Editors' Picks
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IBM, Salesforce deals usher in cloud consolidation era
IBM's SoftLayer buy is getting mixed reviews from IT pros, but everyone agrees that it's an example of the consolidation phase of the cloud bubble.17 Jun 2013
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The Salesforce acquisition of ExactTarget: What to expect now
Salesforce's acquisition of digital marketing software firm ExactTarget is virtually a done deal. Find out what customers can expect for the future.13 Jun 2013
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Harnessing potential, avoiding problems with smaller PaaS providers
Smaller PaaS providers or the usual suspects? Gartner's Yefim Natis discusses the pros of partnering with PaaS startups and how to avoid the cons.09 May 2013
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How iPads and a field service app transformed McKinley Equipment
McKinley Equipment discusses how mobile and the cloud transformed a once paper-based business into an efficient field services organization.22 Apr 2013
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More enterprises develop mobile apps for SaaS
Learn why more enterprises are developing mobile apps for SaaS and why some turn to PaaS.18 Apr 2013
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Analyzing recent developments in the backup software market
Switching backup software products can be a hassle, so it helps to know your options. This article looks at changes in the backup software market.18 Apr 2013
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Industry-specific requirements shape the evolution of the XaaS market
As the Anything as a Service market shifts to a more industry-focused approach, will it lure enterprise IT?16 Apr 2013
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SugarCon speaker reveals 10 reasons why social CRM projects fail
Culture issues and lack of compliance policies are just two of the factors that work against social CRM, according to one speaker at this week's SugarCon conference.10 Apr 2013
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Backupify upgrades cloud-to-cloud backup of Google Apps
'Spring release' of Backupify for Google Apps focuses on admin tools for enterprises, as larger companies turn to cloud-to-cloud backup services.08 Apr 2013
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How to develop cloud applications based on Web app security lessons
Expert Dave Shackleford details how to build cloud applications based on typical Web app security flaws and cloud provider tools and platforms.03 Apr 2013
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How to develop cloud applications based on Web app security lessons
Expert Dave Shackleford details how to build cloud applications based on typical Web app security flaws and cloud provider tools and platforms.03 Apr 2013
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Need for cloud-to-cloud backup options creates new market
Organizations wary about entrusting critical information to Software-as-a-Service, or SaaS, providers are exploring cloud-to-cloud backup options.20 Mar 2013
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Cloud app success means end-user identity management
A downfall of cloud applications is an inability to share info with other cloud apps. Can roaming profiles increase use and mobility among providers?18 Mar 2013
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Talent assessment tool supplements "gut feeling" in hiring
Making a bad hire can be costly. Find out how one sales manager bolstered his hiring process by implementing a talent assessment system.06 Mar 2013
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Abundant and mature, cloud services meet CIO needs for speed, agility
Today, there are as many cloud services as technology functions. The good news is these solutions increasingly have substance behind their slogans.05 Mar 2013
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Salesforce customers will see new message behind social CRM technology
Salesforce.com emphasized Salesforce customers over social technology at its annual winter conference, according to consultant Denis Pombriant.28 Feb 2013
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Head of IT at Pandora urges IT to embrace cloud applications
Cloud applications can free up time for more innovation, according to the vice president of enterprise information services at Pandora.26 Feb 2013
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School of Rock humming with Salesforce's Do task management application
Dropbox, Google Drive, Harvest and other services are now available on Salesforce's Do application.14 Feb 2013
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Cloud computing basics for nonprofits: Raining pennies from heaven?
Technology expert Vanessa James offers cloud computing basics tailored to the nonprofit IT director.11 Feb 2013
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Long tail: Where has it gone?
A popular topic not too long ago, find out how long tail is frequently used today by companies selling niche apps.08 Feb 2013