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Is student loan assistance the next big thing in corporate recruiting?

Nearly 40 million Americans hold some kind of student loan debt, and a recent survey from education finance portal iontuition shows that the majority of them would like their employers to help with repayment.

By Sharon Florentine

May 9, 2016

Careers IT Jobs Relationship Building

Should you hire for bimodal IT?

Since Gartner coined the term of bimodal IT, plenty of CIOs have jumped on the bandwagon and separated their IT departments into two camps. But a recent report from Forrester suggests that bimodal IT only complicates things, and the real success lies

By Sarah K. White

May 9, 2016

Agile Development CIO Developer

Gathering and managing software requirements for buying or building

When developing software requirements it can be helpful to use existing products for inspiration. It is also useful to have several tools that can be used to manage those requirements.

By Chris Doig

May 9, 2016

Agile Development Development Tools IT Governance Frameworks

Can UC keep remote workers engaged?

For something that seems so simple in theory, unified communications can be hard to pull off in practice. But it might be the only thing helping to keep your distributed workforce engaged.

By Jen A. Miller

May 9, 2016

Collaboration Software Small and Medium Business Unified Communications

How gender differences can make your company stronger

Leading companies are applying gender intelligence practices to boost diversity in their technology ranks and to capitalize on different perspectives of men and women for competitive advantage.

By Beth Stackpole

May 7, 2016

Careers IT Jobs Technology Industry

You can’t make money from open source

Is the open source u2018business modelu2019 broken?

By Swapnil Bhartiya

May 6, 2016 4 mins

Linux Open Source

CIO focus needs to shift from cutting IT costs

CIOs and IT departments need a new cost emphasis beyond slashing their own costs.

By Peter Bendor-Samuel

May 6, 2016

Budgeting CIO Technology Industry

What does the future of the Apache Software Foundation hold?

At Apache: Big Data North America in Vancouver next week — alongside a huge array of keynotes, panels and tutorials — the ASF and ODPi will host a Q&A session about their collaboration and address concerns about project independence.

By Thor Olavsrud

May 6, 2016

Developer Linux Technology Industry

15 steps to become a CEO success

At EMC World this week Chairman and CEO Joe Tucci said goodbye to the company. Columnist Rob Enderle writes that Tucci is a fine example of what a CEO should be, and shares 15 elements that go into making a CEO successful.

By Rob Enderle

May 6, 2016

IT Leadership

How hardware builds two-sided markets in the Internet of Things

3 lessons on how to use hardware to create self-sustained value.

By Scott Nelson

May 6, 2016

Apple Internet of Things SaaS

Cloud coding pitfalls: Tips for avoiding big, bad bugs

Sometimes the freedom of loosely coupled cloud-based services makes for a serious bugfest.

By David Taber

May 6, 2016

Cloud Computing Software Development

Apple’s SAP deal means more iOS enterprise apps

Apple continues to make headway in the business world. This week it landed a significant partnership with SAP that could have a major impact on mobile productivity.

By Matt Kapko

May 6, 2016

Apple Small and Medium Business iPhone

Prepare your project for the 7 faces of change

Change is not something to be avoided, but a reality to be navigated. Let's understand the seven faces of change in your projects and engage strategies to handle change effectively.

By Mark Faggion

May 6, 2016

IT Governance Frameworks IT Leadership Project Management Tools

Toys “R” Us hires CIO to boost ecommerce, customer tech

The toy retailer, battling Amazon.com and other ecommerce-savvy players, hires Phil Newmoyer from Serta Simmons Bedding as its new CIO.

By Clint Boulton

May 6, 2016

Carriers E-commerce Software Technology Industry

Netflix app gets stream-speed option, but you still can’t download video

Netflix subscribers can now stream video to their mobile devices at the highest possible speed available via their wireless networks, but the company still won't let users download content.

By Bill Snyder

May 6, 2016

Consumer Electronics

5 things you need to know about ‘Vibrant Gorilla Glass’

Corning's latest version of Gorilla Glass is not designed for use in mobile device displays, but instead uses a proprietary ink technology to provide vivid custom imagery on phones, tablets, PCs, gaming consoles and more.

