CIO

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Most IT and business executives recognize the necessity of close alignment. They understand that their strategies, capabilities, resources, and management systems should be configured to support the enterprise’s overarching purpose and goals. Is your IT organization doing all it can to build strong alignment with business leaders and colleagues?

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CIO

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Although Rucker raises concerns about the global economy and rising technology costs, he says many IT spending increases will be necessary. Gartner is projecting worldwide IT spending to jump by 9.3% in 2025, one of the largest percentage increases in this century, and it’s only partially driven by AI. The key message was, ‘Pace yourself.’”

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CIO

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Imagine that you’re a member of a cooperative that works with more than 2,100 suppliers to help you deliver your product to local and global customers. The Western Sugar/SAP solution has also helped the cooperative improve data security and privacy to ensure compliance with local and global data protection regulations. “The

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IT Innovation Globalization Advantage 432

CIO

OCTOBER 30, 2024

We have 52 manufacturing plants globally, some of which have been in place for more than 100 years. We take a use-case focus to innovation, so we’re not implementing a digital twin here or some IoT there. We’re currently 35% complete toward automating the entire order process with a goal of reaching 90% in the next 18 months.

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CIO

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

AI is at the core of this vision, driving smart governance, efficient resource management, and enhanced quality of life for residents and visitors alike. According to Boston Consulting Group (BGC) survey, artificial intelligence isn’t new, but broad public interest in it is.

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Technology Technology Globalization Innovation 320

CIO

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Paul Beswick, CIO of Marsh McLennan, served as a general strategy consultant for most of his 23 years at the firm but was tapped in 2019 to relaunch the risk, insurance, and consulting services powerhouse’s global digital practice.

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CIO

OCTOBER 29, 2024

That’s great, because a strong IT environment is necessary to take advantage of the latest innovations and business opportunities. Technology continues to advance at a furious pace. The bad news, however, is that IT system modernization requires significant financial and time investments. Is your organization overdue for an IT systems update?

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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. And hopefully, thats the beginning of a beautiful and very long-lasting journey.

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CIO

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Paul Beswick, CIO of Marsh McLellan, served as a general strategy consultant for most of his 23 years at the firm but was tapped in 2019 to relaunch the risk, insurance, and consulting services powerhouse’s global digital practice.

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IT Globalization Technology Technology 395

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. As 2025 dawns, CIOs face an IT landscape that differs significantly from just a year ago.

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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. Take cybersecurity, for example.

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IT Primary Research Knowledge Research 467

CIO

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

On a recent episode of the Tech Whisperers podcast, we explored Bradys career journey and leadership philosophies and delved into how she inspires, innovates, and delivers at scale. CIO Amy Brady wears a vast array of hats in leading KeyBanks Technology, Operations, and Services (KTOS) organization. So, I thought, banking would be stable.

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Banking IT Innovation Technology 394

CIO

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

During the Tencent Global Digital Ecosystem Summit, held at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center from September 5-6, Tencent unveiled a slew of cloud and Artificial Intelligence (AI) offerings, proprietary innovations, and global solutions for enterprises to advance their digital transformation efforts.

Globalization 434

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CIO

OCTOBER 30, 2024

At Google’s parent company, she worked with moonshot companies such as Waymo, Wing, and X, to shape sustainable businesses and global impact. In many cases, IT leaders and companies have focused on innovation, including benefits to users and customers , but they should think more broadly about global impacts, she says.

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CIO

OCTOBER 21, 2024

As the GCC countries continue to evolve into global digital hubs, the adoption of technologies such as 5G, AI, and IoT is accelerating rapidly. These advancements offer immense economic growth and innovation potential, but they also introduce new cybersecurity challenges. The introduction of 5G has been a game-changer for the region.

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CIO

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Global professional services firm Marsh McLennan has roughly 40 gen AI applications in production , and CIO Paul Beswick expects the number to soar as demonstrated efficiencies and profit-making innovations sell the C-suite. IDC also surveyed IT leaders on their build vs. buy equations for AI. I think that will take longer,” he says.

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CIO

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The world must reshape its technology infrastructure to ensure artificial intelligence makes good on its potential as a transformative moment in digital innovation. NTT created, alongside Sony and Intel, the IOWN Global Forum. Mabrucco also encouraged CIOs to get involved in the IOWN Global Forum. How does it work?

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Intelligence Intelligence Finance Banking 494

CIO

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Sustainability is a core value at EGA, and the company is using digital innovation to reduce the environmental impact of its aluminium production. Carlo describes his dual role as Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO) as one that combines both traditional IT and digital transformation responsibilities. “We

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CIO

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Once synonymous with a simple plastic credit card to a company at the forefront of digital payments, we’ve consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation while respecting tradition and our relationships with our merchants, banks, and customers. Today, we’re a $450 billion company with more than 35,000 employees globally.

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Commerce Globalization Innovation Banking 496

CIO

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Guan, along with AI leaders from S&P Global and Corning, discussed the gargantuan challenges involved in moving gen AI models from proof of concept to production, as well as the foundation needed to make gen AI models truly valuable for the business. MIT event, moderated by Lan Guan, CAIO at Accenture. Give a better experience,” she said.

