CIO strategy
Today's CIOs, CTOs, CDOs and other IT leaders must tackle constantly evolving challenges. Get critical news, guides and tips on how to excel in business and technology leadership. Topics include CIO strategy, business disruption, hybrid workforces, change management, cross-departmental collaboration, and how to lead projects related to metaverse, AI, and blockchain.
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09 Sep 2024
U.S. begins rulemaking for AI developers on riskiest models
The federal government has proposed a rule outlining cybersecurity and developmental reporting requirements for both AI developers and cloud providers. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Sep 2024
6 FinOps KPIs and metrics to optimize cloud expenditures
IT leaders who adopt FinOps metrics can identify underutilized resources, improve cost allocation and build a tighter connection between cloud investment and business value. Continue Reading
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Definition
09 Jun 2022
nonprofit organization (NPO)
A nonprofit organization (NPO) is one that is not driven by profit but by dedication to a given cause that is the target of all income beyond what it takes to run the organization. Continue Reading
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08 Jun 2022
Texas social media law brings content debate to Supreme Court
The Supreme Court recently blocked a Texas social media law that would have limited content removal, but that's likely not the end of the court's involvement on the issue. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Jun 2022
Should your digital transformation include gamified apps?
Gamification means more than adding AI or video to apps, or even offering badges and prizes. See how behavioral psychology can engage, motivate and help your audience learn. Continue Reading
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08 Jun 2022
Liberty Mutual CIO tackles digital transformation complexity
Liberty Mutual's CIO discusses the difficulty of moving the global insurer to the cloud, shares why a focus on ethical AI is important and weighs in on workplace flexibility. Continue Reading
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03 Jun 2022
What is IT-business alignment and why is it important?
It's more important than ever that IT and the business operate from the same playbook. So why do so many organizations struggle to achieve IT-business alignment? Continue Reading
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Feature
31 May 2022
How IT leaders can drive digital innovation
More CEOs want their CIOs and CDOs to think strategically and help transform their organizations' products and services. Learn how some top IT leaders are tackling this challenge. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 May 2022
Key enterprise software-buying team roles, responsibilities
The enterprise software team has critical tasks to achieve for your organization's success. This guide explains each person's role and area of influence and offers tips for success. Continue Reading
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26 May 2022
Digital Advertising Act aims to break up big tech ad platforms
The Competition and Transparency in Digital Advertising Act amends an existing antitrust law to include a section specifically focused on online ad platforms. Continue Reading
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25 May 2022
Metaverse tops business leaders' list of technology trends
While the metaverse is set to be an impactful technology trend over the next decade, business leaders are also keeping an eye on existing tech that's continuing to advance. Continue Reading
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24 May 2022
MIT Sloan panelists urge cyber resilience focus
Enterprises must prepare for cyber-adversity, think beyond protection, establish lines of communication -- and learn to take a punch, according to security executives. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 May 2022
CIO career path: How to become a CIO
The career path to becoming a CIO has evolved as the role has become increasingly critical to business success. Find out how to become a CIO and what the job entails. Continue Reading
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Definition
23 May 2022
e-business (electronic business)
E-business (electronic business) is the conduct of business processes on the internet. Continue Reading
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20 May 2022
Ukrainian startup offers financial cloud, business advice
Fuel offers early-stage companies a mix of cloud-based financial products, working with domestic clients and diversifying into European and U.S. markets. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 May 2022
8 free IT strategic planning templates and examples for CIOs
As technology becomes a business differentiator, a well-thought-out IT strategy plan is more crucial than ever. These IT strategy templates help CIOs make IT a business driver. Continue Reading
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20 May 2022
In wake of crash, cryptocurrency regulation focus heightens
The recent crash of TerraUSD, a stablecoin that is a type of cryptocurrency, could rouse further regulatory scrutiny. Continue Reading
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19 May 2022
CEOs name environmental sustainability a top business focus
Businesses are increasingly focused on their environmental sustainability efforts, as investors, customers and regulators drive sustainability prioritization. Continue Reading
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19 May 2022
DHS pauses newly created Disinformation Governance Board
Concerns about the spread of disinformation prompted DHS to create the Disinformation Governance Board, which was immediately met with criticism from Republican lawmakers. Continue Reading
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Definition
17 May 2022
chief procurement officer (CPO)
