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What is data architecture? A framework to manage data

CIO

Ensure security and access controls. Modern data architectures must be designed for security, and they must support data policies and access controls directly on the raw data, not in a web of downstream data stores and applications. Establish a common vocabulary. Ensure data governance and compliance. Scalable data pipelines.

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10 AI strategy questions every CIO must answer

CIO

Many CIOs have work to do here: According to a September 2024 IDC survey, 30% of CIOs acknowledged that they dont know what percentage of their AI proofs of concepts met target KPI metrics or were considered successful something that is likely to doom many AI projects or deem them just for show. What ROI will AI deliver?

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Digital KPIs: The secret to measuring transformational success

CIO

The culture transformation and evolutions in digital core competencies that CIOs target as their new collaborative operating models require KPIs to guide executives on where to focus leadership efforts, communications, and process improvements.

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Mitigating cyber risks: the essential role of collaboration for Middle East organizations

CIO

At Gitex Global 2024, a panel of top cybersecurity leaders delivered a clear message: cybersecurity is no longer just the responsibility of the cybersecurity team or the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Ensuring the integrity and security of the data powering these AI systems is paramount to minimizing potential threats. “We

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Episode 3: How one startup is removing friction (and paper) from the healthcare experience

CIO

Digital platforms and technologies are transforming healthcare by providing secure, seamless access to disjointed islands of data and siloed technology. And that’s a pretty good KPI.

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5 hot IT budget investments — and 2 going cold

CIO

This adds additional context to our security layer and allows us to grant access to just what our users need — and no more — when they need it,’’ Vaithylingam says. These network, security, and cloud changes allow us to shift resources and spend less on-prem and more in the cloud.”

Hospitals 545
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Building a stronger supply chain through automation

CIO

By demonstrating tangible results, technology leaders can secure support for future projects and gain a seat at the decision-making table. We can measure our progress effectively by linking a key performance indicator (KPI) to this process. To identify KPIs, you must collaborate with the business function.

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