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Why BlackBerry Fingerprint Scanning via Trackpad Could be an IT Nightmare

A recent patent application filed by BlackBerry-maker RIM suggests that the company may soon incorporate fingerprint-scanning technology for added security into the "trackpad" navigation system used in some of its latest devices. But such a

Four of the iPad’s Biggest Whiffs

One technologist calls out the iPad's technical shortcomings. At the top of the list: a hard-on-the-eyes, power-draining LCD screen.

Apple searches for a market with blank sheet of iPad

BPM allowed Irish Life Corporate Business to go digital

Is the iPad a Game Changer?

It won't be easy for the iPad to change the e-reader and publishing markets, much like the iPod did to the music industry. But here's five recent Apple successes that give the iPad an edge.

ERP: How and Why You Need to Manage It Differently

Enterprise Resource Planning has become a legacy system. That means simpler implementation, reduced maintenance costs and integrating new technologies.

Book review: Beyond the Boys’ Club

Government IT: why getting it right matters

The CIO Questionnaire: Al-Noor Ramji, BT Group CIO

Book review: Wrench In The System