Government as a platform: The case for UCaaS in Canada
The founder of the Cloud Best Practices Network says unified communications as a service is a great example of how the public sector could drive innovation
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The network quality you’ll need as almost everything moves to the cloud
Industry analyst Zeus Kerravala says bandwidth strains from UCaaS and other forces can be blamed on a single culprit — something that could help prioritize IT investments.
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The two metrics that should matter most for cloud backup customers
As more organizations move to a model of hosted compute infrastructure, they need know they’ll be safe
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IDC maps out the cloud-first direction Canadian banks should take
The research firm’s Financial Insights unit discusses the “connective tissue” bringing mobile, big data and other technology benefits together
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‘That’s when the magic happened’ with mobile for a restaurant firm
The former CIO of Cara Operations discusses the strategic use of apps and the promise of cloud-based networking
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The service provider CIO has a very specific (and demanding) mandate
Allstream’s Raymond Lahoud appears at the recent Canadian Telecom Summit to discuss the impact of cloud, big data and the Internet of Things
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What Canadian mobile shoppers don’t do (yet)
We are not “showrooming.” QR codes haven’t caught on. IDC data shows how retailers here should prepare for the future
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How cloud and ethernet are disrupting the CSP market
As ITW 2014 approaches, carriers and service providers will find themselves facing a new form of convergence
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Oil and gas firms have a data problem that’s even more complicated than Keystone XL
It’s hard to call it “real time” decision-making when much of the information you’re grappling with will never end up on a mobile phone or in the cloud
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The cloud computing roadblocks that have nothing to do with IT
An analyst with 451 Research provides details from a recent study that show where technology professionals are struggling with the move to hosted infrastructure
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IDC explains where Canadian ‘smart cities’ actually outperform their global peers
The research firm’s forecast shows only a small number of municipalities will take omni-channel strategies to the next level, but there’s hope close to home
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This Cisco blog post provides a perfect cloud cheat sheet
An Allstream director of marketing gives Cisco Canada’s customers some thoughts about IaaS, UCaaS and other services which are moving into an emerging service model
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One simple chart shows what CIOs will focus on for the foreseeable future
IDC presents its annual forecast of key technologies and trends for 2014. Find out what’s coming of age, and what’s still a ways off
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These Canadian mobile banking numbers prove everything
Statistics from ING Direct Canada show how quickly consumer attitudes towards managing finances via smartphone are changing. Check out our latest info graphic
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Banks won’t benefit from big data on their own
Financial institutions that gathered at the recent international Sibos confernce organized by SWIFT say they want to get more value from information, but one major obstacle remains
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In reality, vampires probably scare more users than cloud computing
SafeNet Labs’ report suggests that people don’t totally trust the security of hosted applications and infrastructure—but they use such services anyway
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The Cloud Market Will Double by 2018 [Study]
Today’s IP news roundup highlights some of the latest headlines in cloud, big data and more:
Technology Business Research Inc.’s latest cloud portfolio report revealed that the global cloud market will double by 2018, reaching $66 billion. The Managed Private and Professional Services Cloud...
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IT Departments Are Blocking the Wrong Cloud Services and Putting Themselves at Risk [Study]
Today’s IP news roundup highlights some of the latest headlines in cloud computing, network security and more:
A study by SkyHigh Networks revealed that IT departments are blocking low-risk cloud services 40% more than high-risk services. The study of 300 organizations found that IT...
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Best Practices for SaaS Enablement
Recent studies have shown that more organizations are turning to Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) as an alternative to traditional on-premise deployment. A Tier 3 white paper helps organizations that are making the move by offering best practices for SaaS enablement.
According to Tier 3, “We have...
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The 2013 Cloud Computing Survey Results Are In
According to PC Connection’s “2013 Cloud Computing Survey Results”, 70% of organizations are using cloud services or are in the process of implementing them. The survey revealed that:
55% of the above-mentioned organizations are considering a private cloud strategy.
The top reason why...
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NSA Scandal May Cost US Cloud Market $35 Billion by 2016 as Companies Move Data to Other Countries
Today’s IP news roundup highlights some of the latest headlines in cloud computing, mobile app development and more: expertIP recently asked whether Edward Promised. I I. Since skin you check essay for plagiarism a feeling college application essay how long to. It:...
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Linux and Chef Among the Most In-Demand Cloud Computing Skills
Today’s IP news roundup highlights some of the latest headlines in IT jobs, big data, network security and more: Forbes.com and Dice.com recently revealed the top ten most in-demand cloud computing skills. Recruiters are currently looking for applicants with experience in Linux, Chef, shell...
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The cloud computing SlideShare presentation every IT pro should show
IT departments still struggle sometimes to make the “utilize vs. own” argument with business decision makers. This slide deck could help get the point across
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Enterprise Cloud Fears Are Holding Them Back
Today’s IP news roundup highlights some of the latest headlines in cloud, network security and more:
An article on The Next Web debunks some of the biggest enterprise cloud computing myths. For example, many enterprises fear losing control of their infrastructure when they move to the cloud....
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How to Avoid Enterprise Endpoint Backup Disasters
Since more organizations are moving their email to the cloud, the SearchCloudApplications blog has put together a list of 10 things to look for in a cloud email migration service provider. According to the article, you should find a partner with the right infrastructure. The article states,...
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