards

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Nominations are now being sought for finalists to participate in the 2011 ISA Software Industry Awards. Deadline date is Oct 3rd.

Belfast Met Freshers pledge to X the TXT

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

It is expected that over 1,000 students will make the X the TXT pledge during Freshers Week at Belfast Metropolitan College. The X the TXT campaign encourages young drivers not to text and drive as well as educating them on the legal implications of texting and driving.

Free Contract Law Clinics for Momentum members

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum member Carson McDowell are pleased to announce the first in a series of free legal clinics to our members on Monday, 24th October 2011. The clinic will take place at Carson McDowell’s offices in Murray Street, Belfast.

CRM event ignites the industry

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Ignition Team in association with Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Microsoft Ireland held a very successful event on 20th September 2011 in the Merchant Hotel, Belfast.

Showcasing Ireland the MobileMonday way

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Grassroots professionals from the mobile sector in the Republic and NI finally met together on Monday 19th September 2011 in Dublin for an afternoon of networking and inspiring success and survival stories by Irish companies.

Third Year Lucky for New IT Apprentices at Northgate Managed Services

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

For the third successive year, Newtownabbey-based Northgate Managed Services (Northgate) is offering young people a career development opportunity in Information Technology (IT) through the recruitment of up to 10 apprentices.

CEO-NI interviews Relay's MD Alastair Bell

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

This month's CEO-NI interview focuses on Relay’s Alastair Bell, discussing the latest developments within the company

Northgate Seminar Unleashes the Power of SharePoint

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Proof that Microsoft SharePoint 2010 is one of the most most flexible and robust application platforms in use today will be shared with the public and private sector at a seminar hosted by Northgate Managed Services.

NISP CONNECT Offers ‘Springboard’ to Entrepreneurial Success

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

NISP CONNECT, the entrepreneurship acceleration programme based at the Northern Ireland Science Park has today launched its flagship programme, Springboard, designed to deliver bespoke mentoring support to science and technology entrepreneurs at different stages in the business growth cycle.

Paper Bag gets ‘cheeky’

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

TV channel ‘Body in Balance’ have enlisted the creative services of mobile application development agency Paper Bag and web designers KD Web to bring the ‘Perfect Bum’ exercise videos to mobile. Body in Balance is one of the world’s leading health and wellness channels, targeting women from 25 to 70 and is available in 20 countries across 29 satellite and cable platforms.

On the lookout for Young Entrepreneurs!

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The 28th Advantage Young Entrepreneur of the Year Awards, in partnership with Northern Bank and Invest Northern Ireland, is looking for you!

Local Businesses Don’t Dodge Fundraising Opportunity

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday 10th September welcomed the country’s first ever Team Dodgeball Championships when PlayBall at the Stormont Pavilion was taken over by some very keen dodgeballers from the Northern Ireland Business Community, all in aid of charity Mencap.

Interested in bringing your innovation to market faster?

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

InterTradeIreland are currently looking for ambitious businesses, North and South to form a strategic innovation partnership with another company – to get great products, services or processes off the ground. Are you one of these businesses?

Innovative Part Time Computing Degree Offered by University of Ulster

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The University of Ulster has introduced a new part-time computing degree to meet the growing needs of Northern Ireland’s vibrant ICT sector.

CMASS technology changes global information giant

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Using proprietary technology, telecoms solutions company CMASS is providing dial plan changes for a global business information provider in 14 sites across 10 countries.

NISPO Funds: 3 Day Investment Readiness Programme

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Featured Momentum Member - Noel Brady, Consult Nb1

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Noel Brady is Managing Director of his own company, Consult Nb1 Ltd, which has provided executive support services to a range of national and international ICT and Infrastructure companies including Accenture, Microsoft, Steria, Capita, Fujitsu, BT and HP.

Education charity ships 25,000th computer

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

In August Camara Education reached a significant milestone in dispatching its

25,000th computer since it was set-up in 2005. To date Camara’s work has benefited over 500,000 students in Africa, Jamaica and Ireland who have received a better education as a result.

KANA Continues Strong Recruitment Drive in Belfast

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

KANA Software, Inc., a world leader in software solutions for Service Experience Management (SEM), has confirmed that it is on track to fill its planned target of more than a hundred high-quality jobs at its European headquarters in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

CCLA Turns to Kainos Causeway for Major Application Upgrade in Support of New Fund Launch

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Causeway’s relationship with the London-based asset management company deepens following three years of cost-effective, on-demand IT infrastructure management and application development services.

Equiniti ICS to hold Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online workshop

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Equiniti ICS will be holding a Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online workshop on Wednesday 28th September, 11.00am – 2.00pm at Ramada Hotel, Shaws Bridge, Belfast.

Special Exhibitor Offer for early stage start ups

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Dublin Web Summit has announced a special exhibitor offer for early stage start ups. Plus they're hiring staff for the Summit.

Government Procurement

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Central Procurement Directorate is currently working on producing a standardised Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) that will enable companies to register their key information once only to allow them to respond to tenders for government supplies and services.

Talking Technology & The Law

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum & Tughans continue their Tech Legal seminar series

biznet IIS win exciting six-figure web development contract with NI Assembly

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

biznet IIS are delighted to have been chosen by the Northern Ireland Assembly to develop and deploy their new website on EPiServer a world class enterprise level content management solution.----

CEM AC2000 Lite secures the Debt Management Office, Nigeria

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

CEM Systems, a brand of Tyco Security Products, has announced that the CEM AC2000 Lite security management system has been selected to secure the Debt Management Office, Nigeria.

Upcoming events from AgileIreland

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Following the recent success of the SoftTest Agility & Risk event hosted by Momentum, AgileIreland have published new events for agile and lean practitioners in Ireland.

