The tech industry has long been a male-dominated industry and if you go back even fifteen years, it was unusual to see a woman in such a role. Yet over the last decade, a significant shift has taken place and women are increasingly entering, shaping and leading in the world of technology. Not only is this a fantastic way to bring in fresh perspectives and innovative solutions, but also shows a more inclusive approach to problem solving. Historically women in tech have faced limited opportunities and unconscious bias but growing advocacy has led to women breaking the barriers and carving a name for themselves in the tech world. From becoming leaders in coding, to tech marketing experts, pretty much all fields are now covered by women. In this article we take a look at the rise of women in tech and what this means.
Better Business for Gender-Equal Companies
It has been found that companies with more diverse teams consistently outperform their peers. It’s no secret that the way the male and female brain works is different, so by having more women in tech, businesses are able to utilize these different thinking strategies. They can foster more creativity and innovation, improve company culture and reflect on the diversity of customers and users. When your team knows the minds of all different audiences, it makes it easier to represent them with the products and services offered. This can lead to better decision-making and profitability.
More Efforts to Encourage Women to Enter Tech Fields
In the past few years, there has been a real increase in the opportunities for women to enter the tech field. Things such as coding are being taught to schoolchildren of all genders from a young age and there is more access overall to education and STEM programs. There are also a lot more support networks available and membership initiatives with the aim to get more women in tech. Companies have worked hard to prioritize diversity and inclusion and this can be seen by the rising numbers of women in the tech field.
The Rise of Female Tech Leaders
While the landscape of tech used to be majoritively male, there are now women not just participating in tech, but also leading it. Some of the most notable include Ginni Rometty (former CEO of IBM), Reshma Saujani (Founder of Girls Who Code) and Whitney Wolfe Herd (Founder and CEO of Bumble). These show the changing figureheads in the industry and how important they are.
This is a brief look at the rise of women in tech and what it means for those looking to pursue a career in the field. The evidence is clear that the future is bright for women in tech and with more and more females entering the field and a better access to tech education, the shift is only going to continue getting stronger. The momentum is clear and we can’t wait to see what continues to happen as time goes on.
