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April 12, 2024
Tractor Supply enlists AI to deliver âlegendaryâ customer service
The rural lifestyle retailer has rolled out two AI-based IT projects to cut down time spent in checkout lines, send store employees where theyâre needed, and provide immediate product information targeted to customersâ needs. Read more
IT leaders who dug in their heels during the rise of shadow IT can unlock innovation by taking a proactive approach to generative AI. Read more
10 highest-paying IT skills for 2024
Despite an IT job market in flux, demand for certain technical skills has only accelerated. From AI expertise to the hottest programming languages, these 10 skills stand out, according to Indeed. Read more
Oracle makes its pitch for the enterprise cloud. Should CIOs listen?
Acquisitions, partnerships, and a focus on AI for Oracle-captive enterprises could make enterprise software vendor a compelling player in multicloud environments and specific verticals. Read more
Black CIOs on the path to IT leadership
Howard Universityâs Tech Titans panel assembled six illustrious CIOs who shared their advice and experiences on the path to the C-suite. Here are their top takeaways for Black CIO aspirants. Read more
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Is the power of people skills enough to keep gen AI in check?
As the explosive growth of generative AI frees technologists to take on more complex challenges, critical thinking, communication, business and domain knowledge, and leadership are increasingly becoming essential must-haves. Read more
New US CIO appointments, April 2024
Congratulations to these 'movers and shakers' recently hired or promoted into a new chief information officer, senior IT, or board role. Read more
