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Forrester’s Guide To Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)

Forrester IT

As businesses increasingly lean on Generative Artificial Intelligence (genAI) to innovate customer experience and streamline operations, they encounter a critical challenge: the limitations foundation models (FMs). These models often fall short in delivering accuracy and relevance, primarily due to insufficient or narrow training data.

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How to Avoid a Tech Blackout on Black Friday

IT Toolbox

New shopping "holidays," including Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday, have added to the Black Friday craze. That's why ensuring your IT infrastructure is ready for the holiday onslaught is so important. Experts weigh in on how you can prevent a tech blackout and keep your holidays happy. The post How to Avoid a Tech Blackout on Black Friday appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.

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IBM announces 50-fold quantum speed improvement

Network World

IBM launched its most advanced quantum computer yet last week at its inaugural quantum developer conference. It features nearly twice the gates of last year’s quantum utility demonstration – and a 50-fold speed increase. Last year, in a paper published in Nature, IBM announced a breakthrough demonstration of quantum computing that can produce accurate results beyond those of classical computers.

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What Gen AI Should Tech Innovation Teams Review in 2025?

Social, Agile and Transformation

In 2025, innovation teams, CIOs, and leaders should prioritize short-term value, focusing on AI to enhance customer impact. Key areas include developing generative AI agents, optimizing data governance, and managing knowledge debt. Emphasis on cost-efficiency via Green FinOps and sustainable practices is essential for aligning with digital transformation goals amidst rapid economic changes.

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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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Introducing The Forrester Tech Tide™: Software Development, Q4 2024 

Forrester IT

As all organizations recognize they are (at least in part) software companies, questions arise. Which software development technologies have staying power? Which are just a flash in the pan? And which technologies, useful in the past, should now be retired in favor of better options?

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10 Reasons for SMBs to Consider a Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP)

IT Toolbox

Traditional defenses can't guarantee bullet-proof cybersecurity for SMBs. By turning to managed security services, small businesses can leverage sophisticated technology that packs data science and threat intelligence to fight growing threats. The post 10 Reasons for SMBs to Consider a Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) appeared first on Spiceworks Inc.

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Breaking Down AI Silos: Creating Cross-Functional AI Teams That Work

Eric D. Brown

I’ve watched countless organizations stumble with AI implementation, and when it comes to breaking down AI silos, they all make the same rookie mistake. They hire data scientists, talented engineers, and experienced business analysts and promptly put them in separate corners of the organization. The result? A mess of miscommunication, missed opportunities, and failed projects.

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A Digital Product Passport Needs More Standardization And Fewer Standards

Forrester IT

The Digital Product Passport promises significant benefits for sustainability, auditability, and consumer information, but a lack of agreement on standards makes it difficult to realise this promise ahead of European deadlines in 2027.

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The Evolution of IT Job Interviews: Preparing for Skills-Based Hiring

Information Week

The traditional tech job interview process is undergoing a significant shift as companies increasingly focus on skills-based hiring and move away from the traditional emphasis of academic degrees.

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Germany blames ‘sabotage’ as two undersea fiber cables cut in the Baltic Sea

Network World

The German government has blamed an act of sabotage for the cutting of two important undersea fiber optic cables, one connecting connecting Finland and Germany, and the other linking Sweden and Lithuania, on Sunday and Monday. The first cable break happened at around 8 a.m. GMT (3 a.m. EST) on Sunday in the 135-mile undersea link between the Swedish island of Gotland and Lithuania, Lithuanian operator Telia Lietuva said.

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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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AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D vs. Intel Core Ultra 9 285K: 45 Game Benchmark

TechSpot

We're pitting Intel's Core Ultra 9 285K against AMD's Ryzen 7 9800X3D in a massive showdown across 45 games. Let's see how they stack up in real-world gaming, with FPS data for every title tested.

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March To The Beat Of Zero Trust

Forrester IT

Zero Trust has become the standard information security model to adopt globally. It’s no longer a question of should, it’s a question of how and where to begin. For some time, the topic of Zero Trust was met with disparaging and opposing views proclaiming it to be another buzzword for vendors to market products.

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How Will AI Shape the Future of Cloud and Vice Versa?

Information Week

What role does AI have in the current state of cloud? What types of cloud systems and resources stand to benefit from, or need to adapt to, AI?

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Linux command line for beginners: 12 essential commands

Network World

Getting started on the Linux command line might seem overwhelming at first, but the many commands you need to use will fall into place more quickly than you might imagine. Let’s start with some introductory but very important commands. First, when you open a command terminal or log into a remote Linux server, you will be sitting at the command prompt.

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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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Microsoft and Atom Computing leap ahead on the quantum frontier with logical qubits

GeekWire

Atom Computing is working with Microsoft on fault-tolerant quantum computers. (Atom Computing Photo) Microsoft and Atom Computing say they’ve reached a new milestone in their effort to build fault-tolerant quantum computers that can show an advantage over classical computers. Microsoft says it will start delivering the computers’ quantum capabilities to customers by the end of 2025, with availability via the Azure cloud service as well as through on-premises hardware. “Together

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Coca-Cola’s AI-Generated Holiday Ads Approach A Creative Tipping Point

Forrester IT

The Coca-Cola Company released three new AI-generated Holiday ads inspired by the beverage giant’s classic 1995 “The Holidays Are Coming” commercial. Produced entirely with AI video models like Runway and Luma Dream Machine, this represents a step forward in photorealism for AI-generated video.

