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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17 Sep 2024
Former OpenAI associates fear AGI, lack of U.S. AI policy
Since the U.S. lacks an overarching AI policy, insiders worry that existing AI harms aren't being addressed and that artificial general intelligence could increase risks. 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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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
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29 Oct 2021
For big tech regulation, one-size-fits-all won't work
Economist Carl Shapiro said to get big tech regulation right, Congress can't lump Google, Apple, Amazon and Facebook into the same category. Continue Reading
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22 Oct 2021
Calls for federal data privacy law grow alongside AR, VR use
A federal data privacy law would provide crucial safety guidance for development and adoption of technologies like augmented and virtual reality, according to Rep. Suzan DelBene. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
22 Oct 2021
4 ways CIOs can adapt metrics for the new workplace
The limitations of traditional leadership and enterprise metrics are coming to the fore. To adapt, CIOs will need to focus on flexibility, resiliency and employee wellness. Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Oct 2021
Big opportunities for strategic CIO leadership today
CIOs and technology leaders have unprecedented opportunities to lead their enterprises in meeting today's new demands. Here are some of those opportunities -- and some challenges. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Oct 2021
5 ways to improve the CIO-CISO relationship
CIOs and CISOs need to work together for the benefit of the whole organization. To break the mold of hostility, C-suite leaders need to prioritize collaboration and mutual respect. Continue Reading
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15 Oct 2021
China wants more say in setting global technology standards
China wants a bigger seat at the global technology standards-setting table, and experts advise the U.S. to take a cautious yet optimistic approach to its growing interest. Continue Reading
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06 Oct 2021
Facebook whistleblower slams company's practices
Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen condemned the company's practice of shielding internal research and called upon Congress to take action. Continue Reading
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30 Sep 2021
Senators fault Facebook on leaked research about teen users
Facebook's global head of safety defended the company's platforms after leaked internal research showed Facebook and Instagram negatively affect teens' mental health. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
29 Sep 2021
CIOs lead digital transformation as pilots, co-pilots, engineers
According to Genpact's partnered study with the MIT Sloan CIO Symposium, CIOs assume one of three roles: pilots, co-pilots or engineers. Here's how each role leads digital change. Continue Reading
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Definition
23 Sep 2021
coopetition (co-opetition)
Coopetition is a business strategy that uses insights gained from game theory to understand when it is better for competitors to work together. Continue Reading
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23 Sep 2021
Senators press Facebook, Google on consumer data value
Facebook and Google took the hot seat Tuesday during a Senate subcommittee hearing to defend their companies' business practices and answered questions regarding consumer data. Continue Reading
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17 Sep 2021
FTC rescinds vertical merger guidelines, raises concerns
The FTC recently rescinded its 2020 guidance for vertical mergers. Meanwhile, Pres. Joe Biden plans to nominate a new commissioner to the FTC board. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Sep 2021
Top 10 promising 5G use cases CIOs should know
The technological advantages 5G presents are well known. The hard part for business leaders is choosing where 5G implementation can be the difference maker for their organization. Continue Reading
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10 Sep 2021
China's crackdown spells trouble for U.S. businesses
As China's crackdown on businesses sounds alarm bells for C-suite executives, a U.S. district judge handed down a long-awaited verdict in the Apple vs. Epic Games trial. Continue Reading
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02 Sep 2021
South Korea law upends app store practices
A new law in South Korea enables developers to use payment systems outside those offered by app store platform providers. One expert said other governments may follow suit. Continue Reading
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31 Aug 2021
Governments continue to eye data privacy, forcing CIOs to adapt
With new data privacy regulations like China's personal data protection law coming down the pike, CIOs need to make privacy and security the central focus of their overall IT strategies. Continue Reading
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27 Aug 2021
App store commission fees scrutinized by South Korea
In this week's antitrust roundup, South Korean officials focus in on Apple and Google app store practices, while U.S. officials meet with tech leadership to discuss cybersecurity. Continue Reading
