CIO

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

As enterprise CIOs seek to find the ideal balance between the cloud and on-prem for their IT workloads, they may find themselves dealing with surprises they did not anticipate — ones where the promise of the cloud, and cloud vendors, fall short versus the realities of enterprise IT. While cloud risk analysis should be no different than any other third-party risk analysis, many enterprises treat the cloud more gently, taking a less thorough approach.

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FedSavvy

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

In our latest examination of GDIT, we revisit the powerhouse in the technology and defense sector since our last analysis in November 2021. This blog analyzes GDIT’s recent contract victories and the emergence of new intellectual property, offering a comprehensive update on one of your top GOVCON competitors. Top Customers and Big Wins Figure 1 – GDIT’s top prime contracting customers from FY2018-FY2020 and FY2021-FY2023.

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CIO

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Sometimes knowing history (aka “remembering what happened”) can keep you out of trouble. Artificial intelligence presents a case in point. To succeed with AI, your rollout could benefit from a rear-view mirror. Take, for example, how IT’s strategic planning process paved the way for smoothly deploying personal computers throughout the enterprise. Oh, that’s right.

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Infegy

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Oftentimes, the terms “social listening” and “social monitoring” are used interchangeably, and while both strategies share similarities, there are also some significant differences between the two. The strategy that works best for you depends on your particular goals. In this blog post, we highlight the differences between social listening and social monitoring in an effort to prevent our audience from inadvertently engaging the wrong type of social platform.

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Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, and Terrence Sheflin

As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.

Business Intelligence

CIO

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Patient data represents a treasure trove for hackers. Sensitive personal and medical information can be used in multiple ways, from identity theft and insurance fraud to ransomware attacks. It’s little wonder that data theft is increasingly common in the healthcare sector. In the US, for example, the medical data of more than 88 million individuals was exposed last year alone.

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CIO

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Imagine a world in which data centers were deployed in space. Using a satellite networking system, data would be collected from Earth, then sent to space for processing and storage. The system would use photonics and optical technology, dramatically cutting down on power consumption and boosting data transmission speeds. The Earth’s weather or natural disasters would no longer interrupt communications.

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Alpha Sense BI

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The consumer and retail (C&R) industry is a vast and dynamic space that, today, encompasses everything from e-commerce to brick-and-mortar stores and consumer goods (i.e., staples, discretionary, etc.). In recent years, it has witnessed a significant transformation with the emergence of generative AI ( genAI ), or the use of artificial intelligence algorithms to create new and original content, such as images, videos, and text.

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CIO

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Governments and public services agencies are keen to push forwards with generative AI. Recent research by McGuide Research Services for Avanade found 91% of organisations in the sector believe they need to shift to an AI-first operating model within the next 12 months, while 87% of employees feel generative AI tools will make them more efficient, and more innovative.

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Splash BI

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Upcoming Webinar Oracle Financials: Unearthing Hidden Treasures Through Advanced Reporting Techniques WED, MAR 14, 2024 01 PM ET Jump to abstract REGISTER NOW Abstract Oracle Financials: Unearthing Hidden Treasures Through Advanced Reporting Techniques presents advanced reporting techniques for an exciting treasure hunt. In this session, attendees will embark on a journey through the depths of financial data, uncovering hidden insights that can transform their approach to financial management.

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CIO

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Governments and public service agencies understand the enormous potential of generative AI. Recent research by McGuire Research Services for Avanade, shows 82% of government employees are using AI on a daily or weekly basis, while 84% of organisations plan to increase their IT investments by up to 24% to take advantage of AI. Many see AI as a driving force for a sector that has often lagged behind on technology, but which now has an opportunity to take a leadership position.

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Owler

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Elevating Black Voices in Sales As Black History Month unfolds, Owler proudly highlights the influential 17 Black voices in the sales sphere. These professionals, including Morgan Ingram, Donald Kelly, Cherilynn Castleman, and others, have made significant contributions to the sales community with their unique insights and guidance. Owler is proud to recognize such a diverse and talented group of Black sales professionals.

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CIO

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

In the face of increased competition, shrinking profit margins, and increasing ESG obligations, manufacturers are looking for ways to make products better, faster, and with less waste. Others are weighing the advantages of subscription-based business models where industrial equipment, automation, and processes are delivered as a service. As the manufacturing sector evolves in these and other ways, generative AI tools like Microsoft Copilot will come into their own.

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Fuld

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

BOSTON – February NN, 2024 – Fuld & Company, a fast-growing research, analytics, and advisory business, today announced the appointment of Jan Ellsberger to the role of Advisory Board Member. In this role, Jan will advise our teams and clients from the Automotive and ICT industries on market and business trends, thought leadership, and strategic insights.

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Speaker: Evelyn Chou

Choosing the right business intelligence (BI) platform can feel like navigating a maze of features, promises, and technical jargon. With so many options available, how can you ensure you’re making the right decision for your organization’s unique needs? 🤔 This webinar brings together expert insights to break down the complexities of BI solution vetting.

