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Government Networks Unprepared for Cloud, Big Data Transitions

A new survey of federal network managers reveals that government agencies are not ready for the arrival of the 'big five' tech transformations — cloud computing, big data, security, mobility and data center consolidation.

Don’t Be Fooled by Ads Disguised as News

An increasing number of online editorial organizations are running something called "native" or "sponsored" content, a.k.a., advertisements disguised as news. CIO.com blogger Bill Snyder says the practice is often deceptive, and t

The new scope of mission-critical computing

Are CIOs and CMOs on a Collision or Collaboration Course?

CMO and CIOs get along ok, but the relationship could be strengthened

Best iOS Travel App ‘TripIt’ Just Got Better

TripIt's iPhone app now presents upcoming travel reservations and information in card form. The change is a welcome one, according to CIO.com blogger James A. Martin, but unfortunately the new features are only available (for now) to iPhone and

Windows Developers Struggling With Mobile Apps

Windows developers are receiving an ever-greater number of requests for mobile apps. However, they are struggling to meet that mobile demand with current tools and skills, while also meeting expectations to support and enhance of existing desktop app

iPad Pilot Programs’ Dirty Little Secrets

iPads in the enterprise is a great concept and many companies are eager to roll out pilot programs. However, the reality is that these programs can drag out for years and, in some cases, thousands of iPads sit in warehouses waiting for programs to be

Where Do SDNs Fit in the Data Center?

As CIOs try to make sense of the hype surrounding software-defined networks (SDNs) and their potential in data centers, some experts and vendors say IT leaders are looking for answers in all the wrong places.

Lessons on the Future of IT From ‘Future Shock’ and ‘The Singularity Is Near’

Alvin Toffler introduced to the term 'information overload,' while Ray Kurzweil told us we'll be overload with more information each decade than in the previous century. There's a lesson for the IT departments of today (and tomorr

Stop the Gold Phone Madness! (Before It’s Too Late)

Apple's release of a gold-colored iPhone 5S could mark the start of a very disturbing trend, according to CIO.com's Al Sacco.

Facebook in Hot Water (Again) Over Its Ever-Changing Privacy Policies

The FTC is investigating Facebook yet again in relation to privacy polices that advocates say exploit users' personal data.

CIOs Look to Shared IT Services for Government Agencies

In a bid to contain costs and glean greater efficiencies from their IT operations, department and agency federal CIOs are looking to consolidate commodity services in a more centralized framework.

Test Your CRM Management and Administration IQ

Sure, there's admin certification to verify knowledge and experience, but even certified admins make errors. While these errors are easy to spot, preventing them may mean sending employees back to school.

16 IT Skills in High Demand in 2013

What IT skills are the hottest with employers and what forces are driving those career trends? We examined Foote Partners recently released quarterly IT Skills and Certifications Pay index and we spoke with industry experts to find out.

Wal-Mart Quickly Cuts iPhone 5C/5S Prices Before Official Release

Apple's new iPhones are not even available yet, but Wal-Mart already cut the suggested retail prices for both the iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C.

Pentaho Addresses Data Blending with Updated Business Analytics Platform

Once you've addressed storing and visualizing your data assets, the next step in harnessing the power of big data is blending operational data with data from other sources. Pentaho is seeking to smooth the path for organizations looking to do so

ATF CIO Pushes for a More Mobile Government

The CIO of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives outlines efforts within the government to mobilize the workforce, noting the benefit of increased productivity and collaboration as well as progress made addressing the security chall

Why HP’s Successful Turnaround Is Closer Than It Looks

Hewlett-Packard's turnaround effort under CEO Meg Whitman, like an object in the rearview mirror, is closer than it appears. Credit the impending success on strategic partnerships, good hires and a broad view of the future of tech.

Top 5 New Features in Apple’s iOS 7

Apple's iOS is about to get a major upgrade. The look and feel, Control Center and enhanced Notification Center top the list of buzzworthy iOS 7 features, according to CIO.com blogger James A. Martin.

China Struggling to Compete in the IT Outsourcing Arena

China is looking to compete with India on the global IT outsourcing stage. However, its progress has been slow due to a sluggish IT and business process services industry, a lack a IT talent and a bad reputation for intellectual property protection a

How Big Data Is Changing Football on and off the Field

Big data is rapidly transforming the way we think, work and play. It is helping enterprises use their data to improve their processes, recognize anomalies and better connect with customers. The power of data is changing everything, often without our

Developer Evangelists Build Community, Engagement for Software Firms

If you're looking for a career that combines your passion for software development with your communications skills, becoming a developer advocate may be the job for you. And if you're a software development manager, you may want to consider

How to Prepare for Web Accessibility Before the Government Forces Your Hand

The Department of Justice has been delaying Web accessibility updates to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for years, but 2013 may be when it finally happens. If your business already follows existing accessibility guidelines, little will cha

iPhone evolution, release timeline and memorable moments

Apple's iPhone 7 and 7 Plus are now available online and in Apple stores. Here's a look back at the evolution of the consumer smartphone that started it all, along with release dates for every iPhone and key turning points along the way.

Nokia Knocks New iPhones, iTunes Radio

Nokia tried to steal some of Apple's new-iPhone thunder yesterday with snarky tweets and a mocking press statement.

14 things you need to know about data storage management

If you think backing up files and software to a storage device or to the cloud will automatically preserve and protect them (and your organization), think again. Data storage and management experts discuss what steps you need to take to properly mana

7 Startups Show How the Entrepreneurial Spirit Drives Innovation

GigTank, an entrepreneur accelerator event, paired seven startups with mentors, business leaders and others able to help people with big ideas start to bring them to market. Everyone gathered in Chattanooga, Tenn., where citywide 1 gbps is part of th

Is Your Business Ready for iOS 7?

