Most enterprises are still trying to build their own framework for the Internet of Things, despite evidence that DIY IoT may not be the best approach. Blockchain-enhanced sensing-as-a-service could offer a compelling alternative.
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Mobile phones are poised to become the go-to device for unified communications and collaboration in the next few years, according to a new survey. As we enter the era of 5G, there’s no better time to start planning for mobile UC&C.
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While the cloud craze continues, global IT budgets will also focus on newer technologies such as robotics, virtual reality and cognitive AI, according to the research firm’s 2018 IT spending predictions. The big question mark, however, is U.S. tax reform legislation.
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Most companies using (or planning to use) the Internet of Things are focused on operational efficiencies and cost savings. But IoT has the potential to not only increase customer engagement, but completely change traditional business models — and create new ones.
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Although more CISOs now have a seat at the table, what they do once they get there varies dramatically. At a recent ITAC event in Toronto, Cisco’s CISO explained how to work with line-of-business managers, make security a priority and cut internal vulnerabilities.
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Cloud is growing up, and it’s going to look a lot different over the coming decade than it does now. You’re probably already using cloud – many clouds, in fact. But as you shift toward digital business, you’ll need a new strategy to reflect this new reality.
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While official standards for the latest wireless upgrade won’t be finalized until 2020, handset-makers and businesses alike are preparing for this new network capability — and we’ll get a sneak peek at the upcoming Winter Olympics.
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Fraudulent surveys, which pop up onto your computer screen and appear to come from your ISP, are becoming more commonplace. Not only are these annoying, but they carry other risks such as malware. Here’s what you can do if it happens to you.
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The start of a new year is a time of reflection and introspection (and making resolutions). It’s also when we gaze into the crystal ball and predict what will happen in the coming year. Here’s a look at what to expect in 2018 — and how to prepare for it.
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From data breaches on the down low to the AI of Everything, it’s been a busy year in the world of tech. Here’s a rundown of the top IT trends that dominated headlines over the past year.
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Allstream’s Product & Customer Lifecycle Management Group has a mandate to create, grow and sustain customer lifetime value across all platforms and channels, in addition to traditional product management.
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As businesses roll out cloud-based services and consider SD-WAN, IoT and IPv6, SIP will play an increasingly important role. Here’s the latest on future-proofing your communications infrastructure from The SIP School’s annual worldwide survey.
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Most breach post-mortems focus on the granular reasons a hack took place but don’t explore the systemic cultural issues within an organization that allowed the breach to happen, according to a panel of security experts at last month’s SecTOR conference in Toronto.
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Over the past year, we’ve heard a lot about digital transformation — but most business leaders would argue they’re already digital. So, what’s the deal?
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IT security can feel like a never-ending battle — and enterprises are responding by throwing money at the problem. But Jamie Hari, Zayo’s director of cloud and security, challenges that notion at SecTOR with tips to move your security maturity forward at little cost.
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It’s an evolution, not a revolution, but it’s going to shake up every industry — and even technologies like IoT and cloud. Here’s what you need to know about the rise of blockchain:
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Diversified cloud, advanced AI and DIY development among the research firm’s predictions for the next 12 months and beyond. Here’s what you need to know.
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Enterprise IT customers are frazzled and frustrated, panicked and perplexed, says Cisco’s Dave Justice. IT professionals and vendors alike are under enormous pressure to ease those pain points — and that means making some big changes in network architecture.
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Artificial intelligence is creating new jobs, increasing operational efficiencies and boosting sales of new products and services, according to a global survey by Capgemini. So why are workers so afraid of the future?
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A multi-cloud IT environment can quickly spiral out of control, particularly when multiple cloud services across multiple vendors are being used by multiple parts of the business. A multi-cloud strategy is critical for turning sprawl and complexity into competitive advantage.
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Organizations can never get a 100 per cent guarantee of cloud security, but there are a few things they can — and should — be doing when evaluating third-party services. Research firm Gartner offers up some helpful recommendations.
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Positions that are just starting to pop up in job postings reflect the evolution of mobility, security and analytics over the past few years. The flipside of newer tech jobs surging in demand, of course, is that older ones inevitably start to fall by the wayside.
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There’s a lot of talk about digital transformation, but turning that talk into action is one of the greatest challenges that businesses face today. And it requires a fundamental shift in how we run our businesses, according to Forrester Research. Here’s how to turn talk into action.
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Early adopters of the Internet of Things are discovering that along with its benefits are several pain points — from security to bandwidth issues. But brand-new mesh networking capabilities in the Bluetooth 5 wireless standard could ease some of these pains for network pros.
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But many U.S. cities are falling behind in the global smart city race — in part, because they don’t treat citizens like ‘customers.’ The National League of Cities offers some advice on how local governments can ensure their networks are ready for smart services.
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