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While the feds have certainly put hurdles in place to prevent abuse, outsourcing IT in a highly regulated industry like banking may very well lead to higher standards and quality outcomes.
The Xamarin acquisition proves Microsoft is more interested in its developer tools than its own struggling phone operating system.
Many businesses face a looming skills gap in IT, but, according to research from Foote Partners, many of the wounds are self-inflicted.
Though Silicon Valley may still struggle for gender equality in tech jobs, other U.S. cities are faring better. Here are 10 locations inching closer to gender equality and equal pay.
A recent Elephant in the Valley survey shows that sexism, discrimination and harassment are prevalent in the Silicon Valley. But another survey reveals that awareness and education around gender sensitivity can help reduce bias, discrimination and ha
To get to the top of the org chart, you'll need more than basic dev skills. Today's head honchos offer their wisdom on getting ahead
… and you can start by banishing the word "impossible"
Transitioning from waterfall to agile development can be like shooting the rapids. IT industry experts share advice on how to not get crushed on the rocks.
Managed security services providers can help companies struggling to fill security roles.
It can feel like herding cats leading the open source charge
Looking to save on networking costs, some CIOs are extending SDN capabilities to the WANs that connect remote offices. The challenge is that the fledgling SD-WAN market is unpredictable and driven largely by startups.
Social engineering and ‘download this attachment’ scams are back – as if they ever left – and working better than ever, unfortunately.
"The entire C-suite and board is on the hot seat for security these days," says Matthew Karlyn. And that makes data breaches everyone's business.
Making the business case for embracing cloud services isn’t the challenge it once was. What is proving to be more of a hurdle to wider-scale cloud adoption is the lack of expertise, experience and resources to take advantage of what’s now possible.
When it comes to security, you're better off employing a specialist. However, according to recent research, less than half of companies employ a CSO/CISO.
The retailer's growth strategy hinges on the success of what CEO Craig Menear calls "One Home Depot." Here's what making good on that strategy looks like from IT's point of view.
Network World 30th Anniversary: Reimagined productivity apps, more diversity in the workforce and Cisco getting stronger in next 10 years
Network World turns 30: Infographic compares the cutting edge in 1986 to where technology stands today
"As CIOs, our responsibilities and our roles are transforming," says Frito-Lay's Kristen Blum. "We have to step out of our comfort zones every day.”
The pros and cons of proposed legislation to identify a board’s cybersecurity pro.
Didn't land that dream job? Rejection can be difficult, but there are eight tips for handling the loss and moving forward with your career search.
Forget two-year IoT pilots. Prebuilt solutions and fast prototypes mean you can ascertain the business value of IoT quickly enough to stay competitive.
The FBI may have backed off from its demand that Apple build a backdoor, but experts say that a lasting legacy will remain
Project management job interviews can be more stressful than the new job itself. Most candidates expect to talk about their strengths, weaknesses, skills and methodology as a PM. But to truly be prepared when walking into that next PM interview, be r
Use these tips from seasoned IT pros to re-architect your day for maximum impact with minimal stress.
You simply can't tolerate the toll toxic employees take on your workplace. The problem is that the same qualities that make aggressive, nasty bullies can also make them good at their job.
While it may still be years away, understanding how 5G will impact the enterprise now will help you plan accordingly.
Box CIO Paul Chapman says today’s IT organizations must adapt to the needs of modern workforces, but some IT pros have trouble letting go of control.
Business are starting to invest more in IT, and that means they're also investing in IT workers. A study from Brilliant found that Q4 hiring for IT has remained steady, as businesses search for qualified tech workers.
Software-defined WANs can save money and improve network performance.
If zombie apps are attacking your company, you need to hire an application assassin.
If you ask Hal Gregersen, innovation is one of the most important factors of success in the enterprise, and that's especially true for IT. In his MIT lecture series, he coaches attendees from around the world on how to stay curious and ask the right
Two recent reports confirm that your greatest security threat is your users, not outside hackers.
The venerable General Electric is undergoing a profound change as the result of digital transformation and the Industrial Internet of Things. Its evolution is providing insight into what's coming for the industrial sector overall.
Chris Turner is now a successful mobile developer for a home automation and application development company. But his career path took some unexpected turns along the way.
Artificial intelligence may be coming to your IT department sooner than you think, but not the way you might imagine.
They are a hot product, since they can tell you so much about your health. The problem is fitness wearables can tell the same things to a lot of other people, from marketers to identity thieves
While it might not always seem like it, Washington, D.C., is no stranger to cutting costs. At one of the branches of the Department of Defense, in fact, lowering the costs of failure can bring innovation, even in times of budgetary belt-tightening.
Smart companies are looking to their past employees to help drive future success and are actively encouraging boomerangs. Here's how to get your alumni strategy right.
How many tools are too many tools to have an efficient defense in depth security infrastructure?
CIOs who work closely with CEOs to direct digital strategies will eventually find themselves in the CEO’s seat themselves, according to Salesforce.com CEO Marc Benioff.
Introducing the 'Treacherous 12,' the top security threats organizations face when using cloud services
