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Do you know what your cloud use really costs?

As cloud services grow, there are more expenditures to track than ever. But understanding why you're spending is as important as knowing what you're spending in the cloud.

Process innovation

Where should CIOs be driving innovation? And how should they deliver on the promise of innovation?

Made in India? Vietnam? Mexico?

Due to the US trade war with China, accusations of Chinau2019s theft of US intellectual property, Chinau2019s cyberattacks, Chinau2019s human rights violations, conflict in the South China Sea and the total US economic and political competition with

Cross-functional teams: A new strategy for business success

With business-IT collaboration key to digital transformation, forward-thinking IT leaders are breaking down silos to develop blended startup-like teams focused on key business initiatives.

Asurion reskills around cloud and DevOps for digital push

Asurion's move to the cloud and DevOps consumption and development models necessitated a major reskilling effort by CIO Daniel Curling. Here's how he did it.

Running with data: Under Armour creates immersive, digital customer experience

Under Armour combines its physical and digital products to help its customers achieve their fitness goals.

Fear of premature escalation (FPE): Diagnose and treat this silent ERP program killer

Recognizing the early warning signs and taking appropriate action can reduce the overall impact of this affliction, which can be deadly for an ERP project.

6 tips for facilitating ethical AI in the enterprise

As the clamor for so-called 'ethical AI' nears its crescendo, consultants recommend steps for creating fair and balanced algorithms. Hint: There's no magic bullet.

H-1B visa cap fills quickly — and tech talent looks elsewhere

USCIS reports the H-1B visa cap has been reached on April 5, only four days after the application period opened.

Best practices for digital transformation in retail

Itu2019s time for retailers to embrace digital commerce. But are they ready for transformation? Here are some key things they must consider as they implement digital commerce strategies.

9 career lies IT pros tell themselves

Don't get fooled into thinking your tech career is flourishing, just because you fall prey to your own rationalizations.

HPE CEO Antonio Neri rearchitects for the future

A year and a quarter into his tenure as HPE's CEO, Antonio Neri reflects on his company's storied past and the very human challenge of refocusing a $29 billion enterprise.

Power(apps) to the people

At its annual Build developer conference, Microsoft aims to please coders and front-line workers alike with its drag-and-drop Power app-building platform.

How to create team building activities your IT department won’t hate

Team building is critical to establishing a winning culture. Here's how several IT organizations are strengthening staff bonds both inside and outside work.

How digital leaders tackle IT modernization

Companies with transformative digital strategies are well on their way to freeing themselves from the costly burden of legacy systems.

7 reasons IT services deals fail – and how to resolve disputes

When IT services deals break down, it can cause extraordinary pain for both the customer and service provider. Here's how to fix broken deals and mend the customer-supplier relationship.

Minimizing the distance between IT and your company’s paying customers

Most IT organizations receive feedback from their companyu2019s paying customers through functional teams that each possess a unique perspective regarding true customer needs. Establishing communication channels that promote more direct interactions

Filling the digital transformation skills gap

Success in the digital era requires the right blend of business, IT and soft skills. IT leaders are rethinking their hiring and training strategies to truly transform.

DXC takes open badge approach to team-focused AI training

DXC is leveraging Open Badge Academy to help individuals and organizations gain cutting-edge skills with an emphasis on teamwork.

Peace or ‘Star Wars’ – US vs. China

Chinau2019s technological and scientific u201cat all costsu201d expansion threatens global economic and political stability, especially to the United States and its allies. The Chinese threat is just as real as any impending danger from Iran, Russia

AI is poised to radically transform software development

New tools and cutting-edge projects show how machine learning and advanced analytics may soon revolutionize how software is designed, tested, and deployed.

State Auto taps RPA to cut costs — and transform its workforce

The 95-year-old insurance provider is modernizing business processes with robotic process automation, freeing up staff to help improve customer experience.

The changes coming to H-1B visas | TECH(talk)

States should not rush to pass laws affecting auto dealer and auto consumer data

Due to cybersecurity and other impending regulations, patience is key.

Use stress to propel you forward

Are you stressed out? Learn how to focus on the positives, face your stressors and let that energy propel you to greatness!

How to get to One IT in one piece

Mergers and acquisitions often result in period of chaos—for everyone. Framing your intentions and taking the guesswork out of the future provides the clarity your team needs to band together and create One IT.

