Cloud computing for business
As companies' data volumes continue to grow in the digital age, they are increasingly turning to cloud computing for business process consolidation and to save IT resources. Read news and tips to help with enterprise cloud computing strategy, including advice to decide between developing cloud resources in-house or turning to third parties for cloud computing services.
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Cloud computing for business News
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November 02, 2018
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Nov'18
IBM-Red Hat deal: Minimal influence on CIOs' cloud decisions, for now
The tech world has been abuzz after news that IBM is snapping up Red Hat for a whopping $34 billion, making it the third biggest tech-deal of all time. Experts say, however, that the IBM-Red Hat ...
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October 31, 2018
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Oct'18
Gartner Symposium 2018: 6 emerging trends in security
At Gartner Symposium 2018, analyst Peter Firstbrook highlighted the emerging trends in security that cybersecurity pros -- and their employers -- need to prep for in the next year.
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October 26, 2018
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Oct'18
Gartner Symposium 2018: Enterprise cloud strategy mistakes to avoid
At the recent Gartner Symposium 2018, cloud guru Daryl Plummer highlighted the need for developing a strong cloud strategy -- and the mistakes to avoid when drafting one.
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September 07, 2018
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Sep'18
Multi-cloud strategy: Determine the right cloud for your workloads
Businesses typically deploy a multi-cloud strategy to gain more agility, flexibility and choice, but Ed Featherston's advice for CIOs taking their first foray into the cloud is to pick one provider ...
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Step-by-step guide to a blockchain implementation
If you're not experimenting with blockchain, you're behind the curve. Our step-by-step guide on implementing blockchain dissects the challenges, best practices and payoffs. Continue Reading
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Advice to CIOs for crafting a cloud adoption strategy
At Gartner Catalyst 2018, Marco Meinardi offered CIOs advice on crafting a cloud adoption strategy. Tip No. 1: Laissez-faire doesn't cut it. Continue Reading
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IT pros name users, GDPR as biggest cloud computing security threats
The cloud is growing faster than companies can prepare for cloud computing security threats, a quartet of tech leaders say at a Boston forum. But managing risk is within reach. Continue Reading
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CenturyLink exec talks benefits, obstacles of multi-cloud adoption
CenturyLink's Scott Brindamour explains why more organizations are embracing a multi-cloud strategy and highlights best practices for effectively operating in a multi-cloud environment. Continue Reading
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5 'technology enablers' key to Travelport's digital transformation plan
Travelport CIO Matt Minetola details the five 'technology enablers' key to the success of the company's digital transformation plan and explains why the travel commerce platform relies on a hybrid cloud approach. Continue Reading
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What tactics can organizations adopt to drive cloud security practices?
In this Ask the Expert, Gartner's Marco Meinardi explains business factors driving cloud security practices and explains the role of the CIA triad in enterprise cloud security. Continue Reading
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Improving customer experience strategy with digital tweaks vs. transformation
Improving the customer experience with digital technologies doesn't have to entail full-blown transformation. Here are three organizations that make the case. Continue Reading
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Technology risks: What CIOs should know and steps they can take
Adopting new tech helps businesses thrive, but CIOs must be aware of accompanying risks. Experts sound off on how new tech continues to muddle the cybersecurity threat landscape. Continue Reading
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ITIL and ITSM best practices for process improvement
ITIL and ITSM best practices improve business processes by standardizing and optimizing the delivery of IT services. Learn more in this comprehensive guide for CIOs. Continue Reading
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What steps can CIOs take to neutralize cloud shadow IT?
In this Ask the Expert, Gartner's Marco Meinardi explains why denying access and applying too much intermediation are not effective in neutralizing cloud shadow IT projects. Continue Reading
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How ITSM can help CIOs drive SLAs in a multi-cloud environment
How do CIOs drive service level agreements (SLAs) in a multi-cloud environment? That's an important question when at issue is an end-to-end IT service involving many cloud providers, and the goal ... Continue Reading
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ITSM in the cloud: Using ITSM best practices to optimize cloud usage
Cloud-based services can't be beat for their ease of use, but companies often experience some 'unhappy surprises' when the bill comes due, says Andy Sealock. ITSM in the cloud can help. Continue Reading