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5 enterprise cloud strategy trends for 2019

clint_boulton@idg.com — Fri, 21 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0400

Cloud computing has become the de facto platform for fueling digital transformations and modernizing IT portfolios. Companies are increasingly finding business agility or cost savings by...

The 9 hottest jobs in IT

Fri, 10 May 2019 04:00:00 -0400

Job candidates for the most in-demand IT positions are hard to find and, sometimes, hard for hiring managers and recruiters to describe, as new technologies appear and current ones evolve...

Filling the digital transformation skills gap

Fri, 10 May 2019 00:00:00 -0400

As someone who doesn’t have a technical background, Phil Bertolini, CIO for Oakland County, Mich., knows he needs to surround himself with people who have tech skills - but...

Essential traits of business-driven IT leaders

Wed, 24 Apr 2019 04:00:00 -0400

Marc Lalande found himself dealing with a scenario typical for CIOs: The unauthorized use of an application.

Lalande, CIO and partner at the creative services firm Sid Lee, learned...

15 data science certifications that will pay off

sarah_white@idg.com — Fri, 12 Apr 2019 04:00:00 -0400

Data scientist is one of the hottest jobs in IT. What’s more, it's the best job you can get, period, according to data from Glassdoor. If you're looking to get into this field, or you want to stand out against the competition, look no further than data science certifications.

Data science is important to nearly every company and industry, but...

Your guide to top tech conferences 2019

Fri, 29 Mar 2019 04:00:00 -0400

IBM InterConnect, Code/Media, SXSW, Google Next, Microsoft WPC, Adobe Summit...conferences you may have only dreamed of attending! So many technology conferences, so little time (or money).

10 IT certs paying the highest premiums today

sarah_white@idg.com — Fri, 15 Mar 2019 02:00:00 -0400

T certifications can boost your career, but it’s not always easy to tell which certifications hold the most value for your resume. Moreover, the pay associated any given certification can fluctuate based on business interest in the credential and the supply of IT pros who hold it. To help gauge certification values...

Top IT spending priorities for 2019

Fri, 15 Mar 2019 01:00:00 -0400

The CIO role continues to grow, thanks in large part to digital transformation, with IT executives adding new responsibilities, ranging from data analytics to product development, according to our 2019 State of the CIO. To meet these goals and continue to innovate...

The 13 most in-demand tech jobs for 2019 — and how to hire for them

sarah_white@idg.com — Fri, 15 Feb 2019 01:00:00 -0500

As companies scramble to adapt to a tight IT job market, they’re doing whatever they can to attract top tech talent. For some that means getting a head start in filling next year’s most in-demand roles, which range from...

Winter 2019: State of the CIO

Fri, 01 Feb 2019 04:00:00 -0500

Welcome to the Winter 2019 digital issue of CIO featuring our annual State of the CIO research. In these pages...

Gartner: Cloud, enterprise software to drive global IT spending increase

Fri, 01 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0500

If you have any doubts that digital transformation is top of mind for IT executives, just take a look at what they're buying. Spending on enterprise software, particularly cloud services and applications, is expected to...

8 CIO Archetypes: What Kind Of IT Leader Are You?

Fri, 28 Sep 2018 12:28:00 -0400

Global business disruption is quickening the evolutionary timeline of the CIO role. Market dynamics are forcing IT leaders to extend beyond taking orders and delivering sustainable IT systems to massaging digital strategies and driving business outcomes. At least, that's the level many CIOs are aspiring to reach. The reality is that...

Can The Internet Crash? How The Unthinkable Could Happen

Fri, 31 Aug 2018 13:16:50 -0400

Maybe your spreadsheet won't load. Or Netflix gets laggy and your Wi-Fi connection stalls out. And the thought occurs, 'What if the whole internet crashed?' And once you wonder it, the thought won't go away. What is the internet anyway? A bunch of interconnected computers. Could't they crash, all at once? What would it take?...

Augmented Reality Examples: 9 Ways Companies Are Putting AR To Work

Fri, 17 Aug 2018 09:35:36 -0400

When your team works in the belly of an aircraft or inside a computer design, they all having the same sci-fi daydream: Augmented reality (AR) that can layer information onto the job to cut out their frustration and inevitability errors. Being able to walk through a design in three-dimensional space can make it easier to...

The Do's And Don'ts Of Negotiating A Raise

Fri, 27 Jul 2018 12:50:36 -0400

Salary's not the most important aspect of a job, but it can make a difference in your overall satisfaction and engagement. Because dissatisfied employees leave and disengaged employees end up costing their employers money, employers may be more amenable to giving you a raise than you might think...

Top 12 Project Management Certifications For 2018

Fri, 13 Jul 2018 11:40:04 -0400

Behind every successful IT project, you'll find a highly skilled project manager. From hardware and software upgrades to ongoing security patches, to application development and the rollout of software itself, project managers keep your teams on task and productive. Almost any IT pro can benefit from...

