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AI security worries stall enterprise production deployments

From Big Tech executives at Cisco's AI Summit this week to market research, the industry is waking up to a major hindrance in enterprise AI adoption.

By Beth Pariseau • Feb. 4, 2026

Atlassian Rovo AI platform grows to 3 million monthly users

In this episode of IT Ops Query, Atlassian's Jamil Valliani discusses how the company grew its Rovo AI user base by eliminating adoption barriers and meeting users where they are.

By Kate Murray • Feb. 2, 2026

Outlook on IT infrastructure trends, challenges in 2026

In an age of AI, cyberthreats and outages, having a firm foundation for your technology is critical. Explore IT infrastructure trends and advice to keep your enterprise running.

By Paul Crocetti • Jan. 30, 2026

Dynatrace AI agents draw on new observability integrations

Dynatrace rolls out AI agents grounded in a newly consolidated observability data back end and user interfaces, as enterprise AI ROI now hinges on context engineering.

By Beth Pariseau • Jan. 28, 2026

21 tasks to automate today to streamline IT operations

Prioritize IT automation by ROI and domain to boost security and efficiency. Discover the top tasks to automate now and start seeing results.

By Damon Garn • Jan. 28, 2026

DevSecOps AI agents add platform context, woo enterprises

GitLab and Harness rolled out new AI agents, drawing interest from IT organizations with platform context and pricing.

By Beth Pariseau • Jan. 23, 2026

Minding the gap between prototype and production

Five software releases targeting one problem: getting from "it works" to deployed.

By Torsten Volk • Jan. 22, 2026

Top 4 IT monitoring tools for 2026

Effective monitoring is a cornerstone of any IT environment. Examine the available tool options for IT monitoring, and compare their features, benefits and costs.

By Brien Posey • Jan. 22, 2026

Top 8 observability tools for 2026

Observability tools can help developers and IT administrators improve the delivery, performance and customer experience of applications and avoid potential issues.

By Brien Posey , Robert Sheldon • Jan. 20, 2026

IBM prepares hybrid cloud twist for sovereign AI

IBM Sovereign Core proposes a control plane for AI apps that doesn't rely on any single public cloud provider, which will appeal to some large enterprises, analysts said.

By Beth Pariseau • Jan. 15, 2026

Dynatrace DevCycle buy continues observability consolidation

The combination boosts users' direct control over software rollouts, but it's far from the only newly diversified tool available for shops looking to consolidate.

By Beth Pariseau • Jan. 14, 2026

Top 8 observability trends to watch in 2026

Growing cloud, edge and AI complexity is driving IT teams to mature observability, using insights to boost reliability, reduce MTTR and link IT performance to business outcomes.

By Mary Pratt • Jan. 14, 2026

Configure domain controllers after Server 2025 upgrade

Windows Server 2025 has many new features, but how can you get the most from them? Use this tutorial to configure AD domain controllers and optimize your environment post-upgrade.

By Brien Posey • Jan. 13, 2026

Enterprise IT awaits ripple effect from Nvidia Vera Rubin

Mainstream enterprises are unlikely to own an Nvidia Vera Rubin rack-scale system, but could feel its effect on cloud services, according to analysts and early AI adopters.

By Beth Pariseau • Jan. 12, 2026

3 essential transformations to escape AI stagnation in 2026

Despite initial hype and investment, many IT orgs are not seeing returns on AI initiatives -- but a shift is coming. Will this be the year that AI changes business as we know it?

By Scott Sinclair • Jan. 9, 2026

10 DevOps engineer skills to add to your resume

DevOps plays a critical role in modern IT. As app development and deployment practices change, orgs will seek pros with hands-on experience -- and the skills to match.

By Stephen Bigelow • Jan. 8, 2026

Top 11 IT governance best practices for 2026

Modern IT governance aligns technology with business goals, manages risk, optimizes resources and uses frameworks like COBIT, ITIL and NIST to improve efficiency and compliance.

By Damon Garn • Jan. 6, 2026

Microsoft Applied Skills program puts expertise to the test

Microsoft's Applied Skills help IT pros validate hands-on technical expertise and real-world skills. But what sets these credentials apart from traditional certifications?

By Dwayne Rendell • Dec. 18, 2025

Free Docker Hardened Images challenge Chainguard

Docker calls out Chainguard by making all its hardened container images available free, while Chainguard expands its support for open source security.

By Beth Pariseau • Dec. 17, 2025

Optimize your IT budget for 2026

Maximize shrinking IT budgets by assessing current resources, aligning projects with business goals, optimizing costs and continually supporting staff development.

By Brien Posey • Dec. 17, 2025

4 ways to prepare IT departments for AI-driven change

CIOs must guide IT through AI-driven role shifts by reskilling teams and updating governance. Start planning now to ensure your operations remain resilient.

By Mary Shacklett • Dec. 16, 2025

Geek gifts 2025: nostalgia and a human touch

Believe it or not, even tech geeks can use a break from technology sometimes. This year, authentic gifts that bring back memories are a gift giver's best bet.

By Beth Pariseau • Dec. 12, 2025

Essential KPI considerations for IT operations managers

Various KPIs measure IT's operational efficiency and how well it supports business goals, but the right metrics provide actionable insights and demonstrate the overall value of IT.

By Brien Posey • Dec. 12, 2025

IBM’s Confluent buy has observability, IT ops implications

IBM's $11 billion deal for another open source software company raises possibilities for its Red Hat and HashiCorp portfolios, and for some, uneasy echoes of the past.

By Beth Pariseau • Dec. 9, 2025

7 task automation tools to increase productivity in 2026

Explore task automation tools that save time and reduce risks for IT operations by automating routine tasks, improving efficiency and minimizing errors.

By Chris Tozzi • Dec. 9, 2025