CEO-NI interviews Replify’s Brian Baird

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Fabrio’s Gary Burnett interviews technology leaders bi-monthly to hear their views on business, technology and life.

TotalMobile to generate 100 jobs in US

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

TotalMobile which is a subsidiary of Antrim headquartered Consilium Technologies plans to create 100 new jobs in the US as part of a major expansion project has promised the investment will also “create jobs back home”.

Is your team up for the Dodgeball Challenge?

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Join Momentum in supporting Mencap at the competitive corporate event of the summer by signing up for the Dodgeball Challenge - a day of fast paced, fundraising fun.

Keep up to date with Momentum ICT News and Events

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The team at Momentum are working keep you up to date with what's happening in our industry. We would like to make you aware of some of the resources that we provide.

Framework Calls worth €7bn

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Framework’s annual call for research proposals will be worth about €7 billion this year, as announced by research commissioner Máire Geoghegan-Quinn in Brussels last month.

Joanne Stuart on STEM

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Apprentice has won many fans for boosting interest in the business world but one of the programmes proved the boss isn’t always right. Joanne Stuart takes Lord Sugar to task over his dismissal of some of our top engineers

Rob McConnell on Software Testing

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Software-testing has been described as the 'poor relation' of software development but it is a crucial part of the IT industry. If Northern Ireland is to excel in this sector, the discipline needs support to develop our international reputation.

Pharmaceutical Software Firm Expanding

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast-based Exploristics is targeting £1m worth of export sales by 2015 with a new drug development software product.

Amazon Web Services Competition

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is on the lookout for innovative start-ups that are built on AWS' cloud computing platform to participate in the annual AWS Start-Up Challenge.

InterTradeIreland Seedcorn Competition Blog

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

InterTradeIreland All-Island SEEDCORN BUSINESS NETWORK has a new blog section featuring posts from their Lead Equity Advisor, Bob McGowan-Smyth.

Horizon 2020 - the Framework Programme for Research and Innovation

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Mrs. Máire Geoghegan-Quinn, European Commissioner for Research and Innovation, has announced on the new name for the future EU funding programme for research and innovation.

Creative Industries Innovation Fund: Now Open

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Key growth areas identified by the Northern Ireland Digital Content Strategy are digital animation and post production, mobile & web content, e-learning/serious gaming. The strategy also highlighted the digital content relevance of film, television and music.

Equiniti ICS win Astellas Pharma contract

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Equiniti ICS is pleased to announce the start of a partnership with Astellas Pharma, one of the top 20 pharmaceutical companies in the world and who employ 14,000 people globally.

Software Testers Academy

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Employment and Learning Minister, Dr. Stephen Farry, and Enterprise Minister, Arlene Foster, today jointly launched the Software Testers Academy.

Broadband Services Interactive Map

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Ofcom has launched an online interactive map which charts the average speeds and availability of broadband services across the UK.

Ignition Team's new offices

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has officially opened Ignition Team's new offices in Belfast.

CEO-NI's Blog features Patricia O'Hagan of Core

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Read Gary Burnett's latest interview with Core Systems MD Patricia O'Hagan.

5 months left to access €200m of R&D Grant Funding for innovative SMEs

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The European Commission has published a package of grant funding calls, with the combined value of €1.125 billion, to support the development of innovative products, processes and technologies. Pera has launched an Initiative to help companies in Northern Ireland benefit from this grant funding.

Win a Kindle ebook reader by completing the University of Ulster's computing professionals survey

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The University of Ulster is conducting a survey of computing professionals on computing education and training in Northern Ireland.

Perceptive Insight, an independent market research company, is helping them to conduct the study and they invite you to complete their short questionnaire.

NI companies highlight software testing as jobs growth area

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A group of 20 companies in Northern Ireland have come together to encourage people to consider a career in software quality assurance, pledging to create hundreds of jobs between them in this field in the next few years.

Call for Tenders - European Commission Open Data portal

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Implementation of European Commission Open Data portal - SMART 2011/0050

Deadline: 19 September 2011

New eBook service

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Library users are now being offered a new online service - downloadable eBooks.

National Skills Academy for IT

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Stay on top of your game as an IT professional by signing up to the National Skills Academy for IT.

Framework Annual Call

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Framework’s annual call for research proposals will be worth about €7 billion this year,

The Queen's Code Book Challenge

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

To mark Her Majesty’s visit to Bletchley Park, The Queen has issued a Code Book Challenge to schoolchildren.

The challenge is open to everyone, but is aimed especially at children between the ages of 13 and 16 as a summer project.

BMC respond to DCAL Creative Industries Innovation Fund announcement

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast Metropolitan College (BMC) are delighted to learn that the Department of Culture, Arts & Leisure (DCAL) have today announced the opening of a call for project for Creative Industries Innovation Fund (CIIF 2).

Up to £7000 of Management and Sales Training for free

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland businesses (including Invest NI client companies) can avail of up to £7000 worth of management and sales training on the Beckinridge courses below:

Crafty Devil meet with MLA

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

DUP MLA for South Belfast, Jimmy Spratt, recently dropped in to meet with Newtownbreda-based web application developers Crafty Devil.

Coactiva and Tascomi

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Coactiva Aspiren, provider of innovative performance management software solutions, and Tascomi, a leading open source developer of innovative web based application systems, today announced they have signed a partnership. The agreement allows Tascomi to integrate Coactiva Aspiren’s Aspireview Enterprise Performance Intelligence software with Tascomi’s solutions for Central and Local Government in Northern Ireland.

Young Entrepreneur of the Year Awards 2011

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Could you or someone you know be Northern Ireland’s next big thing?

Data City Exchange for Belfast's Titanic Quarter

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

DataCity Exchange (DCE) provider of serviced data centre space across the world in corporate and government markets is setting up in Belfast and will create up to 165 jobs — 125 construction posts plus 40 full-time jobs upon completion.

