Tue.Aug 06, 2024

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Aware of what tech debt costs them, CIOs still can’t make it an IT priority

CIO

It’s among CIOs’ most persistent and underdiscussed challenges: embracing innovative technologies without losing sight of mounting — and potentially crippling — technical debt. Tech debt can take many forms — old applications, bloated code, and aging hardware among them — and while the issue often takes a back seat to innovation and new technology, it is on the minds of a lot of CIOs.

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What AI Startups Need to Know About DEI

Smart Data Collective

DEI can be great for AI startups that are trying to improve inclusivity and get quality employees.

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7 signs business stakeholders will sink your IT project

CIO

IT projects fail at alarming rates — nearly 70% of them , according to project management tool provider TeamStage. Common factors of project failure are missed deadlines, blown budgets, or deliverables that fail to meet original objectives. CIOs and project managers understand these risks. They do everything they can on the IT side to address them. They pay keen attention to business requirements.

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Lead Capture Software: Top Tools for Converting Sales Prospects

Zoominfo

Sales team success often hinges on the quantity and quality of leads routed from marketing campaigns and organic channels. This is where lead capture software comes into play, offering a powerful solution for businesses looking to streamline their lead generation processes, boost their sales pipeline , and track key sales metrics. Lead capture software is a vital tool that enables companies to identify, collect, and manage potential customer information across various channels.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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More brain drain from OpenAI to Anthropic as the co-founder makes the move

CIO

OpenAI founder John Schulman has joined the list of departing OpenAI executives, making the move to Anthropic. But Schulman — and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman — went out of their way to be cordial and pleasant about the move, at least publicly. “This choice stems from my desire to deepen my focus on AI alignment, and to start a new chapter of my career where I can return to hands-on technical work,” Schulman said in a statement on X.

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How genAI is transforming financial services

CIO

By Michael Cullum, VP of Engineering at Bud Financial Generative AI (genAI) is a powerful tool that is transforming the financial industry and empowers financial services professionals. It makes banks more data-driven and insightful, enhancing decision-making; providing deeper insights; and achieving greater agility, personalized customer service, and automation.

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Enhance Your Sales Outreach with ZoomInfo Copilot AI Emailer

Zoominfo

Email is a cornerstone of today’s go-to-market strategies, but crafting personalized and relevant messages that truly connect with prospects can be a complex and time-consuming task. ZoomInfo Copilot’s AI Emailer revolutionizes this process by harnessing the power of generative AI, enriched with unparalleled data and buying signals, to automate and refine email creation for efficiency and impact.

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La mitad de las vacantes de empleo en IA no encontró candidatos con las habilidades necesarias

CIO

A medida que las empresas comienzan a adoptar la inteligencia artificial (IA) en sus operaciones internas y externas, la demanda de perfiles especializados en esta tecnología y en datos se dispara. Así lo demuestra un informe elaborado por IndesIA en colaboración con Talent Hackers , que reveló que, de las cerca de 120.000 ofertas de empleo tecnológicas publicadas en 2023, un 24% (o 29.100 ofertas) estuvo relacionada con data e IA.

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Optimize Your Data: The Five Latest Trends in Storage and Data Management

Dataversity

Statista predicts that global data generation will reach 180 zettabytes by next year. As data volume skyrockets, organizations must adapt their strategy around maintaining, storing, and leveraging data assets. This is especially true as data-intensive technologies like AI and machine learning (ML) become ubiquitous. Organizations without a proper data management strategy will suffer the consequences of increased […] The post Optimize Your Data: The Five Latest Trends in Storage and Data Ma

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Prepare Now: 2025s Must-Know Trends For Product And Data Leaders

Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, Terrence Sheflin, and Mahyar Ghasemali

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.

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El Consejo Superior de Deportes destinará 2,8 millones a la creación de una plataforma de TI y un ‘data lake’

CIO

Con el objetivo de aprovechar todas las ventajas que ofrece la tecnología, el Consejo Superior de Deportes (CSD) ha anunciado la inversión de 2,84 millones de euros para crear una plataforma tecnológica que reúna en un mismo lugar todas las aplicaciones, soluciones y herramientas del organismo y para la puesta en marcha de un data lake , donde almacenar y compartir los datos del ecosistema deportivo.

