John Edwards
John Edwards is a veteran business technology journalist. His work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and numerous business and technology publications, including CIO, Computerworld, Network World, CFO Magazine, IBM Data Management Magazine, RFID Journal, and Electronic Design. He has also written columns for The Economist's Business Intelligence Unit and PricewaterhouseCoopers' Communications Direct. John has authored several books on business technology topics. His work began appearing online as early as 1983. Throughout the 1980s and 90s, he wrote daily news and feature articles for both the CompuServe and Prodigy online services. His "Behind the Screens" commentaries made him the world's first known professional blogger.
7 signs it's time to kill an IT investment
Saying good-bye is hard to do. Worse, however, is pouring precious resources into a project that's doomed to failure.
7 reasons your AI strategy isn't working
Where did it all go wrong? Instead of achieving success, many new AI adopters are tripping into common pitfalls that derail the technology's benefits. Here's how to get back on track.
7 tips for leading multiple IT projects at once
IT leaders will have their hands full when COVID-delayed projects return to the front burner. Here's how to maintain oversight and guidance without losing sleep or sanity.
7 attributes every IT leader must have
Leadership has little to do with one's title or seniority; it's an attribute that's earned over time through study, practice and commitment. Are you prepared to become a true leader?
7 steps for making IT layoffs as painless as possible
It's the downside of any IT leader's job: telling skilled, productive staff members their services are no longer required. Here's how to make an unpleasant task somewhat less disagreeable.
Remote IT’s future: Key lessons learned from this WFH era
COVID-19 made IT staff working from home a necessity. Should the practice now be viewed as a fresh path to improved productivity?
7 ways to effectively ensure IT-business alignment
Successful technology and business synchronization will never happen automatically. Here's how to get IT strategies and enterprise goals to mesh like clockwork.
7 ways to gain control over cloud spend
Does it seem like a sizable portion of your organization's cloud budget is disappearing into thin air? Here's how to bring some of that money back home.
7 new rules for leading IT teams in the COVID era
Getting IT teams to work imaginatively and productively has always been challenging. New social distancing restrictions elevate a demanding task to a new and even more daunting level.
7 steps to prepare IT for a second-wave COVID-19 outbreak
Lessons learned to date promise to help IT weather a second round of COVID-19 lockdowns this winter. Following a few basic suggestions could spell the difference between a trouble-free transition to remote teams and a viral meltdown.
7 tips for getting the most from your project team
In today's challenging IT and business world, it's more important than ever to tackle new projects with people who will work skillfully and efficiently. Here's how to build your dream team.
7 attributes to look for in a deputy IT leader
The CIO has become pivotal — and demanding. But having a trusted No. 2 can help ease the pain. Here's how to find the best second-in-command.
7 low-cost, high-impact IT initiatives you can launch today
Launching an impactful project doesn't have to break your budget. Here are seven performance-boosting initiatives to push your organization forward — even in lean times.
7 innovative ways to find scarce IT talent
Few are available, yet many are needed. A shortage of qualified specialists is forcing IT leaders to try alternative ways of finding skilled experts in a variety of fields.
7 sure-fire ways to sour the business on analytics
True data value depends on business insights. Here’s how to ensure your analytics initiatives make sense to those who will benefit the most.
7 ways to root out IT staff incompetence
To err is human, but repeated IT blunders can invite organizational disaster. Here's how to clamp a lid on your frequent fumblers without crushing team morale.
7 ways to optimize IT team productivity during difficult times
Even in today's challenging environment, inspiring staff members to function effectively isn't as hard as many IT leaders believe. The secret lies in smart, adaptable management.
7 secrets of successful remote IT teams
Don't let geography diminish your IT team's productivity. These simple tips will help you get everybody working collaboratively and effectively wherever they are.
7 tips for coping with a limited IT budget
When less must be more, it's essential to allocate IT resources intelligently and creatively. Here are 7 ways CIOs can meet key goals when challenged by a restricted budget.
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