Join Momentum in supporting the Grow NI Business Alliance

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum is part of a wide coalition of business organisations that support the devolution of corporation tax powers and the subsequent reduction of corporation tax as a unique opportunity for growing our economy.

Capital Markets' Collaboration Launched

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

NYSE Technologies, Belfast; Citi, Belfast; First Derivatives, Newry; Fidessa, Belfast and Singularity, Belfast and Londonderry, will work with academic partners from the University of Ulster and Queen's University Belfast in this new collaboration which has been facilitated by Invest NI.

Momentum support Mencap at the races

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Lisburn Road Race Day, in aid of learning disability charity Mencap, got this year’s Summer festival racing off to a fantastic start at Down Royal Race Course with their Race Day on Friday 17 June by raising around £23,500!

Support Grow NI Business Alliance

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum Chairman's Dinner 2011

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Thursday 16 June, Time: Drinks reception at 6:30 with Dinner at 7:00pm, Venue: Fitzwilliam Hotel, Belfast

Join us at the races this week

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Date: Friday 17 June, Time: Drinks, Reception 4pm, Venue: Down Royal Race Course

SQS Wins Contract With 'Life Critical' Programme In NI

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

SQS an international supplier of independent software testing and quality management services, is to provide testing services as part of Sectra’s NIPACS project to supply the Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety (DHSSPS).

ICT SUMMER CAMP FOR 14-16 YEAR OLDS

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum continues to support initiatives to attract young people to work in the ICT Industry and would like to make our members aware of the University of Ulster's Summer Camp for 14-16 year olds

An Evening At The Races

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Date: Friday 17 June

Time: Drinks Reception 4pm

Venue: Down Royal Race Course

Trade Missions to New York and Los Angeles

Fri, 27 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Invest Northern Ireland’s Trade Division plan to organise ICT Sector Trade Missions to Cloud Computing Expo, 6-9 June 2011 in New York and Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference 10-14 July 2011 in Los Angeles.

All-Island Seedcorn Business Competition 2011

Fri, 27 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Seedcorn is the largest business competition for early stage / high growth companies in any sector on any part of the island.

Launch of Grow NI Thursday 25 May

Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A number of business organisations and individuals have been meeting over the last few weeks with a view to encouraging a widespread response to the HM treasury consultation paper on ‘Rebalancing the NI Economy,’ which addresses the issue of the rate of corporation tax locally. Under the banner ‘Grow NI’ the NI Business Alliance including the CBI, IoD, the Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce, Northern Ireland Retail Trade Association, the FSB, Enterprising Northern Ireland, the Construction Employers Federation and others have combined our efforts to encourage a positive response to the consultation

Interested in a Product Management Training Course from Product Innovator?

Thu, 12 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Please register your interest in a Product Management Training Course by Mary Ryan from Product Innovator.

First Friday Networking Breakfast

Thu, 12 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

After the success of our April and May ‘First Friday’ breakfasts, Momentum are delighted to welcome you along to our next networking session on Friday 3^rd June.

Accelerating IT skills in Ireland

Thu, 12 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Provincia, in partnership with Logicearth and Goldblatt McGuigan recently launched its unique Accelerating Programming Skills (APS) training course.

Public Appointments 2011 - Labour Relations Agency

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Department for Employment and Learning invites expressions of interest from individuals who wish to nominate themselves to serve as a Board Member of the Labour Relations Agency (LRA).

Win a 100 Euro Amazon Voucher!

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Win a 100 Euro Amazon Voucher By Completing Our Irish Software Testing Survey

CEO-NI Interview with SQS’s Rob McConnell

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

CEO-NI features an interview with SQS’s Rob McConnell.

Deadline extended to 20 May 2011 : Invitation to Nominate: WITS Lifetime Achievement Award

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Women in Technology and Science (WITS) celebrates its 21st anniversary in 2011.
To mark this event, WITS will launch the WITS Lifetime Achievement Award.

Momentum First Friday Breakfast continues Tech Legal Series

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum is delighted to continue the series of Tech Legal seminars in partnership with Tughans through our monthly First Friday Breakfast Briefing events.

Innova InterTradeIreland’s all-island collaborative R&D programme is OPEN.

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Our all-island collaborative R&D programme, Innova, can provide your business with the opportunity to form a strategic cross-border R&D partnership to accelerate product development and improve your business's competitiveness. Funding up to £250,000 per partnership is available.

An Invitation To Grow your Company's Reputation with IBM.

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Having launched the IBM Global Entrepreneur program on the 31 March at the Titanic Pump House, Northern Ireland Science Park, Belfast, IBM are now looking for Northern Ireland start-up companies to apply to be part of the Global Entrepreneur pre-Smartcamp event to be held on the 24th May, at the City Hall, Belfast.

Can You Help with Victoria College’s Education for Employability Programme?

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Friday 27th May 2011 will be Victoria College’s Year 10 (14 year olds) Experience of the Workplace Day. Groups of girls will visit employers to learn about the workplace and to allow them the opportunity to observe in practice many of the concepts they have studied in the classroom.

Carrickfergus Native Garners Global Audience

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

What began with an innovative way for a University of Alberta professor to help his students master lecture material has garnered a global audience.

Embracing Mobile Technology Through Collaboration

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The 2011 Mobile World Congress was held in Barcelona and, as usual, the event provided opportunity for bloggers and technology journalists to salivate over the very latest mobile technology innovations.

Gaining ‘Momentum’ With Mencap

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum is delighted to announce the leading learning disability charity, Mencap, as our charity of the year.

Invitation To The Launch Of WITS NI

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

WITS – Women in Technology and Science – is an all-Ireland, non-profit, group that actively supports women who work in those sectors.

