IT Leadership

Outsourcing in the 21st century ambient organization

In the never-ending battle of u2018buildu2019 versus u2018buy,u2019 IT may have evolved to the point where the cheaper option is always u2018buy.u2019 But is it just another form of outsourcing?

10 reasons to encourage workplace distractions

Face-to-face interactions are increasingly important in a digital world, and can positively impact your business. Here's why you should encourage some u2018workplace distractions.u2019

Software defined networking, IoT top CIO’s strategic priorities

Avnetu2019s CIO Steve Phillips plans to build and test a software-defined network and an Internet of Things solution for predictive machine maintenance. He will also mix agile and waterfall methodologies, as part of a plan to adopt a bimodal IT devel

The IT strategy behind PayPal’s spinoff from eBay

Separating 25,000 users and 900 applications into a brand new company, CIO Brad Strock developed six key principles to keep the massive IT project on track.

Cybersecurity needs transformational leadership from women

Solving the problem of visibility and predictability in a large agile organization requires a new approach

Cybersecurity needs transformational leadership from women

Under pressure everything becomes fluid

There is a misunderstanding that under pressure people perform better. Pressure to a certain degree is fine and can have a positive impact on performance, because people become aware of the fact that things have to get done. But too much pressure wil

How to improve productivity with agile

Delivering increased productivity is a key priority for many IT executives. Yes, agile can help with that, too (itu2019s not just for development).

How to stand strong with a core of confidence

A round of physical therapy reminded me of the importance of engaging my core when facing challenges. The core of our physical selves and our character can keep us grounded and confident when navigating tough terrain at work.

7 IT Centers of Excellence that drive organizational productivity

IT Centers of Excellence provide the opportunity to enhance both IT and organizational productivity while simultaneously creating new and compelling services for the organization it serves.

Why the business phase of software practice needs improvement

Technologyu2019s poor contribution to strategic agenda. Now we know what must change.