Top 5 tech trends for network managers in 2019
From a move to the edge to AI as the new UI, we’ve ripped the shiny paper off five of IDC’s most notable tech predictions as we head into 2019.
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Blockchain: the reality behind the hype
Are we moving past the hype into practical applications, or are the benefits of blockchain still largely theoretical? We take a look at what’s ahead for this technology in 2019 and beyond.
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Considering 5G? Consider these 5 questions
After years of hype, 5G could finally become a reality in the New Year. But when evaluating whether your organization should get onboard — and in what capacity — ask yourself these fundamental questions: who, what, where, when and why.
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Do we need a reality check on virtual reality?
AR/VR hasn’t yet lived up to the hype surrounding it, but immersive technologies haven’t faded away or disappeared. Instead, they’re finding use cases in business and industrial applications that are quietly proving their ROI.
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Banks take cue from consumer-facing platforms
Acquiring fintech firms wasn’t enough: banks now face competitive pressure from digital players such as Google, Amazon and Apple. Here’s how banks are taking a post-platform path and moving beyond traditional banking to stay relevant.
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MEC and 5G: A marriage of connectivity and speed
Together, mobile edge computing and the fifth generation of mobile networks will make a powerful duo, providing real-time connectivity for emerging applications. But do you need to wait for 5G to get on board with MEC?
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How to drive business value from IoT projects
The impacts of IoT on your business can range from incremental to transformative. But setting goals, quantifying benefits and predicting ROI — as well as preparing for disruptive technologies such as artificial intelligence — are essential for success.
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3 ways to succeed at retail tech innovation
An RSR survey of global retailers shows how success is linked to customer experience, business intelligence and fail-fast innovation — not simply a focus on the bottom line.
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What you need to know about the 5G standard
While a standard has been officially released, it’s still not entirely complete. So, what does this mean for 5G devices and networks, and how soon should you jump on the bandwagon?
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How blockchain could boost enterprise collaboration
What makes blockchain compelling is its potential to make communications truly private and secure — and it might just turbo-charge collaboration tools like VoIP and UC&C.
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Events: Top tech conferences to attend this fall
Take a cue from students heading back to school and take your IT skills to the next level at the many conferences, summits and expos on offer over the coming months — while networking with the best in the business. Here are some of our top picks:
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IT trends shaping the network — and your job
The job of a network pro is getting harder, thanks to increased complexity and new responsibilities. Find out what’s keeping your peers awake at night and which technologies are a top priority (hint: SDN), according to IDG’s annual State of the Network Survey.
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‘Things’ are coming together for smart cities
The Internet of Things and artificial intelligence are key technologies for building smart cities, but so too are emerging business models that can handle – and make sense of – the massive amounts of data being produced by municipal applications.
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Are you ready to go ‘all in’ with AI?
Whether you’re dabbling in artificial intelligence or still in denial, here are a few recommendations from Gartner on what your next move should be.
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Summer school: An IT pro’s reading list
It’s summer — time to unwind, and reach for that mystery or science fiction novel you’ve been meaning to read. But just as students are encouraged to keep up their learning during the summer months, we too, as adults, can use this time to build our knowledge base.
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How 5G will impact your business
The new standard holds greater value to businesses beyond lower latency and faster transmission speeds — such as the need for carriers to leverage network slicing, ultra-latency and on-demand services, according to panelists at the recent Canadian Telecom Summit.
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Security, standards hold back network innovation
Industry insiders, including Allstream COO Ray Lahoud, gathered at the 2018 Canadian Telecom Summit to discuss the promise of IT networking — from virtualization to microcontainers and intent-based networking — and the greatest challenges to its progress.
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Artificial intelligence and the future of work
One of the biggest concerns around automation and AI is that our jobs will disappear. But one Gartner analyst believes work will continue to revolve around human beings in the years to come, including the idea of a ‘centaur,’ combining human skills with technology.
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DX is a journey, not a destination
Digital transformation is a constant, ongoing process — not a one-time project. Enterprises must reinvent their entire business model with technology at the core, according to Forrester analysts, who advocate tapping into the DX partner ecosystems to fill in the gaps.
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10 podcasts for IT pros
You’re busy, but you want to keep up with the latest tech news and trends — or laugh at jokes only techies would find funny. Here’s our curated list of podcasts that are worth a listen on the treadmill, with your morning coffee or on your daily commute.
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Third Platform enters next chapter: IDC
In this era of digital transformation, companies will compete on platforms and ecosystems built on cloud, artificial intelligence, blockchain and hyper agile app development, according to the research firm — but the key to success is partnership.
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Three tips for project management success
In the era of digital transformation, it’s likely you have at least a few projects on the horizon or already underway. We examine the top reasons for project failure, and how to increase the chances your next project will be a success.
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Why banks are taking a cautious approach with fintech
Big corporations and startups have learned some lessons from the last acquisition craze. This time around, they’re more aware of the need to balance technical innovation with cultural integration, and many banks are partnering rather than purchasing.
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Building a business case for blockchain
There’s a lot of hype around blockchain technology, which has been touted as a panacea for trusted transactions. But is it the right fit for your organization, or are you better off — at least in the short term — with a traditional database?
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AI: The good, the worrisome and the reality
While some tout the myriad benefits of AI, others fear it will destroy more jobs than it creates. We take a step back and wade through some of the hype around artificial intelligence.
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