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Hybrid: A new project management approach

Hybrid project management promises huge gains in improving product delivery and time to market compared with other methods.

The ultra-optimistic case for AI in business

4 reasons why you should welcome automation.

Cloud ERP: The rising alternative to hosting your own

CIOs faced with brittle on-premises ERP systems and the desire to free up valuable IT resources are increasingly looking to the cloud as a reliable, scalable solution for their ERP needs.

How to keep ‘culture fit’ from killing workplace diversity

Workplace culture can be a strong determining factor for success. But emphasizing culture fit when hiring can result in an unhealthy monoculture if you arenu2019t taking steps to foster diversity and inclusion.

CIOs are totally stressed out: Here’s how to help

Caught between trying to maintain legacy systems and be agile enough to foresee trends in the market, IT administrators feel pulled in two different directions.

4 keys to aligning executives on digital strategy and priorities

Gaining executive alignment on strategic programs is critical because digital transformation requires organizations to move smarter and faster.

CIOs: Is your team ready for the future?

CIOs discuss how to build future-ready teams, sharing many useful ideas for all leaders experiencing business change.

Time to fire your frozen middle managers?

Middle managers are blockers: the "frozen middle" that causes businesses to fail by blocking necessary changes. CIOs must deal firmly with the negative middle manager layer if they are to succeed in a challenging world.

Acquiring new technology: The data intelligence dance

You need to bring together teams from different departments and business lines to develop a cohesive implementation approach and achieve group consensus. This process is what I refer to as u201cData Intelligence.u201d

Bringing your best service delivery game

A critical aspect of winning at service delivery is strong relationships. The sooner you can understand that building strong relationships, or partnerships, is the foundation for winning at anything, the better.

IT professionals should watch their language

IT folks want to be recognized for creating business value, yet too often they are referred to as people who merely provide technology. Itu2019s frustrating! But consider how most IT professionals talk about themselves and their projects. A seemingly

Leadership training: 10 online resources for developing leadership skills

Effective management requires strong leadership skills. These 10 online leadership training resources offer professional development for those seeking to strengthen their management skills u2014 and some of them are free.

Blockchain might fatten your wallet – here’s what you should know

Few people have heard about blockchain and even fewer understand what it can do. Yet by 2025, it will become a major component of individual international commerce.

Who is winning in text message (SMS) marketing?

Recent court decisions provide much needed clarity around issues of u201cconsentu201d so that businesses using text message marketing know when they can rely on the recipientu2019s consent.

Do IT like Darwin

Whatu2019s Darwin going to teach us about business in 2017?rn

Artificial intelligence in sales: 10 companies to watch

Disruption by AI in sales.

Cloud computing and the costs: a love-hate relationship

Rather than advancing their digital strategies, focusing on cost savings is still the top priority for companies using the cloud. Yet, many of them are struggling to garner the desired economic benefits.

How AI is revolutionizing recruiting and hiring

Artificial intelligence is fast establishing itself as a game-changer in the recruiting process, enabling organizations to more readily find and hire just the right candidate for the job.

Project management: 7 steps to on-time, on-budget, goal-based delivery

Project managers who follow these seven high-level project management tips will achieve on-time, on-budget, goal-focused delivery of high-profile projects, thereby increasing their project success rates and career prospects.

Prepare the cavalry: The makings of an IT revolution

The battles can be messy, the causalities great, and the opposition fierce. But we also know that should we come out the other end, transformation is around the corner.

How to measure cybersecurity effectiveness — before it’s too late

The majority of organizations don't apply metrics to their cybersecurity efforts, and those that do often measure the wrong things. Hereu2019s how to ensure your cybersecurity projects pay off.

Why every IT department should compete in a Hackathon

Artificial intelligence and its effects on productivity and people’s lives

AI is advancing rapidly and will change everything we do as individuals and as a society. Here's a look at how AI will affect the way we work and live in the next decade.

Getting your environment right

Your goal should be constantly keeping your non-production environments ahead of your teams, just like keeping your requirements backlog with any UX designs ahead of your teams.