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Airline Travel Startups Pharmaceutical 510

CIO

JANUARY 15, 2025

In a global economy where innovators increasingly win big, too many enterprises are stymied by legacy application systems. The norm will shift towards real-time, concurrent, and collaborative development fast-tracking innovation and increasing operational agility.

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Innovation Win Globalization Security 468

CIO

JANUARY 12, 2025

These sectors are emerging as key drivers of innovation and investment in the Kingdom, with over 43 high-growth startups collectively raising more than 987 USD in funding. This success is a testament to the growing availability of venture capital, a dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem, and government support for innovation-driven ventures.

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CIO

AUGUST 20, 2024

But the call for digital transformation really gained popularity after 2011 when Capgemini, in partnership with MIT, officially coined the term , defining it as “the use of technology to radically improve performance or the reach of businesses.” More recently, KMPG reported in its 2023 Technology Survey that a majority of U.S.

Innovation 543

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CIO

OCTOBER 20, 2024

At Gitex Global 2024, Core42, a leading provider of sovereign cloud and AI infrastructure under the G42 umbrella, signed a landmark agreement with semiconductor giant AMD. This collaboration marks a significant step in driving innovation in cloud services, particularly in the MENA region.

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Predictive Analytics Globalization Innovation Advantage 419

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. This approach has the potential to massively scale AI talent development, not just in Singapore but globally. And you get experts who are embedded in the local community.

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Education Win Innovation Learning 435

CIO

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Microsoft has announced the expansion of its Global Engineering Development Center to Abu Dhabi, marking a significant milestone in the UAE’s journey to becoming a global technology leader.

Globalization 447

Globalization Capital Knowledge Innovation 447

CIO

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

According to Al Awadi: “The UAE’s ICT sector is not only advanced within the region but also competes on a global scale. The country’s continued push for digital innovation has led to the creation of specialized departments and initiatives on cloud, AI, and emerging technologies. AI is big in the UAE.

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Innovation Security Security Technology 466

CIO

MAY 7, 2024

According to Foundry’s State of the CIO 2024 study, technology leaders will be focused on driving digital innovation, redesigning processes, and modernising infrastructure and apps in the next three years in order to stay ahead. Tackling these requires innovation, built from a base of experience and knowledge.

Innovation 488

Innovation Intelligence Intelligence Banking 488

CIO

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

From October 14 to 18, Huawei will participate in the GITEX Global 2024, one of the world’s largest technology exhibitions, as a Diamond Sponsor. There, it will showcase a variety of innovative products and solutions at the exhibition under the theme “Accelerate Industrial Digitalization and Intelligence”. Its goal?

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CIO

DECEMBER 19, 2024

As the chief research officer at IDC, I lead a global team of analysts who develop research and provide advice to help our clients navigate the technology landscape. Consider which ones will make your organization more resilient, will support overall organizational health and key goals such as innovation, adaptability or sustainability.

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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.”

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Benchmarking Innovation Research Gaming 482

CIO

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

That’s not good for anybody, because we’re seeing such incredible innovation, and the speed of that innovation has never been faster.” Based on what we’re seeing, if it doesn’t, generative AI adoption loses steam and attention. It loses momentum. People are always going to want to understand the why,” Henderson added.

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Innovation Globalization Learning Marketing 488

CIO

JANUARY 13, 2025

AI this, AI that The reality is that AI is here to stay and will play a massive role in the future of global technology, how consumers interact with it and the way businesses operate. Prediction #3: Superior guardrails and governance will spur innovation. Governance and compliance through silos will finally be a thing of the past.

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CIO

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

From nimble start-ups to global powerhouses, businesses are hailing AI as the next frontier of digital transformation. research firm Vanson Bourne to survey 650 global IT, DevOps, and Platform Engineering decision-makers on their enterprise AI strategy. Nutanix commissioned U.K. Cost, by comparison, ranks a distant 10th.

Marketing 482

Marketing Marketing Security Security 482

CIO

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Since its inception in 2019, the Tencent Global Digital Ecosystem Conference has been showcasing Tencent’s latest technology advances, products, and solutions, and inspiring enterprises worldwide. Its sixth edition was recently held in Shenzhen from September 5-6 under the theme Intelligence Brings Opportunities, Cloud Boosts Growth.

Globalization 418

Globalization Commerce Finance Gaming 418

CIO

JULY 9, 2024

The UAE’s vision for AI is encapsulated in its National AI Strategy 2031, which aims to position the country as a global leader in AI by integrating it across various sectors. This strategy is not just a roadmap but a testament to the UAE’s forward-thinking approach to harnessing the power of AI for socio-economic growth.

Globalization 418

Globalization Technology Technology Innovation 418

CIO

OCTOBER 15, 2024

According to Forrester , the global digital economy will reach $16.5 trillion and capture 17% of global GDP by 2028. Similarly, PWC projects that with the broader spillover effect of technology, the digital economy can reach up to 25% of GDP globally. Digitalization is everywhere.

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