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13 Aug 2021
Apple's fight against child abuse prompts data privacy concerns
Apple is launching features to detect child abuse images in photos and messages. But data privacy experts have some concerns about how else the technology might be used. Continue Reading
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30 Jul 2021
FTC's change to policy could make for healthier mergers
Cornell's Robert Hockett said the FTC's recent decision to rescind a 1995 policy could help prevent bad mergers, as scrutiny of big tech acquisitions ramps up. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jul 2021
Chinese regulatory crackdown is about control, not data privacy
Despite China's messaging, analysts believe the government's recent regulatory tightening on tech companies is more about control than data privacy concerns. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Jul 2021
balanced scorecard
The balance scorecard (BSC) is a management system aimed at translating an organization's strategic goals into a set of organizational performance objectives that, in turn, are measured, monitored, and changed if necessary to ensure that an organizations strategic goals are met. Continue Reading
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26 Jul 2021
Regulators need to rethink big tech regulation, expert says
A Boston University professor argues that big tech regulation may need to focus more on creating competition through data access rather than through breaking up large companies. Continue Reading
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23 Jul 2021
FTC changes course on prior approval for reattempted mergers
The FTC has opened the doors to routinely requiring prior approval for reattempted mergers, as well as requiring prior notice of mergers beyond what's required in the Clayton Act. Continue Reading
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16 Jul 2021
Legacy regulatory practices won't rein in tech giants
French authorities fined Google $593 million this week, shedding light on how current regulations won't have meaningful effect on the business practices of tech giants. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
12 Jul 2021
Can tech self-correct the skills gap by upskilling employees?
You'll need a rock-solid L&D plan, the support of stakeholders and employee buy-in to close the skills gap in your organization. Here's what leaders need to know. Continue Reading
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09 Jul 2021
Executive order zeros in on big tech, anticompetitive behavior
President Biden signed an EO that enhances merger scrutiny and tasks the FTC with creating rules for data accumulation and unfair competitive practices in online marketplaces. Continue Reading
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08 Jul 2021
Senate dilutes US Innovation and Competition Act of 2021
Senators stripped out billions for a technology directorate in the U.S. Innovation and Competition Act. The bill now heads to the House. Continue Reading
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02 Jul 2021
FTC broadens antitrust enforcement powers
The Federal Trade Commission took steps Thursday to broaden its powers by increasing the scope of antitrust inquiry, streamlining rulemaking and expediting investigations. Continue Reading
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28 Jun 2021
Antitrust lawsuits against Facebook dismissed
A federal court dismissed two antitrust lawsuits against Facebook, which alleged the social media company acquired competitive companies to maintain dominant market power. Continue Reading
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25 Jun 2021
Europe's scrutiny of big tech business practices continues
This week, the EU launched an investigation into Google's ad practices. Meanwhile, the U.K. focuses on fake reviews and Germany takes a closer look at Apple App Store practices. Continue Reading
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24 Jun 2021
House Judiciary Committee advances 6 antitrust reform bills
Six antitrust reform bills made it through the House Judiciary Committee review and will now be considered by the House of Representatives. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Jun 2021
A CIO's guide to legacy system modernization
For CIOs, understanding what legacy system modernization entails, when it's necessary and which approaches are right for their needs leads to optimal performance in the enterprise. Continue Reading
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16 Jun 2021
Senators push Amazon, Google on connected IoT device market
During a Senate subcommittee antitrust hearing, Amazon and Google claimed to be making their connected IoT devices more interoperable. Others disagreed. Continue Reading
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14 Jun 2021
5 antitrust reform bills look to rein in big tech
A House subcommittee introduced a group of antitrust reform bills that could reshape how companies like Google, Apple, Amazon and Facebook do business. Continue Reading
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28 May 2021
For big tech regulation, a hammer may not be the answer
Experts believe breaking up big tech companies does more harm than good. Other, light-handed approaches, including third-party audits of algorithms, might be better. Continue Reading
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25 May 2021
Amazon hit with antitrust lawsuit
Amazon is facing an antitrust lawsuit for fixing retail product prices. Experts said the argument likely won't hold up and Amazon will fight it 'tooth and nail.' Continue Reading