The chief procurement officer, or CPO, leads an organization's procurement department and oversees the acquisitions of goods and services made by the organization. Continue Reading
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17 May 2022
MIT-CIO event explores pandemic's effect on digital ecosystems
Allan Tate, executive chair of the MIT Sloan CIO Symposium, lays out the big idea of the 2022 conference and explains how the event itself reflects its relevance. Continue Reading
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13 May 2022
Policymaker proposes commission to oversee digital platforms
The proposed Federal Digital Platform Commission would oversee tech giants and could impose penalties and conduct investigations into bad conduct. Not everyone thinks it will work. Continue Reading
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13 May 2022
Roe v. Wade reversal could hinder data privacy rights
Tech companies could start feeling pressure from consumers to limit data collection should Roe v. Wade be overturned. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 May 2022
CIO vs. CTO: Key differences in roles and responsibilities
CIOs and CTOs both play a valuable role in a company's technology strategy, but their focus and responsibilities are different. Learn more. Continue Reading
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Definition
13 May 2022
performance and accountability reporting (PAR)
Performance and accountability reporting (PAR) is the process of compiling and documenting factors that quantify an organization's achievements, efficiency and adherence to budget, comparing actual results against previously articulated goals. Continue Reading
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13 May 2022
MicroStrategy
MicroStrategy is an enterprise business intelligence (BI) application and software vendor. Continue Reading
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Definition
12 May 2022
consumerization of IT
The consumerization of IT refers to how software and hardware products designed for personal use migrated into the enterprise and were used for work purposes. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 May 2022
4 types of information technology cultures explained
How the CEO and other top leadership view the IT department has a major impact on how CIOs should make their business cases for new technology. Continue Reading
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Definition
09 May 2022
Lean Six Sigma
Lean Six Sigma is a data-driven approach to improving efficiency, customer satisfaction and profits. Continue Reading
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05 May 2022
CIOs need to balance tech with business sustainability
As CIOs consider new technologies to help reach business sustainability goals, investors also want to see the right governance in place when it comes to climate risk management. Continue Reading
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04 May 2022
Cal Poly Pomona pursues digital student experience
The public university's digital experience initiative, which builds upon its use of ServiceNow, aims to help students focus on their education rather than administrative tasks. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Apr 2022
business transformation
Business transformation is a term used to describe what happens when a company makes fundamental changes to how it operates. Continue Reading
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28 Apr 2022
AI's effects on climate change: Both good and bad
With more companies building supercomputers and infrastructure that requires a lot of compute power, AI may be doing more harm than good to the planet. Continue Reading
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27 Apr 2022
Elon Musk poised to disrupt social media industry
Elon Musk could disrupt the social media industry with his purchase of Twitter and move the company away from social media's traditional reliance on advertising revenue. Continue Reading
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Feature
27 Apr 2022
Cloud-first strategy forces big shift on IT infrastructure, skills
More and more, IT infrastructure is in the cloud. As organizations adopt cloud-first strategies, forward-looking CIOs are refocusing their teams on new roles and tasks. Continue Reading
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21 Apr 2022
Ukrainian company offers lesson in IT resilience
Keiki, a product development company, uses remote collaboration tools and cloud resources to continue operations and keep its educational apps in the hands of children. Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Apr 2022
10 critical people skills today's CIOs and IT leaders need
Learn about 10 of the most important soft skills -- from communication to empathy -- and why they are critical to successful technology leadership. Continue Reading
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Definition
20 Apr 2022
public-private partnership (PPP)
A public-private partnership (PPP) is a funding model for public infrastructure projects and initiatives such as a new telecommunications system, public transportation system, airport or power plant. Continue Reading
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15 Apr 2022
SEC chair touts benefits of climate risk disclosure rule
Interested parties are weighing in on the SEC's proposed climate risk disclosure rule, which is available for comment until May 20. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Apr 2022
Sound business process architecture requires key traits
Business processes require a coherent enterprise-level architecture. In this excerpt from his new book, Roger Burlton identifies key traits business processes should share. Continue Reading
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15 Apr 2022
Tech giants balk at competition bill, Digital Markets Act
The EU has already reached an agreement on their Digital Markets Act, which would open tech giants' tightly controlled app stores and platforms to third parties. Continue Reading
