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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Manufacturers Turn to the Cloud to Support Increased Demand and Sales
Today’s IP news roundup highlights some of the latest headlines in cloud, big data and more:
According to the McGladry “2013 Manufacturing and Distribution Monitor Report”, 45% of manufacturers use cloud computing for systems and applications. This number has risen from 41% last year, as...
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How to Quickly Develop Mobile Apps
According to a Salesforce eBook, “The shift to mobile devices offers exciting new ways for businesses to engage with customers and employees quickly, continuously, and cost-effectively. And yet, many companies are struggling to take advantage of these opportunities. They worry about security and...
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23% of IT Budgets Go to Cloud Services [Study]
Today’s IP news roundup highlights some of the latest headlines in all things cloud:
Cisco's "Impact of Cloud on IT Consumption Models” study stated that IT will increase cloud spending from 23% this year to 27% by 2016. The survey of 4,226 IT leaders across nine countries, including...
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72% of Enterprises Use Hybrid Cloud Services
Today’s IP news roundup highlights some of the latest headlines in cloud, mobility and more:
According to a Rackspace survey, more enterprises are using hybrid cloud services. Rackspace revealed that “60 percent of respondents have moved or are considering moving certain applications or...
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Cloud Investments Are Up 10% Since 2012 [Study]
Today’s IP news roundup highlights some of the latest headlines in cloud, big data and more:
According to IDG Enterprise’s 2013 Cloud Computing: Key Trends and Future Effects study, cloud investments have increased 10% since last year. The average cloud investment for enterprises with over...
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Did Edward Snowden just save the Canadian cloud computing industry?
The CEO of the Canadian Cloud Council comments on the recent controversies about U.S. surveillance and how it might shift thinking among local CIOs
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Cloud Benefits Go Beyond Cost Savings
Today’s IP news roundup highlights some of the latest headlines in cloud, network security, big data and more:
Cloud computing offers surprising benefits. While many companies turn to the cloud for cost savings and greater agility, Forbes.com recently highlighted a number of often overlooked...
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7 Reasons you need a Cisco CMSP Master Certified Provider
The cloud offers the promise of greater IT agility and cost savings, but not without the right help. Learn more about the certification that may be more important than customer references
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Despite Security Concerns, Cloud Usage Swells
Today’s IP news roundup highlights some of the latest headlines in cloud, network security and more:
Gartner revealed that the global cloud market will grow 18.5% this year to reach $131 billion. With this massive increase in cloud adoption, InfoWorld feels that we have reached a tipping...
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Cloud Collaboration Best Practices
As more employees use their personal devices for work, you will need to ensure that your employees can collaborate across a number of devices while you keep your corporate data safe. Box has put together a Cloud Collaboration Knowledge Vault containing videos that cover topics such as building a...
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Make the Business Case for the Cloud
If you’re trying to make the business case for the cloud, you’ve probably run into at least one skeptic who doesn’t want to make the move. Whether they are concerned about costs, security or simply don’t understand what the cloud is, a Dell white paper - "How to Beat a Cloud Skeptic" –...
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