Accelerating Programming Skills (APS) Survey

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Provincia would like to remind all Northern Ireland IT companies to complete the online survey in relation to Accelerating Programming Skills (APS)

Learning Pool Announces New Partnership with TotaraLMS

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Learning Pool, the public sector learning community has announced an exciting new partnership with TotaraLMS to provide next generation learning management systems to the UK public sector.

Momentum’s 1st Friday!

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

It’s Friday 1st April!

It’s the 1st Friday of the month!

It’s Momentum’s 1st Friday!

CEO NI- New Industry Blog..

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Gary Burnett has created a new blog that is sure to be of interest to many of you.

talkSPORT.co.uk Breaks Record After Record

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

talkSPORT just reported its highest ever audience figures with more than 3.1m people across the UK tuning in. It has grown faster than any local station in Northern Ireland with talkSPORT listening hours now up 50% on this time last year.

New Digital Circle Website

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Digital Circle is pleased to announce the launch of their new website, http://digitalcircle.org

Momentum Networking Breakfast- April 1st

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Launching on Friday 1st April, Momentum is proud to present a brand new series of networking breakfast events on the first Friday of every month, allowing our members to gather and discuss the ICT sector’s latest hot topics.

Cpl Northern Ireland Social Media Event

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Cpl Northern Ireland recently held a successful Social Media Event in the Pumphouse, Belfast.

Go-2-Tender Workshops 2011

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

How to Get Your Share of the €13/£12 Billion All-Island Public Procurement Market

2011 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Launch of the 2011 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® Programme

Free Management and Sales Training

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

For a limited period eligible Northern Ireland businesses can avail of free management and sales training on selected Beckinridge courses.

Degree Based - Placement Students Available

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Degree Based - Placement Students Available from the Foundation Degrees in iMedia And In Software Engineering At Belfast Met.

“Have I Got ‘Views’ For You”

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The evolution of the internet, social networking and 24 hour multi-media news means that there are many information sources from which a picture of events may be drawn

London 2012 Business Network Opportunities

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Get the latest information on Olympic opportunities for ICT companies in Northern Ireland

Promote Your Company News or Event!

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Keen to promote your latest company news or upcoming event? Have you recently grown your team?

Interested in Hosting a CCNA-qualified IT Student?

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

For the past three years, young IT professionals from the Berlin College of IT have been coming to Belfast to do unpaid work placements at companies including Lagan Technologies, Liberty IT, Steria, NITEC, and Translink. Due to programme expansion, RSM Tenon (which manages the placement programme), is looking to find additional host companies for this year's participants.

Northamptonshire County Council appoints Learning Pool to Deliver Social Care Training

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Northamptonshire County Council is increasing the training opportunities it offers to staff working in its social care sector with the addition of new e-learning courses from Learning Pool.

Innovation Opportunities for Local Firms

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

InterTradeIreland is offering up to £29,500 per company to help local firms innovate and improve their products, processes or services through its all-island technology transfer programme, FUSION.

CEM Systems Secure $2 Million Contract

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

CEM Systems, part of Tyco Security Products, today announced that they have received a $2m contract to upgrade the CEM AC2000 security management system at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA).

Business Coalition Launches Plan For 94,000 Jobs By 2020

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

For the first time ever a new coalition of eight of Northern Irelands leading business organisations have jointly produced a manifesto ahead of the Assembly Elections and the new Programme for Government.

CEM Systems to exhibit leading security products at IFSEC West Africa

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

CEM Systems, in partnership with Approved Reseller Acti-Tech, will exhibit innovative security solutions at IFSEC West Africa. CEM will display advanced IP card readers and controllers, including the new DESfire smart card reader and controller. CEM will also demonstrate the video integration capabilities of the powerful CEM AC2000 security management system. The exhibition takes place on 15^th-16^thFebruary 2011 at the Eko Expo Centre, Lagos, Nigeria.

App Development Pilots at BMC

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast Metropolitan College is currently delivering three pilot training programmes in Mobile Web, Android and Apple iOS app development. The pilots are part of the Mobile Technologies strand of an Open Source project led by Southern Regional College which is funded by the Department for Employment and Learning’s Innovation Fund: Employer Support Programme. The pilots were developed by BMC staff in collaboration with Momentum, Digital Circle and participating companies and aim to up skill local industry with the capability to develop content and apps for existing and future smartphones and tablets.

Free web seminars aim to help companies get most from ICT

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A WEEK of free web seminars powered by eircom Northern Ireland in association with Belfast Telegraph online has been launched.

Learning Pool wins Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Rising Star award for second year

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Mary McKenna, Learning Pool’s co-founder, says putting innovation at the heart of the company is the reason for success.

Momentum ICT industry ambassadors are top of the class

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Industry ambassadors from local ICT companies have once again supported the ‘BringITon’ campaign by participating at an event held at the University of Ulster, Jordanstown on Friday 15^th October.

TCS Solutions Saves NI Chest Heart and Stroke Time and Money with Virtualised IT Solution

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The project was designed, developed and implemented by TCS Solutions, Northern Ireland’s first DataCore Gold Partner
System improves communication and decision making for NICHS staff and volunteers who work with 10,000 people across Northern Ireland
Some applications increase performance speeds by up to 900%

Lagan software firm bought by US company for £29m

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

LAGAN TECHNOLOGIES, one of Northern Ireland’s fastest growing software companies, has been acquired by a California-based group in a deal estimated to be worth more than £29 million.

epics® - the clinical pharmacy approach to patient safety

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Northern HSC Trust and Yarra Software sign off on their new ‘clinical intervention’ software, epics®. As a unique application, it is attracting attention from as far away as Saudi Arabia, Germany and Sweden.

