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tech are at the end of secondary school and at the workforce entrance .
Moran says the decline of women in the sector and the continued downward spiral will disrupt innovation in the industry .
She said : “ Women often bring a different perspective that can enhance technology and user experience , which can often be lacking in end products that are developed with male dominance .
When asked for advice to encourage aspiring girls at school into the technology industry , Moran revealed three important tips .
She said : “ I think my most valuable advice to girls considering a career in technology would be that the industry desperately needs you .
“ With the tech space so male-dominated and a lack of female role models and teachers , it would be easy to think otherwise .
Juliet Moran , Technical Director at TelephoneSystems . Cloud
“ A lack of empathy and understanding of humans is where software can fail . With good testing , it ’ s never the actual code that ’ s the problem , and with AI , eventually , that won ’ t be needed .
“ A good understanding of humans , technology and how they interact is essential in the industry and I believe women have the advantage here , it ’ s just an area that is often missed due to stereotyping .
“ If you are an employer and you are not employing women in your tech department , then you are missing out and it will be detrimental to your business .”
“ It is also important to remember that male bravado is there to make them feel better about themselves , but women shouldn ’ t fall for that game because they have just as much talent and right to be there .
“ My final piece of advice would be to consider that technology is one of the most exciting and ever-changing industries to be involved in .
“ You will never be bored and there will always be innovative and game-changing projects to work on , so please don ’ t be fooled by the stereotypes which start in school that make technology feel geeky , unapproachable and boring .” x
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