Apple's latest mobile operating system upgrade, iOS 7, will be ready for public consumption on Sept. 18. To help you prepare, enterprise mobility company Cortado has some suggestions (in infographic form).

Mobility Brings Changing Roles for CIOs, Workers and Businesses

Mobility in the enterprise is on the move. What's the future look like? BYODers might have to fork out more cash, businesses must turn into mobile tech experts, and CIOs will take on a new role.

Why the Last Mile of CRM Implementation Is the Hardest

In broadband networking, the last-mile problem is getting from the big pipes to the end user at a reasonable cost. The last mile in CRM is getting data from users' favorite application — email — into the CRM system without disrupting their bel

Fall is the Season for CIO Job Changes

And 2013 is no exception.

New iPad Browser Turns Websites Into ‘Apps’

Opera Software's new iPad-only browser transforms bookmarks into app-like icons. The tablet software is simple and elegant, but Coast has a few notable limitations, according to CIO.com blogger James A. Martin.

Verizon’s Not-So-Secret Plan to Kill the Open Internet (and Why You Should Care)

Net neutrality guarantees that all Web surfers have equal access to online content. Verizon and other telecom giants want to kill net neutrality and restrict customer Internet access, but CIO.com blogger Bill Snyder says you should do everything you

7 Reasons You Shouldn’t Buy the Galaxy Gear Smartwatch – and 2 You Should

In the market for a smartwatch? CIO.com's Al Sacco spent time with Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Gear smartwatch and quickly came up with seven solid reasons not to buy the gadget, though he did find two reasons to justify a Gear purchase.

Anomaly Detection Lets You Find Patterns in Log Data

Generating insight from log data traditionally requires writing a search. But that means you need to know which questions to ask. How do you get insight from data you know nothing about? Sumo Logic's answer combines machine learning and pattern

Verizon, Federal Judges Challenge FCC Open Internet Order

A panel of judges suggest that the Federal Communications Commission may have overstepped its authority in issuing rules to prevent broadband providers from blocking or discriminating against content on their networks. Verizon, specifically, is chall

The 16 Most Popular Mobile Apps in the World

An online-research firm released a list of what it says are the most popular mobile apps in the world. CIO.com blogger Al Sacco says the list is questionable, but it does provide some interesting findings.

Free iOS App Lets You Easily View a Variety of File Formats

The free doctape Viewer iOS app lets you open more than 80 different file types using an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. The app is very useful, but CIO.com blogger James A. Martin found a few drawbacks.

Gmail Users Should Expect No Email Privacy, Google Says

Do you value email privacy? If so, don't use Gmail. Facing a lawsuit from angry consumers, Google told a U.S. court that Gmailers should understand their email can and will be scanned.

Your Video Strategy May Hold the Key to Hiring Top Talent

If video and telepresence isn't a priority at your company, you may be missing out on the chance to hire and retain top technology professionals, according to a recent study.

IT Pros and BYOD Users See Support Much Differently

When it comes to providing mobile support to BYOD employees, IT and end users have drastically different perspectives. More than half of tech pros recently surveyed would give themselves a grade of A or B. However, most users would give IT a C or wo

How to Move Beyond Project Estimates and Provide Better Value

If software development teams can take the time they spend estimating how long a project will take and start to execute that project instead, they can go that much faster. But what does a world without estimates look like — and what might it mean fo

Unified Communications Drives Collaboration, Cost Savings (After a Lot of Hard Work)

Many obstacles face firms hoping to deploy unified communications, from technology that doesn't integrate to users who don't want to give up PBX systems. But organizations that are willing to fight the good fight stand to reap the benefits

IT Resume Makeover: How to Showcase Your Strengths

Your resume needs to be more than a description of the roles you previously held. It needs to tell the story of you. Learn what it takes to showcase the skills that will get you hired.

How to Prepare for a Potential Syrian Counterattack on the U.S. Power Grid

It isn't yet time to stock up on canned beans and bottled water, but a potential conflict with Syria–which hasn't been shy about attacking vulnerable U.S. infrastructure–should have your organization reviewing its disaster-preparedness pl

Big Data Drives City of Buffalo’s Operation Clean Sweep

By layering data from 311 and 911 calls over Census data, unemployment data and other poverty indicators, Buffalo uses data analytics to identify its most challenged neighborhoods and more effectively deploy resources for everything from neighborhood

Call Center Outsourcing Buyers Want More Than Cost Savings

As the market for contact center outsourcing has matured, buyers are increasingly looking for sophisticated support from suppliers to enhance the customer experience across multiple channels, which include mobile apps and social media.

5 Companies That Create Cool (and Useful) Vine Videos

Video-recording and sharing service Vine is hugely popular among consumers, but the app also sparked the imagination of corporate marketers. CIO.com blogger Jim Martin spotlights five companies that do Vine videos right.

How to Get a Great Deal on a High-End Smartphone

The cost of some high-end smartphones from companies including Google, Nokia and Apple are dropping as new models become available, so now's the time to find great deals on devices, according to CIO.com blogger Bill Snyder.

Have We Reached Gadget Fatigue?

Smartphones are everywhere, and smartwatches are poised to follow. Techies are eying Google Glass. And we now wear our technology on our sleeve. Have we finally reached gadget overload? CIO.com senior writer Tom Kaneshige isn't afraid to say, &#