CIO.com readers weigh in on Twitter's business value, the importance of ERP, taking a lower-level job and other hot topics in the tech world. 1. Wake Up People! Forget Twitter and iPhone Apps, and Focus on SAP and ERP Apps Consumer electronics and smartphone apps and Facebook are irrelevant. They are nothing more than a costly distraction, stealing your attention from the massive problems that you, your company and the business world now face. By Thomas WailgumUser Comments SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER From our editors straight to your inbox Get started by entering your email address below. Please enter a valid email address Subscribe “All too often, social media is seen as a distraction, the new solitaire. What you fail to see, is that social media is online conversation on a vast spectrum of topics.” “A well written article, but consider that SaaS and cloud computing could very well be the thing that reduces the IT workforce within a business.” “Thank you! I have been in the software industry for for over 20 years and mostly in marketing. This is the best article I have read in a long time.” CLICK HERE TO READ ARTICLE AND MORE COMMENTS >>>2. Should You Take a Lower-Level Job? Many career experts warn job seekers against taking lower-level jobs. But in this economy, taking a lower-level job might actually be a smart career move. Here’s why. By Meridith Levinson User Comments“Not a single experience was wasted and not a single moment that I earned compensation for my effort (be it $5.00 or $500.00) did I consider myself to be taking a step backwards in the progress of my career or my life.” “Professionally it is is irresponsible for these ‘experts’ to tell people to pass on job offers unless they can back them financially. Which we all know they are not willing to do.” “If one had to take a stint [at McDonalds’s] while looking for their next move, so what? I’ll bet they would be a better leader in the future as a result. CLICK HERE TO READ ARTICLE AND MORE COMMENTS >>> 3. 16 Ways IT Can Do Less with Less Tough times call for tough measures. Layoffs and cutbacks are rampant. Even if your IT budget is relatively stable, you will probably be asked to do more with less. By Dan Tynan User Comments “Great piece – the title really says it all about the current state of IT affairs. We all need to think more tactical. ” “One thing I have to disagree with: the statement that switching to open source would save money. I would like to see a coolheaded apple-to-apple comparison between open source and several proprietary platforms. I still did not see even one.” CLICK HERE TO READ ARTICLE AND MORE COMMENTS >>> 4. How and Why to Launch a Business Presence on Twitter From an upstart airline to the cable company some people love to hate, organizations big and small have reaped success in improving customer service, receiving R&D tips, and marketing their products on Twitter. Here’s expert advice on how and why your business should tap into Twitter. By C.G. Lynch User Comments “I have found Twitter to be great for small business owners, but it may be a little different than how others use it. It is a way to build relationships with those you may serve.” “NONSENSE! Return on Engagement is tantamount on Return on Prayer. It’s a made up pretend business phrase because social media evangelists CAN’T do numbers for actual ROI.” CLICK HERE TO READ ARTICLE AND MORE COMMENTS >>> Related content feature 10 digital transformation questions every CIO must answer Impactful DX requires a business-centric approach supported by the right skills, culture, and strategy. Here’s how to assess whether your digital journey is on the path to success. By Mary K. Pratt Sep 25, 2023 12 mins Digital Transformation Digital Transformation Digital Transformation feature Rockwell Automation makes shift to ‘as-a-service’ model Facing increasing competition from cloud hypervisors that see manufacturing as prime for disruption, the industrial automation giant has undertaken a major transformation to add subscription software services to its core business. By Paula Rooney Sep 25, 2023 6 mins Manufacturing Industry Digital Transformation IT Strategy brandpost Fireside Chat between Tata Communications and Tata Realty: 5 ways how Technology bridges the CX perception gap By Tata Communications Sep 24, 2023 9 mins Emerging Technology feature Mastercard preps for the post-quantum cybersecurity threat A cryptographically relevant quantum computer will put everyday online transactions at risk. Mastercard is preparing for such an eventuality — today. By Poornima Apte Sep 22, 2023 6 mins CIO 100 Quantum Computing Data and Information Security Podcasts Videos Resources Events SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER From our editors straight to your inbox Get started by entering your email address below. Please enter a valid email address Subscribe