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31 Jul 2026
CIOs face IT knowledge loss as baby boomers retire
As baby boomers retire, CIOs risk losing critical institutional knowledge. CIO Joe Locandro explains how to identify knowledge gaps and preserve expertise with storytelling and AI. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jul 2026
AI as a mindset: A growth guide for CIOs
CIOs are working hard to make the most of AI. But using it solely as a technology to automate workflows, rather than as a mindset for growth, can limit its potential. Continue Reading
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17 Sep 2024
Explainable AI systems build trust, mitigate regulatory risk
Explainable AI will look different depending on whether a business is using a predictive, generative or agentic AI system. Continue Reading
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13 Sep 2024
Analysts make 4 technology predictions for 2025
While agentic AI might excite CIOs as the next iteration of AI within business workflows, it will pose challenges for businesses, Forrester Research analysts say. Continue Reading
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11 Sep 2024
Generative AI pushes CIOs to adapt strategy, find use cases
A strong AI strategy will help CIOs pick AI use cases and shed projects that aren't feasible at the moment. Continue Reading
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10 Sep 2024
Agentic AI will revolutionize business processes
As AI evolves, Forrester Research analysts believe agentic AI and automating complex business processes will be the next step forward for businesses. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Sep 2024
AI transparency: What is it and why do we need it?
As AI adoption has increased, the concept of AI transparency has broadened in scope and grown in importance. Learn what it means for enterprise AI teams. Continue Reading
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06 Sep 2024
California AI bill sets guardrails that draw criticism
The debate around California's AI bill, SB 1047, centers on potential harm to startups and stifling innovation. However, some applaud the bill's whistleblower protections. Continue Reading
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Definition
27 Aug 2024
What is C-level (C-suite)?
C-level, also called the C-suite, is a term used to describe high-ranking executive titles in an organization. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Aug 2024
JPMorgan Chase technology goal: Innovation with cost control
Financial services firm JPMorgan Chase seeks to balance technology modernization and cost optimization as it pursues initiatives like cloud migration, AI and machine learning. Continue Reading
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Definition
23 Aug 2024
Project planning: What it is and 5 steps to create a plan
Project planning is a project management discipline that addresses how to complete a project in a certain time frame, usually with clearly defined stages, milestones and designated resources. Continue Reading
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21 Aug 2024
FTC noncompete ban blocked: What businesses should know
Businesses nationwide will be able to forego the U.S. Federal Trade Commission's Sept. 4 deadline for compliance with the noncompete ban. Continue Reading
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14 Aug 2024
EU, Calif. climate risk rules prompt companies to prepare
A challenge companies are facing while preparing for compliance with climate risk reporting rules is a lack of consistency among different rules and standards. Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Aug 2024
Learn about the negative impacts of technical debt
Key leadership decisions like poor architecture to rushed processes can lead to technical debt that will affect a company long-term. Learn more about these effects. Continue Reading
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News
13 Aug 2024
What the Delta-CrowdStrike lawsuit may mean for IT contracts
The recent exchange of allegations between Delta and CrowdStrike reveals legal arguments Delta could use to recover the massive losses suffered in the CrowdStrike outage. Continue Reading
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News
06 Aug 2024
Judge will face remedy challenge in Google antitrust case
Remedies in the Google online search antitrust case could include eliminating the company's use of distribution contracts that cemented Google as a default setting. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Aug 2024
9 AI-proof IT jobs, plus how to be irreplaceable
As automation and artificial intelligence tools do more work in more organizations, some technologists are worried AI will take their job. Learn which jobs are safest and why. Continue Reading
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02 Aug 2024
GenAI strategy dictates ROI challenges for IT leaders
Enterprises can scale generative AI deployments in different ways. Each alternative comes with its own set of cost considerations and optimization approaches. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jul 2024
8 blockchain-as-a-service providers to have on your radar
You don't have to build your blockchain project from the ground up. These cloud-based service providers can provide the necessary infrastructure, networking and development tools. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jul 2024
Core competencies: What they are and how they lead to success
For any organization, its core competencies refer to the capabilities, knowledge, skills and resources that constitute its 'defining strengths.' Continue Reading
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29 Jul 2024
6 alternatives to blockchain for businesses to consider
Technologies like cloud storage and distributed databases provide some of blockchain's data-integrity and reliability advantages with fewer performance, efficiency and cost issues. Continue Reading
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Opinion
25 Jul 2024
CrowdStrike disaster exposes a hard truth about IT
Growing third-party dependencies mean more CrowdStrike-like disasters ahead. Preventing these requires a commitment to quality from vendors and robust backup plans from users. Continue Reading
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News
24 Jul 2024
FTC seeks to shed light on 'surveillance pricing'
The Federal Trade Commission's study of surveillance pricing might lead to defining what kind of consumer data can be used to affect prices of products and services. Continue Reading
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Definition
23 Jul 2024
What is a CEO (chief executive officer)?
