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More on the “Data Lake Fallacy”…

Experts debunk the Data Lake myth, arguing it lacks structure for long-term value, urging firms to focus on governance instead.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Sep 2014

Mobile Device Management

Mobile privacy and the cross-device conundrum...

Most mobile apps ask us kindly to agree to all kinds of data sharing up front. We do, assuming the app won't work if we don't (it will).

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 2nd Sep 2014

Cybersecurity

Major banks hit by cyber attacks... 'alarming but not surprising'

Today's headlines report that big banks have been hit by cyberattacks, according to the FBI. While this news is alarming, it certainly is not surprising.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2014

Social Media

Why the term “thought leader” sounds self righteous and pompous...

The rise of self-professed thought leaders on social media raises questions about ego vs. audience, writes Jake Sorofman of Gartner.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2014

Risk & Compliance

What's the future of IT vendor management...?

Vendor management programs are evolving to capitalize on the value and innovation offered by vendors, while mitigating risks.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2014

Social Media

Gartner observes... Marketers, Cynics, and the #ALSIceBucketChallenge

The #ALSIceBucketChallenge has taken much of the social media world by storm, but not without generating blowback from critics and cynics.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2014

Crowdfunding

Is the crowd missing from vast majority of crowd funding?

What do you envision of when you think of a Crowd? I think of a place with the bustling energy of people moving to and fro in a flurry of activity.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sat, 23rd Aug 2014

Information Communication & Technology

IT leaders: 8 steps to build a compelling business case for social initiatives...

Gartner outlines 8 vital steps for IT leaders to craft a winning case for social and collaboration software investments amidst rising complexities.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 22nd Aug 2014

Unified Communications

CIOs start to taste the meringue and unload those pesky humans...

Cloud apps are usually available 99.9+%. Robots are available all but 4000+ hours per year. Human are unavailable 6,880 hours of every 8,760 hours.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 21st Aug 2014

3D Printing

Is consumer 3D printing a decade away from mainstream adoption?

3D printing is still 5-10 years away from mainstream adoption, but business and medical applications are ahead of the curve.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Aug 2014

Analyst report

Six patterns of “wow-worthy” digital marketing…

What makes digital marketing wow-worthy? Exceptional branded moments that remind us what great marketing is all about.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Aug 2014

Wireless Networks

Why are enterprise mobile app development teams failing?

Traditional methods of desktop app development won't work for mobile apps due to device diversity & mobile-specific considerations, says Gartner.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 18th Aug 2014

Marketing

How the role of the CMO is changing...

The role of chief marketing technologist hasn't even reached its tenth anniversary. Yet it's already starting to change. Why?.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 18th Aug 2014

Social Media

State of crowd funding 'very immature and highly fragmented'

The crowdfunding landscape remains in its infancy, marked by fragmentation and diverse models. Analyst Anthony J. Bradley explores this emerging sector.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sat, 16th Aug 2014

Microsoft

Plan now to avoid Windows XP deja vu with Windows 7...

Gartner says CIOs and endpoint computing managers should get ahead of the game and avoid the issues many organisations encountered last time.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Aug 2014

Lenovo

Chromebook sales set to triple as vendor interest intensifies…

Chromebook sales forecast to nearly triple by 2017, as vendors dive into the thriving market aiming to rejuvenate sub-$300 PC interest.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Aug 2014

Analyst report

Gartner examines the #FAIL safe way to start a tech business...

You're a technologist, and you want to know how to start a company or a product, how to generate a division or develop a new opportunity. Get rejected: Fail.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Aug 2014