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The US Government Might Get (Even More) Serious About CX

Forrester IT

If a bipartisan group of Congresspeople succeeds, the White House’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) will increase both the oversight and visibility of US government efforts to improve customer experience (CX).

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Breaking New Ground: A Dive Into Multimodal Generative AI

IT Toolbox

Multimodal generative AI is considered the next big thing in our path to achieving Artificial General Intelligence. The post Breaking New Ground: A Dive Into Multimodal Generative AI appeared first on Spiceworks.

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Predictions 2024: Automation Influenced By LLMs, Regulators, And Enterprise App Vendors

Forrester IT

In 2024, firms will surge ahead with automation initiatives, fueled by new AI enthusiasm. Learn more in our 2024 automation predictions.

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IronVest vs. 1Password: A Comprehensive Password Manager Comparison

IT Toolbox

A password manager helps manage online password credentials while storing them in an encrypted database. The post IronVest vs. 1Password: A Comprehensive Password Manager Comparison appeared first on Spiceworks.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Predictions 2024: Generative AI Transitions From Hype To Intent

Forrester IT

Will generative AI live up to the hype in 2024? The short answer is yes. Learn more in our 2024 predictions for artificial intelligence.

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Japanese Regulators Open Probe Into Google Search Monopoly

IT Toolbox

The probe follows similar investigations in the European Union and the United States. The post Japanese Regulators Open Probe Into Google Search Monopoly appeared first on Spiceworks.

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CCD vs. CMOS: 5 Differences To Know

IT Toolbox

The CCD process transfers a charge along the chip surface, while the CMOS process uses individual pixel amplifiers. The post CCD vs. CMOS: 5 Differences To Know appeared first on Spiceworks.

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Generative AI For Marketing In APAC: Call For Survey Participation

Forrester IT

Generative AI is among the hottest topics that B2C marketers in APAC wanted to hear from us in 2023. The top asked questions include: What are the most applicable use cases of generative AI in marketing today? What are generative AI’s key potentials to improve marketing efficiency?

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International Operation Dismantles Ragnar Locker Ransomware Group

Information Week

Another cybercriminal organization is disrupted by a coordinated law enforcement effort. What does this takedown mean for the outlook on ransomware and its potential victims?

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Embarking On New Research: From Technical Architects To MTO, Platforms, EAM, And Technical Debt

Forrester IT

I am happy to announce that I have completed my series of reports about the technical architect, including the expectations for this role, how to help technical architects succeed, and the trends that impact them: Evolve Your Technical Architects For Modern IT First 90 Days: Technical Architect Role Profile: Technical Architect Although the initial research […]

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2024 Salary Guide

Procom’s 2024 Salary Guide provides critical insights into the latest hiring trends, in-demand IT roles, and competitive pay rates across Canada and the U.S. It highlights key market dynamics such as the growing demand for remote work, skills-based hiring, and flexible staffing solutions. With detailed pay rate data for top IT positions like Cybersecurity Consultants, Cloud Engineers, and Salesforce Developers, this guide is an essential resource for companies looking to stay competitive in toda

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AI Is Milwaukee Bucks' New 'Sixth Man,' Boosting Fan Engagement

Information Week

Bobby Portis Jr. might not like losing his position to AI chatbots, but the NBA team is having success with AI tools to boost fan engagement and streamline their back-office operations.

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Master E-Commerce Fulfillment And Returns For Success This Holiday Season

Forrester IT

Embrace our recommendations, along with the upcoming advice in our holiday series, to survive the holiday rush.

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Everything You Need to Know About Microsoft’s New $5 Billion Investment in Australia

Tech Republic Data Center

Microsoft plans to more than double its cloud computing capacity in Australia over the next two years and expand its support for critical national cyber security and technology skills priorities.

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Intent Data Expectations Vs. Reality — What’s Working, And Where Are The Gaps?

Forrester IT

Forrester’s Q1 2023 Global B2B Intent Data Survey asked intent data users how this type of data is being deployed by their B2B marketing and sales teams — and what results these practitioners are actually seeing.