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21 May 2021
Tim Cook takes stand in Apple, Epic lawsuit
Apple CEO Tim Cook faced questions from both Epic Games and Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers over Apple's App Store practices. Continue Reading
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07 May 2021
Antitrust enforcement needs money not reform, experts say
Antitrust experts said amending merger and acquisition laws would hamper competition. Instead, agencies should be better funded to expand on the work they're already doing. Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2021
EU charges Apple with antitrust violations
The European Union is charging Apple with App Store antitrust violations. The charges stem from a 2019 complaint filed by Spotify. Continue Reading
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27 Apr 2021
Social media algorithms under Senate microscope
Social media algorithms, like those from Facebook, Twitter and YouTube, have created economies and sowed misinformation. Senators want to know how they should be legislated. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Apr 2021
4 benefits of cross-functional agile teams
As organizations are adopting more agile practices, we're diving into how they can benefit from creating cross-functional agile teams across multiple departments. Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Apr 2021
CIO role post-pandemic is 'opportunity of a lifetime'
What is the CIO's role in 2021? Genpact's Sanjay Srivastava, a speaker at this year's MIT Sloan CIO Symposium, says CIOs are becoming 'co-creators' of new business models. Continue Reading
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06 Apr 2021
Evolving role of the CIO key to the future of work
Allan Tate, executive chair of the MIT Sloan CIO Symposium, explains how the pandemic pushed CIOs to the forefront as enterprises scrambled to adapt to a new normal. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Mar 2021
5 ways to gain the financial benefits of cloud computing
For organizations migrating to the cloud, we've compiled a list of the top strategies to use to ensure they're saving on costs along the way. Continue Reading
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Definition
15 Mar 2021
transformational leadership
Transformational leadership is a management philosophy that encourages and inspires employees to innovate and develop new ways to grow and improve the path to a company's future success. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Feb 2021
4 tips on how to reduce IT infrastructure costs
As organizations reevaluate their budgets to keep up with today's economy, experts provide tips on how they can effectively reduce IT costs. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Feb 2021
7 IT cost optimization strategies for CIOs
We've compiled a list of seven IT cost optimization strategies CIOs can apply to any framework to help reduce costs within their organizations while still enabling business operations. Continue Reading
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News
11 Feb 2021
Big tech regulation a delicate balance for US government
Experts argue regulation needs to be well thought out to avoid stifling innovation and fundamentally misunderstanding how online platforms operate. Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Feb 2021
Biden wants review of IT exemption in Buy American law
Commercial IT products including hardware and software systems could soon fall under the purview of the Buy American Act if their exemption is removed. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Feb 2021
Understanding the difference between RPA and AI
RPA and AI adoption are rapidly increasing, but there's still some confusion over the coevolving technologies. Here we dive into their capabilities and how they can work together. Continue Reading
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Feature
27 Jan 2021
CIOs use data, tech to tackle racial disparities in healthcare
CIOs are looking at data and democratizing technology to help health systems address racial and economic disparities that COVID-19 made impossible to ignore. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Jan 2021
3 steps to recalibrate a strategic IT roadmap
Business leaders must reevaluate their IT roadmap to ensure it aligns with today's growing landscape. Deloitte's IBM Alliance Lead Terri Cobb shares three steps to help get started. Continue Reading
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21 Jan 2021
Cloud, security top list of IT spending priorities
The COVID-19 pandemic's influence on IT spending will continue into 2021, as organizations bolster security, accelerate cloud adoption and implement robotic process automation. Continue Reading
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11 Jan 2021
Parler sues AWS, seeks restraining order
After abruptly losing web-hosting services, Parler sues AWS, alleging breach of contract and antitrust behavior. Continue Reading
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15 Dec 2020
Efforts to break up big tech expected to continue under Biden
Antitrust forces expect the Biden administration to pursue federal antitrust litigation and lawmaking. But Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris have strong ties to big tech. Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Dec 2020
5 strategies to deliver customer service in information technology
