Cloud Computing

Cloud Decision Time for CFOs

Worldwide revenue from cloud services is expected to reach $55.5 billion in 2014, according to IDC. With a compound annual growth rate of 27.4%, the cloud is set for quite a trajectory.

Is Your Cloud Support Agile? Take Our Quiz

Practically everyone working in the cloud says they're doing agile projects. But you'll find some tinges of non-agility, particularly in the support function after you put a system into production. Take this quiz to find out how agile you

How to Retool Your IT Skills for the Cloud

Cloud computing is transforming IT operations and management, but the transition for IT professionals doesn't have to be difficult or daunting. Here, cloud computing experts explain how IT professionals can adapt their skillsets for the cloud an

Cloud Computing Report Card: Grading Our Predictions

In the spirit of openness and with a willingness to have his cloud prognostication grades displayed in public, CIO.com's Bernard Golden scores--and comments on--his predictions for 2011.

Peering Into the Crystal Ball: Top IT Trends for 2012

Poll: How Can Microsoft Get Better in 2012?

Microsoft is in for a challenging year and needs to deliver the goods in many key markets. But what's the most important product in Microsoft's portfolio for 2012? Cast a vote in our poll to share your opinion.

12 IT Outsourcing Predictions for 2012

In 2011, the IT outsourcing industry was marked by smaller deals, leery customers, profit-squeezed IT service providers and a lot of cloud computing talk. Much of that could continue next year, but as our 12 predictions for 2012 indicate, you can exp

Cisco to Microsoft: Your Lync Mobile App Is Lame

Microsoft opens up Office mobile apps Lync and OneNote to Windows Phone and other platforms, but unified communications rival Cisco calls the effort half-hearted.

Thriving in a World Where Computers Are Smarter Than We Are

From Apple's voice-activated assistant to Microsoft's gesture-based input device to IBM's computer that beat Jeopardy champs, it's clear that the capabilities of technology are moving beyond our human abilities. How can you flouri

TripIt: Up to Snuff for Holiday Travel Plans?