By Al Sacco

May 6, 2016 6 mins

Laptops Small and Medium Business Smartphones

6 free Star Wars games for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch

Star Wars has never been more popular, and now you can battle the forces of evil in these 6 free Star Wars games for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Do you have what it takes to become a hero and save the galaxy?

By Jim Lynch

May 6, 2016 11 mins

Gaming Platforms Small and Medium Business Video Games

The Evolution of Data Processing Frameworks and Using the Right Tool for the Right Job

Leveraging the best of both batch and real-time analytics

By Kris Applegate

May 5, 2016

Data Center

Forrester Study Supports the Business Case for Hadoop

Research shows the benefits and value

By Anthony Dina

May 5, 2016

Data Center

Preparing for the technology executive interview: the right way vs. the wrong way

Job interviews create stress and performance anxiety in even the most senior technology executives. With the right mindset you can level the playing field and determine if you're right for the company and, just as significantly, if they're

By Louis Gerzofsky

May 5, 2016

C-Suite CIO CTO

Why service level agreements are dead

Service-level agreement (SLA) contracts can drive the wrong business outcomes. Some technology leaders want to move away from those SLA-driven contracts.

By Peter Bendor-Samuel

May 5, 2016

BPM Systems Business IT Alignment Technology Industry

Analytics comes to IT service management

ManageEngine, a division of Zoho, is looking to leverage its IT management domain expertise to offer a self-service IT analytics solution to help IT better utilize the data it generates.

By Thor Olavsrud

May 5, 2016

Big Data ITSM Technology Industry

Wearables etiquette in the workplace

You should practice old-school manners when using new-school tech.

By Kristen Lamoreaux

May 5, 2016

Careers Consumer Electronics Wearables

Cloud consequences: JP Morgan calls time on IT-as-usual

IT as we know it is on the brink of massive disruption. Enterprise IT groups will struggle to rebalance skills while vendors struggle for survival. How will your organization fare in the new cloud-centric world?

By Bernard Golden

May 5, 2016 9 mins

Careers Cloud Computing Data Center

It’s time for CIOs to be innovation leaders

CIOs are in a unique position to lead cross-enterprise innovation u2014 if only theyu2019d awaken the Force

By Richard Pastore

May 5, 2016

CIO IT Leadership Innovation

Getting rejected but not disrespected

My husband received yet another rejection — but this time, it was different.

By Sharon Florentine

May 5, 2016

IT Jobs IT Skills Relationship Building

U.S. carriers near bottom of wireless network performance list

Despite the high price of wireless service in the United States and recent investments designed to improve the 'Big Four' carriers' networks, American consumers still suffer comparatively poor service, according to a new report.

By Bill Snyder

May 5, 2016

Carriers Small and Medium Business Smartphones

Why Apple’s awkward approach to enterprise is paying off

Apple inspires a level of excitement among IT pros today that every enterprise vendor should covet, thanks at least in part to progress in its deal with IBM. However, Apple remains plagued by a number of key shortcomings that keep it from conquering

By Matt Kapko

May 5, 2016

Apple Small and Medium Business iPhone

Are you ready for peak hiring season?

It's almost summertime and the hiring's easy – or, at least a bit easier than at other times of the year. Based on data from recruiting and hiring software platform SmartRecruiters, May, June and July are the best times to look for talent.

By Sharon Florentine

May 5, 2016

Careers IT Jobs IT Skills

How Hilton delivers greater convenience to hotel guests

Most hotel chains are offering high tech amenities to their guests these days. From apps to IoT tech, Hiltonu2019s raising the bar on what customers can expect, from the lobby to the room.

By Bruce Harpham

May 5, 2016

Mobile Mobile Apps Small and Medium Business

8 challenges affecting software project management

Software development isn't easy. Managing software development projects might be even harder.

By Moira Alexander

May 5, 2016 9 mins

Developer IT Leadership Project Management Tools

Cybersecurity and the Black Swan event

Are financial institutions vulnerable to a cybersecurity Black Swan event?

By Jim Kittridge

May 5, 2016

Cybercrime IT Leadership Innovation

Nilay Patel just doesn’t understand the Apple Watch

An editor at The Verge complains about the speed of the Apple Watch, but I think heu2019s expecting too much from a first generation product designed to be an accessory to the iPhone.