A chief executive officer (CEO) is the highest-ranking position in an organization and responsible for implementing plans and policies related to a company's financial strength, operational efficiency and strategic management. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Jul 2024
How to overcome digital transformation fatigue
For many employees, poorly executed digital transformation projects lead to fatigue. Learn effective methods for maintaining project momentum from start to finish. Continue Reading
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19 Jul 2024
CIOs weigh generative AI costs as ROI comes into focus
GenAI deployment expenses defy conventional wisdom. IT leaders must consider the potential for higher-than-expected change management and model run costs when calculating ROI. Continue Reading
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Definition
18 Jul 2024
What is data privacy?
Data privacy, also called information privacy, is an aspect of data protection that addresses the proper storage, access, retention, immutability and security of sensitive data. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Jul 2024
Digital transformation vs. digital optimization: How to choose
Companies striving to do more with less seek innovative strategies to overcome this challenge. Learn more about digital transformation vs. digital optimization. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Jul 2024
Beyond digital transformation hype: What CIOs really think
For many IT leaders, keeping up with tech trends that improve company performance is table stakes. Learn about the realities of digital transformation beyond the hype. Continue Reading
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15 Jul 2024
J.D. Vance is a Silicon Valley insider and tech policy critic
J.D. Vance's tech policy is likely to focus on bolstering competition with China while addressing perceived political biases amid big tech platforms like Google and Meta. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Jul 2024
6 tips to plan a digital transformation budget
Formulating budgets for digital transformation projects is fraught with complexities, expectations and unknowns that differentiate it from traditional IT and business planning. Continue Reading
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News
12 Jul 2024
Businesses left in legal limbo with FTC noncompete ban
Employers need to start planning for compliance with the FTC noncompete ban, effective Sept. 4, despite uncertainty around whether the rule will hold up in court. Continue Reading
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News
11 Jul 2024
FTC, DOJ take aim at dark patterns with Adobe lawsuit
The FTC and DOJ's lawsuit against Adobe targets dark patterns by claiming that Adobe's allegedly difficult cancellation process traps consumers in unwanted subscriptions. Continue Reading
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News
10 Jul 2024
Kamala Harris might alter big tech regulation
Vice President Kamala Harris' friendliness toward the tech sector could affect President Joe Biden's regulatory efforts if she replaces him as the Democratic presidential nominee. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Jul 2024
12 digital transformation benefits for business
Efficiency, resiliency, productivity and ROI are among the most critical digital transformation benefits for businesses fighting to remain competitive and gain market share. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jul 2024
EU moves ahead while U.S. steps back on regulation
The European Commission found both Meta and Apple to be in violation of the Digital Markets Act. Continue Reading
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Definition
01 Jul 2024
product development (new product development)
Product development -- also called new product management -- is a series of steps that includes the conceptualization, design, development and marketing of newly created or rebranded goods and services. Continue Reading
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Definition
01 Jul 2024
innovation culture
Innovation culture is the work environment that leaders cultivate to nurture unorthodox thinking and its application. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jun 2024
3 takeaways from first U.S. presidential debate
Climate and taxes became hotly debated topics between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump during Thursday night's debate. Continue Reading
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News
27 Jun 2024
Data privacy legislation delayed as backlash grows
Multiple stakeholders raised issues with the American Privacy Rights Act, including removal of protections against algorithmic auditing. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Jun 2024
7 of the top tech and IT jobs in demand for the future
Businesses of the future will rely on workers with IT skills even more than they do today. Find out which jobs might be most in demand and what those roles entail. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Jun 2024
AI, economy affect 2024 tech workforce trends, survey shows
AI adoption is reshaping technology skill sets in enterprises, while lingering economic uncertainty dampens some forms of compensation, according to a TechTarget survey. Continue Reading
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Definition
14 Jun 2024
data collection
Data collection is the process of gathering data for use in business decision-making, strategic planning, research and other purposes. Continue Reading
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Definition
