We are no longer living in a security-first world: It’s a data-centric one. With data breaches reaching record levels, regulatory frameworks lagging and companies scrambling to keep up, it’s no wonder enterprises struggle with controlling access to data. Limited controls and inconsistent security measures only add to the challenge, making it harder than ever for organizations […]
Navigating Data Collection Tech Hurdles and Enhancing Patient Care in Clinical Trials
Data collection sits at the foundation of clinical trials, historically gathered from meticulous in-person visits to clinical trial sites. To improve efficiency, clinical trial research has significantly transitioned in recent years. The expansion of technological data collection methods, from wearable sensors to smartphone applications, has facilitated many aspects of clinical trial research, allowing patients to share […]
What Is Next-Generation Data Protection and Why Should Enterprise Tech Buyers Care?
When a cyberattack occurs, it is crucial for a business to recover quickly. A cyberattack (such as a ransomware or malware attack) requires alerting the CEO and the entire senior leadership team to protect the company and recover from any damage. This is a critical issue for all global enterprises. In the U.S. and Europe, […]
AI Roadmap: Overcoming Tech Challenges to Achieve Long-Term Success
As artificial intelligence (AI) adoption surges, modern organizations face increasing pressure from all angles. Stakeholders demand the implementation of AI, media headlines hype its boundless potential, and employees are expected to leverage AI-driven efficiencies. Yet, despite the excitement, many companies struggle to realize the promised value of AI investments. The reason? There is a critical […]
Reflecting on 2024: What We Got Right, What We Got Wrong, and What We Learned
Around this time of year, many data, analytics, and AI organizations are planning for the new year, and are dusting off their crystal balls in an effort to understand what lies ahead in 2025. But like all predictions, they are only helpful if they are right. If you are a fantasy sports fan like me, […]
Why the Growing Adoption of IoT Demands Seamless Integration of IT and OT
Over the past year, cyberattacks on cyber-physical systems (CPS) have cost organizations around the world at least $500,000, highlighting the growing financial and operational risks of compromised security. As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to emerge as a key driver in nearly every sector, the need for trustworthy, secure data becomes even more crucial. To address these challenges, […]
Data Monetization: The Holy Grail or the Road to Ruin?
Unlocking the value of data is a key focus for business leaders, especially the CIO. While in its simplest form, data can lead to better insights and decision-making, companies are pursuing an entirely different and more advanced agenda: the holy grail of data monetization. This concept involves aggregating a variety of both structured and unstructured […]
The Hidden Infrastructure Crisis: Why CIOs Face a Perfect Storm in IT Talent Management
As organizations navigate the complex landscape of digital transformation, CIOs are confronting an unprecedented crisis that extends far beyond the typical challenges of recruitment and retention. At its core, this crisis represents a fundamental misalignment between traditional IT infrastructure management and modern development practices – a gap that threatens to widen as experienced IT professionals retire […]
Mind the Gap: Architecting Santa’s List – The Naughty-Nice Database
You never know what’s going to happen when you click on a LinkedIn job posting button. I’m always on the lookout for interesting and impactful projects, and one in particular caught my attention: “Far North Enterprises, a global fabrication and distribution establishment, is looking to modernize a very old data environment.” I clicked the button […]
How to Foster a Cross-Organizational Approach to Data Initiatives
In today’s business landscape, data reigns supreme. It is the cornerstone of effective decision-making, fuels innovation, and drives organizational success. However, despite its immense potential, many organizations struggle to harness the full power of their data due to a fundamental disconnect between IT and business teams. This division not only impedes progress but also undermines […]