Business Intelligence

CIO

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Manufacturers have long held a data-driven vision for the future of their industry. It’s one where near real-time data flows seamlessly between IT and operational technology (OT) systems. Where all data – structured, semi-structured, and unstructured – is sourced, unified, and exploited in automated processes, AI tools and by highly skilled, but over-stretched, employees.

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Owler

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Elevating Black Voices in Sales As Black History Month unfolds, Owler proudly highlights the influential 17 Black voices in the sales sphere. These professionals, including Morgan Ingram, Donald Kelly, Cherilynn Castleman, and others, have made significant contributions to the sales community with their unique insights and guidance. Owler is proud to recognize such a diverse and talented group of Black sales professionals.

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CIO

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

As generative AI becomes better understood, attitudes towards the technology are shifting dramatically. This can be seen clearly in the healthcare sector, where practitioners are embracing AI applications as a much-needed boost to productivity. New research from Avanade, a technology company that specialises in the Microsoft platform, has revealed that 56% of healthcare and life-science professionals already use AI daily in their current roles.

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Wink Intel

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

THEY CALL HER THE “ROCKSTAR.” Sheryl J. Moore, Chief Storyteller, the ORIGINAL member of Wink’s analysis team has been at this for a long time. She’s obsessive-compulsive to a fault and never happy if she’s not twirling 20 plates at once. Want to know MORE about Ms. Moore? From Single Mom to Insurance Rock Star Learn more about Moore Market Intelligence The post Getting to know our Chief Storyteller appeared first on Wink, Inc.

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CIO

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The demand for energy has never been greater. Traditional sources of energy, such as coal, oil and natural gas, cannot keep up – and are also not environmentally friendly. We need new, more sustainable options for generating power. The solution may lie in a surprising innovation: space solar power systems. Solar power is clean, inexhaustible, and readily available, with its practical applications becoming increasingly compelling.

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Wink Intel

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Birny Birnbaum has ended his 25-year run as a funded consumer representative at the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. Birnbaum, the executive director of the Austin, Texas-based Center for Economic Justice, first became an NAIC consumer rep in 1999, when he took over from the center’s previous executive director, Victoria Benitez. Click HERE to view the full story via Think Advisor Wink’s Moore on the Market: Birny Birnbaum is not retiring.

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CIO

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

最近のクラウド市場はまさに成熟の様相を呈しています。 クラウドインフラストラクチャの序列は比較的安定しています。AWSの市場シェアは33％、2番目のMicrosoft Azureは22％、3番目のGoogle Cloudは11%で後塵を拝しています。（IBM、Oracle、Salesforceは2～3％程度） 収益成長率は業界全体で安定していますがやや伸び悩んでいます。ビッグ3のどれもが勢力図を大きく変えるほど他を上回っていません。市場全体の安定性は価格にも及び、いくつかの例を覗いては比較的均一価格です。現時点では、大手企業が同様の製品を提供するまで市場が成長しています。 しかしジェネレーティブAIの出現がすべてを変えます。 OpenAIのChatGPTの一般公開が招いた狂乱は、ハイパースケーラーの間に軍拡競争を引き起こしました。

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Wink Intel

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

For the right person, under the right conditions, long-term financial planning with annuities can make sense to provide an additional, steady income stream in retirement. Original story posted HERE. Wink’s Moore on the Market: More clickbait. I SMH at these pieces that call out the “best annuities.” -sjm The post 10 best annuity companies for February 2024 appeared first on Wink, Inc.

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Speaker: Jamie Bernard

Success in product management goes beyond delivering great features - it’s about achieving measurable financial outcomes that resonate across the organization. By connecting your product’s journey with the company’s financial success, you’ll ensure that every feature, release, and innovation contributes to the bottom line, driving both customer satisfaction and business growth.

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Dataversity

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Data transformation is the critical step that bridges the gap between raw data and actionable insights. It lays the foundation for strong decision-making and innovation, and helps organizations gain a competitive edge. Traditionally, data transformation was relegated to specialized engineering teams employing complex extract, transform, and load (ETL) processes using highly complex tooling and code. […] The post How to Achieve Self-Service Data Transformation for AI and Analytics appeared

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Wink Intel

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

If you’re nearing retirement, an annuity can be a good way to get a consistent source of income and ensure you don’t outlive your savings. Certain annuities can help you manage certain risks, such as market volatility, inflation and income taxes. Original article posted HERE Wink’s Moore on the Market: Oh boy! Another USA TODAY Blueprint “article.” “…annuities remain among the most expensive products in the financial marketplace?!?

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Wink Intel

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Kermitt Brooks, chief legal officer at The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, credits his father for imparting one of the most important lessons he’s learned about leadership: be authentic. “It’s the best way to be an effective leader,” he says during a Resilient podcast interview with host Lori Lorenzo , a managing director with Deloitte Transactions and Business Analytics LLP who leads Deloitte’s Chief Legal Officer (CLO) program.

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Wink Intel

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Zinnia — a big financial technology firm with support from a large investment firm — has received bankruptcy court approval to buy the life and annuity assets of Ebix. The best known Ebix life and annuity asset is AnnuityNet, an an annuity distribution system that competes with Roper Technologies’ iPipeline system and Hexure’s FireLight system for annuity orders.

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