14 Jun 2024
chief trust officer
A chief trust officer (CTrO) in the IT industry is an executive job title given to the person responsible for building confidence around the use of customer information. Continue Reading
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Definition
12 Jun 2024
data protection impact assessment (DPIA)
A data protection impact assessment (DPIA) is a process designed to help organizations determine how data processing systems, procedures or technologies affect individuals' privacy and eliminate any risks that might violate compliance. Continue Reading
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News
07 Jun 2024
Businesses face growing patchwork of state AI laws
As U.S. states like Colorado pass their own AI laws, businesses will need to prepare compliance measures if they do business in those states. Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Jun 2024
How to lead a digital transformation: 10 key steps
Digital transformation success requires cross-organizational alignment, actionable goals and top-notch project management. Here's how leaders can create that. Continue Reading
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31 May 2024
Big tech invests billions in AI data centers globally
President Joe Biden throws his support behind Microsoft to build an AI data center in Racine, Wis., as big tech companies invest in AI infrastructure to compete. Continue Reading
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Definition
23 May 2024
Regulation SCI (Regulation Systems Compliance and Integrity)
Regulation SCI (Regulation Systems Compliance and Integrity) is a set of rules adopted by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to monitor the security and capabilities of U.S. securities markets' technology infrastructure. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 May 2024
5 tips for better communication about digital transformation
CIOs and IT leaders must communicate effectively with stakeholders to bring about a successful digital transformation. Learn how to accomplish this, as well as potential challenges. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 May 2024
Biden, Trump show stark differences on tech policy
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have taken different approaches to tech policies regarding climate, China and big tech. Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2024
CIOs face obstacles when scaling generative AI
IT leaders can expect data issues, compliance hurdles and technology coordination chores when scaling generative AI. They must also find use cases with the best business value. Continue Reading
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14 May 2024
GenAI complicates IT vendor management
IT leaders at the MIT Sloan CIO Symposium cited the challenge of managing the 'explosion' of GenAI companies while also working with vendors in maturing technology sectors. Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2024
CIOs play a role in responding to cybersecurity regulations
CIOs will need to pay attention to cybersecurity regulations that often include multiple requirements for businesses to maintain safe and secure IT systems. Continue Reading
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News
10 May 2024
Data startups at MIT Sloan CIO event aim to fill tech gaps
Cleanlab, The Modern Data Company and Pyte seek to address data quality issues, metadata management and the perils of multiparty data collaboration, respectively. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 May 2024
Attended vs. unattended RPA bots: Key differences
RPA software can be triggered manually or automatically. Learn the differences between unattended and attended RPA bots and how both can boost productivity and efficiency. Continue Reading
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Definition
09 May 2024
strategic management
Strategic management is the ongoing planning, monitoring, analysis and assessment of all necessities an organization needs to meet its goals and objectives. Continue Reading
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News
07 May 2024
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman weighs in on content authentication
OpenAI says it's working on new tools to identify content created by its generative AI tools, as Congress weighs legislation to protect individuals against AI-generated replicas. Continue Reading
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News
01 May 2024
Deepfake AI regulation a tightrope walk for Congress
AI-generated content is in the crosshairs of Congress, federal enforcement agencies and the EU as concerns around digital replicas and individual intellectual property grow. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Apr 2024
Process automation cuts costs, fills gaps at SIU med school
Southern Illinois University's School of Medicine points to software cost avoidance and the ability to supplement SaaS products as benefits of its process automation approach. Continue Reading
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26 Apr 2024
Election might decide fate of FTC noncompetes ban
If the FTC's ban on noncompete agreements survives legal challenges, it might still face problems should there be an administration change following the 2024 presidential election. Continue Reading
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News
23 Apr 2024
FTC bans noncompete agreements in split vote
Now that the FTC has issued its final rule banning noncompete clauses, it's likely to face a bevy of legal challenges. Continue Reading
