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Using technology to educate our minds

We are all increasingly engaged with our technology. Some would argue too much so. But can we harness this powerful engagement for self-improvement?

BlackBerry (finally) says it’s done making smartphones

This week BlackBerry announced it has produced its last smartphone, though the company plans to partner with other hardware makers and continue to sell BlackBerry-branded phones.

macOS Safari: Change the style of web pages with FreeStyler plugin

Tired of viewing the default styles of web pages? FreeStyler is a plugin for Safari in macOS that lets you customize how a web page looks in your browser.

Customers have a love/hate relationship with IT outsourcing providers

HPE, Oracle and IBMu2019s outsourcing customers are much more likely to recommend them, but many other IT service providers underperform in delivering a good customer experience.

How UPS delivers predictive analytics

The global shipping companyu2019s BI and big data analytics platform offers increased visibility and control and the capability to identify patterns and movement across its transportation network. For customers this means foul weather wonu2019t blow

How to choose the right project management methodology

Identifying available project management methodologies (PMM) is one thing, deciding which one works best for a particular project is much more complicated. Here's how to make the right choice.

5 ways to get more out of meetings

You have probably experienced meeting-overload at some point in your careers, and the truth is that most meetings diminish productivity. Try these five steps to make your next meeting more meaningful and less time-consuming.

How New York’s Stylin’ Seniors became a golden social media campaign

The NYC Department for the Aging proved social networks find seniors sexy. rn

Splunk puts machine learning at center of operational intelligence portfolio

Splunk is making machine learning capabilities a core capability of its real-time operational intelligence platforms to help companies use predictive analytics to optimize IT, security and business operations.

Why didn’t Apple release iPhone 7 sales numbers?

For one of the first times since it introduced the iPhone, Apple didn't report initial sales numbers for a new phone. The company says it stopped sharing such numbers because they're no longer representative. But is Apple just doing damage

Qualcomm sets up competition to stimulate IoT innovation

"Invent-Off" pits two teams against each other to create a life-saving invention in three days.

A $280 billion healthcare problem ripe for technology innovation and predictive analytics

Behavioral health is a complicated and expensive issue in U.S healthcare today. It's also a field that is underfunded and ripe for technology-led innovation. rn

How to get Night Shift functionality in macOS Sierra

macOS Sierra has many great new features but Night Shift isnu2019t among them. Fortunately, f.lux is a great alternative for nighttime use of your Mac.

MapR helps developers leverage analytics with microservices

New capabilities in MapR Technologies Converged Data Platform help developers and administrators use microservices to integrate operations and analytics.

9 reasons why I will be buying Apple AirPods

Apple AirPods are not perfect but they are the best thing that has happened to earphones

8 things small businesses look for when considering SaaS

Cloud marketers and SaaS pros share their advice on how to make cloud-based software attractive to small and midsized businesses.

5 reasons CEOs should be involved in hiring decisions

Here are five reasons your CEO should have a say in all hiring decisions and two reasons why they should stay out of it.

6 awesome apps that integrate with iOS 10 Messages

Apple's Messages got a big upgrade in iOS 10, and you can now use third-party software in the app. These six downloads make it easier to book restaurants, share travel plans, and get money, all from within Messages.

Tips for creating an introvert-friendly workplace

Introverts and extraverts work differently and the environment they work in can ultimately affect their productivity. If you haven't already, reconsider your company culture to see how it helps — or hurts — the introverted workers in your offi

Drexel and CIO.com announce Analytics 50 winners

CIO.com and Drexel University's LeBow College of Business first-ever Analytics 50 awards recognize 50 companies that using data analytics to solve business challenges.

September 2016: Big data on campus

How analytics tools are helping students make better decisions about everything from courses to social activities

Are you taking the lead in the digital initiative?

CIOs must take the reins and lead digital transformation projects. They're in a good position to do so right now, but that won't last forever.

What is it like to work in an Apple Store?

Find out what Apple employees and former employees think about working in an Apple store.

