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GE Healthcare CTO Says IT Needs to Embrace Mobile, Cloud to Remain Relevant
GE Healthcare CTO Nevin Zimmermann talks with IDG Enterprise Chief Content Officer John Gallant about mobile, cloud, big data and more. Zimmermann also discusses how his team is evolving and why CIOs must embrace technology changes.News Analysis
How Safe is Google Glass for Driving?
A California woman's citation for wearing Google Glass behind the wheel raises safety questions about wearing the Internet-connected headset while driving.Feature
Why the Chief Digital Officer Role Is on the Rise
Whether you think it's part of a transitional period or here for the long-term, the Chief Digital Officer role is gaining ground as more conventional companies look to invest in an enterprise-wide digital transformation.Feature
How to Close the Technology Skills Gap
In the final installment of CIO.com's three-part look at the technology skills gap in America, Gary Beach offers 12 examples how companies are bridging the gap with innovative programs. He also offers suggestions for what you can do to build the next generation of IT pros.News
Federal Agencies on Track to Consolidate Data Centers
Congress looks to reduce the footprint of the government's IT infrastructure as agencies shift toward cloud computing, shared services and detailed reporting of government IT spending.News
Is Your IT Organization World-Class?
According to new research from The Hackett Group, two critical ingredients are woven into world-class IT shops. The firm also offers four best practices to achieve world-class status.Feature
12 Recent Technologies That Have Yet to Live Up to Their Hype
How many times has 'the next big thing' in technology turned out to be the next big fail, either because tech companies couldn't explain the product or service or the marketing was premature? Here's a look at today's most overhyped technologies?News Analysis
5 World Problems Too Big for Big Data
Despite advances in computing power, storage and analytics technology, some challenges are still too big for big data. Here's a look at five such problems — and what it will take to solve them.Feature
Why Good Employees Leave (And How You Can Keep Them)
If you're losing good workers and you're not sure why, the problem may lie with your firm's management style. The good news is that you can make small changes that will make a huge difference when it comes to employee retention.News Analysis
Why IBM Will Be Saved by Analytics — and Steven Mills
It's easy to tell executives exactly what they want to hear, even if it makes you like the violin player on the Titanic. Luckily, today's analytics technology gives executives real-time insight into how their firms are performing. At IBM, leaders such as Steven Mills are making sure Big Blue eats its own dog food and continues to reinvent itself in an ever-dynamic market.News
CIOs Want to Be Allies, Not Adversaries, With Business Users
For years, CIOs raged against stealth technology that could put their company's security — and maybe their authority — at risk. Today, though, IT executives see the world differently and are quick to explain that they should be ambassadors between tech vendors and business users.How-To
How Healthcare CIOs Can Sell IT to Hospital Boards
Miami Children's Hospital has invested heavily in technology — from patient-facing mobile apps to a telehealth center with a global reach. CIO Edward Martinez says getting the hospital board to see the benefits of such technology means putting IT strategy in the context of business strategy.News
Gartner Says CIOs and CMOs Must Learn to Collaborate on Digital Marketing
The research firm predicts the convergence of IT and marketing as businesses increasingly look to digital promotional strategies.News
Silicon Valley Tech Workers: Get Your Butt in Here!
First Yahoo called its remote workers back to the office. Now HP has issued an 'all-hands-deck' mandate. (Rumors are swirling that Visa may be next to rein in workers.) Is this really all about innovation? And will this approach work with today's tech workers — especially those in Silicon Valley?Feature
Improving Patient Engagement Equal Parts Technology, Empathy
Improving efficiency and cutting costs in healthcare means better collaborating with patients. Web portals and mobile applications can help, but only if they connect with the myriad systems that doctors actually use. Organizations can't forget that a little empathy goes a long way, too.Feature
IT Skills Gap Is Really an Education Gap
In Part 2 of CIO.com's three-part series on the technology skills gap in America, Gary Beach suggests that the issue is really an education gap. When it comes to math and science education, is the United States a nation at risk?Feature
7 Top Wishes of IT Project Managers
If IT project managers were granted three wishes by the IT genie, what would they wish for? Here are the seven desires you'd find on the list.Feature
What Is an Entrepreneur in Residence and Why You Need One
Entrepreneurs in Residence were once found mostly at venture capital firms, but the role has expanded and you can now find them at a variety of companies — including tech companies. But what exactly does one do?Feature
Are CIOs Destined to Work for the CMO?