Organizations undergo digital initiatives with the customer in mind, but to deliver outstanding CX, CIOs and their teams must provide the same service and UX to employees. Continue Reading
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09 Dec 2020
FTC, states sue Facebook for breaking antitrust laws
The antitrust lawsuits allege Facebook impeded competition by buying up rivals to control the market. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
24 Nov 2020
5 ways to keep developers happy so they deliver great CX
Companies need to work on ensuring their developers are satisfied with their jobs and how they're treated, otherwise it'll be customer satisfaction that inevitably suffers. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
20 Nov 2020
Cloud and data considerations for new business models
Enterprises need to manage complex data structures in the cloud without sparing security and compliance. Here's what companies need to consider as they move to embrace cloud adoption. Continue Reading
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16 Nov 2020
Enterprise execs talk post-pandemic strategy
At the Connected Enterprise conference, a cross-section of CIOs and other IT leaders discussed their plans for a future in a post-pandemic workplace and what they've learned so far. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Nov 2020
CIOs: Nominate your IT services partner for project award
Here's your opportunity to recognize an MSP, IT consultancy, systems integrator or other tech service provider that has made a difference to your organization. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
06 Nov 2020
Communication best practices for companies during COVID-19
Many teams have been separated for most of the year, but are they communicating effectively? Use these communication best practices to help collaboration as teams remain separated. Continue Reading
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30 Oct 2020
Cybersecurity and resilience tips from the city of Atlanta CIO
Gary Brantley, CIO of the city of Atlanta, spoke at the 2020 Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo Americas about how the city's IT department rebounded after a 2018 ransomware attack. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Oct 2020
How to develop a technology strategy
Implementing a technology strategy can be difficult for any CIO, but following this step-by-step guide enables them to build one that delivers on an organization's needs. Continue Reading
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20 Oct 2020
Government action on big tech monopoly power moving quickly
Government antitrust actions are building against tech giants Amazon, Apple, Facebook and Google. They could lead to tighter regulation or even a breakup. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
15 Oct 2020
8 ways CIOs can help companies emerge strong after COVID-19
We continue to navigate the choppy waters created by the COVID-19 pandemic, but here are eight ways companies can enable digital transformation and overcome an uncertain economy. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Oct 2020
6 tips for CIOs managing technical debt
Managing technical debt can be a challenge, but stepping back and positioning each project in the bigger picture can help minimize it going forward. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Sep 2020
Enterprise architect job still requires IT in critical role
Jeanne Ross offers advice to existing and aspiring enterprise architects and discusses the latest trends as she reflects on 26 years of researching enterprise architecture at MIT. Continue Reading
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23 Sep 2020
Holy Grail still elusive in enterprise architecture strategy
MIT's Jeanne Ross discusses why enterprise architecture projects succeed and fail and what companies can do to better align technology with strategic business goals. Continue Reading
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18 Sep 2020
MSP roles and responsibilities are undergoing rapid change -- here's why
It's a new era for managed service providers and CIOs. MSPs increasingly act as strategic partners, helping IT teams fulfill the outsized role technology plays in business success. Continue Reading
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16 Sep 2020
Enterprise architecture strategy experts offer pandemic tips
Enterprise architecture experts offer up advice and tips for organizations coping with budget constraints and staffing pressures in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Sep 2020
Top 5 executive soft skills CIOs need to lead today
To help navigate through a crisis like the pandemic, IT executives are drawing on their leadership and interpersonal skills as much as -- if not more than -- their technical ones. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
02 Sep 2020
The return-to-work challenge: Ensuring employees remain safe
Simone Fenton-Jarvis offers some advice on how companies looking to reopen their offices safely could do so, allowing employees to actually be safe and feel it too. Continue Reading
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News
31 Aug 2020
Some enterprise architects face layoffs with COVID cost cuts
Some companies are reducing their enterprise architecture teams or reassigning staff to other IT tasks to cope with budget tightening in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
28 Aug 2020
Why you should consider the transformative power of Agile