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Definition
18 Apr 2024
IT budget
IT budget is the amount of money spent on an organization's information technology systems and services. It includes compensation for IT professionals and expenses related to the construction and maintenance of enterprise-wide systems and services. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Apr 2024
Ally's generative AI strategy eyes multiple LLMs, AI agents
The digital bank plans to privately host multiple LLMs on its GenAI platform, explore autonomous agent technology and evaluate employee ideas for use cases. Continue Reading
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Definition
16 Apr 2024
project scope
Project scope is the part of project planning that involves determining and documenting a list of specific project goals, deliverables, tasks, costs and deadlines. Continue Reading
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Definition
11 Apr 2024
change management
Change management is a systematic approach to dealing with the transition or transformation of an organization's goals, processes and technologies. Continue Reading
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Tip
08 Apr 2024
How to create a proof of concept with 6 free templates
What is a proof of concept and how does it help an organization? We dive into the importance of writing a PoC and provide a list of free template examples to help get you started. Continue Reading
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News
05 Apr 2024
GDPR, EU AI Act will overlap as businesses face enforcement
Enforcement of the new EU AI Act remains up in the air as governing bodies are being established. Meanwhile, DPAs grapple with how new laws will interact with existing laws. Continue Reading
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News
04 Apr 2024
Enterprise businesses use NIST AI RMF to guide AI use
The NIST AI RMF guides both developers and businesses in crafting responsible AI systems. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Mar 2024
IT project management
IT project management is the process of planning, organizing and delineating responsibility for the completion of an organizations' specific information technology (IT) goals. Continue Reading
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Definition
22 Mar 2024
chief financial officer (CFO)
A chief financial officer (CFO) is the corporate title for the person responsible for managing a company's financial operations and strategy. Continue Reading
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Definition
22 Mar 2024
chief strategy officer (CSO)
A chief strategy officer (CSO) is a C-level executive charged with helping formulate, facilitate and communicate an organization's strategic initiatives and future goals. Continue Reading
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Definition
22 Mar 2024
workflow management
Workflow management is the discipline of creating, documenting, monitoring and improving upon the series of steps, or workflow, that is required to complete a specific task. Continue Reading
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News
21 Mar 2024
DOJ sues Apple for monopolizing smartphone market
The DOJ is pursuing an antitrust case against Apple in a move the enforcement agency hopes will eventually spur competition in the smartphone market. Continue Reading
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News
20 Mar 2024
Documenting, testing will help businesses navigate AI rules
Given the U.S.'s absence of AI regulations, businesses will likely mitigate AI deployment risks through contractual language. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Mar 2024
Practical strategies for shadow IT management
Employees might believe that they need tools beyond the organization's scope. Learn how CIOs and their teams can properly manage shadow IT to avoid unnecessary risk. Continue Reading
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News
13 Mar 2024
EU AI Act sets global standard for managing AI
The EU AI Act will come into force in 2024, meaning that global enterprise businesses will need to take steps toward compliance. Continue Reading
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Definition
13 Mar 2024
big data as a service (BDaaS)
Big data as a service (BDaS) is the delivery of data platforms and tools by a cloud provider to help organizations process, manage and analyze large data sets so they can generate insights to improve business operations and gain a competitive advantage. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Mar 2024
17 potential costs of shadow IT
Companies should be vigilant and consider the significant costs associated with shadow IT. Learn about these overlooked issues and how they affect the organization. Continue Reading
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Definition
13 Mar 2024
information governance
Information governance is a holistic approach to managing corporate information by implementing processes, roles, controls and metrics that treat information as a valuable business asset. Continue Reading
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News
07 Mar 2024
DMA targets big tech platforms, furthers EU's data strategy
The EU's Digital Markets Act forces big tech companies to open their platforms to third parties and make data more accessible. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Mar 2024
5 tips for creating a data-driven culture
A Capital One data product executive lists best practices for data-driven organizations, including top-down messaging, a three-tiered data ecosystem and democratized data access. Continue Reading
