Skills development has long been a staple of IT culture. But the rapid expansion of AI across the sector requires not just upskilling, but a fundamental change in how technology professionals work. Whether you’re expanding your team or charting a new career path, here are seven essential technical skills to succeed in the AI era.
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As budgets tighten and the economic future remains uncertain, companies of all stripes are looking to AI as a cost-saving mechanism. This is especially true for recruiting, with 70% of companies using AI in hiring, and 24% using it to cover the whole process.
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Augmented, Not Replaced: How Capstone IT Uses AI to Elevate Human-Centered RecruitingRead More »
Augmented, Not Replaced: How Capstone IT Uses AI to Elevate Human-Centered Recruiting Read More »
Recruitment fraud isn’t new, but in 2025, it’s getting harder to detect.
The tools scammers use have changed. Instead of clumsy phishing emails, today’s job seekers are fielding LinkedIn messages from polished profiles. They’re being contacted by fake recruiters using real company logos. And in some cases, they’re hearing cloned voices generated by AI.
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Recruitment Fraud Is Evolving. Here’s How Capstone IT Is RespondingRead More »
Recruitment Fraud Is Evolving. Here’s How Capstone IT Is Responding Read More »
As the demand for tech talent intensifies, so does the creativity of those looking to game the system. Candidates are now using generative AI to cheat on technical interviews, prompting even industry giants like Google to consider walking away from virtual assessments. But for organizations that rely on remote hiring, abandoning digital interviews isn’t always an option.
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The rapid advancement of technology is ramping up demand for IT workers each year. Competition for top technical talent is tight, and according to the International Data Corporation (IDC), over 90% of organizations could face the financial impact of the IT skills gap by 2026.
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Omaha, NE, April 29, 2025 – Capstone IT, a leading technical staffing firm, is pleased to announce the promotion of Roger Kipe to President of Staffing. Previously serving as Vice President of Staffing, Kipe has been instrumental in driving the remarkable growth of his division over the past six years.
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The technology sector is facing a compensation plateau. Amid rising tech layoffs and shifting IT priorities, employees are experiencing slowing salary growth in a field once known for fierce hiring competition.
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Tech Compensation Is Leveling Out. Here’s How You Can Keep Employees Satisfied.Read More »
Tech Compensation Is Leveling Out. Here’s How You Can Keep Employees Satisfied. Read More »
The U.S. tech industry has long relied on international talent to fill workforce gaps, with 65% of new H-1B visa holders working in computer-related occupations in 2023. However, rapid policy changes under the new Trump administration are sparking uncertainty about the H-1B program’s future.
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How H-1B Visa Policy Changes Could Affect Tech HiringRead More »
How H-1B Visa Policy Changes Could Affect Tech Hiring Read More »
The IT industry finds itself in a paradoxical position in 2025. Over 13,000 workers have already faced tech layoffs in 2025, yet the demand for technical talent has never been more urgent. By 2026, the International Data Corporation expects over 90% of global organizations to face IT skills shortage challenges—which could lead to product delays driving $5.5 trillion in losses.
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Why Are Tech Layoffs Still Rising as the IT Skills Shortage Grows?Read More »
Why Are Tech Layoffs Still Rising as the IT Skills Shortage Grows? Read More »
Omaha, NE, February 13, 2025 – Capstone IT, a leading technical staffing and IT help desk service provider, is proud to announce the election of Roger Kipe, VP of Staffing, to the TechServe Alliance Board of Directors. This appointment amplifies Kipe’s role within the trade association, building upon his impactful contributions to the TechServe Executive Roundtable.
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Capstone IT’s VP of Staffing Joins the TechServe Alliance Board of DirectorsRead More »
Capstone IT’s VP of Staffing Joins the TechServe Alliance Board of Directors Read More »