Ten Alps Combine Digital and Video production units to enhance commercial offering

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Ten Alps Vision - the Marketing Communications and Digital Agency with offices in Edinburgh, Belfast and Newcastle is pleased to announce the promotion of Matthew Scott to Commercial Director of Ten Alps Vision digital and video production unit in Newcastle.

Novosco implements innovative backup and recovery regime for local Health Trust

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

SEHSCT appoints Novosco to install Trust-wide EMC backup solution

Will hi-tech firms boost jobs in Belfast?

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Nearly a third of jobs in Belfast are based in the public sector and with the economic downturn there is a fear they will be slashed. The BBC's been investigating if the hi-tech private sector could come to the rescue to boost employment. Rory Cellan-Jones went to Belfast to see the innovative businesses that are developing.

International Software Tester Michael Bolton comes to Belfast

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On Thursday 16th September Momentum hosted the September SoftTest event; a presentation by Michael Bolton entitled "The Two Futures of Software Testing" as part of its regular series of events.

ICT Specialist Bohill Consulting Wins Selected Supplier Contract with Invest Northern Ireland

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Bohill Consulting is the selected supplier to deliver Technical Appraisal Services to Northern Ireland’s Economic Development Agency

High-Fibre Breakfast

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum hosted a Project Kelvin seminar at Malone House on 2 September 2010 and Tibus sponsored the event taking the opportunity to announce their key partnership with Hibernia Atlantic - all served up with breakfast.

Software Firm Announces 25 Jobs

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

An Irish software firm has announced it is creating around 25 new jobs in the sector.

BMC secures funding to promote mobile technology skills within local industry

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast Metropolitan College (BMC) has secured DEL funding to promote and develop mobile technology skills within local industry as part of a wider multi-college Innovation Fund Project headed by Southern Regional College.

APTX acquisition 'is a good deal at right time'

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ONE of Northern Ireland's top performing and fastest growing firms has been acquired in a multi-million pound deal.

Ireland’s next big thing - Govt commits extra €5m to Exemplar Network

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Exactly a year on, Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources Eamon Ryan TD has committed a further €5m to the next two phases of the Exemplar Network which will see the Exemplar Network grow from circling Dublin in the second phase to being a nationwide entity by the third phase in 2013.

Momentum's Kate McMaster raises funds for Action Cancer

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Kate McMaster who many of you will know from Momentum has been fund raising for Action Cancer. Kate and the female members of her family formed a team to take part in the Ballygowan Pink Moonlight walk in memory of her mother Betty.

Generating European Momentum

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Across all industry sectors, investing in research and development, R&D, to improve existing products or to develop new is vital to company success, particularly when addressing global markets.

Singularity Eases Insolvency Blues

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Business software innovator Singularity is helping ease the insolvency plight of some of the UK’s poorest debtors.

Andor's CEO scoops top Leadership Award

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Conor Walsh, CEO of Andor Technology, has been named as the Global Director of the Year for Northern Ireland.

Invitation to Tender for Digital Circle Website

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Following on from the news that funding has been received for a new website for Digital Circle, and the announcement that Colin Mitchell has been appointed as Project Coordinator to work alongside Matthew Scott of Ten Alps Vision, Momentum/Digital Circle are now issuing an Invitation to Tender for the development of the new site.

Momentum Secures Funding for new Digital Circle Website

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum has recently been successful in securing funding from the Arts Council of Northern Ireland and the Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure for a project designed to support the development of the digital content industry in Northern Ireland.

Leaf Consultancy wins Cisco Partner Award Again

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Steven Goldblatt Managing Director of Leaf Consultancy

Cisco Systems, the global leader in the supply of networking and unified communications equipment, has awarded Belfast-based ICT Managed Services firm Leaf Consultancy Limited as its Small and Medium Business Partner of the Year for all-Ireland.

Tibus selected as Hibernia market partner for Northern Ireland

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

UTV-owned Tibus has announced that it has been selected by Hibernia Atlantic as a platinum partner for its activity in Northern Ireland.

Singularity founder and chief executive receives OBE

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Singularity is delighted that its founder and chief executive, Padraig Canavan, has been awarded an OBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours List. The award is for services to business in Northern Ireland.

Novosco implements first Higher Education Cisco UCS in the UK and Ireland

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Queen’s University Belfast appoints Novosco to build private cloud

Tech talent jets off to Apple event

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A delegation of Northern Ireland's top tech talent will be hoping to make their mark in San Francisco when they descend on the Apple World Wide Developer Conference later this week.

Ulster Spinout Company Unveils Legendary iPad App

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

University of Ulster spin-out company EyeSpyFX, is one of the first Irish companies to develop an application for the iPad - Apple’s latest innovative product to hit the marketplace.

Andor give back

Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Andor Technology have made a generous donation of £4173.37 to their charity of the year, the NSPCC. A cheque was presented to NSPCC representative Ellen Hillen on Thursday 20 May. Ellen thanked Andor on behalf of the NSPCC for such a generous donation, which will help them continue on toward their vision to end cruelty to children.

Novosco implements first Public Sector V-Block in the UK and Ireland

Mon, 24 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Novosco, Ireland’s leading provider of virtual and cloud IT infrastructure and services, today announced it has been appointed to implement private cloud computing throughout Belfast Health and Social Care Trust. This project represents the first Public Sector deployment of V-Block in the UK and Ireland, containing elements from the VCE coalition, using technologies from VMware, Cisco and EMC.

BlackBerry Partners Fund Invests in Aepona

Mon, 10 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

New investor leads $10M growth round to build on Aepona's leading market position in mobile applications enablement and Network as a Service

Ulster Success In Technology Competition

Fri, 07 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A team of first year University of Ulster students, who developed software to help autistic children with their communication skills, impressed the judges in the national final of a worldwide technology competition.