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Definition
05 Mar 2024
digital strategy (digital media strategy)
A digital strategy, sometimes called a digital media strategy, is a plan for maximizing the business benefits of data assets and technology-focused initiatives. Continue Reading
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News
28 Feb 2024
Biden aims to protect data, calls for U.S. data privacy law
President Joe Biden is aiming to stop the sale of Americans' sensitive data to countries of concern, while also pushing for a U.S. data privacy law. Continue Reading
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26 Feb 2024
New merger guidelines, crackdown affect business strategies
The FTC and DOJ will be closely scrutinizing mergers and acquisitions heading into 2024 based on new merger guidelines released in December 2023. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Feb 2024
10 skills CIO job candidates need in 2024
Learn which capabilities chief information officer candidates need in 2024 if they want to land top roles and which macro factors are driving changes in IT leadership. Continue Reading
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News
20 Feb 2024
Cloud costs continue to rise in 2024
Enterprises might look more closely at workload allocation and explore alternative platforms amid ongoing cloud price hikes. Storage costs are also trending upward. Continue Reading
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15 Feb 2024
Generative AI for enterprises: ADP, IKEA launch tools
The human capital management company and the retailer have taken different roads to GenAI deployment. But both enterprises aim to boost customer experience. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Feb 2024
Top business process modeling techniques with examples
Business process modeling techniques and tools provide a visual representation of processes that's crucial to effectively monitoring, improving and streamlining the flow of tasks. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Feb 2024
How to improve and optimize a business process, step by step
The processes that form the backbone of modern business operations require continuous improvement to stay effective and efficient. Here is a method for improving them. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Feb 2024
How to develop a business process in 8 steps
Well-designed business processes help organizations achieve their goals faster, but they require planning and effort. Follow these steps to develop processes that deliver value. Continue Reading
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Definition
12 Feb 2024
robotic process automation (RPA)
Robotic process automation (RPA) is a technology that mimics the way humans interact with software to perform high-volume, repeatable tasks. Continue Reading
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News
12 Feb 2024
Businesses brace for FCC's ban on AI robocalls
The FCC's ban on AI-generated robocalls comes in response to growing concern about bad actors using AI to mimic someone's likeness and voice to spread misinformation. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Feb 2024
14 edge platforms to consider for a hybrid cloud enterprise
Edge platforms can benefit organizations by bringing resources closer to the user, leading to real-time decision-making, improved response times and increased efficiency. Continue Reading
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News
08 Feb 2024
Amazon weighs in on AI regulation
Amazon supports a risk-based approach to artificial intelligence regulation, which means focusing on regulating harmful uses of AI. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Feb 2024
8 dangers of shadow IT and how to manage them
Unauthorized devices, software and system changes -- and other forms of shadow IT -- can expose organizations to a range of security risks. Here are ways to manage them. Continue Reading
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News
01 Feb 2024
FASB rule could shake up, simplify software cost reporting
Stakeholders want a single rule for reporting software development costs in a simplified manner, which the Financial Accounting Standards Board is considering. Continue Reading
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Definition
31 Jan 2024
consumer data
Consumer data is the information that organizations collect from individuals who use internet-connected platforms, including websites, social media networks, mobile apps, text messaging apps or email systems. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Jan 2024
Cloud-native strategies pushing purchase decisions beyond IT
Buyer personas now include line-of-business groups, but senior IT management still owns most decisions, and cross-departmental collaboration, while improving, needs a lot of work. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jan 2024
competitive differentiation
Competitive differentiation is a strategic positioning tactic an organization can undertake to set its products, services and brands apart from those of its competitors. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Jan 2024
reshoring
Reshoring is the process of bringing back manufacturing or production operations to their country of origin or a nearby region. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jan 2024
FTC launches inquiry into generative AI partnerships
The FTC has announced that it's looking into the relationships between big tech companies and generative AI companies and their impact on the market. Continue Reading