Every day in countries around the world, organizations are planning business transformations or executing on their vision. They’re attempting to enter new markets. They’re looking to speed up processes. They want to go from product-based offerings to a service-based model. But no matter the goal, no matter the power of your strategy, the transformation won’t deliver desired results if underlying processes are broken, outdated, or ill suited for the task at hand. The problem isn’t…  MORE

At this point in the 21st century, AI adoption is no longer something for an organization to investigate – it’s fundamental for competitive advantage. And while tech leaders are tasked to carry out immediate implementation, they can’t blindly dive into a full-scale AI initiative without being aware of potential negative ramifications. There are trade-offs, as well as a balancing act to perform. For starters is the debate between speed and security. Everyone wants a fast…  MORE

Many of today’s CIOs and CTOs have career aspirations that go beyond the realm of technology. More than mere tacticians and implementers, they possess the strategic vision that can foster long-term organizational goals. The problem is, other executives in the company, as well as the board, may not be aware of their deeper capabilities. This is where technology leaders must make an impression when discussing the initiatives they’re currently overseeing and planning for in the…  MORE

No matter a CIO’s expertise or track record of success, every project has the potential to creep in the wrong direction or progress slower than anticipated. This occurs more often than is generally believed, especially within mid-sized and large enterprises. And the stalling or drifting of the project can be so subtle that even the most attention-detailed CIOs and project managers may not realize what’s happening. Once they become aware of the situation, timelines and…  MORE

In the constant quest to create more revenue streams, companies don’t have to restrict themselves to developing new products or services. They can also leverage the goldmine in their enterprise data. Most likely, your organization is sitting on a massive, yet untapped, amount of data from both consumers and business activity. That information can be monetized by leveraging it into a new offering that meets a growing market demand. And with IT leaders now being…  MORE

To compete, every major retailer on the planet must have a powerful e-commerce operation. Yet for those who also offer brick-and-mortar shopping, many are experiencing a disconnect between their in-store and online commerce solutions. This can cause major revenue issues, as a retailer’s omnichannel expertise has much to do with their success. But only 6% of retailers report that they provide consistent omnichannel experiences. Lack of consistency leads to lack of personalization throughout the e-commerce…  MORE

CEOs count on their technology leaders to improve productivity, drive growth, and facilitate marketing and sales initiatives. At the same time, they also have to be aware of costs, and keep spending as lean as possible. The costs of the cloud are one primary area where CTOs and CIOs can cut the fat. In fact, tech leaders often waste money on cloud services that would be better spent on other mission-critical projects. Overspending on the…  MORE

Every CIO has to consider others players in their category when formulating technical strategies. But they must also grapple with risks presented by outages, supply chain issues, cyber attacks, and the unpredictability of today’s global business climate. These forces can affect the bottom line as much as any competitor. This is why tech leaders are increasingly focusing on identifying and mitigating risks. And in the process, they’re proving that resilience efforts can deliver measurable ROI….  MORE