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Closing the Cybersecurity Talent Gap: A Blueprint for Security Leaders Published by Info-Tech Research Group

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Info-Tech’s latest research unveils strategies to address the persistent cybersecurity talent gap. The report dives into actionable insights and strategic approaches designed to combat the shortage of skilled professionals in the cybersecurity domain.

TORONTO, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ – As cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, the demand for skilled professionals to combat these risks is growing rapidly. However, organizations are grappling with identifying and developing the necessary skills within their teams to enhance their security posture and align with business objectives. To address this critical issue, Info-Tech Research Group has published its latest research, Build a Plan to Close Your Cybersecurity Competency Gaps. This research provides cybersecurity leaders with a structured approach to cultivating essential business-aligned security competencies within their IT teams, thereby enhancing their organization’s resilience against modern cyber threats.

According to Info-Tech’s latest research, the shortage of cybersecurity professionals, directly linked to rising costs and an escalating demand for specialized skill sets, creates significant challenges for organizations. These hurdles include uncertainty about the essential competencies required to elevate cybersecurity maturity levels. Additionally, organizations face difficulties in prioritizing which skills to develop first and how to align them with overarching organizational goals. Given the pressing nature of the cybersecurity skills gap, there is an increasing urgency for organizations to take proactive measures in addressing competency shortfalls.

“A cybersecurity development plan that focuses on equipping employees with competencies recognized by industry standards would ensure the correct skills are being developed while enabling organizations to stay competitive,” says Ahmad Jowhar, research specialist, security & privacy, at Info-Tech Research Group. “These development plans should allow organizations to prioritize which skills to mature while also tracking proficiency within those competencies. This approach would ensure organizations are meeting their security goals while also improving their overall maturity.”

The firm’s latest research provides a comprehensive strategy for cybersecurity leaders to build a tailored plan that outlines and tracks the professional growth of their security teams. Central to this approach is the emphasis on identifying and prioritizing critical competencies that are aligned with the organization’s security objectives. To support cybersecurity leaders in this effort, Info-Tech’s blueprint outlines the following key aspects of an effective cybersecurity competency development plan:

Define the unique competencies, knowledge, and abilities the organization needs in order to deliver security services.Assess proficiency gaps across defined competencies by identifying both initial and target proficiencies, as well as development actions to mitigate the gap.Prioritize competencies based on the importance of service domains, organizational priorities, and compliance requirements.Acquire competencies through certifications or training programs that are engaging, are applicable to employees’ career goals, and can be evaluated against security program objectives.

Info-Tech’s research underscores the importance of a balanced approach to workforce development and recommends that security leaders use a strategy that combines hands-on experience with validation through globally recognized credentials. This strategy not only streamlines the training process for new staff but also provides avenues for upskilling existing personnel. By integrating practical learning with credential validation, organizations can empower their security teams to effectively address the dynamic challenges of the cybersecurity threat landscape.

For exclusive and timely commentary from Ahmad Jowhar, an expert in security and privacy practice, and access to the complete Build a Plan to Close Your Cybersecurity Competency Gaps blueprint, please contact pr@infotech.com.

About Info-Tech Research Group

Info-Tech Research Group is one of the world’s leading information technology research and advisory firms, proudly serving over 30,000 IT professionals. The company produces unbiased and highly relevant research to help CIOs and IT leaders make strategic, timely, and well-informed decisions. For 25 years, Info-Tech has partnered closely with IT teams to provide them with everything they need, from actionable tools to analyst guidance, ensuring they deliver measurable results for their organizations.

Media professionals can register for unrestricted access to research across IT, HR, and software and over 200 IT and industry analysts through the firm’s Media Insiders program. To gain access, contact pr@infotech.com

For information about Info-Tech Research Group or to access the latest research, visit infotech.com and connect via LinkedIn and X.

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CBIZ TO ANNOUNCE FIRST-QUARTER 2025 RESULTS ON APRIL 24, 2025

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CLEVELAND, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CBIZ, Inc. (NYSE: CBZ) (the “Company”), a leading national professional services advisor, will announce its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, before markets open on Thursday, April 24, 2025.

A conference call to discuss the Company’s financial results will be hosted by CBIZ President and Chief Executive Officer Jerry Grisko and Chief Financial Officer Brad Lakhia at 11 a.m. (ET) on Wednesday, April 24, 2025. The conference call will be webcast live on the investor relations page of the CBIZ website at https://cbiz.gcs-web.com/investor-overview.

An archived replay of the webcast will be available following the conclusion of the call.

Investors can register at https://dpregister.com/sreg/10198710/fee4c9dc2a to receive the dial-in number and a unique personal identification number. Participants may register at any time, including up to and after the call start time.

About CBIZ
CBIZ, Inc. (NYSE: CBZ) is a leading professional services advisor to middle-market businesses nationwide. With industry knowledge and expertise in accounting, tax, advisory, benefits, insurance, and technology, CBIZ delivers actionable insights to help clients anticipate what is next and discover new ways to accelerate growth. CBIZ has more than 10,000 team members across more than 160 locations in 22 major markets coast to coast. For more information, visit www.cbiz.com

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Saudi Arabia and France Strengthen Health Cooperation Through Strategic Agreements in Biotech and Digital Health

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PARIS, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On the second day of an official visit to France, His Excellency Fahad Abdulrahman AlJalajel, Minister of Health of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, held bilateral meetings with senior French officials including Minister for Labour, Health, Solidarity and Families Catherine Vautrin, Minister for Health and Access to Care Yannick Neuder and Laurent Saint-Martin, Minister Delegate for Foreign Trade and French Nationals Abroad.

