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Gartner details the five 'digital competencies' CFOs must wield in 2021
Artificial Intelligence

Gartner details the five 'digital competencies' CFOs must wield in 2021

Advancing the emerging technologies of robotic process automation (RPA), advanced AI and more hinge on achieving these competencies, Gartner says.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Jan 2021
ICT trends: What to expect in 2021
Microsoft

ICT trends: What to expect in 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated changes in ICT trends. Remote working, distributed cloud, cybersecurity, and governance will dominate in 2021.

By Jon Lang • 6 min read • Fri, 15th Jan 2021
The six critical factors for a successful data science project
Data Analytics

The six critical factors for a successful data science project

Organisations tackle data projects amid failure rates; success hinges on efficient data access and skilled teams.

By Peter O'Connor • 5 min read • Fri, 15th Jan 2021
The 5 biggest decisions for business leaders in 2021, according to Gartner
Human Capital Management

The 5 biggest decisions for business leaders in 2021, according to Gartner

Gartner has highlighted five decisions HR leaders must make in 2021 to rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic and ensure business success.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Jan 2021
Three keys to keep remote workforce operational: VPNs, SaaS apps, and internet health
Software-as-a-Service

Three keys to keep remote workforce operational: VPNs, SaaS apps, and internet health

Managing a remote workforce is a complex task for IT managers, requiring focus on remote worker enablement, SaaS deployment, and internet health.

By Mike Hicks • 4 min read • Wed, 13th Jan 2021
Why effective ROI messaging is critical for driving sales and adoption
Breach Prevention

Why effective ROI messaging is critical for driving sales and adoption

Business leaders must prioritize communicating a strong ROI message in the current environment of budget shortages and disruptions, according to Gartner.

By Dave Arkley • 4 min read • Wed, 13th Jan 2021
PC market hits all time high, driven by pandemic-related buying
PC Market

PC market hits all time high, driven by pandemic-related buying

Global PC market experiences biggest growth in a decade with 10.7% increase in Q4 2020, driven by consumer demand, says Gartner.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Jan 2021
Avolution a Leader in Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Architecture Tools
Avolution

Avolution a Leader in Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Architecture Tools

Avolution has been recognized as a Leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Architecture Tools for the fourth consecutive year.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Jan 2021
Gartner: The character traits CIOs will need to have in 2021
Recruitment

Gartner: The character traits CIOs will need to have in 2021

CIOs need determination and sensitivity, says Gartner. Pandemic-induced changes highlight the need for strong leadership and emotional dexterity in the role.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Jan 2021
For 17th year OpenText named leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant
OpenText

For 17th year OpenText named leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant

OpenText has been named a leader in the 2020 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Content Services Platforms for the seventeenth consecutive year.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Dec 2020
Remote working to continue as common practice following COVID-19 vaccine
Human Capital Management

Remote working to continue as common practice following COVID-19 vaccine

New findings from Gartner show that 90% of HR leaders will allow employees to work remotely, even following the release of a COVID-19 vaccine.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Dec 2020
Gartner highlights six ways to improve customer experience with VoC solutions
Customer Relationship Management

Gartner highlights six ways to improve customer experience with VoC solutions

Gartner outlines six steps for customer service leaders to implement voice of the customer solutions for better CX management.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Dec 2020
The top search terms from IT execs in 2020
Unified Communications

The top search terms from IT execs in 2020

COVID-19, cybersecurity and operating models were amongst the most searched terms by IT executives in 2020, according to the analyst firm.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Dec 2020
Gartner names Zscaler the only leader in Magic Quadrant for Secure Web Gateways
Zscaler

Gartner names Zscaler the only leader in Magic Quadrant for Secure Web Gateways

Zscaler named as the only Leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Secure Web Gateways, marking its 10th consecutive year in the position.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Dec 2020
Juniper reveals new partner programme for 2021
Network Infrastructure

Juniper reveals new partner programme for 2021

The programme introduces new opportunities for partners to capture business through Juniper's AI-Driven enterprise strategy.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Dec 2020
Nutanix takes out winning spot in Gartner's HCI Magic Quadrant
Converged Infrastructure

Nutanix takes out winning spot in Gartner's HCI Magic Quadrant

Nutanix named leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for hyperconverged infrastructure for fourth year running. Demand for software-defined solutions grows.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Dec 2020
Pure Storage named Leader in Gartner MQ for Primary Storage Arrays
Storage

Pure Storage named Leader in Gartner MQ for Primary Storage Arrays

Pure Storage was named a leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Primary Storage Arrays, marking its seventh year in the Leaders Quadrant.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Dec 2020
Aruba marks 15 years as Leader in W/LAN Magic Quadrant
Network Infrastructure

Aruba marks 15 years as Leader in W/LAN Magic Quadrant

The HPE company was furthest in Vision of all vendors in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Wired and Wireless LAN Access Infrastructure.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Dec 2020
Gartner: Six infrastructure and ops trends for 2021
Hybrid & Remote Work

Gartner: Six infrastructure and ops trends for 2021

Plus, recommendations for infrastructure and operations leaders to respond to these trends and achieve optimal results in a post-pandemic environment.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 8th Dec 2020