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Dell VP, Good Technology CEO Grim on BlackBerry at MobileCon 2013

Dell and Good Technology shared some insights on BlackBerry at MobileCon 2013. Not surprisingly, the outlook was grim, and though the end may be near for BlackBerry, both companies offered a few possible reasons why BlackBerry could still hang on in

CIOs Want to Be Allies, Not Adversaries, With Business Users

For years, CIOs raged against stealth technology that could put their company's security — and maybe their authority — at risk. Today, though, IT executives see the world differently and are quick to explain that they should be ambassadors bet

How Healthcare CIOs Can Sell IT to Hospital Boards

Miami Children's Hospital has invested heavily in technology — from patient-facing mobile apps to a telehealth center with a global reach. CIO Edward Martinez says getting the hospital board to see the benefits of such technology means putting

As the Jedi views the Force, so should the CIO view CRM

Was Wikipedia the Start of Big Data?

How many times a week do you use it?

Gartner Says CIOs and CMOs Must Learn to Collaborate on Digital Marketing

The research firm predicts the convergence of IT and marketing as businesses increasingly look to digital promotional strategies.

How a Dating Service for IP Could Turn Patent Trolls Into White Knights

At Demo 2013, a firm called idealAsset showed off a product that helps would-be buyers and sellers of intellectual property find each other. Could this sort of matchmaking convince patent trolls to acquire IP by nobler means?

Bolster Your Dropbox with Boxie for iOS

The official Dropbox iOS app works well, and it's free, but Boxie adds valuable features and a pleasant iOS 7 interface, according to CIO.com blogger James A. Martin.

Why Smartwatches, Glasses and Other Wearable Tech are No Gimmick

Executives, product managers, analysts and others from wearable-technology companies spoke at MobileCon 2013 about the current state of "wearables," challenges and barriers to success, as well as why wearable tech is here to stay.

Tech Gives Rise to the Digital Marketer

That sound you hear is the buzz around marketing using social media and mobile apps. Not only can marketers now reach a larger audience, data analytics measure the effectiveness of digital campaigns in quantifiable terms. But can marketing pros becom

Federal Security Breaches Traced to User Noncompliance

In an effort to lock down agency data and control access points, cybersecurity professionals in the federal government fail to consider the experience of end users, who say security policies are burdensome and often resort to workarounds.

SDN Adoption Puts DevOps Pros in High Demand

The shift toward network automation and virtualization offered by Software Defined Networks will increase demand for DevOps professionals. If you have both technical expertise and business acumen, you may soon have new IT career options.

Open Source App Development Platform Aims to Ensure Privacy in the Cloud

Data privacy is top of mind for users everywhere. Cloud storage and backup vendor SpiderOak plans to address privacy concerns with Crypton, an open-source Web app dev platform that crunches data in a browser-based client instead of the cloud.

The 9 hardest things programmers have to do

Software developers have all sorts of hard tasks—most of which don't involve writing code.

Gov’t Shutdown Got You Down? Kindr for iPhone Could Help

A new iPhone app delivers good news and lets you send compliments via text or email to friends and earn points. Though the app's intentions are good, CIO.com blogger James A. Martin's message to one friend wasn't received, and the soft

Watch CTIA MobileCon 2013 Keynotes Live at 2PM PT

The CTIA MobileCon 2013 day one keynote starts at 2PM Pacific time, and it will be available to watch via a live video stream.

Does Cloud Computing Require a Cultural Change in the Enterprise Ranks?

5 areas CIOs must examine before moving to the cloud

15 Common IT Job Search Mistakes

Searching for a new IT position in a competitive market can be an uphill battle. One little mistake could cost you the opportunity. Read on to make sure you aren't making one of these commonly seen blunders in your job search.

Manage Cloud Computing With Policies, Not Permissions

Cloud computing obsolesces the idea that IT operations must put users through the ringer to get their hands on scarce resources. Many organizations continue to insist that someone must review resource requests when, in reality, an automated policy en

Hospital CIO Leads Effort To Train Veterans For IT Jobs

An innovative program at Rush University Medical Center will support returning veterans by helping them find careers in the IT field.

What 3 Big Google Updates Mean for Your SEO Strategy

Recent changes to Google's search algorithm, its keyword planner tool and the availability of search query data may have you rethinking your SEO and online marketing strategies, but experts say it's best not to overthink things.

Dealing with the Accountability vs. Ownership Paradox

Wolfgang Richter, CIO of PWC, Offers an Approach

Silicon Valley Tech Workers: Get Your Butt in Here!

First Yahoo called its remote workers back to the office. Now HP has issued an 'all-hands-deck' mandate. (Rumors are swirling that Visa may be next to rein in workers.) Is this really all about innovation? And will this approach work with t

Why You May Need an ‘Agile Coach’ (Whatever One Is)

Ask an 'agile coach' what he or she does and the answer could range from write code to run meetings. It's not what you'd necessarily expect an agile coach to be doing, but that doesn't mean the role is unnecessary.

6 IT Outsourcing Lessons Learned From Healthcare.gov’s Troubled Launch

The federal government's recent launch of Healthcare.gov is a stunning example of outsourced IT gone wrong. The multi-contractor project has been riddled with issues and should serve as a reminder to any IT outsourcing customer regarding steps t

Adobe Helps Marketing Teams Tap Predictive Analytics, Mobile and Video Data

Aiming to make it easier for a broad swathe of people within the marketing department to leverage data, Adobe unveils new features for Adobe Analytics and the Adobe Marketing Cloud.