InterTradeIreland announces funding for North/South R&D Partnerships

Fri, 07 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast based Intelesens receives funding as part of InterTradeIreland’s R&D Programme, Innova

eircom Northern Ireland wins Best Large Scale ICT Transformation Project

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

EIRCOM Northern Ireland, in partnership with IT Assist, has won the Best Large Scale ICT Transformation Project at the Northern Ireland ICT Innovation Forum’s Innovation in Public Services Awards earlier this month in Belfast.

NI Children to benefit from Innovative Video Conference Suite

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Children’s Heartbeat Trust has just launched a world class video conferencing centre in Clark Clinic, part of the Royal Belfast Hospital for Sick Children. The technology behind this unique facility was jointly provided by Questmark and their installation partners NIAVAC, Belfast.

Be there, whatever the weather

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Niavac supports local business with the offer of a FREE video-conferencing Session

Vacancy: Project Coordinator

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum the Northern Ireland ICT Federation currently has an opportunity for a dynamic project coordinator to manage the development and implementation of a new website for Digital Circle.

Avoid the wrath of ICO - by getting your house in order!

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Organisations in the public and private sector ‘need to wake up and smell the coffee’ according to DiskShred’s Business Development Manager, Keith Pryde.

Datactics muscles in on US healthcare

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast software company Datactics has set its sights on winning new business in the $250bn US healthcare market as part of major expansion plans.

Momentum receives support from the Creative Industries Innovation Fund

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum is delighted to announce that it has been successful in securing funding from the Arts Council of Northern Ireland and the Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure for a one year project designed to support the development of the digital content industry in Northern Ireland.

Equiniti ICS leaps to raise £20K for Macmillan Cancer

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Leading IT solutions and services provider Equiniti ICS, based in Belfast, is aiming to raise £20K in funds for its designated charity Macmillan Cancer Support in 2010.

Ashfield pupils impress at interview

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Three pupils from Ashfield Girls’ High Schoolwere declared ‘hired’ by Fujitsu this week after facing tough competition from their classmates during a mock ‘apprentice-style’ initiative launched by the IT Services giant last month.

O’Kane Food Services Boosted by Video Conferencing

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Leading catering supplier is fan of video conferencing to communicate with their London head office.

Are your people processes fit for purpose?

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Goldblatt McGuigan are delighted to offer Momentum members the opportunity to receive a bespoke HR related report.

Foster announces £19m investment by Northgate Managed Services

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster announced a £19.4million investment by Northgate Managed Services, supported by Invest Northern Ireland, today. The investment, which aims to create 88 new jobs and safeguard 241 others, will help Northgate achieve £62million of new business in external sales over the next three years and deliver over £8million in salaries annually into the local economy.

QUB and Seagate new PhD partners

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Queen's University is advertising eight new PhD positions in ‘nanotechnology’ in a partnership with technology company Seagate.

Local software firm launches new brand to ‘Etain’ export success

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Invest Northern Ireland Chief Executive Alastair Hamilton has unveiled a new brand image for a Belfast software company which is targeting success in the US.

Video; Tracey Lee of Steria

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum and Socitm organised a seminar in Belfast's Park Avenue Hotel attended by representatives from both the Public and Private sector.

Agile Full Throttle

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Local technology companies have been briefed on the challenges of applying Agile Software Development techniques. Neil Buckley, Vice President. Product Development at CyberSource Corporation, an industry leader in payment management solutions, provided some real life insights into how companies can successfully implement Agile.

You're Hired

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Fujitsu gives local pupils the ‘Apprentice’ treatment

Good Morning Vietnam: Invest NI Flies East

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Eight Northern Ireland companies are taking part in the first Invest Northern Ireland trade mission to Vietnam.

Equiniti ICS Picks up Top Quality Award

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast based computing and outsourcing firm Equiniti ICS has received a ‘Northern Ireland Quality Award’ in recognition of the quality of its management systems and services at a recent awards ceremony.

Intune gets EU backing to build future telecoms cloud network

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Intune Networks, the company selected by the Irish State to build its Exemplar next-generation network, has been awarded a major EU contract as part of a consortium involving telecom players Telefónica and PrimeTel.

Podcast: Aetopia

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Aetopia specialises in building scalable software architectures for Digital Asset Management.

Log into a computing career at ‘Bring It On’

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Employment Minister Sir Reg Empey has said that finding out about a career in Information Communications Technology (ICT) has never been easier.

Minister announces £60 million investment by Seagate

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster announced two major Research and Development investments, totalling almost £60million, by Seagate Technology in Londonderry today.

Axis Three Enhances Aesthetic Consultations for Facial Procedures with New 3D Scanner

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

BOSTON & BELFAST, Northern Ireland - (Business Wire) Axis Three (www.axisthree.com), the leader and pioneer of 3D surgical simulation tools for aesthetic consultations, today announced the availability of its new XS-200 scanner, designed to capture high quality, anatomically-accurate, 3D images of a patient’s face in order to simulate facial surgery outcomes.

Singularity announces LiveAgility - The most powerful BPM in the Cloud

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Singularity the leading business process agility software vendor, today announced full availability of its ground-breaking LiveAgility platform, offering full lifecycle Business Process Management (BPM) in a SaaS environment. Already acclaimed by independent industry experts as a leader in the field of BPM, Singularity's new LiveAgility environment makes BPM available on an opex rather than capex basis for a new generation of organizations.

Mountain High for iGeneration

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Local Digital Marketing Company joins Ten Alps PLC to launch a new Ten Alps Vision operation in Northern Ireland

Tell Us Your News

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

There are two News sections on the Momentum web site; Momentum Member’s News and Industry News.

The Industry News is compiled from a number of RSS feeds. But the Momentum Member’s News comes directly from our members, their press releases and the phone calls and conversations we have with them.