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Guide to Centralizing IT Operations: How to Link Tasks and Tools with an Automation Platform

For many IT admins, business as usual is a juggling act. Job schedulers and scripts run on autopilot, applications and operating systems can’t speak the same language, and other tools—like RPA or MFT solutions—operate in isolation. On a good day, everything runs smoothly. But good days are rare; more often than not, something goes wrong and you’re stuck putting out fires.

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Network complexity, talent shortages drive shift in enterprise IT buying habits

Network World

Increased network complexity, constant security challenges, and talent shortages are driving enterprises to depend more on channel business partners, including managed service providers, system integrators, resellers and other tech providers. Greater use of partners by enterprises is expected to continue over the next few years, experts say. IDC in its research on the future of industry ecosystems found that by the end of 2023, almost 60% of organizations surveyed will have expanded the number o

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Predictions 2024: An EX Recession And An AI Revolution Reshape The Future Of Work

Forrester IT

Employee experience in 2024 will face declining investment and rising complexity. But it’s not all bad news. Discover our employee experience predictions for 2024.

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Microsoft CMO Chris Capossela is leaving after 32 years, replaced by veteran exec Takeshi Numoto

GeekWire

Chris Capossela, Microsoft’s longtime chief marketing officer. (Microsoft Photo) One of Microsoft’s longest-running executive leaders is leaving after more than three decades with the company. Chris Capossela , Microsoft’s chief marketing officer, will be replaced in the role by another longtime marketing leader, Takeshi Numoto , himself a 26-year veteran of the company, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said in a message to employees Thursday morning.

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Predictions 2024: Smart Manufacturing Walks Back Prior Plans

Forrester IT

In 2024, Forrester predicts that a healthy pragmatism will take hold in manufacturing. Learn more from our 2024 smart manufacturing predictions.

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HR Meets AI: The New Way of Keeping Large Workforces Connected and Engaged

Speaker: Miriam Connaughton and Donald Knight

As organizations scale, keeping employees connected, engaged, and productive can seem like a monumental task. But what if AI could help you do all of this and more? AI has the power to help, but the key is implementing it in a way that enhances, rather than replaces, human connection. Join us for an exploration into how industry trailblazers are using AI to transform employee experience at scale while addressing both the potential and the pitfalls.

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With generative AI, IT must deliver knowledge…not just technology

CIO Business Intelligence

You don’t have to look further than recent headlines to know generative AI has garnered outsized attention in 2023. And for good reason. GenAI has been estimated to increase skilled worker performance by up to 40% with the potential to add trillions of dollars in value to the global economy. This is because GenAI brings accessibility to tasks that once required specialized skillsets—like coding or graphics—to more workers than ever thought possible.

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New Intune Admin Portal Home Page Redesign Review

Anoop

Hello - Here is the new HTMD Blog Article for you. Enjoy reading it. Subscribe to YouTube Channel [link] and Facebook Page to get the latest updates [link] The post New Intune Admin Portal Home Page Redesign Review appeared first on HTMD Community Blog #1 Modern Device Management Guides by Krishna R.

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5 key leadership skills an executive coach can help you master

CIO Business Intelligence

When a civil engineering company went through layoffs during tough economic times, its 28-year-old project manager suddenly found himself promoted to the company’s top IT role. Just a few years after doing desktop support at the same firm, he was thrust into the position of IT manager, meeting with the CEO and running the show for everything tech. “At 28, there were a lot of things I didn’t have experience with,” says Chris Cantrell.

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New End Task Options from Taskbar in Windows

Anoop

Hello - Here is the new HTMD Blog Article for you. Enjoy reading it. Subscribe to YouTube Channel [link] and Facebook Page to get the latest updates [link] The post New End Task Options from Taskbar in Windows appeared first on HTMD Community Blog #1 Modern Device Management Guides by Krishna R.

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Launching LLM-Based Products: From Concept to Cash in 90 Days

Speaker: Christophe Louvion, Chief Product & Technology Officer of NRC Health and Tony Karrer, CTO at Aggregage

Christophe Louvion, Chief Product & Technology Officer of NRC Health, is here to take us through how he guided his company's recent experience of getting from concept to launch and sales of products within 90 days. In this exclusive webinar, Christophe will cover key aspects of his journey, including: LLM Development & Quick Wins 🤖 Understand how LLMs differ from traditional software, identifying opportunities for rapid development and deployment.

