CIO

DECEMBER 8, 2024

The new Dubai office is set to serve as a crucial hub for Salesforces operations in the UAE, providing businesses across the region with innovative tools, insights, and solutions designed to drive success and foster growth in an increasingly digital-first world.

Innovation 397

Innovation Banking Retail Globalization 397

CIO

JANUARY 13, 2025

AI, once viewed as a novel innovation, is now mainstream, impacting just about facet of the enterprise. Over the next 12 months, IT leaders can look forward to even more innovations, as well as some serious challenges. Agility and innovation are no longer competitive advantages theyre necessities, Barnett states.

Innovation 526

Innovation Competitive Landscape Security Security 526

CIO

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Rather than discuss “legacy systems,” talk about “revenue bottlenecks,” and replace “technical debt” with “innovation capacity.” Operational drag (interest): “Our teams spend 25% of their time on workarounds rather than innovation.” Make the case on AI urgency Nothing motivates a board quite like competitive pressure.

Innovation 513

Innovation Advantage Advantage Competitive 513

CIO

AUGUST 20, 2024

From there, the phrase went viral among practitioners, media, researchers, and executives as it described strategic plans for competitiveness and growth. I saw true transformation as vital for businesses to remain competitive. In the next three years, 68% believe gen AI will increase competitive intensity.

Innovation 543

Innovation Business Gaming Win 543

CIO

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

A lot of organizations started exploring a variety of GenAI-enabled business use cases and especially large organizations (with more than 500+ employees) have been more enthusiastic about adopting this new technology, mainly due to the competitive pressure, availability of financial resources, and skills to support,” explained Jyoti Lalchandani, Group (..)

Technology 320

Technology Technology Globalization Innovation 320

CIO

JANUARY 6, 2025

Innovate Shane McDaniel, CIO for the City of Seguin, Texas, says his city has grown by about 35% since the 2020 census. McDaniel says this work also creates a strong launchpad for more IT innovation in the upcoming year. Were embracing innovation, he explains. Heres what they resolve to do in the upcoming 12 months.

IT 526

IT Innovation Security Security 526

CIO

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Unsurprisingly, more than 90% of respondents said their organization needs to shift to an AI-first operating model by the end of this year to stay competitive — and time to do so is running out. Effective IT leadership now demands not only the courage to innovate but also a profound understanding of change management principles.

IT 488

IT Business Environment Innovation Intelligence 488

CIO

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Technology has shifted from a back-office function to a core enabler of business growth, innovation, and competitive advantage. Senior business leaders and CIOs must navigate a complex web of competing priorities, such as managing stakeholder expectations, accelerating technological innovation, and maintaining operational efficiency.

Business 458

Business IT Competitive Landscape Matrix 458

CIO

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

To drive change, a reworking of what defines CIO/IT success is needed, with a focus on strategic business goals, innovation, and market differentiation. Of the top seven metrics, only two — innovation and profit growth — are directly tied to digital transformation goals. The CIO is no longer the chief of “keeping the lights on.”

Benchmarking 482

Benchmarking Innovation Research Gaming 482

CIO

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Despite these opportunities, Tencent Cloud faces challenges from competitors, requiring a careful balancing act between innovation and market adaptability. Tencent Cloud’s deployment of palm verification for secure identity authentication, particularly in collaboration with Telkomsel in Indonesia, underscores its ability to innovate.

Innovation 459

Innovation Marketing Marketing Commerce 459

CIO

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

For IT leaders, balancing must-have AI-powered innovation in the cloud with cost efficiency poses a massive challenge. The fast pace of AI development also means that models require continuous improvement and retraining to keep up with the latest technological innovations. Operating expenses have skyrocketed as a result.

Innovation 434

Innovation Competitive Landscape Benchmarking Algorithm 434

CIO

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

This unprecedented investment will focus on building state-of-the-art data centers, supporting startups, and expanding AI infrastructure to drive both domestic growth and international competitiveness. The plan seeks to attract foreign direct investment and position Saudi Arabia as a leader in technology and innovation.

