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June 24, 2024
4 hot hiring trends â and 4 going cold
A years-long hiring slowdown has spurred a number of trends, as tech leaders look to invigorate their businesses with new technology without adding to permanent headcount. Read more
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10 ways to break free from AI pilot purgatory
In the ruthless world of AI development, getting trapped in the limbo of endless pilot projects is a fate worse than failure. To avoid AI initiatives becoming just another line item of wasted budget, here are 10 essential strategies to propel your AI pilot from a stagnant trial to a successful, scalable solution. Read more
What is an SLA? Best practices for service-level agreements
A service-level agreement (SLA) defines the level of service expected from a vendor, laying out metrics by which service is measured, as well as remedies should service levels not be achieved. It is a critical component of any technology vendor contract. Read more
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Red Sox CTO Brian Shield on building a world-class IT team
The Boston baseball clubâs top IT exec breaks down what sets high-caliber teams apart and details how IT leaders can spin strategic partnerships and pragmatic innovation into a winning IT culture. Read more
10 tips to help you excel in a new leadership role
From going on a listening tour to defining success, seasoned IT leaders share the strategies, tips, and skills new leaders should focus on to succeed from day one. Read more
Microsoft bolsters quantum platform with gen AI, molecular simulation capabilities
The company unveiled its Generative Chemistry and Accelerated DFT platform to shorten research time for chemical and material scientists. Read more