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Definition
12 Apr 2022
not for resale (NFR)
Not for resale (NFR) is a designation for products that vendors give to their channel partners for testing and educational purposes with the understanding that the channel partner will not resell those products to the end user. Continue Reading
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Definition
11 Apr 2022
IT innovation
IT (information technology) innovation in an enterprise is about using technology in new ways, where the result is a more efficient organization and an improved alignment between technology initiatives and business goals. Continue Reading
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08 Apr 2022
DOD official asks for faster commercial technology adoption
Michael Brown, director of the Defense Innovation Unit, said the lack of an effective approach to adopting commercial technology is a 'glaring weakness' in modernizing the DOD. Continue Reading
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07 Apr 2022
Long, costly road ahead for FTC antitrust case against Meta
The Federal Trade Commission's antitrust case against Meta is relying on the argument that past acquisitions helped Meta maintain its dominance in the social media market. Continue Reading
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06 Apr 2022
Gartner IT spending forecast cites higher service prices
CIOs can expect a rate hike as service providers offer their employees more competitive salaries amid talent shortages, higher attrition and soaring utilization rates. Continue Reading
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01 Apr 2022
AI systems need Energy Star-like rating, says policy expert
One expert says policymakers and data scientists need to work together to create a better framework for AI use, which could include establishing a rating system. Continue Reading
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31 Mar 2022
Tech companies in Ukraine open economic front in Russian war
Developers and engineers serve as an economic bulwark in the country's battle for survival. The regional reshuffling of talent, meanwhile, could spell higher costs for IT buyers. Continue Reading
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30 Mar 2022
Lack of competition is driving federal budget antitrust hike
In Biden's proposed budget, the FTC would gain an additional $139 million, while the DOJ's antitrust division would see an $88 million increase. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Mar 2022
How to put cybersecurity sustainability into practice
Cybersecurity sustainability practices involve mitigating cyber-risk without burning out people -- or burning through resources. Explore what that looks like on the ground. Continue Reading
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Reference
29 Mar 2022
CIO job description: Chief information officer responsibilities
Learn about the role of the chief information officer, including daily responsibilities, necessary skills and how the role is evolving in the digital age. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Mar 2022
CIO (Chief Information Officer)
A chief information officer (CIO) is the corporate executive in charge of information technology (IT) strategy and implementation. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Mar 2022
CHIPS Act moves the needle on US chip manufacturing
Not only does the CHIPS Act funnel billions into U.S. semiconductor chip manufacturing, it reflects a major change in how U.S. lawmakers view industrial policy, experts say. Continue Reading
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24 Mar 2022
SEC's proposed climate rule a game-changer for sustainability
Experts are praising the SEC's newly proposed climate risk disclosure rule, which would require businesses to bake climate risk into their overall risk management plans. Continue Reading
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23 Mar 2022
Metaverse platforms offer opportunity and risk for CIOs
Accenture's recent Technology Vision event underscored the transformational possibilities of virtual worlds, but also pointed to security and safety challenges. Continue Reading
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22 Mar 2022
The CIO's key role in environmental sustainability
With climate concerns growing by the day, technology leaders are critical to driving sustainability initiatives. Here's advice on getting those started and aligning with the business. Continue Reading
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18 Mar 2022
Russia-Ukraine war has tech buyers reassessing spending
The Russia-Ukraine war, which affects everything from inflation to chip availability, has left half of enterprise tech leaders reassessing IT and communication spending, IDC said. Continue Reading
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17 Mar 2022
China's AI regulations face technical challenge
China's AI regulations ask for things that may not be technically feasible, said Russell Wald, policy director at Stanford University's Institute for Human-Centered AI. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Mar 2022
3 benefits of sustainable cybersecurity in the enterprise
Sustainable cybersecurity means taking the long view on cyber-risk mitigation. Explore the technical, financial, societal and reputational wins it can net for the enterprise. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Mar 2022
Digital transformation projects rekindle innovation, for now
IT leaders began the year with the wind at their backs, building on investments made during the pandemic and focusing anew on innovation. Can it last amid the fog of war? Continue Reading
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Definition
15 Mar 2022
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
The chief technology officer (CTO) is the individual within an organization who oversees the current technology and creates relevant policy. Continue Reading
