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October 05, 2023
4 reasons why gen AI projects fail
Data issues are still among the chief reasons why AI projects fall short of expectations, but the advent of generative AI has added a few new twists. Read more
Sponsored by the EY organisation: A complex threat landscape demands a dynamic approach to cybersecurity
Despite companies' best efforts to uplevel cybersecurity in response to increasingly active and complex threats, new EY research finds a wide gap between those that are effective at cybersecurity practices and those still struggling to keep pace. Learn what the leaders do well.Read more
Why all IT talent should be irreplaceable
Forget the conventional wisdom about firing irreplaceable employees. Because if your employees arenât irreplaceable, youâre doing something wrong. Read more
What a quarter century of digital transformation at PayPal looks like
Currently processing a volume of payments worth over $1.3 trillion, PayPal has repeatedly staked its claim as a digital success story over the last 25 years. But insiders agree this growth needs to be constantly supported by reliable technological architecture in order to thrive. Read more
Skilled IT pay defined by volatility, security, and AI
Foote Partnersâ Q3 report on IT skills pay trends show AI and security skills were in high demand, and the value of cash-pay premiums was more volatile but their average value across a broad range of IT skills and certifications was slightly down. Read more
ConocoPhillips goes global with digital twins
Initial forays into using digital twins across its major fields has inspired the multinational hydrocarbon exploration and production company to further adopt the technology across its entire portfolio. Read more
The dark arts of digital transformation â and how to master them
Sometimes IT leaders need a little magic to push digital initiatives forward. Here are five ways to make transformation obstacles disappear. Read more