By Jim Lynch

May 5, 2016 6 mins

Small and Medium Business Smartwatches Wearables

Report: CIOs face ‘massive gap’ in talent acquisition

CIOs are eager to ramp up hiring but admit they lack a robust talent pipeline. In this free report from the CIO Executive Council, three CIOs offer their approaches to filling the talent gap.

By CIO staff

May 5, 2016

CIO IT Jobs IT Leadership

How AEG’s CIO plans to hit the big time

Former Royal Caribbean Cruises CIO Bill Martin is creating a data governance strategy at Anschutz Entertainment Group to better connect with customers.

By Clint Boulton

May 4, 2016

CIO Data Architecture Data Mining

Looking for a job in IT? These states added the most tech jobs in 2015

Tech hubs appear in almost every state, but some stand out from their peers for exceptional employment and wage increases.

By Todd Thibodeaux

May 4, 2016

IT Jobs Salaries Technology Industry

How to detect if you’re in a relationship with the wrong software outsourcing company

If your outsourcing provider isn't measuring up against industry standards it's time for a change. It may be time to take corrective action and consider the benefits of switching to another provider.

By Steve Mezak

May 4, 2016

Enterprise Applications Outsourcing Technology Industry

LogMeIn creates CMS-like platform for IoT connected products

With the next generation of its Xively Connected Product Management Platform, LogMeIn is aiming to make it easier for companies to deploy and manage connected products in the Internet of Things.

By Thor Olavsrud

May 4, 2016

Internet of Things Software Development Technology Industry

A brief history of the humble airport cell phone lot

In addition to heightened security, the horrific Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks resulted in at least one more enhancement to the modern air travel experience: the cell phone lot.

By Al Sacco

May 4, 2016

Physical Security Small and Medium Business Smartphones

How to use advanced analytics to mitigate EHR data risks

Consulting firm PwC says healthcare organizations should leverage advanced analytics to mitigate the risks associated with electronic health record data.

By Thor Olavsrud

May 4, 2016

Electronic Health Records Healthcare Industry Technology Industry

10 things to do before, during and after your performance review

Performance reviews can be nerve-wracking and many workers struggle with the process. Here are ten tips to make sure your next performance review is productive and fulfilling.

By Sharon Florentine

May 4, 2016 8 mins

Careers IT Skills Relationship Building

5 hard truths about employee engagement

Engaged employees mean more revenue, less turnover and a happier workplace. But the truth is that the majority of workers aren't engaged in their roles, and it's costing companies more than lost productivity.

By Sarah K. White

May 4, 2016

CIO CMO CTO

Community building in the service sector: Learn from the pros

When it comes to online communities, three communities have successfully amassed thousands of loyal members and have been on the up and up. All the three of them are from different niches but the underlying formula for success is the same. Find out w

By Dipti Parmar

May 4, 2016

Internet Marketing Social Networking Apps

6 Google Analytics tips to boost your online sales

Google Analytics can tell you virtually anything you want to know about your site visitors, organic SEO efforts and pay-per-click ad campaigns. A set of digital marketing and online metrics experts shares advice on how to use GA data to increase sale

By James A. Martin

May 4, 2016

Analytics Google Marketing

Digital businesses are shaking the foundation of traditional management

Old-school management thinking will not be enough to develop truly innovative digital business solutions.

By Cory Crosland

May 4, 2016

Enterprise Architecture IT Strategy Web Development

5 videoconferencing fears (and how to overcome them)

Videoconferencing continues to gain in popularity as a way to save both time and money, not to mention increase collaboration among a distributed workforce. Hereu2019s how to make the most of the medium.

By Kristin Burnham

May 4, 2016

Collaboration Software Enterprise Applications Small and Medium Business

How to customize your Mac’s hard disk icons

Yes, you can customize your Macu2019s hard disk icons in just a few steps in MacOS. Why use Appleu2019s boring default icons when you can use your own?

By Jim Lynch

May 4, 2016

Consumer Electronics MacOS

Queue up for IBM’s quantum computer

Quantum computing requires a whole new type of thinking, but some of the ways IBM and others are bringing this experience to market are reminiscent of much older paradigms.

By Roger Kay

May 4, 2016

Cloud Computing Emerging Technology IBM