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14 Mar 2022
AI and disinformation in the Russia-Ukraine war
From false videos circulating on TikTok to AI-generated humans and deepfakes, the Russia-Ukraine war is playing out both in the physical world and virtually. Continue Reading
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14 Mar 2022
Experts see positives to China's new AI regulations
In the international push to regulate AI, China may have developed some of the most ambitious rules to date, according to Alan Pelz-Sharpe, founder of Deep Analysis. Continue Reading
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11 Mar 2022
Tech firms relocate Ukrainian developers
Companies tapping Ukrainian coding talent are working to relocate employees willing to move. Tech firms, in the longer term, may need to rethink resiliency plans due to the war. Continue Reading
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07 Mar 2022
US awaits bill boosting technology competition with China
China's investments in tech have spurred the U.S. to take action with a U.S. technology competition bill funneling billions into tech innovation and development. Continue Reading
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04 Mar 2022
Russian sanctions prompt tech to stop sales, curb services
At the urging of Ukraine's Vice Prime Minister Mykhailo Fedorov and economic sanctions, companies including Apple, Google and Microsoft have limited business operations in Russia. Continue Reading
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03 Mar 2022
Finance firms scrape alternative data from unexpected sources
Investment firms and individual investors use data from sources as diverse as Facebook and TikTok, private jet tracking, geolocation and sentiment analysis to buy and sell securities. Continue Reading
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25 Feb 2022
Sanctions cost Russia US tech, and that may hurt
The U.S. has issued sanctions against Russia for its military invasion of Ukraine, which could face devastating IT service delivery disruption if the conflict continues. Continue Reading
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24 Feb 2022
Radical collaboration in enterprises: How does it work?
What would a world with 'no bureaucracies, no bosses and no bull' look like? Like success, says Matt Parker in his new book, 'A Radical Enterprise.' Continue Reading
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24 Feb 2022
Digital leaders open gap on digital laggards
A Boston Consulting Group report reveals that 30% of large enterprises are on the path to becoming 'digital incumbents' while the remainder risk falling behind. Continue Reading
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16 Feb 2022
Proposal for federal tech policy focuses on privacy, security
The Future of Tech Commission wants the federal government to initiate a coordinated effort to address issues like data privacy and competition. Continue Reading
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11 Feb 2022
House bill tracks foreign investment in U.S. mergers
The Foreign Merger Subsidy Disclosure Act would allow federal antitrust enforcement agencies to track foreign government investment behind U.S. business mergers. Continue Reading
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11 Feb 2022
Why CIOs should rethink their COVID-19 digital strategy
Many organizations moved quickly to invest in business technology that helped them deal with the pandemic. Now it's time to review whether those decisions were strategic. Continue Reading
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10 Feb 2022
Sustainability in business practices: What IT should know
Bjoern Stengel, global sustainability research lead at IDC discusses the trends he's seeing in the use of sustainable tools and technologies and what leaders need to focus on. Continue Reading
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08 Feb 2022
Creating a more sustainable IT department
Technology leaders share some of the ways they're focused on lowering their carbon footprint and helping their companies advance sustainability goals. Continue Reading
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08 Feb 2022
Nvidia, Arm deal fails after heightened regulatory scrutiny
Nvidia's acquisition of Arm Ltd. faced its share of regulatory hurdles, but the global semiconductor chip shortage prompted increased scrutiny of the chip-related deal. Continue Reading
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08 Feb 2022
Federal regulatory efforts could affect VR, metaverse
Although Congress isn't looking to regulate VR or the metaverse yet, its efforts on antitrust and data privacy could have impacts down the road. Continue Reading
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02 Feb 2022
Federal data privacy law efforts fizzle
As Congress shifts to antitrust enforcement, the momentum behind creating a federal data privacy law is waning. The states, meanwhile, are adopting privacy laws. Continue Reading
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31 Jan 2022
Ukraine tech firms stay calm but ready for Russia conflict
Ukrainian software company MobiDev is ready should the Russia conflict worsen. Nearly 70% of MobiDev's clients are U.S. companies. Continue Reading
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28 Jan 2022
CIOs: Nominate your IT services partners for project award
Here's your opportunity to recognize an MSP, IT consultancy, systems integrator or other tech service provider that made a difference to your organization in 2021. Continue Reading
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21 Jan 2022
Senate antitrust legislation targeting big tech advances
Antitrust legislation targeting the business operations of companies like Apple and Google has advanced to the Senate floor, raising applause and concern. Continue Reading
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20 Jan 2022
IT spending trends point to CIO innovation