Globalization 482

Globalization Startups Education Innovation 482

CIO

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Changing consumer behavior and expectations, competition from major e-retailers, evolving cybersecurity challenges, inflationary pressures, sustainability and environmental concerns, and the pressure to take advantage of AI are all very real concerns for retailers today. Retailers have a lot of work to do, but their goals are achievable.

Retail 243

Retail Competitive Cyberspace IT 243

CIO

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

“Innovate or die,” Peter Drucker’s 1985 exhortation on the importance of constant reinvention, was great business advice for the last 40 or so years. Budgets to build new innovations It’s always a challenge to find the budget to build new innovations and platforms when the primary focus of the CIO is to keep the business running.

Innovation 518

Innovation Security Security Algorithm 518

CIO

DECEMBER 17, 2024

For organizations seeking productivity and innovation gains, a best practice is to prioritize use cases based on value, feasibility, and breadth. What are the associated risks and costs, including operational, reputational, and competitive? Here are five keys to addressing these issues for AI success in 2025.

Innovation 369

Innovation Security Security Competitive 369

CIO

AUGUST 8, 2024

From the earliest demos of ChatGPT to the current state of play where new AI co-pilots and point solutions are launching every day, it’s been all about the tools – how can this new AI-powered widget make me faster, more efficient, and more competitive? To learn more, visit us here.

Innovation 491

Innovation Business Knowledge Intelligence 491

CIO

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

This forward-thinking initiative, recently approved by The Executive Council, is set to position the emirate at the forefront of emerging technologies, making it a beacon for innovation and economic growth in the digital age.

Innovation 468

Innovation Globalization Technology Technology 468

CIO

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

As businesses across the UAE embark on their digital journeys, AI has emerged as a key enabler, streamlining operations, enhancing decision-making, and fostering innovation. Andrew’s perspective highlighted the growing recognition within organizations that AI is not just a buzzword but a crucial driver of operational success and innovation.

Business 418

Business Banking Profiling Innovation 418

CIO

MARCH 5, 2025

Digital-first startups have changed expectations fuelling demand for faster transactions and innovative services. Enabling a competitive but compliant financial organization In a competitive landscape where technology agility is essential to thrive, BFSI organizations have little choice but to design innovative, technology-driven services.

Competitive 195

Competitive Banking Competitive Landscape Startups 195

CIO

DECEMBER 8, 2024

The investment in digital infrastructure is not just an extension of these efforts, but a strategic move to drive efficiency, innovation, and customer satisfaction to new heights. Moreover, the rise of digital-only banks is creating a new competitive dynamic, as these banks offer an entirely online experience with no physical branches.

Banking 370

Banking Algorithm Innovation Security 370

CIO

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

AI is pushing for reinvention, innovation, and the exploration of the art of the possible. The intelligence revolution The problem with approaching AI like previous tech innovations is that AI isnt digital. This means AI is ushering in an intelligence revolution, an age of innovation. And its testing us all over again.

Business 540

Business Intelligence Intelligence Innovation 540

CIO

OCTOBER 24, 2024

These advanced technologies will be “crucial for maintaining a competitive edge, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing the customer experience,” he says. These areas of spending are not just responses to current trends but are strategic investments that will foster long-term innovation, resilience, and competitive advantage.”

IT 501

IT Entertainment Technology Technology 501

CIO

JULY 2, 2024

CIOs face the daunting challenge of driving innovation while managing costs and ensuring practical implementation in a rapidly advancing digital landscape. Future proofing technology investments has become a critical imperative for organizations seeking to maintain their competitive edge. While crucial, innovation should be practical.

Innovation 418

Innovation Technology Technology Banking 418

CIO

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The full list of the Top InfoSec Innovators for 2024: [link] About One Identity One Identity delivers unified identity security solutions that help customers strengthen their overall cybersecurity posture and protect the people, applications, and data essential to business.