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Getting to know ‘Digit,’ the humanoid robot that Amazon just started testing for warehouse work

GeekWire

A pair of Digit robots from Agility Robotics inside an Amazon fulfillment center south of Seattle. (GeekWire Photo / Todd Bishop) SUMNER, Wash. — Sitting down recently with Agility Robotics executives to discuss the company’s bipedal humanoid robot, Digit, it seemed important to first clarify the issue of pronouns. Should we refer to this robot as he or she ?

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RPC Endpoint Mapper Client Authentication Policy using Intune

Anoop

Hello - Here is the new HTMD Blog Article for you. Enjoy reading it. Subscribe to YouTube Channel [link] and Facebook Page to get the latest updates [link] The post RPC Endpoint Mapper Client Authentication Policy using Intune appeared first on HTMD Community Blog #1 Modern Device Management Guides by Abhinav Rana.

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IBM bets on generative AI to escape economic headwinds

CIO Business Intelligence

IBM is betting big on generative AI to escape macroeconomic headwinds and finish the fiscal year at a high. “Overall, we believe the tailwinds outweigh the headwinds, and technology spend will continue to outpace GDP. In this past quarter, we saw good revenue growth in software and consulting,” IBM CEO Arvind Krishna said during an earnings call. “Clients are increasingly adopting our watsonx AI and data platform along with our hybrid cloud solutions to unlock productivity and operational effici

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WhatsApp Messaging in Azure | Powerful Communication with Advanced Services

Anoop

Hello - Here is the new HTMD Blog Article for you. Enjoy reading it. Subscribe to YouTube Channel [link] and Facebook Page to get the latest updates [link] The post WhatsApp Messaging in Azure | Powerful Communication with Advanced Services appeared first on HTMD Community Blog #1 Modern Device Management Guides by Vidya M A.

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An Architect’s Guide for Selecting Scalable, Data-Layer Technologies

There’s no getting around it: selecting the right foundational data-layer components is crucial for long-term application success. That’s why we developed this white paper to give you insights into four key open-source technologies – Apache Cassandra®, Apache Kafka®, Apache Spark™, and OpenSearch® – and how to leverage them for lasting success. Discover everything you’ll want to know about scalable, data-layer technologies: Learn when to choose these technologies and when to avoid them Explore h

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How to Write AI Art Prompts Effectively with Examples

Tech Republic

The success of AI art hinges on the precision, creativity and understanding in the prompts. This guide outlines the structure of an AI art prompt and offers tips for writing them effectively with examples.

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Why IT needs to be in the driver’s seat with generative AI

CIO Business Intelligence

It wasn’t that long ago that the cloud transformed the IT world. For some, this transformation played to their strengths. Others took it as a wake-up call. After all, the swipe-your-credit-card-and-go era demonstrated that developers could leap-frog procurement cycles to gain access to what they desired: abundant access to cloud resources. Either way, IT ultimately did what it does best: established controls and governance and gave teams what they needed: access to rich resources while keeping a

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Meta's Reality Labs lost $3.7 billion in the last quarter, bringing its total losses since 2020 to almost $40 billion

TechSpot

Meta's fourth quarter sales were up 23% year-over-year to $34.1 billion, marking the third quarter in a row of increasing revenues and the largest YoY growth since Q3 2021. The figure beat analysts' expectations of $33.4 billion.

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What IT executives are saying about vendor consolidation

CIO Business Intelligence

As the tech economy has adjusted to the current economic environment, there has been a great deal of debate in both the vendor and investor communities about vendor consolidation. While there is little doubt that companies have been cutting back on expenses generally in response to economic uncertainty, startups in particular have been feeling the pain of contracting budgets and reluctant investors.

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IT Leadership Agrees AI is Here, but Now What?

IT leaders are experiencing rapid evolution in AI amid sustained investment uncertainty. As AI evolves, enhanced cybersecurity and hiring challenges grow. This whitepaper offers real strategies to manage risks and position your organization for success.