Technology investments feel the impact of weakening economy

For the fifth consecutive month, IDC has lowered its 2023 forecast for worldwide IT spending as technology investments continue to show the impact of a weakening economy. 2023 forecast for worldwide IT spending In its monthly forecast for worldwide IT … Continue reading Technology investments feel the impact of weakening economy

Tech leaders: Take an AI-first approach to data strategy to accelerate transformation

A connected intelligence system requires a modern data approach, especially across three competencies.
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Report: Some IT outsourcing is moving back onshore

While cost is generally the main consideration, the war in Ukraine and global political tensions are prompting companies to shift their IT outsourcing strategies, according to a new report.
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The cost-effective future of mainframe modernization

As Europe’s enterprises return to normal following the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact, they are looking for innovative and cost-effective ways to combine mainframe dependability with the flexibility of the cloud, according to ISG. Mainframe mod… Continue reading The cost-effective future of mainframe modernization

Ignoring network automation is a ticking time bomb for security

IT professionals are frustrated due to the rise in network update velocity and tech stack sprawl, lack of support from leadership, and disagreements and concerns about the approach to resolving network issues, according to BackBox. Network and security… Continue reading Ignoring network automation is a ticking time bomb for security

Cisco is giving Webex a ChatGPT-like AI to enhance hybrid work, customer experience

Video conferencing platform Webex by Cisco is introducing machine learning and generative AI functions meant to improve collaboration at a distance and CRM through enhanced video experiences and ChatGPT-like natural language interfaces.
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In uncertain times, organizations prioritize tech skills development

Amid economic uncertainty and downturn, organizations are leaning on their technologists to continue to innovate and drive business value, according to Pluralsight. Though 65% of tech team leaders have been asked to cut costs, 72% still plan to increas… Continue reading In uncertain times, organizations prioritize tech skills development

Rushed cloud migrations result in escalating technical debt

While 93% of CIOs expect an increase in IT budgets for 2023, 83% of them are feeling pressured to stretch their budgets even further than before, with a focus on managing cloud costs more efficiently and addressing the growing issue of technical debt, … Continue reading Rushed cloud migrations result in escalating technical debt

Navigating data classification in the era of extensive cloud adoption

Healthcare and financial services organizations have embraced cloud technology due to the ease of managing increasing volumes of data, according to Blancco. Cloud adoption has had significant effects on data classification, minimization, and end-of-lif… Continue reading Navigating data classification in the era of extensive cloud adoption