7 must-have project management skills

A good u2014 or bad u2014 IT project manager can make the difference between a project coming in on time and on budget and it being a failure. How can you spot a good project manager? CIO.com talked to project management professionals and IT executiv

How QVC is closing the IT-business chasm

Todd Sprinkle, CIO of QVC, uses his own blend of business and technology career experience to ensure IT and product are in lockstep.

Big data in financial services: 9 companies to watch

Here's a look at the companies bringing big data to the financial services sector and how they are transforming the landscape to be more forward thinking and better prepared for the future of finance.

Putting work and resource management on the CIO agenda where it belongs

The CIO is in a unique position to equip teams across the organization with collaborative tools that meet security and technology standards and enable the new virtual, global workforce.

How VMware is re-thinking security for the cloud era

With AppDefense, VMware aims to protect apps and data running in virtualized and cloud environments.

Digital revolution opens a world of opportunity for better government service

Public sector trailblazers are at a tipping point. As citizen demand for digital government continues to rise, organizations are finding new, more collaborative and innovative approaches to improving both services and outcomes

10 signs you’re ready for AI — but might not succeed

Not every problem can be solved by machine learning, and not every company is poised to apply AI. Hereu2019s how to know whether your IT organization is ready to reap the benefits of artificial intelligence.

The 13 best-value cities for hiring tech talent

With low business costs and strong talent labor markets, these U.S. and Canadian cities offer the best bang for your hiring buck.

How to build a cybersecurity team

Building a cybersecurity team to address growing security threats can be challenging. Learn how some companies are tackling the issue.

What the FDA’s new pre-certification program means for digital health and medical device industries

The recently announced FDA pre-cert program is likely to expand the market for innovative new digital health solutions while also providing a boost for traditional medical device companies. However, there are likely to be some important exclusions.rn

How automation is reshaping how businesses engage with customers

Applying artificial intelligence and robotics to the customer journey is setting the stage for long-term digital transformation.

How to fix the data integration mess

Once you've admitted there's a problem, it's time to figure out how to get started fixing it.

5 ways you could avoid and prepare for cyberattacks in your organization

Preparing for any potential cyberattack is an increasingly important precautionary steps in every organization. Here's how your team could do it without disrupting existing processes.

Game of Thrones and the customer journey

Even if you arenu2019t a rabid Game of Thrones fan, youu2019ve probably heard a lot about it.

Do you speak body language?

How important is body language to a successful business presentation?

How GitLab built a worldwide enterprise even when everybody stopped showing up

One isnu2019t the loneliest number…

Disruption by blockchain: real estate

8 ways blockchain technology will disrupt the real estate industry.

What to look for in a tech solution for revenue recognition

In my last post, I discussed many of the key challenges in accounting for revenue under ASC 606. I also proposed the idea that an automated revenue recognition solution may be warranted for your organization, depending on the volume and complexity o

Want to drive business growth? Instill a sense of shared purpose

According to Gallup, over 80% of the workforce is disengaged at a time when engagement is more important than ever. The average lifespan of a company is shrinking while the pace of innovation is getting faster. Building a business that thrives when t

Have you had your Bezos moment? What you can learn from Amazon

Innovation at the edges will never work if an organizationu2019s core systems are locked up.

Free Course: Apex for beginners

Want to learn how to code in Salesforce but not sure where to start? Let this free online course be your introduction to Apex.

Tech resume resources: Resume makeovers, examples, and expert advice

When it's time to update your resume, you may find it difficult to figure out how to effectively highlight your accomplishments while keeping the document concise. With the tech resume resources available here, you'll see how to rework your

E-commerce success: 7 mistakes to avoid like the plague

Starting an e-commerce business does not have to be difficult, but companies should always be conscious of their decisions. Diving in with an established plan and clear goals can make all the difference between a quick exit and an established, well-l

Why rate of change should be the most important metric in your company

Most disruptive companies that challenged the status quo and became industry leaders were not interested in looking for mere strategic advantages, or incremental improvements over the competition. They resolutely cultivated a culture that empowered t

How to pick collaboration tools

With more than 2,000 options in the market, it can be much more complex than expected

What banks can learn from fintech startups

To weather the fintech marketu2019s overgrowth, traditional banks can ramp up digital investments and operate more like nimble startups by turning existing capabilities into reusable assets designed for broad consumption.