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Windows Phone 7 Fails to Learn iPhone Lessons

Did the iPhone make Windows Phone 7 look foolish? Or did Microsoft do that all by itself?

Innovation Means Risk, CIOs Warned: ‘Get Over it’

Chief information officers should be leading the charge to adopt innovative social media if their organizations aren't leveraging the technology, a Canadian IT professor has told an audience of CIOs.

Apple Trips Up Enterprise iPhone Apps

Apple's confusing iOS Developer Enterprise Program shows a lack of enterprise understanding.

The Economics of the Cloud: Dissecting a Must-Read White Paper

A new white paper sponsored by Microsoft may be a watershed event in the debate on cloud economics, says CIO.com's Bernard Golden. Its conclusions regarding private cloud costs will surprise some.

BlackBerry PlayBook Tablet: 10 Key Features and Facts

CIO.com's Al Sacco spotlights the 10 things any and all tablet watchers–or anyone else interested in RIM's first tablet computer–should know about the upcoming BlackBerry PlayBook.

Microsoft Ramps up Fight to Be Cloud Leader

In a bid to raise the profile of Hyper-V and Azure, Micorosft has launched new partnerships, features and packages. But is it enough to make them a credible leader in the cloud computing market?

Facebook’s New Privacy Feature: What You Need to Know

How secure is your Facebook account? A new security feature called "Account Protection" clues you in.

Why Can’t ERP Software Be More Like Pandora Radio?

Lumber Liquidators' painful SAP rollout shows why employees need software that reflects individual tastes and needs.

BlackBerry PlayBook Tablet to Sell for Less Than $500, Report Says

A new reports suggests RIM's 16GB BlackBerry PlayBook tablet will retail for "under" $500.

Windows 7 Migrations: Tips for Getting the Timing Right

When is the best time to roll out Windows 7 to your enterprise? Consider this expert advice.n

Inside HP’s New $1 Billion Outsourcing Plan

HP today shared details on six countries that will become its global delivery hubs for enterprise services. In this Q&A, CIO.com gets the lowdown on where jobs are being added and eliminated, lock-in concerns and the future of HP services. n

Will the iPad Kill the Netbook Star?

The netbook's rock-bottom prices don't outshadow the appeal of Apple's iPad.

AT&T BlackBerry Torch 9800 Price Cut in Half; Just $0.01 on Amazon

AT&T is now offering the BlackBerry Torch 9800 for just $100…but you can get it for much cheaper at Amazon.com.

Survey Says: Global Outsourcing Market Is Growing

A survey finds that more countries are ramping up outsourcing markets, giving India and North America increased competition.

Business as Organism, Mechanism, or Ecosystem

Do you envision your organization as an organism, mechanism, or ecosystem? The answer has powerful consequences.

BlackBerry Bold 9780 Update: Now Available in Canada; Camera-less Version for T-Mo; “Piano-Black” Bezel

CIO.com's Al Sacco provides a status update on the BlackBerry Bold 9780, which is coming to the U.S. via T-Mobile Nov. 17.

5 Best Practices for Test and Development Projects in the Cloud

Application test and development projects are a natural starting place for companies moving to use cloud computing services. Forrester Research's James Staten discusses how to tell if your project is a good match for the cloud.

BlackBerry Troubleshooting: Online “Toolkit” Helps to Resolve BlackBerry Issues

An online "BlackBerry Troubleshooting Toolkit" from RIM aims to help BlackBerry support-staff resolve smartphone problems.

How to Prepare for the PMP Exam Part 4: Essential Study Materials

Most certified project management professionals (PMPs) will tell you that passing the PMP certification exam requires a considerable amount of studying. Here's a list of essential study materials you'll need to be successful.

CIO.com Teardown: Apple CEO Steve Jobs

In the spirit of gadget teardowns, we take apart Apple's iconic leader to see what makes him tick.n

Use CRM to Crowd-Source Your Product Strategy

Product strategy groups used to be staffed by all-knowing MBAs. Not any more. Here's why your CRM system should be at the hub of product strategy decisions.n

20 Must-Have IE and Firefox Shortcuts

Are you wasting time in your browser? Check out these easy tips for faster work with IE8 and Firefox.

IRS Fully Reliant on Social Security Numbers

Google Ordered to Name Cyberstalker

Windows Phones: Publishers Surprisingly Eager to Get Apps on WP7

A new survey reveals strong app developer interest in WP7. Meanwhile, Dell ditches company-issued BlackBerrys for WP7.