Saggezza speaks with Mastercard and WillScot to offer a look at the Agile methodology for software development and how teams may benefit from using it in 2020. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Aug 2020
Everything CIOs need to know about IT business continuity plans
Carrying out a BC plan has become vital to organizations, especially as they deal with the effects of the pandemic. Here, we discuss what the plan entails and the role the CIO plays. Continue Reading
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14 Aug 2020
The IT thought leader's guide to the future of work
Forward-looking IT leaders aren't waiting for the post-COVID-19 era to happen. They're shaping the technology trends and processes that will support future work environments. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Jul 2020
Why structural change in an organization is key
In her book 'Dynamic Reteaming,' Heidi Helfand dives into the importance of reteaming and provides strategies organizations can use to ensure it's done effectively in the workplace. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Jul 2020
How to effectively manage your IT team working from home
For IT staff to be able to work and provide support for other employees in a remote setting, organizations must first ensure they have the proper setup and infrastructure in place. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Jul 2020
4 ways CIOs can reduce IT costs through third-party spending
We've identified the top four ways in which CIOs can drive IT cost savings within their organizations -- in order of low to high -- through their third-party spending. Continue Reading
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02 Jul 2020
Post COVID-19 strategies for CIOs on leading through crisis
To see their companies through the current crisis, CIOs should consider these five strategies focused around IT budgets, innovation, cybersecurity, trusted data and employee wellness. Continue Reading
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30 Jun 2020
How companies can manage HR risk during global expansion
Companies must consider how to handle global hiring as they navigate the changing worldwide landscape as the result of the pandemic. Ben Wright explains several methods available. Continue Reading
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Infographic
24 Jun 2020
How CIOs can achieve cloud cost savings in 3 steps
With this three-pronged cloud savings framework, organizations can alleviate the enterprise IT cost pressures they're experiencing as a result of the pandemic in as little as 30 days. Continue Reading
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18 Jun 2020
3 CIOs talk driving IT strategy during COVID-19 pandemic
At the 2020 MIT Sloan CIO Symposium Leadership Award presentation, the finalists discussed their role in helping manage their companies through a crisis and prepare them for recovery. Continue Reading
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12 Jun 2020
COVID-19 speeds up future-of-work plans for companies
Forrester Research analysts look at how companies must contend with four "shocks" for their future-of-work plans to have any measure of success. Continue Reading
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11 Jun 2020
Why is innovative leadership essential in the workplace?
Mark McClain, co-founder and CEO of SailPoint, discusses how he became an innovative leader in business today and how it helped create a collaborative environment in the workplace. Continue Reading
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10 Jun 2020
SailPoint CEO drives leadership values in the workplace
Sometimes, it's not just about the technology. In his book, Mark McClain dives into the importance of generating a people-centered culture where values are core to organizational success. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Jun 2020
Involve your security team in the decision-making process
It's time for businesses to include security teams in project planning -- even when it's not cybersecurity related -- because their experience provides diverse insights that might otherwise be missed. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 Jun 2020
CIO strategies for COVID-19 require new long-term IT planning
CIOs should look beyond the immediate IT requirements created by the COVID-19 outbreak and think about what will be needed in post-pandemic environments. Continue Reading
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26 May 2020
Top IT priorities for 2020 align with COVID-19, but spending falls
The biggest IT spending drivers from TechTarget's 2020 IT Priorities Survey remain relevant amid the COVID-19 pandemic, although cuts in planned spending are likely. Continue Reading
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Feature
21 May 2020
How companies can ensure success working from home
Analyst Andrew Hewitt explains how companies have adjusted to remote work, what they need to be effective now and what to consider before reopening the office. Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2020
IT spending now expected to decline 5.1% in face of pandemic
Spending on PCs and mobile devices in 2020 is expected to take the biggest hit, according to analyst firm IDC -- but spending on IT infrastructure will rise. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 May 2020
How IT leaders in retail can tap into blockchain's potential
By creating a solid data foundation based on standards, data quality checks and collaboration, blockchain for retail use cases could eventually usher in the user experience that customers want. Continue Reading