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How Is AI Empowering Earth Intelligence?

Information Week

Advanced AI tools are revolutionizing not only how we see the Earth but also delivering actionable insights to help us take the necessary steps to improve it.

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Infosys founder defends call for 70-hour workweeks, says he "doesn't believe in a work/life balance"

TechSpot

In October 2023, Murthy suggested that young people work twelve-hour days for the "next 20 years, 50 years, whatever it is," out of a sense of duty to the nation and to support future generations. He said Prime Minister Narendra Modi can work 100 hours per week, as do his.

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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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The 6 Best Free Antivirus Software Providers for Mac in 2024

Tech Republic Security

Security-conscious Mac users may need more protection than their built-in tools provide. Learn about the extra features and functionality offered by the best free antivirus software providers for Mac in 2024.

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Providing a DXP that is composable

Forrester IT

Vendor messaging of “The Composable DXP” is not resonating, especially when the portfolio of capabilities varies widely across vendors. Turns out that securing credibility as a provider of a DXP requires more than appending the word “composable” to their name.

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AI and the War Against Plastic Waste

Information Week

Plastic waste is one of today’s most complex environmental challenges, and people are putting AI to work to understand it and solve it.

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‘Quiet ICU’ startup CalmWave raises $5.2M to silence excessive patient alarms in hospitals

GeekWire

A CalmWave dashboard. (CalmWave Image) CalmWave , the Seattle health-tech startup that created a system for dealing with alarms from devices attached to patients in hospital ICUs, raised $5.25 million in new funding, the company announced Wednesday. The financing was led by Third Prime with participation from Catalyst by Wellstar, Silver Circle, Rebellion, Impulsum, and existing investors Bonfire Ventures, Tau Ventures, Hike Ventures.

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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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Angry viewer sues Netflix over streaming issues during Tyson vs Paul fight

TechSpot

The Tyson/Paul match reached a peak of 65 million households globally, with 38 million concurrent streams in the United States, according to Tudum. Netflix said it was the most-streamed global sporting event ever.

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Meet Forrester’s New Senior Analyst Covering Marketing Measurement: Brad Haag

Forrester IT

According to our most recent CMO Pulse Survey, marketing executives plan to prioritize maturing how they measure marketing effectiveness in 2025. Marketing measurement plays a critical role in helping CMOs defend marketing investments, secure resources for future initiatives, and show that marketing is an engine for growth rather than a cost center.

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Troubleshooting Steps to Restore Missing Microsoft Edge Browser Toolbar

Anoop

Hello - Here is the new HTMD Blog Article for you. Enjoy reading it. Subscribe to YouTube Channel [link] and LinkedIn page for latest updates [link] The post Troubleshooting Steps to Restore Missing Microsoft Edge Browser Toolbar appeared first on HTMD Community Modern Device Management News & Guides by Anoop C Nair.

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Shortsighted CEOs leave CIOs with increasing tech debt

CIO Business Intelligence

Many organizations are mortgaging their futures by reallocating IT resources from long-term projects to achieve short-term wins, according to a recent survey of CEOs. Two-thirds of CEOs surveyed by the IBM Institute for Business Value acknowledge raiding long-term IT projects to achieve short-term goals. At the same time, the CEOs surveyed see a focus on short-term performance as the top barrier to innovation.

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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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Software engineer spends over $1 million to create the ultimate LAN party house

TechSpot

For those who used to enjoy them, LAN parties are a fond memory: everyone crowded into one room, wires and empty pizza boxes all over the floor, the smell of snacks, soda, and sweat. Staying up to the small hours of the morning playing the likes of Quake, Starcraft, Return.

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Meet Forrester’s New Principal Analyst Covering Loyalty Marketing: John Pedini

Forrester IT

In 2025, we expect consumer usage of loyalty programs to grow amid declines in overall brand loyalty. Though loyalty programs offer the rewards that price-conscious consumers crave, companies struggle to inspire emotional loyalty across various tactics aimed at improving retention.

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How to Deploy Azure Functions Core Tools with Intune Using Enterprise App Catalog App

Anoop

Hello - Here is the new HTMD Blog Article for you. Enjoy reading it. Subscribe to YouTube Channel [link] and LinkedIn page for latest updates [link] The post How to Deploy Azure Functions Core Tools with Intune Using Enterprise App Catalog App appeared first on HTMD Community Modern Device Management News & Guides by Anoop C Nair.

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Kyndryl, Microsoft expand mainframe modernization services

Network World

IT infrastructure services provider Kyndryl continues to build on its partnership with Microsoft, most recently adding new mainframe modernization support, security services, and cloud migration offerings. In the big picture, Kyndryl’s strategy is make it easier for organizations to integrate mainframe-based data with cloud-based resources and combine that data with other information to build new applications.

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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.