Discussions focused on strengthening cooperation in health innovation, research, workforce development, investment promotion, and supply chain resilience, aligned with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 Health Sector Transformation.

A highlight of the visit was the signing of several agreements, witnessed by Their Excellencies, designed to strengthen and expand the health partnership between Saudi Arabia and France. The first between Seha Virtual Hospital and Gustave Roussy aims to enhance cancer care and digital health through AI-powered telemedicine.

Another, signed between the Health Holding Company (HHC) and France Biotech, focuses on accelerating the development of the Health Tech and Life Sciences ecosystems in both countries by supporting healthcare startups and promoting the integration of innovative technologies.

A third agreement, between the Saudi Red Crescent Authority and Assistance publique-hôpitaux de Paris, will strengthen cooperation in Emergency Medical Services, including joint training, knowledge exchange, and best practices in emergency response.

His Excellency Minister Aljalajel stated: “I welcome the strengthening of these collaborative ties with France’s leading institutions, which reflect our commitment to advancing excellence and innovation across the health sector. These partnerships not only strengthen international ties but also position the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as a dynamic and innovation-friendly ecosystem – one that is actively attracting global innovators and creating significant opportunities for transformative impact within our evolving healthcare landscape. They represent an important step forward in achieving the goals of Vision 2030, as we continue to transform our health system to deliver world-class care and foster a thriving life sciences sector.”

The Minister’s three-day visit to Paris and Lyon demonstrates the shared commitment of Saudi Arabia and France to enhance healthcare services and innovation, while further strengthening their bilateral relationship in support of global health goals.

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Court Grants Final Order to Converge Approving Acquisition by H.I.G. Capital

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TORONTO and GATINEAU, QC, April 16, 2025 /CNW/ – Converge Technology Solutions Corp. (“Converge” or the “Company”) (TSX: CTS) (FSE: 0ZB) (OTCQX: CTSDF) announced today that the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (Commercial List) has issued a final order approving the previously announced plan of arrangement (the “Arrangement”) involving the Company and 16728421 Canada Inc. (the “Purchaser”), an affiliate of H.I.G. Capital (“H.I.G.”) pursuant to which the Purchaser will acquire all of the issued and outstanding common shares in the capital of Converge (the “Shares”), other than certain Shares held by certain shareholders who entered into rollover equity agreements.

Subject to the satisfaction or waiver, where permitted, of the remaining conditions to closing contained in the arrangement agreement entered into between the Company and the Purchaser dated February 6, 2025, as amended by the amending agreement dated April 1, 2025 (collectively, the “Arrangement Agreement”), it is anticipated that the Arrangement will be completed by the parties on or about April 22, 2025.

The Company also announced that all regulatory approvals necessary for completion of the Arrangement have now been obtained.

Questions for Depositary

Shareholders who have questions or require assistance submitting their Shares in connection with the Arrangement may direct their questions to Computershare Investor Services Inc., which is acting as depositary in connection with the Arrangement, at 1-800-564-6253 (toll-free within North America) or 1-514-982-7555 (outside of North America) or by email at corporateactions@computershare.com.

About Converge

Converge Technology Solutions Corp. is reimagining the way businesses think about IT—a vision driven by people, for people. Since 2017, we’ve focused on delivering outcomes-driven solutions that tackle human- centered challenges. As a services-led, software-enabled, IT & Cloud Solutions provider, we combine deep expertise, local connections, and global resources to deliver industry-leading solutions.

Through advanced analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), cloud platforms, cybersecurity, digital infrastructure, and workplace transformation, we empower businesses across industries to innovate, streamline operations, and achieve meaningful results. Our AIM (Advise, Implement, Manage) methodology ensures solutions are tailored to our customers’ specific needs, aligning with existing systems to drive success without complexity.

Discover IT reimagined with Converge—where innovation meets people. Learn more at convergetp.com.

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This press release contains certain “forward-looking information” and “forward-looking statements” (collectively, “forward-looking statements”) within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation regarding Converge and its business. Any statement that involves discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions, future events or performance (often but not always using phrases such as “expects”, or “does not expect”, “is expected” “anticipates” or “does not anticipate”, “plans”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “forecasts”. “estimates”, “believes” or “intends” or variations of such words and phrases or stating that certain actions, events or results “may” or “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken to occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and may be forward-looking statements.

Specifically, statements regarding the completion of the Arrangement and other statements that are not statements of historical facts are considered forward-looking information. The anticipated dates indicated may change for a number of reasons, including the necessity to extend the time limits for satisfying the other conditions for the completion of the Arrangement. The forward-looking information are based on management’s opinions, estimates and assumptions. While these opinions, estimates and assumptions are considered by the Company to be appropriate and reasonable in the circumstances as of the date of this press release, they are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that may cause the actual results, levels of activity, performance, or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information.

The forward-looking information are subject to significant risks including, without limitation: risks relating to the completion of the Arrangement and general economic conditions.

If any of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or if the opinions, estimates or assumptions underlying the forward-looking information prove incorrect, actual results or future events might vary materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking information. Although the Company has attempted to identify important risk factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking information, there may be other risk factors not presently known to the Company or that the Company presently believes are not material that could also cause actual results or future events to differ materially from those expressed in such forward-looking information.

There can be no assurance that such information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such information. Accordingly, you should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information, which speaks only as of the date made. The forward- looking information contained in this press release represents the Company’s expectations as of the date specified herein, and are subject to change after such date. However, the Company disclaims any intention or obligation or undertaking to update or revise any forward-looking information or to publicly announce the results of any revisions to any of those statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under applicable securities laws.

All of the forward-looking information contained in this press release is expressly qualified by the foregoing cautionary statements.

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