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Why HR professionals struggle with big data

Many organizations struggle with prolonged vacancies and stalled human resource development. This problem could be addressed if employers honestly considered three key questions.

Prioritizing AI investments: Balancing short-term gains with long-term vision

AI's impact demands attention. Start with data quality, then build platforms for machine learning and genAI. Agentic AI is coming, but you must offset shiny objects with practical innovation for long-term value.

AI’s achilles heel: Securing the next revolution

AI is revolutionizing business, but its vulnerability to attacks and ethical breaches is a ticking time bomb. Learn how to secure your AI future before it's too late.

From data to decisions: Graham Construction’s digital journey

From data silos to AI-ready, learn about one leader's journey building a unified data strategy, fostering diversity and navigating the future of tech.

Can serverless fix fintech’s scaling problem?

Ditch legacy systems! Serverless computing slashes costs by 35%, boosts developer productivity by 25% and shrinks time-to-market by 15% for financial services. Is it your fintech's future?

Beyond the hype: Do you really need an LLM for your data?

LLMs: hype or help? They're powerful, but often overkill for basic analytics. Sustainable IT means right-sizing solutions. Use LLMs strategically for complex, unstructured data, not just because they're flashy.

Stop navigating the cloud, and start shaping it

Conquer the complexities of cloud transformation. Master FinOps, choose the right cloud strategy and align your CCOE and CBO for maximum impact. Unlock the true potential of the cloud to drive business success.

Why GreenOps will succeed where FinOps is failing

FinOps is failing. GreenOps, fueled by transformational leadership, offers a solution by prioritizing sustainability alongside cost, motivating engineers and driving true change through holistic, collaborative practices.

AI governance: Act now, thrive later

Is your AI running wild? Robust governance is no longer optional, but essential for mitigating risks, ensuring ethical use and maximizing the value of your AI investments.

Generative AI: The CIO’s Apollo moment 

Generative AI is like a moonshot for CIOs: a technology with known flaws yet with the potential to redefine industries and unlock human potential, if today’s leaders meet the challenge.

How to prioritize AI initiatives: A strategic framework for maximizing ROI

AI is no longer an option, it's an imperative. Companies failing to embrace AI strategically will be left behind, while those who master it will reap significant rewards in revenue, shareholder returns and market dominance.

How employers can inspire software developers

Software developers value autonomy, collaboration, and agility. Companies should always consider these principles and create attractive conditions for developers.

5 practical tips for emerging IT leaders

Want to become a strong, impactful leader? Check out these insights from a recent award winner, covering clarity, impactful 1:1s, mentorship and the importance of focusing on impact over titles. Find inspiration for your own leadership journey.

AI and cybersecurity: A double-edged sword

AI is transforming cybersecurity: detecting threats faster, predicting attacks and even launching sophisticated cyberattacks. Learn how to harness AI's power while mitigating its risks and build a robust defense against the evolving threat lands....

Redefining enterprise transformation in the age of intelligent ecosystems

How the rise of AI is fundamentally changing enterprise architecture. By shifting focus from monolithic systems to agentic automation, businesses can unlock unprecedented value through intelligent, adaptive, and interconnected systems.

Are data rooms the key to monetizing data?

The data room (or data space): Endless possibilities and countless opportunities. Those who abandon silo thinking can monetize their own data or profit from the data of other companies.

From project to product: Architecting the future of enterprise technology

For CIOs leading enterprise transformations, portfolio health isn't just an operational indicator — it's a real-time pulse on time-to-market and resilience, requiring a shift from project-based thinking to product-oriented architectur....

Have we reached the end of ‘too expensive’ for enterprise software?

In the not-too-distant future, genAI will make possible features that were previously either impossible or simply too expensive in the world of enterprise software.

Leading the digital charge: Inspiring innovation and fostering a culture of excellence

Digital transformation promises big rewards, but without bold leadership, collaboration and risk-taking, it could quickly derail. Are you ready to lead the way?

Navigating the cloud maze: A 5-phase approach to optimizing cloud strategies

Enterprises succeed in their cloud journey by strategically choosing providers, building right the first time, monetizing cloud usage, training on cloud finance and cultivating a cost-effective, scalable cloud DNA.

Change management: Achieve your goals with the right change model

To be successful, change management is a must. Learn more about the methods and models of change management that can significantly increase the success of your transformation projects.

The 4 key aspects of a successful data strategy

If you want to exploit the potential of your data, you need to develop a data strategy. This includes not only technology: processes, organization and culture should also be examined.

IDC chief research officer: GenAI, from experimentation to adoption

Hear from Meredith Whalen on transitioning from AI proof-of-concepts to real-world impact. Key steps include developing a strategic roadmap, prioritizing high-value use cases and making informed decisions on building vs. buying AI models.