DocuSign continues to build out digital transaction management platform

Investment pays off for unicorn, as customer list grows, partners accumulate and standards fall in place.

5 experimental ways you can boost employee productivity

Understanding Microsoft’s cloud application platform

Microsoftu2019s ambition for its new Dynamics 365 cloud CRM and ERP service is broader than just creating a subscription service from its on-premises business tools.

Why CIOs are embracing SaaS ID management

Single sign-on software, which federates access to corporate applications, is helping CIOs meet their goal of making employees more efficient without sacrificing security.

7 lucrative careers for IT pros

Are you being paid what you're worth? Cloud compensation and services provider PayScale's latest IT salary survey highlights some of the highest-paying IT roles.

How to implement an effective BYOD policy

Companies have accepted that BYOD is a reality. The challenge now is striking a balance between security and flexibility.

State of the CIO 2017

Readers can improve our next State of the CIO report

How to execute tech projects like business projects

We need to put tech projects in the business context. Here are the 3 steps.

Red Hat expected to rake in $2.4 billion in revenue this year

Subscriptions remain the primary money earner for this open source company.rn

Best practices for pitching enterprise products

The art of storytelling as a way to pitch enterprise products is an effective way to really showcase the value of the product writes columnist Rob Enderle, who experienced this firsthand at the recent IBMEdge conference.

Tip No. 1: Hire ‘A’ players and empower them

The first tip for successfully creating and leading agile data management development teams.

Dollar Shave Club grooming AWS cloud services for smoother growth

The provider of menu2019s grooming products has honed its approach to operating technology using public cloud infrastructure and custom applications. But its search for fresh tech talent continues.

If you’re not planning for IoT, you’re already behind

Think your industry or your business won't be impacted by the internet of things? Consider this your wakeup call.

Censorship and healthcare’s redactable blockchain trapdoor

Leaked encryption keys, offensive material, and errors as in the case of a medical record suggests that an editable blockchain is worth reflection.

IT certifications report card: What are they worth now? Which ones pay off the most?

Start off the school year with a fresh look at this IT career workhorse to upgrade your marketable skills and earning potential.

LinkedIn Learning puts Lynda.com to work

LinkedIn this week integrated Lynda.comu2019s vast training library into its main site. The new LinkedIn Learning service is available to all premium subscribers, and the company says an enterprise-focused version is also on the way.

Tech leaders must act quickly to ensure algorithmic fairness

The public must be confident in the fairness of algorithms, or a backlash will threaten their very real and substantial benefits

CIOs must step into the digital leadership void

In this excerpt from her latest book, 'Be the Business: CIOs in the New Era of IT,' contributor and IT executive recruiter Martha Heller discusses the CIO's role in digital leadership.

Next generation of software engineers need training, not retraining

Got a job? Coding boot camps can help you polish your ru00e9sumu00e9. But what about the tens of thousands leaving high school today who want to become software engineers?rn

Why Accenture broke the blockchain with IBM’s help

Let me guess. You thought blockchains were immutable. Exploring the mystery behind breaking the blockchain. What does this all mean for business?

Learn how to deploy OpenStack for free

The Linux Foundation joins with edX to offer a free OpenStack course.rn

Banks turn to AI for improved customer service, competitive edge

Innovation advice for CIOs and other leaders

Expanding the realm of what's possible in healthcare and beyond.

The U.S. airports with the best (and worst) cellular networks

A new report ranks cellular network speeds at the nation's 50 busiest airports, and the winners and losers are surprising.

6 tips for managing a global workforce

Telecommuting has made it easier for businesses to operate on a global scale. But for managers that means they might have employees scattered around the world, which poses unique challenges.

Silicon Valley needs to be the change

The IT industry should be using its talent, money and influence to help effect social change and stand up for underrepresented and marginalized people.rn

Were Apple’s ‘leaked’ iPhone 7 tweets really a mistake?

The recent iPhone 7 launch presented Apple with a fresh opportunity to tackle Twitter, but the company's first iPhone-related tweets came a half-hour before it officially announced the phone.