Where IT automation fits — and doesn't

To succeed, companies need to target the most basic and frequent tasks. Then, value stream mapping can help spot other ideal automation targets.

By Roberto Torres • May 20, 2021

Most organizations are planning — and failing at — ERP modernization

The lack of understanding around total cost of ownership is the top reason for project failure, according to a Boomi survey.

By Katie Malone • May 19, 2021

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CIO Priorities

Companies task their CIOs with balancing the company’s economic and operational needs as they enable technology throughout the business.

By CIO Dive staff

Tech-savvy businesses more likely to expect growth, survey finds

Most companies who describe themselves as technologically advanced expect growth six months out, far outpacing those which do not.

By Roberto Torres • May 18, 2021

CIOs prepare for human-centered, business leadership

A digital shift is empowering employees and customers, changing how CIOs do their jobs.

By Katie Malone • May 17, 2021

4 in 10 software engineers want to go back to the office: report

For tech executives, hybrid work success means equally supporting how engineers interact with teammates and tools regardless of location.

By Roberto Torres • May 17, 2021

Balance precision and speed for a smart cloud migration

When it comes to planning cloud migration, precision equals performance. Having said that, migration momentum must always be top of mind. So how do you balance the two?

May 17, 2021

Skip the programs, focus on culture: IT leaders navigate inclusion at work

There isn't a one-size-fits-all solution to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Instead, it's usually tailored to the business mission and workforce.

By Katie Malone • May 14, 2021

A CIO's guide to making digital transformation work

Making digital transformation happen requires a strong-willed, forward-thinking CIO, but they can't do it alone.

By Allen Bernard • May 14, 2021

How tech leaders can speak the language of the board

When learning how to communicate technology priorities to the board, cybersecurity is a tangible place to start.

By Katie Malone • May 12, 2021

Where digital technology fits in CEO recovery strategies

CIOs must find the use case for technology as "digital" takes on a new post-pandemic meaning. 

By Naomi Eide • May 11, 2021

5 questions to ask after a vendor outage

Asking these questions at the right time can help executives make critical calls and assist the company through an incident.

By Roberto Torres • May 10, 2021

3 types of hybrid work models (and the pros and cons of each)

There are many ways to approach hybrid work. Explore three types of hybrid work schedules, their pros and cons, and which work best for different companies.

May 10, 2021

Tech jobs remain clustered in major hubs — for now

The share of tech jobs in eight U.S. metro areas — including San Francisco, Seattle and Boston — inched up, according to Indeed data.

By Roberto Torres • May 6, 2021

Digital vs IT? Pitfalls of seeing tech as a disjointed unit

One way executives can combine the powers of IT and digital is to aim all efforts toward unifying projects.  

By Roberto Torres • May 5, 2021

Collaboration breakdowns hurt transformation, security

The companies that succeeded at pivoting to remote work, and managing the associated IT and cybersecurity challenges, were those that enabled cross-functional teams.

By Roberto Torres • May 5, 2021

Tech staff spend to rise as talent demand trends play out

High demand for AI, software and data science talent is driving up staffing costs — as is the need for talent to support cybersecurity practices.

By Roberto Torres • May 3, 2021

3 biggest threats to cloud migration planning

What are the 3 biggest killers of cloud migration planning? How can you accelerate the time-to-value of your cloud journey?

May 3, 2021

Federal government is running 50-year-old technology — with no updates planned

Legacy systems often increase security vulnerabilities and frequently run on hardware and software no longer supported.

By Katie Malone • April 30, 2021

The pandemic tested emerging tech. Now, CIOs must crystallize strategy

Bringing together multiple technologies can maximize the impact tools like AI and IoT can have in the enterprise.

By Roberto Torres • April 30, 2021

Talent, skills gap among top barriers to growing digital business

Data can assist organizations in shaping their upskilling strategies, with an assist from curated content providers.

By Roberto Torres • April 29, 2021

How IT can solve for the pressure of supporting work anywhere

Automation and unified endpoint management software can help IT weather the increased complexity of sustaining operations.

By Roberto Torres • April 27, 2021

5 foundations of a future-ready enterprise

The biggest challenges to competing in a digital economy include lack of resources, a risk-averse culture and weak commitment from leadership.

By Katie Malone • April 27, 2021

What's causing your app delivery delays?

Interested in developing applications really fast? Separate Your IT Team from the Pack

By Forsyth Alexander • April 26, 2021

The skills gap is shifting: Prepare to upskill

Forty-one percent of companies emphasize soft skills for tech staff, according to a CompTIA survey.

By Katie Malone • April 23, 2021

To counter tech debt, center the customer in IT modernization

Continue upgrades for an IT structure that can keep up with the times, tech leaders advise.

By Roberto Torres • April 23, 2021