Amazon and Auckland Government pledge set to train 100k in cloud computing
Cloud computing is bright and set for huge global growth, with New Zealand emerging as one of the world’s fastest-growing markets
Cloud professionals are currently in higher demand than ever, and this demand is seeing exponential growth across the world as businesses are driven by operational resilience and the rising demand for AI. With the top companies in cloud computing being Microsoft, Google, IBM and AWS, cloud is becoming the driving force for digital transformation.
In 2023, the Global Cloud Computing Market size was valued at $721.6 Billion USD and is expected to grow from $853.5bn USD in 2024 to $3244.21bn USD by 2032 with APAC being the fastest growing market, according to Skyquest’s Global Cloud Computing Market report.
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Neil has been at Learning People in New Zealand for over 5 years working as a specialist in helping people gain the skills, certifications, and confidence they need to land their dream roles in tech and project management.
Is New Zealand the new heart of APAC cloud boom?
It was recently announced that Amazon Web Services (AWS) officially opened its new Auckland data centres on Tuesday 2nd September, which will bring 1,000 jobs and add an estimated $10.8 billion to the economy.
The New Zealand Government also pledged a $7.6 billion investment with AWS announcing an agreement to train more than 100,000 people in cloud computing, showing the importance of skilled data-driven and cloud workers. This came after a cloud first policy was agreed to encourage cloud adoption across the public sector.
New Zealand needs to embrace the technology
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New opportunities for New Zealand, and you
The new regions being added to AWS APAC and the future estimated growth for cloud offers some fantastic opportunities for New Zealand and its residents.
AWS Hero Arshad Zackeriya said about the new region “The launch of the AWS Region in New Zealand is a game-changer for our country. It’s not just about a new set of data centres; it’s about unlocking the potential of New Zealand’s businesses and developer communities, allowing us to build a better, more connected Aotearoa for all.”
All this development means there is higher demand than ever for trained cloud professionals, and Learning People offers the most in-demand globally recognised cloud certifications.
Our certifications cover the core providers; AWS, Azure, Google, and CompTIA. From learning the basics to professional and expert practices, our courses help you advance your career in one of the world’s biggest growth industries.
Equip yourself with the necessary skills to secure your future in New Zealand’s Cloud boom by arranging a free call with one of our expert career consultants today.
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