Messiest IT Workstation Photo Contest

Is your IT workstation always trashed, covered in wiring or covered in required reading? When people walk in your office do they ask, "What happened here?" Well, your inability to keep your workstation tidy could help you win big.

Improving Patient Engagement Equal Parts Technology, Empathy

Improving efficiency and cutting costs in healthcare means better collaborating with patients. Web portals and mobile applications can help, but only if they connect with the myriad systems that doctors actually use. Organizations can't forget t

IT Skills Gap Is Really an Education Gap

In Part 2 of CIO.com's three-part series on the technology skills gap in America, Gary Beach suggests that the issue is really an education gap. When it comes to math and science education, is the United States a nation at risk?

Level Money iOS App is a ‘Real-Time Money Meter’

Looking to get a better grip on your personal finances? Want to know how much cash you can afford to spend today, this week or this month? Level Money for iOS could be for you – if you're OK with providing some sensitive login credentials.

Federal Government Shutdown Unlikely to Impact H-1B Users

If the government shutdown continues on for more than a couple of months it could be trouble for IT outsourcers. But currently, the shutdown of iCert is not yet a problem for IT service providers. Here's why.

The State of HP, As Told by Meg Whitman

Hewlett-Packard is in the midst of a very public turnaround. This week, CEO Meg Whitman spoke to analysts about it. Her message — and the way she delivered it — should inspire HP customers and consumers at large.

10 New Gadgets to Improve Your Workspace

These gadgets and peripherals hitting the market just in time for the holiday season — yes, it's coming — will give you and your desk a much-needed upgrade.

Yahoo Updates iOS and Android Mail Apps, Gives Away 1TB of Storage

Is a TB of free Yahoo Mail storage enough to lure you away from your current Web mail provider? How about some new picturesque themes for your mobile email app? CIO.com blogger James A. Martin says you should keep an eye on Yahoo. Here's why.

Why Managers Need to Stop Worrying and Love Millennials

Millennials will challenge traditional managerial methods and question your every move. However, they will also bring energy, tech savvy and innovative ideas. Focus on hiring and retaining them as if your job depends on it — because it will.

Google Tells Feds It Wants to Disclose Surveillance Orders

Google, Microsoft, Facebook, Yahoo and LinkedIn are ramping up efforts in Congress and the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act court to win authority to publish figures about data-collection orders received from the feds. However, the Justice Depa

7 Top Wishes of IT Project Managers

If IT project managers were granted three wishes by the IT genie, what would they wish for? Here are the seven desires you'd find on the list.

How to Beat Storage Bottlenecks in a Flash

When a data visualization and analysis software provider found that its backend storage was slowing down its developers, it resisted the urge to add capacity. Instead, it turned to a software solution that scales storage performance using virtualizat

9 of the Hottest Mobile Development Skills

The demand for programmers and developers with mobile skills continues to rise, but which ones should you consider adding to your toolbox? We look at which IT skills are most sought-after by employers.

Two Reasons to Hate iPad Payment Terminals (UPDATED)

CIO.com's Al Sacco shares two reasons to think twice before tapping away on that iPad-based payment system at your local coffee shop or retailer.

Picking a Fight Over NSA Surveillance in the Post-Snowden Era

Privacy and Internet freedom will take center stage when Congress debates NSA Surveillance Reform. Oregon Democrat Ron Wyden is ready to lead the charge for stricter oversight of the NSA's far-ranging intelligence-gathering activities.

Kaseya Now Lets MSPs Offer Single Pane Infrastructure Monitoring

With the Zyrion acquisition complete, Kaseya brings Traverse cloud, virtualization and network monitoring product to market for one-stop infrastructure management. One MSP talks about what the deal means to IT customers.

Digital Distractions Can Turn Deadly

Our obsession with mobile devices leads us to text, surf and read when we should be paying attention to what's around us. Those distractions could cost you your cell phone — or worse.

What Is an Entrepreneur in Residence and Why You Need One

Entrepreneurs in Residence were once found mostly at venture capital firms, but the role has expanded and you can now find them at a variety of companies — including tech companies. But what exactly does one do?

Microsoft Says Its Future in the Cloud Is Bright

Pointing to a $2 trillion opportunity as the enterprise shifts to the cloud, Microsoft says it is perfectly positioned to lead in the enterprise cloud era.

Odd iOS Apps to Read Heart Rates, Count Pushups and Measure Organ Health

CIO.com blogger James A. Martin spotlights three quirky iOS apps that promise to help you stay healthy in different ways, but only one of them is actually worth the download.

Google Cracks Down on Sites That Charge to Remove Mug Shots

Anyone who was arrested probably had a mug shot taken, regardless of guilt or innocence. Unscrupulous sites are posting the images and charging to remove them, but Google is helping combat the practice, according to CIO.com blogger Bill Snyder.

Zombies Are Scary for Halloween, Scarier for Mobile IT

If you're talking about movies or Halloween costumes, zombies are scary fun. However, when the term for the undead refers to company-owned or BYOD mobile phones, CIOs are looking at the potential for frightening amounts of buried expenses.

Fade to Black(Berry): 8 Years Covering the Rise and Fall of RIM

CIO.com's longtime BlackBerry beat reporter Al Sacco says goodbye to the company he intimately covered for more than eight years.

Are CIOs Destined to Work for the CMO?

As marketing departments become more reliant on technology, a strong relationship with the CMO will be necessary for the survival of CIOs. In fact, don't be surprised to see CIOs playing a supporting role in the enterprise.