As marketing departments become more reliant on technology, a strong relationship with the CMO will be necessary for the survival of CIOs. In fact, don't be surprised to see CIOs playing a supporting role in the enterprise.Feature
5 Things Businesses Need to Know About Google Glass
Much of the talk surrounding Google Glass has focused on its consumer appeal. However, the device does have enterprise potential. CIOs should consider developing applications such as providing diagnostic advice to field service workers and mobile coupons to retail customers.Feature
5 Millennials-in-the-Workplace Myths Busted
Forget what you think you know about Generation Y. A recent survey dispels many of the myths surrounding millennials and the digital culture. Turns out age may be nothing but a number.News
CIOs See Big Data as Internet-Like Innovation Platform for Government
Government IT leaders envision open, machine-readable data sets from across departments and agencies offering a testbed for innovative new applications and services the feds would never create on their own.Tip
Staples Lab Delivers Omnichannel Apps
The $24 billion office-supply company is relying on its new Velocity Lab to develop innovative retail technologies.News
Why Wall Street and Tech Analysts Got the iPhone 5S Wrong
Financial analysts, tech industry watchers and even a few media outlets struck out on initial iPhone 5S and iOS 7 predictions. Why didn't they see the record-breaking sales coming?How-To
The New Role for IT: Generator of Innovative Ideas
At Yum Restaurants International, the value of IT is business innovation.Feature
How to Build the Ultimate Fantasy IT Team
In the spirit of Fantasy Football, technology pros share their insights, strategies and top draft picks for their dream Fantasy IT team.Opinion
Lessons on the Future of IT From 'Future Shock' and 'The Singularity Is Near'
Alvin Toffler introduced to the term 'information overload,' while Ray Kurzweil told us we'll be overload with more information each decade than in the previous century. There's a lesson for the IT departments of today (and tomorrow): Ignore emerging technology, despite its flaws, at your own risk.Feature
Big Data Drives City of Buffalo's Operation Clean Sweep
By layering data from 311 and 911 calls over Census data, unemployment data and other poverty indicators, Buffalo uses data analytics to identify its most challenged neighborhoods and more effectively deploy resources for everything from neighborhood beautification to combatting crime and reducing fire hazards.Opinion
Have We Reached Gadget Fatigue?
Smartphones are everywhere, and smartwatches are poised to follow. Techies are eying Google Glass. And we now wear our technology on our sleeve. Have we finally reached gadget overload? CIO.com senior writer Tom Kaneshige isn't afraid to say, 'Enough!'Managing Innovation & Disruptive Technology
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Is Silicon Valley's Youth Movement Really Just Age Discrimination?