Innovation 397

Innovation Security Security Globalization 397

CIO

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

“Then we need to bring that to the [financial services] community as a whole for evaluating [generative AI] models and solutions,” said Dayalji, who is also CEO of Kensho, S&P Global’s AI innovation hub. “I Proprietary data is your biggest competitive advantage.”

Airline 510

Airline Travel Startups Pharmaceutical 510

CIO

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

We have five different pillars focusing on various aspects of this mission, and my focus is on innovation — how we can get industry to accelerate the adoption of AI. Building a future where AI benefits everyone AI talent is crucial for national competitiveness in today’s world.

Education 435

Education Win Innovation Learning 435

CIO

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Bogdan Raduta, head of AI at FlowX.AI, says, Gen AI holds big potential for efficiency, insight, and innovation, but its also absolutely important to pinpoint and measure its true benefits. I reviewed some of these agents, and found several AI capabilities that can become competitive differentiators.

Business 538

Business Airline Win Sales 538

CIO

JANUARY 9, 2025

Many retailers are looking to AI for that competitive advantage. By ensuring consistent, high-quality product data, we enable businesses to unlock AIs full potential to drive growth, innovation, and exceptional customer experiences. However, successful AI implementation requires more than cutting-edge technology.

Retail 396

Retail Commerce Market Segmentation Innovation 396

CIO

MARCH 26, 2025

This ensures that our technology roadmap is fully aligned with our overarching business objectives and fosters a continuous cycle of innovation and efficiency. He adds, I cultivate a culture of innovation and healthy competition, ensuring that both business and technology teams remain motivated to achieve shared goals.

Business 368

Business Finance Commerce Innovation 368

CIO

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Operational AI offers organizations significant benefits, including time and cost savings, and critical competitive advantages in today’s business landscape.

Intellectual Property 482

Intellectual Property Startups Algorithm Learning 482

CIO

JANUARY 15, 2025

The company used the sale to reduce debt and to focus on innovation in cloud, security, and AI markets, it said. In addition, beyond allowing companies to invest in AI, divestiture could allow them to improve competitiveness and efficiency, to focus on other innovation, and to unload underperforming units, Hed says.

Capital 488

Capital Education Technology Technology 488

CIO

JANUARY 14, 2025

Current strategies to address the IT skills gap Rather than relying solely on hiring external experts, many IT organizations are investing in their existing workforce and exploring innovative tools to empower their non-technical staff. CIOs who act decisively now will gain a competitive edge by building adaptable, AI-ready teams.

IT 467

IT Primary Research Knowledge Research 467

CIO

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

He adds that silos can also be a major hinderance to innovation and employee upskilling. Such integration allows technology to drive strategy, not operations, hence keeping businesses competitive and innovative.” Become a motivator Most business leaders expect IT to be the engine that propels enterprise success.

Business 533

Business IT Innovation Technology 533

CIO

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Regulation will play a key role in the successful implementation of AI and will be just as much of a priority as innovation is for leaders,” said Karl Crowther, VP of MEA at Alteryx. Having the right AI tools will help these employees manage the increasing volume and variety of data and find the competitive edge their organisations need.

Technology 317

Technology Technology Business Data Analysis 317

CIO

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Following are seven steps to guide this transformation for competitive advantage. CIOs following these seven steps can turn shadow IT into a competitive edge by fulfilling more departmental technology needs, reducing the risks of shadow programs, and empowering more business people to self-service their workflow and data needs.

Competitive 516

Competitive IT Capital Technology 516

CIO

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

For AI to make an impact, ITSM must be embraced not as a functional must-have, but as a competitive differentiator. Failing to tap into its potential keeps IT teams trapped in maintenance mode instead of innovation mode. If AI can unlock value in other sectors, why should ITSM be left behind?

Advantage 368

Advantage Advantage Predictive Analytics Innovation 368