Advice for venturing into virtualization
05/13/08
Server virtualization is all the rage, but to get the return on investment you're seeking, you've got to make a proper assessment. Gartner offers bet practices to avoid the problems that can plague server virtualization implementation.

Social networks gain momentum with IT professionals
05/06/08
It's no longer just teenagers actively embracing social networking sites. A new study shows that IT professionals are also harnessing the power of social networking.

Retention redux
04/29/08
What do you do to hang on to talented IT staff? According to the results of a recent survey from Robert Half Technology, the most frequently cited method is to show them the money.

Long-term technologies that matter
04/22/08
Looking for the next emerging technologies and how they will affect your business? For those interested in long-term IT planning, Gartner has identified several emerging technologies that will become a force in the next five to 20 years. Such technologies will have broad economic, scientific or societal impact and transform your business, according to Ken McGee, vice president and Gartner fellow.

Managing contractors
04/15/08
Most organizations have to turn to a third party for help with IT needs at some point, whether it's short-term professional staffing to fill a skills gap or handing over desktop support to an outsourcer. But while bringing in contractors can help ease the load, your IT group assumes the responsibility of staying on top of the service provider.

The changing role of the CIO
04/08/08
Up and coming CIOs are those who are flexible, productive and provide visibility into their IT projects, according to a new study from Serena Software.

Security-cleared employees clearing better salaries
04/01/08
If you work for a consulting firm or the defense industry, your IT staffers with security clearance can likely demand higher salaries. A new study from ClearanceJobs.com shows average salaries rose 6% over last year, to $72,803.

Industry outlook for 2008
03/25/08
IT leaders with an eye on the economy may be wondering how their industries are expected to do this year. According to business intelligence researcher IBIS, VoIP subscription growth will boost service provider revenue. In contrast, mortgage and loan brokers are not likely to expand their staffs.

The changing nature of the CIO position
03/18/08
When it's time to hire, you likely seek business skills in prospective IT employees, and your own company's senior executives are no different. If you want to rise in the IT leadership ranks, it's best to have business unit experience outside of IT. This is one of the findings in a report from research firm Gartner.

IT leaders anticipate making new hires in Q2
03/11/08
Despite concerns about stagflation, some CIOs intend to add to their staff next quarter. The Robert Half Technology IT Hiring Index and Skills report forecasts an overall hiring increase of 12%, which is unchanged from this time last year and 2% higher than the projection for the current quarter.

Forrester forecasts future IT adoption
03/04/08
You may have already heard discussions about populism in this election year, but are you familiar with what Forrester Research dubs technology populism? A new report from the analyst firm identifies a coming wave of IT adoption spurred by a proliferation of consumer devices, social networking tools and cloud-based collaboration services. As a result, IT leaders will need to rethink the ways they currently deploy technology.

Outsourcing study points to lost opportunity
02/26/08
Outsourcing may help your organization cut IT costs, but a new study shows that many outsourcing initiatives are hampered by poor planning and a lack of innovation.

IT staffing shortage to surface again
02/19/08
Remember the IT skills shortage of the dot.com boom in the late '90s and in the beginning of the decade? It may be back soon, according to the results of two recent studies. IT leaders need to be prepared for the coming staffing challenges.

IT aids healthcare
02/12/08
The graying of America points to the healthcare field as a ripe opportunity for IT professionals. According to a new report from Wireless Healthcare, the elderly will rely on telecare service and health 2.0 services and they'll need IT leaders to run them.

IT pay edges up
02/05/08
Project managers are key to your IT team and their importance is being reflected in increased salaries. According to IT job site Dice.com's 2007 salary report, companies are increasingly seeking project managers and these professionals' compensation grew accordingly.

Offshore IT engagements lower than expected
01/29/08
It may seem like many IT jobs are being offshored, but that's not the case according to the IT leaders polled by Robert Half Technology. Of the CIOs surveyed, 94% said their company does not outsource IT jobs outside of the United States.

Tech employers tout flexibility
01/22/08
Flexible work arrangements are an increasingly common measure of attracting and retaining tech employees, according to the results of a study released earlier this month by Culpepper and Associates.

Strategize succession planning
01/15/08
We've talked before about succession planning, but haven't yet focused on what that constitutes or what sets apart the best programs. As you identify and groom potential replacements for key IT managerial positions, some research from Aberdeen Group may help.

The greening of the wiring closet
01/08/08
No doubt your organization is looking to green computing, not just to be socially responsible, but to save money. There's a lot of talk about the data center, but don't overlook the network itself and your wiring closets. An enterprise network has a big impact on your company's total environmental footprint, according to a new report from Gartner.

Vulnerabilites in Web apps and unsuspecting users are threats to IT security
12/18/07
Emerging attack patterns deserve especially close watch by IT executives, according to a recent report from the SANS Institute. Two new risks that are difficult to defend against are critical vulnerabilities in Web applications and unsuspecting users.

Networking a sought-after skill
12/11/07
Network staff continue to be in high demand, according to the results of IT staffing firm Robert Half Technology's quarterly job report.

Hot IT exec jobs for 2008
12/04/07
Many IT and IT-related executives will be in high demand in 2008, according to executive search firm CTPartners' annual list of hot jobs.

Interest builds in unified communications
11/27/07
Executives are eager for unified communications to aid their businesses by boosting productivity and improving collaboration, according to the results of a new study. But cost and complexity are seen as barriers to deployment.

What Millenials want
11/20/07
Many organizations anticipating future Baby Boomer retirements have focused their attention on luring Millenials to their ranks. A new report shows younger workers expect a lot from their leaders and seek opportunities for growth.

Prepare for a data breach
11/13/07
Just last week, the Alabama Department of Public Health, Butte Community Bank and Carolinas Medical Center reported data breaches. The incidents stemmed from a mailing error, a stolen laptop and a lost laptop.

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