AI's Impact On The Future Of Work

Mon, 02 Jul 2018 05:41:06 -0400

AI, machine learning, deep learning and automation are no longer future technologies, they've already found traction in the enterprise. Whether it's to organize data, to uncover trends or to make human's lives easier, AI can have a positive impact on the enterprise - if we let it. At least...

The 8 Biggest IT Management Mistakes

Thu, 31 May 2018 09:53:28 -0400

Everybody makes mistakes. Most are harmless, some are embarrassing but forgivable, and some can take your career - or your company - down with them. Some of the most common IT gaffes include...

The 7 Most In-Demand Tech Jobs For 2018

Fri, 18 May 2018 11:44:57 -0400

As companies scramble to adapt to the modern workforce, they're doing whatever they can to attract top tech talent. For some that may mean getting a head start in filling next year's most in-demand roles, which range from data-focused to security-related positions, according to Robert Half Technology's 2018 IT salary report. The survey also reveals...

10 Top-Paying Cloud Skills

Fri, 18 May 2018 11:00:13 -0400

Though overall tech salaries leveled off in 2017, demand for specialized skills remains hot, with salaries for IT pros versed in cloud computing, process management, big data and others rising, according to the 2018 Dice Tech Salary Survey. In these areas...

6 Hot Digital Transformation Trends - And 4 Going Cold

Fri, 27 Apr 2018 06:15:16 -0400

Digital transformation has moved beyond a nice-to-have to let's get cracking. Once a top priority for early adopters and cutting-edge enterprises, digital transformation has moved into the mainstream. Few would argue that digital transformation initiatives are vital to the success of their organization. In fact...

IT's Worst Addictions (And How To Cure Them)

Fri, 13 Apr 2018 10:55:40 -0400

Everybody has bad habits, but sometimes they can turn into compulsions. While technology addiction is a real thing, especially for teenagers, IT pros have their own monkeys on their backs. Whether you're an infrastructure junkie or a Slack head, chasing the data dragon or...

Essential Skills And Traits Of Elite Data Scientists

Mon, 02 Apr 2018 06:32:19 -0400

Data scientists continue to be in high demand, with companies in virtually every industry looking to get the most value from their burgeoning information resources. "As organizations begin to fully capitalize on the use of their internal data assets and examine the integration of hundreds of third-party data sources, the role of the data scientist will...

11 Outsourcing Myths Debunked

Mon, 02 Apr 2018 06:29:45 -0400

Even as CIOs enter their third generation of IT services deals, misconceptions persist about the practice of IT outsourcing. Worse, new illusions have begun to emerge as outsourcing approaches have evolved. Achieving desired outcomes when working with third-party providers depends on clear-eyed understanding of...

6 Expert Budgeting Tips For IT Leaders

Fri, 16 Mar 2018 07:47:27 -0400

The IT budget says a lot about its owners: whether executives have a roadmap for the future and whether they're willing to pay for it, whether company leaders value innovation or whether they still see technology as only a behind-the-scenes function. So what then...

12 Technologies That Will Disrupt Business In 2018

Mon, 05 Mar 2018 11:00:37 -0500

In 2018, disruptive technologies like artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and computer vision are maturing, going from game-changing ideas to foundational tools for business. This year, we'll see these and other technologies drive how business gets done and what new products will launch in the near future. To get a sense of what's ahead for this year...

7 Ways An MBA Will Advance Your IT Career - And 5 Ways It Won't

Mon, 05 Mar 2018 10:58:00 -0500

CIOs, CTOs, CDOs and other IT executives and high-level managers straddle two worlds: technology and business. Virtually all of these IT leaders have a deep background in areas such as management information systems (MIS), computer information systems (CIS) and project management. Most IT chiefs also have...

13 Emerging IT Certifications For Today's Hottest Skills

Mon, 19 Feb 2018 07:33:49 -0500

IT is evolving rapidly, and the skills required to succeed in IT are changing quickly as well. Cloud computing, cybersecurity and data analytics are just a few of the skills employers will look for in the next few years, and several certifications are emerging to help you demonstrate your expertise...

8 Early Warning Signs Of IT Disaster

Mon, 05 Feb 2018 10:21:51 -0500

There may be something rotten in your IT department, and if you don't deal with it soon you could have a disaster on your hands. Things may look fine now. But the warning signs are already there; you just haven't noticed them yet. The network is...

The 13 Most Valuable IT Certifications Today

Mon, 05 Feb 2018 10:18:38 -0500

Certifications and skills can help boost your salary, set you apart from the competition and help you land promotions in your current role. A survey from Global Knowledge found that 83 percent of IT professionals in the U.S. and Canada hold an IT certification - and in the U.S. the average salary for a certified IT professional is...