Chairman's Review of 2009

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Momentum AGM was held on 11 December. Ed Brown, Chair of Momentum began the meeting with a review of the work carried out by Momentum during 2009. This is a summary of the speech.

Northgate Wins 6.5 Million Contract To Provide ICT Services For North Lanarkshire Council

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

North Lanarkshire Council has forged an ICT Service Delivery Partnership worth £6.5m with leading ICT company, Northgate Managed Services (Northgate). The contract is part of the Council’s drive to operate more efficiently and cost effectively in line with the Efficient Government programme impacting all Scottish Local Authorities.

Podcast: The importance of HR in a small firm

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Caroline Duffy and Jill Little talk about the importance of HR for a small firm.

Podcast: Cloud Computing

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Erik van Ommeren, Director of Innovation at Sogeti and author of Collaboration in the Cloud speaks to Momentum about Cloud computing.

Podcast: Gareth Tolerton talks about TotalMobile

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Consilium’s Chief Technology Officer Gareth Tolerton talks about TotalMobile.

Northgate picks up top accolade at UK IT Industry Awards

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Northgage Managed Services nationally recognised as the best in the UK at the British Computer Society (BCS) & Computing UK Industry awards.

Ezetop choose Novosco Cloud Solutions for their Key Applications

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Novosco win three-year IT hosted services contract

Great Leaders and Managers are Made Not Born - Empey

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Employment and Learning Minister, Sir Reg Empey, has today launched the ‘Made Not Born’ Programme to promote Management & Leadership Skills Development across Northern Ireland.

Strong partnerships boost Northern Ireland’s ICT skills

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A new report published today shows there has been major progress with tackling the skills needs of the software industry in Northern Ireland.

Equiniti ICS wins multi-million pound contract with Independent Police Complaints Commission

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Leading software and services provider Equiniti ICS, part of the Equiniti group which is based in Belfast, has been awarded a multi-million pound contract to provide a complex case and complaints management solution for the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) of England and Wales, marking a ‘hat trick’ for the company as its third contract win in this highly specialised field.

Aetopia’s Digital Asset Management system selected by Publishers of ‘Computing’ magazine

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Aetopia’s Digital Asset Management system selected by Publishers of ‘Computing’ magazine.

Northgate employees celebrate success

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The 1,000 strong workforce at Newtownabbey-based Northgate Managed Services is celebrating after the company was awarded the UTV Business Eye ‘Employer of the Year’.

SLA Mobile Joins UK's Top 10 High Tech leader board

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast-based SLA Mobile has become the first Northern Ireland company to confirm a place in the UK’s Top 10 fastest-growing technology list, it was announced today.

Learning Pool named as a Rising Star in Deloitte Technology Fast 50

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Learning Pool attributes its growth to innovation and the application of new technology

Microsoft Windows technology enthusiasts gathered to celebrate the launch of Windows 7

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A group of Microsoft Windows technology enthusiasts gathered together at Blick Shared Studios on the Malone Road to celebrate the launch of Windows 7 to the general public.

Texthelp wins new business in France

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

As part of a drive to expand sales in Europe, Texthelp Systems of Antrim, the worldwide leader of literacy software solutions, has signed strategic deals in France for its text-to-speech software BrowseAloud, with assistance from Invest Northern Ireland.

Intune Networks Secures €22 Million Investment to Fund The Future Expansion Of The Company

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Dermot Desmond and Kernel Capital join Intune Networks’ existing investors in Europe’s largest private equity investment round in the telecoms equipment sector in 2009.

Glengormley High School Puts The I.T. in FemininITy

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Over 500 female pupils attend Northern Ireland’s first all-girl ICT conference

US firm creates 60 high-tech jobs

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A US software company is to create 60 jobs over three years in a new research and development centre in Belfast.

Northgate Managed Services Announces £100Million GBP Of New Contracts in the last 6months

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Newtownabbey-based Northgate Managed Services announces that it has secured more than £100m of new contracts in the last 6months.

Datactics Placed in Leading Industry Analyst Firm’s Magic Quadrant for Data Quality Tools

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Datactics, specialist in product data quality software, is delighted to announce its inclusion in the independent analyst firm Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Data Quality Tools report for 2009.

Momentum Launches New Social Media Site for Members

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Business leaders from the ICT (Information and Communications Technologies) industry in Northern Ireland were introduced to Momentum’s new social media platform at an event in Belfast on 1 October.

Northgate Opens IT Apprenticeship

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

IT Apprenticeship Scheme Offers School Leavers a Direct Route to Develop a Long-term Career in the IT Sector

EG Information Consulting Wins Major Health Tender in England

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

EG Information Consulting, the Belfast-based specialist in Internet solutions, has won its first open tender in England with help from Invest Northern Ireland.

Pupils told 'the future ahead is bright for the ICT sector'

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Momentum showcases the opportunities available in Northern Ireland’s ICT sector at University Open Days

NHS Supply Chain provides faster product matching for trusts with Datactics software

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Datactics, the global specialists in data quality management solutions has announced today that NHS Supply Chain has signed up to its Data Quality software.

Students urged to consider career in IT

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Pupils preparing to make their university choices have been urged to consider a career in Northern Ireland's developing information computer technology industry.

Learning Pool and Chartered Institute of Purchasing Supply announce global procurement training deal

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Learning Pool, the specialist in e-learning services in the public sector, has signed an agreement with the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) to develop public sector procurement products internationally starting for the next five years.

Tyco International opens centre of technical excellence for access control

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Tyco International's new £7 million centre of technical excellence was officially opened in Belfast recently, supporting its Electronic Security Products business

Awakin Support BIG BUILD with new iPhone app

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

With the highly anticipated inaugural Armoy Road Races 09 taking place this weekend an ‘apple app' celebrating the infamous Armoy Armada has been developed by Awakin™ a Digital Circle member.