Death of a sales register: Decathlon mobilizes retail checkout

For its U.S. launch, France-based sporting goods company Decathlon replaced traditional checkout queues with iPhones, Apple Pay and RFID tags. Will it work? CIO Tony Leon is counting on it.

CIOs who foster a culture of equality empower innovation

When you have a culture of equality, employees feel valued and are more willing and able to innovate. Achieving that in IT comes from the CIO setting the right tone.

Building your corporate culture: more like a culinary art than a science?

It would be great if building and sustaining a great corporate culture was a simple equation. Then we could get on with doing the u201creal worku201d of serving clients and providing solutions. It doesnu2019t work that way. Creating your culture is m

Can EdTech broaden access to future jobs?

Creative deployment of technology can help teachers make their resources go further in preparing students for new roles emerging in the digital economy.

CIOs get strategic

As the lines between technology and business blur, CIOs are stepping up their strategy role, taking ownership of new disciplines and serving as a key force behind digital innovation.

Google workers hold sit-in to protest retaliation

In November 2018, Google workers walked out to protest the companyu2019s handling of sexual harassment allegations. Now, many say the company has retaliated, and they had no choice but to hold a sit-in.

Tech days of reckoning

Even for technology veterans, keeping pace with advancements is like chasing a moving train that will always be just a bit faster. Try as you may, you can never quite catch up and, if you stop trying, you will never catch up.

Are your employee engagement efforts doing exactly the opposite?

While there's a lot of talk about the value of employee engagement, the actions many companies take lead to one-way, often ill-timed, occasional requests for feedback. There are steps you can take to engage your staff and benefit your company u2

Lithium-ion a pawn in economic domination

Global manipulation and domination of necessary elements and components like cobalt u2013 a major element for lithium-ion battery storage u2013 may also contribute to global economic and political domination as well. China is investing its 10% year o

6 tips for working with AI vendors

For most organizations, DIY artificial intelligence is out of reach. Here's how to cut through the hype and create business value with off-the-shelf AI.

7 IT leadership surprises — and how to handle them

It's lonely at the top, particularly when a newly-minted IT leader discovers unexpected and, in many cases, disturbing facts.

5 ways IBM Cognos Analytics is transforming business

IBM's Cognos Analytics has integrated the artificial intelligence capabilities of IBM Watson Analytics. Hereu2019s how five organizations are using Cognos Analytics to transform their operations.

Campbell’s CIO: For digital transformation to succeed, connect IT to business strategy

At Campbell Soup Company, business relevance is the foundation of all digital transformation initiatives. It's about leveraging IT to achieve business goals, says CIO Francisco Fraga.

What can managers learn from Tiger Woods’ 5th Masters win?

Tiger Woods may have just completed the greatest comeback in the history of sports. His 5th Green Jacket win at the 83rd Masters has some great management principles worth noting.

The 12 dark secrets of data science

From hidden costs to highly suspect conclusions, data science is not without its detractions and limitations u2014 despite the ongoing hype.

MCSA certification guide: How to become a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate

Microsoftu2019s associate level certifications are a smart choice to prove your skills and bolster your resume as you launch and develop your career in IT.

How can CIOs drive business innovation?

Innovation is typically situational, so CIOs need to be an authentic, reciprocal partners across the business to take advantage of opportunities.

Data governance – Proving value

How exactly does data governance make a difference?

Restructuring IT for the digital age

IT leaders are remodeling IT and morphing culture to increase agility and emphasize customer centricity in the wake of digital business.

Wawa brings digital integration to the convenience store

Under CIO John Collier, Wawa is partnering with multiple vendors to build out its digital capabilities, suggesting that a DIY approach isn't the only game in town.

How CIOs become visionary communicators

The best CIOs give their communications leaders a seat at the table, partnering with them to improve their own communications and the IT teamu2019s communications.

Can coding boot camps fix Silicon Valley’s gender equality problem?

Science isnu2019t a sport where men can run faster than women, but we need solutions to help women enter the race.

Don’t become a digital transformation horror story: Implement solid risk management

The only way to eliminate risk entirely is to do nothing at all, which of course brings its own risks to the business.

Making the shift to a startup mentality

For enterprises seeking an innovative edge, a startup's approach can reap dividends. But the road to change is challenging and not for every organization.