Ride the AI wave: Learn to flow

The workplace is disengaged and drowning in distraction. AI is the answer, not the threat. Learn how to flow with AI to unlock human potential and dominate the future of work.

Avnet CIO: Navigating the cloud and AI landscape with a practical approach

Discover the lessons Max Chan and Avnet have learned about the modern digital landscape, from optimizing cloud spending to leveraging AI for customer satisfaction.

Is the cloud seducing software giants into the enemy lair?

Despite cynical theories of slowdown, the Big 4 software giants’ growth is being rocket-fuelled by cloud migrations, as their recent quarterly reports show. But could the looming "service software" AI tsunami threaten the very busines....

The future of data: A 5-pillar approach to modern data management

Data is now a living organism driving company success. To thrive, businesses must embrace AI-powered, automated data management across five critical pillars.

Behind the scenes: The daily impact of genAI at Hamburg’s largest gaming company

InnoGames GmbH benefits from generative AI in several ways. Expert data engineer Volker Janz provides detailed insights into how this shapes the daily work processes at the gaming specialist.

Data- and people-driven transformation: How the Port of Auckland is navigating the future

The Port of Auckland's data team is revolutionizing decision-making with data-driven insights, navigating cloud migration, AI challenges and championing diversity in STEM.

10 benefits that developers want in 2025

Developers don't dream of flextime and job bikes, nor of foosball tables or fruit baskets. Here are a few unusual tips from the field.

Beyond Bank CIO: Balancing tradition and innovation in the digital age

Stevie-Ann Dovico shares insights on leading digital transformation in a customer-centric bank. Discover how technology is driving innovation, improving customer experiences, and shaping the future of banking.

Scaling a medical device company: A CIO’s digital transformation journey

Novanta's CIO shares how they navigated digital transformation, overcame challenges and embraced the future of AI.

A blueprint for successfully executing business-aligned IT strategies

Learn how CIOs can align IT with business goals, drive innovation and build a tech-driven culture to boost growth, customer experience and competitive advantage.

Agentic AI design: An architectural case study

This detailed case study explores the rise of agentic AI and explains how autonomous agents are transforming workflows, from design to implementation, and driving ROI.

Scaling AI talent: An AI apprenticeship model that works

Discover how Singapore is revolutionizing AI talent development with its AI Apprenticeship Program. Learn how this unique approach empowers individuals, benefits businesses and drives AI innovation.

Building a better future: The enterprise architect’s role in leading organizational transformation

Redefining customer experience: How AI is revolutionizing Mastercard

Ed McLaughlin, Mastercard's president and CTO, shares how the company uses cutting-edge technology and AI-powered transformation to improve customer service, streamline operations and drive business growth.

Why CIOs must lead the charge on ESG – and why enterprise architecture is the key

Discover how enterprise architecture can supercharge your sustainability goals. Learn how to align IT with ESG principles and harness AI responsibly.

Not your father’s avatar: The real future of artificial intelligence

Forget what you thought you knew about AI. Meet the future: digital avatars that think, learn and work like humans. Are you ready for the revolution?

From Excel to AI: How Liberty Dental revolutionized care management

Liberty Dental Plan's CIO shares how the company uses generative AI to automate care plans and improve member outcomes. Learn about the data strategy and educational efforts behind this innovative project.

AI as a catalyst for ESG: Empowering CIOs to drive sustainable innovation

Discover how AI, genAI and blockchain can drive sustainable innovation and align with your organization’s ESG goals. CIOs, this is your chance to be a sustainability hero!

From risk to reward: Mastering the art of adopting emerging technologies

Tired of getting burned by overhyped tech? Learn how to balance innovation with risk management, avoid common pitfalls, create a strategic approach to adopting the bleeding edge to stay ahead of the curve.

Beyond the hype: Key components of an effective AI policy

A robust AI policy is essential for businesses to navigate the ethical, legal and operational challenges of AI implementation. Here are some tips on how to thread that needle.

How AI continues to reshape the cybersecurity arsenal

From source code analysis to red teaming, AI-powered tools are revolutionizing defenses against cyber threats. Learn how organizations leverage AI to fortify their security posture and stay ahead of evolving attacks.

Transforming IT from cost center to catalyst

How the CTO of the General Bank of Canada remade the IT department from a service department to a strategic partner. Also, learn why she believes AI's primary influence in the enterprise will be on culture rather than technology.

Building a stronger supply chain through automation

Discover how automation transformed Peavey's supply chain, saving millions and boosting efficiency. Learn about BPA best practices and how to overcome challenges in your automation journey.

Building a digital future for settlement services

Discover how the CIO of the Immigrant Services Society of British Columbia transformed newcomer services through technology innovation. From strategic planning to stakeholder alignment to vendor partnerships, how do you ensure success in an environm....