New Chairman for Digital Circle

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Davy Sims has been elected as the Chair for Digital Circle – the Northern Ireland representative body for the digital content industry. Digital Circle operates as a subgroup within Momentum, the trade association for the ICT industry in the region.

Bringing IT on within Northern Ireland

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Minister for employment and learning Sir Reg Empey explains why fostering careers in ICT is critical to the ongoing development of Northern Ireland.

Novosco steers Windsor Motors into Server Virtualisation

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Novosco, Ireland’s leading provider of virtual IT infrastructure and services, today announced that Windsor Motors has chosen Novosco to design, implement and support its new virtualised mission critical infrastructure, in order to cater for the industry’s ever-changing IT requirements.

Global leader in wireless comms conducts underwater trials in Belfast Lough

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Wireless Fibre Systems Ltd (WFS), a global leader in wireless communications and new tenant at Northern Ireland Science Park, has been trying out its sea legs in Belfast Lough in an effort to finalise their latest piece of underwater communications technology.

SLA takes major stand in Malaysia

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast-based tech solutions company, SLA, has confirmed its place at a major conference in Malaysia where it plans to capitalise on its growing presence in the region and accelerate an ambitious growth strategy.

Momentum Give Ballyclare High School Pupils insight into ICT Industry

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Newtonabbey based Northgate Managed Services (Northgate) has taken progressive steps to build a sustained workforce for the ICT industry and redress the current employee shortfall through its participation in the Career Connections programme.

Aepona Acquires Valista

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Aepona, a global provider of telecoms software products and services headquartered in Belfast, Northern Ireland, today announced its acquisition of Valista, a Dublin, Ireland-based provider of payment, settlement and service lifecycle management solutions to mobile and broadband operators worldwide.

Northern Irish companies urged to 'stand out from the crowd' at Deloitte Fast 50

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Entries have now opened for the 2009 Deloitte Fast 50 Technology Awards, and the local technology industry is being urged to ‘stand out from the crowd’ by notching top performances similar to last year.

Britain Sets up Technology Investment Fund

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The British government has created a fund to invest in technology-based firms with high growth potential, which it hopes will raise up to 1 billion pounds ($1.7 billion) over the next decade.

Foster opens Cybersource R&D centre in Belfast

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has officially opened the new CyberSource offices in Belfast.

Allstate Wins Prestigious Awards

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Allstate NI Wins the “National Big Tick Award for Excellence in Talent Management 2009" and for the third year running ‘stole the show’ at the highly prestigious Irish News Workplace & Employment Awards in Belfast on Thursday 18th June.

Data Breaches Spark Hard Drive Shredding Boom

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Business laptops and PC’s often contain confidential or personal data as well as intellectual property. Data has a value and should be protected as such, especially when I.T. equipment is being replaced.

Singularity Achieves Certification for Banking & Capital Markets Industry

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Omgeo, the global standard for post-trade efficiency, and Singularity, a leading provider of mission critical securities processing solutions to the Banking & Capital Markets Industry, today announced that Singularity has certified their interface to Omgeo Central Trade Manager (Omgeo CTM) for broker/dealers. In doing so, Singularity becomes the first Omgeo Partner to certify on Omgeo’s newest offering for the broker/dealer community.

Spending Money is Good For Business Says Niavac MD

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

As many firms struggle with mounting debt and the knock on effect of the economic crisis, one Belfast based business says investing more money in their business has been a major success.

Equiniti ICS launch

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Employees of Equiniti ICS braved the changeable weather to celebrate the launch of the new company identity with a balloon release at its offices on Airport Road West in Belfast.

Contract Win Further Strengthens Northgate’s Reputation in UK Utilities Sector

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Consumer Council for Water has awarded a two year contract extension to Newtownabbey-based Northgate Managed Services, on the back of benefits delivered through a previous three year partnership agreement.

Novosco welcomes Cloud Computing!

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Novosco, Ireland’s leading provider of virtual IT infrastructure and services, held an industry leading ‘Virtual Datacentre’ briefing in the Europa Hotel, Belfast. With 140 IT end users registered, the event focused on the IT industry’s first Cloud offering now becoming a reality. Novosco held the briefing in conjunction with key technology partners VMware, EMC & Cisco.

NI firms aim to take a bite out of iPhone market

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland firms will this week be trying to take a bite out of the huge market growing up around Apple’s iPhone on a trip to the US.

Singularity Wins NHS Contract

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Singularity, a vendor of business process management (BPM) software has won a contract with NHS South of Tyne and Wear to reengineer key business processes as part of their programme of operational improvements.

Omagh software specialist succeeds in Germany

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Empowerment Quality Engineering (EQE), an Omagh-based specialist in quality assurance and software testing, has won its first European business following an Invest Northern Ireland trade mission to Germany.

Northgate Awarded for Excellence at ICT awards

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Northgate Managed Services (Northgate) is leading the field for Ireland’s ICT sector after winning an award at the ninth annual Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Excellence awards held in Dublin this month.

Northern Ireland software development hailed

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

An innovative piece of software developed in Northern Ireland has been adopted in North America and the Caribbean.

Karen McAuley Wins

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Worldwide software services company Asidua, today announced their continued support in the future of Northern Ireland’s IT talent, with the award of their annual “Best Computer Science First Year Student” award to Karen McAuley from the University of Ulster.

Kainos's Track Record Serves to Secure North Somerset Council’s Electronic Document & Records Management Contract

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Kainos, a leading IT consulting company, has today announced that it is working closely with North Somerset Council to implement its electronic document and records management system (EDRMS). The first project is underway in Adult Social Services & Housing and expected to go live in the next few months.