Cisco is the latest Silicon Valley company to make it clear that it wants a younger, more tech-savvy workforce. But what looks like a youth movement to some industry observers and tech executives is age discrimination to others.News
Apple Finally Fixes Developer Site, Takes Ellison's Jabs, Gets Icahn's Support
Apple's developer website is finally fixed after nearly a month of disruption. Then came Oracle CEO Larry Ellison's doomsday prediction on the eve of Apple's big fall product launch, followed by billionaire investor Carl Icahn showering Apple with some love. It's getting crazy in Cupertino.Feature
How Delphi's CIO Drives Innovation, Change and Revenue With IT
Delphi CIO Tim McCabe discusses how he navigated the auto-parts maker through times of major financial struggle and how, as a result, IT has become a driver of revenue. McCabe also explores why CIOs and IT leaders need to be more knowledgeable about their businesses and what the future of offshoring and out-tasking looks like.Feature
Students Learn to Win With Gamification
As 30-somethings go back to college to earn a first or a new degree, they sometimes need a bit of a confidence boost to re-engage with learning. At Kaplan University, students are rewarded with badges and higher rankings on leaderboards as they master skills and accomplish goals.Feature
How to Smooth IT-Business Friction
Infographic: Why can't IT pros and business pros get along? Maybe there is inherent tension between the two groups, but there are ways tech and end-users can work together. BMC Software looks at the prevailing sentiment and offers suggestions to improve communications.How-To
This CEO Relies on IT for Innovation
For ARI CEO Carl Ortell, real-time information delivery is key to strong relationships with customers and employees.Opinion
Top CIOs Embrace the Need for Speed
The business world views CIOs as more tortoise than hare, but it's time to rethink that stereotype. Award-winning CIOs find that speeding up innovation and business processes yields a competitive advantage.Feature
How Bug Bounty Programs Bring Big Savings and Better Security
Enterprise bug bounty programs are increasing in popularity. They offer cash to hackers who find and report security vulnerabilities and are an effective way for large organizations to beef up the security of their software.How-To
Big Data ROI Will Take Time, Clear Goals and Talent
The big data market is expected, by one estimate, to grow more than 30 percent annually until the end of the decade. But more than half of big data projects fail–and even those that do succeed can fall apart if the findings aren't applied to operational efficiencies. Ron Bodkin, CEO of Think Big Analytics, offers advice to help you prevent your business from becoming just another statistic.News
IT Increases Application Outsourcing Despite Disappointing Strategic Value
Five out of 10 outsourcing buyers will up their bets on applications outsourcing, according to a joint survey from KPMG and HfS Research, but they continue to be disappointed by providers' analytical capabilities and innovation.Feature
Cloud Services Pave the Way for Call Center Growth
One provider of contact center services in Latin America sees cloud computing as critical to competing with much larger competitors.Feature
How to Close the IT Talent Gap
How do you build your future workforce? Experts agree that there is a talent shortage of specialized technology workers who are core to IT and the business. But where is that gap at your company? Learning how to do a skills analysis of your IT teams can put you ahead of the talent curve.Tip
3 Ways to Jump-Start IT Innovation
To spark valuable new business ideas, these three CIOs are trying out creative techniques.Feature
How to Apply Transformational Leadership at Your Company
Transformational leadership is only one style of management, but it has the potential to empower your workforce to do more than you thought possible.Feature
Get New IT Pros Up to Speed Fast With This Onboarding Checklist
Whether it's due to high turnover and or a slowly improving IT job market, companies must increasingly deal with new employees entering the workplace. Learn what it takes to help your new hires hit the ground running.News Analysis
How Microsoft's Delayed Reorganization Is Fixing the Loyalty Gap
Word's out that Microsoft is poised to reorganize itself as a 'device and services' company. CEO Steve Ballmer has been trying to do this for a decade, but executives disloyal to him–or still loyal to Bill Gates–often got in Ballmer's way. But Redmond's successes, including Azure and Office 365, suggest this culture may finally be changing.News
Google I/O 2013's Coolest Products and Services
Google announced a number of innovative new products and services at its 2013 Google I/O developer conference this week. CIO.com's Al Sacco spotlights the news that matters most to non-developers and everyday Google users.Feature
eBay's CIO Succeeds by Innovating and 'Connecting the Dots'
eBay CIO Scott Seese says he and his team are using technology and innovation to drive the company's mission of connected commerce. He explains how the ecommerce giant taps into the power of social and mobile to help customers find and purchase exactly what they seek from among millions of sellers. Seese also discusses his strategy for success and why it's important to connect the dots.Feature
7 Healthcare IT Roles That Are Transforming Tech Careers
Healthcare IT is becoming one of the fastest growing areas in the job market as health service providers rush to get compliant and adopt new technologies.Opinion
Mobile Players Offer a Mix of Messages in TV Ads
Apple, Samsung and Microsoft take divergent paths to selling their smartphones via TV commercials. The winning approach: Focus on your own unique features, and resist potshots at the competition.-
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