Leo Apotheker: Wanted by Oracle, Found by Me

Where in the world is HP CEO Leo Apotheker? I think I've cracked the case.

Dell to Ditch 25,000 Staff BlackBerrys, Lure RIM Customers with BES Alternative

Up to a quarter of Dell's global workforce could soon hand over their BlackBerrys for Dell-made Windows Phone 7 smartphones.

Cloud Computing: Why You Can’t Ignore Chargeback

You might think that users would prefer to avoid chargeback because they currently get resources for free, and implementing chargeback would result in more budgetary outflow. But you'd be wrong, says CIO.com's Bernard Golden.

Why Cloud Won’t Kill IT Outsourcing or Consulting

Will cloud computing spell bad news for outsourcers and consultants? The debate continues: Grid Dynamics says bread and butter demands will change, but enterprise IT will still be hungry for help with implementation, support, and customization.

Free BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES) Express for IBM Lotus Domino Now Available

RIM's free BES Express software is now available for IBM Lotus Domino, in addition to Microsoft Exchange.

CEOs to CIOs: We Need the iPad!

Did you get the memo about the iPad? Well, Gartner just sent one to your CEO.

CIO Resumes: Compare Yours to the Cream of the Crop

CIO.com obtained three examples of actual CIO resumes that executive recruiters deem outstanding enough to prompt a call about job opportunities. How does your resume stack up to these fine specimens?

Your CEO’s 2011 Agenda: What CIOs Need to Know

You want to be strategic? Then get to know your CEO's agenda and how you can help solve your company's most pressing problems in 2011. A new Gartner report outlines seven critical areas.

Windows 7 Wanted at Work: Consumer IT Strikes Again

Windows 7 fans are joining smartphone users in bringing personal tastes into the workplace and demanding enterprises respond. IT should embrace this, advises Forrester.

Oracle v. SAP: Why No One Is Shedding a Tear for Oracle

Even when Ellison & Co. stand to win a legal case, they find a way to lose.

Cloud Performance Metrics: No Standards, So Mileage Varies

Just try to do a fair comparison of how your app runs in two different cloud providers' environments. It's tough now due to a lack of standards.

What’s Next for the CIO Role

CIOs can advance their leadership roles in their companyu2019s growth agenda

Three Opportunities for CIOs to Prove Their Business Smarts

A new job, a fresh corporate focus or a business-focused conversation can help CIOs burnish their image as strategic leaders.

A Small Manufacturing Company Rolls Out iPad: 3 Tips

Industrial Mold & Machine in Ohio is using the iPad to help bridge a corporate cultural divide. Here, they share three rollout tips.

Microsoft and Google Slug It Out for Uncle Sam’s Cloud Business

The cloud-based office apps archrivals have ramped up the fight for city and state government customers. Is Microsoft playing fair u2014 or as Google argues, rigging the competition?

5 LinkedIn Privacy Settings You Need to Know

How much of your profile have you made public? Can others see that you've viewed their profile? If you're unsure of these answers, it's time to revisit these five privacy settings.

Contrarian Says U.S. Needs More H-1B Workers

Is the United states wasting its time and playing to the fears of "nativists" with its current H-1B visa policies? Some libertarians say yes–and argue that the U.S. needs to abolish H-1B restrictions.

The CIO Activist: Using IT To Improve Lives

San Francisco CIO Chris Vein pushes for social change and seeks to extend broadband access to the masses.

Great Panelists Misbehave on Stage

Want to learn how to be a stand-out panelist? The best ones speak up, stand out and have fun.

Management in India: Three Things You Need to Know

Management Consultant Gunjan Bagla advises CIOs on how best to work with Indian executives and their teams

How FedEx Improved Security, Eased Access

By moving to an identification badge-management application, FedEx simplified its ID process from three badges to one while saving money and boosting security.

Tokenization: Five Things CIOs Need To Know

Data breaches are expensiveu2014they cost an average of $6.75 million per incident, according to one study. One way to reduce the risk is to cut down on the places that handle sensitive data. Enter tokenization.

How Wi-Fi and Wireless Data-Sharing Cures Patients’ Ills

Cancer Treatment Centers of America seeks to improve patientsu2019 care and quality of life through an all-digital hospital.

Taking Business Risks With Your IT Budget

New IT-enabled business models can be created only when CIOs take risks, says Vinnie Mirchandani, an expert in outsourcing and author of a book on disruptive technologies.

Using Business Intelligence to Predict Harry Potter DVD Sales

Itu2019s not magic. Business intelligence is helping Warner Bros. make more accurate sales forecasts for the upcoming Harry Potter DVD.