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AI in Advertising Reshapes How We Connect with Audiences

SpyFu

Think of how ads are now compared to just 5 years ago. They might feel like they are crafted just for you and sent with precision timing. Much of this stems from the growth of AI-powered advertising. Artificial intelligence is transforming advertising, offering unprecedented precision, efficiency, and personalization. Learn how it’s reshaping how we connect with audiences, so you can stay ahead of the wave of changes across multiple channels.

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Naturgy se actualiza con un nuevo sistema tecnológico de facturación y cobros

CIO

En un tiempo récord de sólo nueve meses, la compañía de comercialización de energía Naturgy ha desplegado un nuevo sistema de facturación y cobros basado en inteligencia artificial (IA), que permite automatizar los procesos de negocio y maximizar la experiencia digital de sus clientes. Con la tecnología SAP S/4HANA for Energy & Utilities y la asesoría de IBM Consulting , la implantación de esta solución tecnológica avanzada se ha realizado con un 80% menos de código que la media de iniciati

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A Guide to Using Proxies for Web Scraping

Data Hut

A lot of data gathering is being done through web scraping, whether it be for business, research or development. Web scraping allows one to extract data from websites and also perform various other tasks. And one of the problems that one might face during web scraping is getting blocked by websites. This is where proxies come into play. In this blog, we'll dive into what proxies are, why they are essential for web scraping, and how to use them effectively.

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10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue

In today’s ultra-competitive markets, it’s no longer enough to wait for buyers to show obvious signs of interest. Instead, sales teams must be proactive, identifying and acting on nuanced buyer behaviors — often before prospects are fully ready to make a purchase. In this eBook from ZoomInfo & Sell Better, learn 10 actionable ways to use these buyer signals to transform your sales strategy and close deals faster.

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NxtGen: India’s cloud powerhouse

CIO

When asked what enabled NxtGen to become the largest cloud services and solutions provider in India, A S Rajgopal, CEO, founder, and managing director, points to the pillars that guide the company’s operations: speed, security, simplicity, support, scalability, and sovereignty. He stresses that all are directly applicable to enterprises NxtGen serves in India and in its rapidly growing operations throughout Asia and the Middle East.

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AI in Advertising Reshapes How We Connect with Audiences

SpyFu

Think of how ads are now compared to just 5 years ago. They might feel like they are crafted just for you and sent with precision timing. Much of this stems from the growth of AI-powered advertising. Artificial intelligence is transforming advertising, offering unprecedented precision, efficiency, and personalization. Learn how it’s reshaping how we connect with audiences, so you can stay ahead of the wave of changes across multiple channels.

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Protecting your business from unforeseen outages: Lessons from the recent CrowdStrike incident

CIO

The recent global outage at CrowdStrike, a leading cybersecurity firm, has sent shockwaves through the business community. As organizations increasingly rely on cloud-based services and cybersecurity solutions to protect their digital assets, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities inherent in even the most robust systems. This article explores the lessons businesses can learn from the CrowdStrike outage and underscores the importance of proactive measures like performing

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How to Conduct Market Research for Consulting

Alpha Sense BI

To make effective and meaningful recommendations, consultants must keep a close pulse on the companies, industries, and trends that stand to make the most impact for their clients. Comprehensive market research is therefore essential to delivering the best outcomes for clients and ensuring consultants’ success. However, conducting market research is still by and large an inefficient, manual process for many consulting professionals.

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Business Intelligence 101: How To Make The Best Solution Decision For Your Organization

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.

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Optimizing Scientific Intelligence Management in the Pharmaceutical Landscape

WideNARROW

Introduction In the rapidly evolving pharmaceutical and medical fields, effective management of scientific intelligence is paramount. This encompasses the systematic collection, analysis, and dissemination of information critical to decision-making processes. For professionals in regulatory intelligence, pharmacovigilance, and other research and healthcare provisions, optimizing intelligence management operations can significantly enhance operational efficiency, compliance, and innovation.

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Getting to know our Product Specspert, Knower of Important Things

Wink Intel

Talia, is our Product Specspert, Knower of Important Things. Her passion for one-liners is fueled by the likes of “The Big Lebowski,” “Anchorman,” “Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas,” “Labyrinth,” and “The Princess Bride.” This former Arizonian is steadfastly dedicated to volunteering for her children’s school. Already fascinated with this fantastic female?

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