Gartner's global forecast calls for a resumption of longer-term technology projects in 2022, with hyperautomation and AI on the anticipated IT agenda. Continue Reading
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18 Jan 2022
FTC, DOJ seek public input on merger guidelines
The FTC and DOJ want public input on the government's merger guidelines, used to challenge potentially anticompetitive mergers. The agencies believe the rules are out of date and ineffective. Continue Reading
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13 Jan 2022
EU closes in on regulating big tech with Digital Markets Act
While there are some areas the EU's Digital Markets Act gets right, Boston University professor Marshall Van Alstyne said it's still a work in progress. Continue Reading
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Opinion
12 Jan 2022
Digitally mature companies drive innovation, IT spend
CIOs pushing on with their digital transformation projects will seize new opportunities in the coming year, with cybersecurity, cloud and AI among the areas for investment. Continue Reading
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10 Jan 2022
Courts need to rethink enforcement of U.S. antitrust laws
Lawmakers and regulators are taking multiple approaches to reforming antitrust laws, including lawsuits against tech giants and antitrust reform bills. Continue Reading
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06 Jan 2022
CIOs can avoid tech hype with business-IT alignment
Falling prey to emerging tech hype can lead to failed projects, wasted dollars and worse. Here is a framework for viewing technology in the right way. Continue Reading
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29 Dec 2021
Efforts to craft AI regulations will continue in 2022
Regulating AI can be challenging for many reasons, including varying definitions of fairness and explainability. However, AI regulations will be a top focus for lawmakers in 2022. Continue Reading
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28 Dec 2021
Top technology trends come down to CIO strategy in 2022
Rather than feel the wave of top tech trends of 2022 wash over them, CIOs should focus on business goals to guide their emerging tech strategy. Continue Reading
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23 Dec 2021
5 keys to IT talent development in a hybrid work model
With the tech talent shortage in full force, IT talent development is critical for every organization. Learn the essentials of doing it right. Continue Reading
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10 Dec 2021
Head of Instagram faces Senate committee grilling
U.S. Senators are calling for greater regulation of tech companies and social media platforms like Instagram. Continue Reading
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10 Dec 2021
Amazon's harms to small businesses get Senate airing
Amazon's business practices are facing scrutiny not just in the U.S., but also around the globe. Amazon was hit with a record $1.28 billion antitrust fine this week. Continue Reading
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08 Dec 2021
White House wants more antitrust enforcement focus on labor
Special Assistant to the President Tim Wu highlighted merger review as a key focus area for the DOJ and FTC as the agencies assess competition in labor markets. Continue Reading
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03 Dec 2021
Legal experts back Section 230 reform
Section 230 reform and addressing the liability protections afforded large tech companies is a divisive debate that has yet to result in bipartisan bills. Continue Reading
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23 Nov 2021
Planning key to navigating a U.S. government shutdown
Federal contractors and IT vendors should brush up on plans to navigate a government shutdown as a Dec. 3 funding deadline approaches. Continue Reading
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22 Nov 2021
DOD invites Google, Oracle to bid on JWCC cloud contract
Google has been invited to bid on the Department of Defense's Joint Warfighter Cloud Capability multi-vendor contract. One analyst says Google is well set up to be a contender. Continue Reading
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19 Nov 2021
US-China commission recommends business transparency
The U.S. China commission recommended that businesses be transparent about their Chinese operations as both companies and Congress face tough policy and regulatory hurdles. Continue Reading
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19 Nov 2021
U.S. infrastructure bill aims to close the digital divide
The U.S. infrastructure bill intends to close the digital divide with $65 billion in new spending. But it may still leave the U.S. behind China and Europe in high-speed internet access. Continue Reading
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12 Nov 2021
Antitrust reform is uncertain despite bipartisan support
Strong bipartisan support for antitrust reform has resulted in the introduction of numerous antitrust reform bills that may face a tough road toward being enacted into law. Continue Reading
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08 Nov 2021
C-suites need to prioritize sustainability, climate change plans
Government regulations are one driving force behind business sustainability and climate change efforts. Following the UN COP26, businesses should be prepared for more regulation. Continue Reading
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05 Nov 2021
EU's Digital Markets Act could affect US job growth
Experts argue that the European Commission's Digital Markets Act, which aims to curb the influence of powerful tech giants, might have unintended consequences. Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Nov 2021
Overlooked relationships CIOs should build within the C-suite
To lead transformation and meet business goals, CIOs must work with other C-level executives. With an ever-expanding C-suite, the possibilities for collaboration are endless. Continue Reading