Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Why so many who took part in the Great Resignation have regrets
Changing economic conditions, evolving workplace flexibility policies, and an undervaluing of coworker relationships are leaving many of those who left jobs during the so-called Great Resignation with resigner's remorse.
Is your organization increasing investments in #ESGtech? If so, do you think of sustainability initiatives more as a necessary, if costly, component of corporate responsibility or a business value driver?
Is your organization increasing investments in #ESGtech? If so, do you think of sustainability initiatives more as a necessary, if costly, component of corporate responsibility or a business value driver?
What results can you gain by migrating @Microsoft Dynamics to the cloud? Contact us for an assessment. #MSDyn365
What results can you gain by migrating @Microsoft Dynamics to the cloud? Contact us for an assessment.
#MSDyn365
AI at Work: Employers Must Balance the Power and Peril of Big Data in 2023 | JD Supra
Here's what businesses should consider as they navigate employment laws, data privacy and compliance challenges in deploying artificial intelligence to scale their business operations.
Hybrid Work Solutions Consultation
The transition to hybrid work requires transforming business processes. Make sure you're making all the right moves by setting up a hybrid work solutions consultation with an expert from Contoso Technical Solutions.
5 Benefits of Cloud Computing for Managed Service Providers (MSPs)
The IT world as we know it is accelerating faster than we can say "Infrastructure as a Service." More and more businesses are realizing the benefits of moving their workloads to the cloud, and developing their new applications in a cloud-native way. In fact, by 2025 85% of organizations will follow a cloud-first approach!
IT Insights from Today's Frontline Organizations
Frontline workers — who represent much of the global workforce — are found across essential and nonessential industries including retail, healthcare and supply chain sectors (i.e., manufacturing). Most often reporting to a jobsite, or out in the field, these employees rely heavily on mission-critical technologies to access the information, applications, and resources they need to do their job.
Download our infographic to delve into the critical use cases for frontline workers across industries, learn how they interact with mission-critical digital technologies and understand how VMware Workspace ONE accelerates digital transformation.
I/ML at the Edge with Red Hat OpenShift
Red Hat OpenShift can accelerate data gathering, preparation and inferencing tasks for your business. Watch this video to see how to enable real digital transformation with artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) and by gathering and analyzing data at the edge.
Monday, February 27, 2023
Assess your data breach risk
As data volumes increase, so does the risk of a data breach that can wreak operational and financial havoc on your business. To help you gain insight into any data security gaps across your IT ecosystem, we're offering a complimentary assessment. Contact us today to book your free consultation.
Microsoft: A Leader in hybrid work solutions across 23 analyst reports
No company is better positioned to help organizations meet the demands of hybrid work than Microsoft. Read the blog to gain insight on why Microsoft is recognized as a leader in seven different Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ reports, eight different Forrester Wave™ reports, and eight different IDC MarketScape reports.
In an Uncertain Job Market, How Can Companies Retain Workers?
Although some employees might decide to stick with their jobs when the market appears uncertain, work force reductions can, conversely, spur more quitting.
Large Department Store Chain Protects Brand and Sensitive Credit Card and Customer Data With CipherTrust Platform
After a devastating data breach that exposed the credit card data of millions of its customers, a multinational retailer sought to repair its severely damaged reputation by overhauling its data security strategy with Thales' CipherTrust Platform. Here are the results.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Migration Program Overview
Migrating from on-premises solutions to the cloud should begin with expert guidance from Microsoft. Watch the video to see how Dynamics 365 customers can start improving financial performance and streamlining operations as the Dynamics 365 migration program enables on-premises customers to simplify and accelerate the move to the cloud.
Data Quality Remains Biggest Detriment To AI Success - RTInsights
The quality of data coming through the pipeline remains one of the key impediments to AI success, but it looks like businesses are more aware of data needs.
What is Digital Employee Experience (DEX) and who owns it?
A 2022 Gallup survey on the workplace found that engaged workers are more profitable for their companies than unhappy workers. More than 80 percent of employees reported feeling disengaged. Clearly, there is substantial opportunity to to boost employee engagement and profitability is substantial.
Read this article on digital employee experience (DEX) and how to improve yours.
Thales CipherTrust Data Security Platform Reviews Part 1
See what Thales' customers are saying about CipherTrust—the next generation data security platform that unifies data protection, simplifies data security management, and delivers unprecedented granular access controls with centralized key management.
Top 11 benefits of cloud computing
Review the top benefits of cloud computing, such as scalability, reliability, cost savings, high availability, agility and more.
Hybrid work: From personal experience to global trends
This pivot to remote and hybrid work has reshaped employee behaviors and expectations. Read the blog to gain additional insight on the findings from a recent Microsoft hybrid work report.
Sustainable IT: An environmental and social approach to business tech
Applying environmental, social, and governance goals to enterprise IT practices can lower operating costs, improve resiliency, and bolster brand image.
Economic Impact of CipherTrust Platform by Forrester Research
With a seemingly endless stream of data protection products flooding the cybersecurity market, how do you facilitate making a strategic decision on purchasing the solution that can prevent data breaches without blowing up your budget or complicating your IT and SecOps management?
To help you navigate this massive market, Forrester Consulting interviewed representatives from four global enterprises that have implemented Thales' CipherTrust Platform. Here are the ROI results:
View: Economic Impact of CipherTrust Platform by Forrester Research
Saturday, February 25, 2023
Red Hat Enterprise Linux at the Edge
Companies are shifting to edge computing to solve a wide range of business challenges. This means leveraging data at the source. Since moving workloads to the edge can be challenging, Red Hat's solution, built on Linux, helps maximize efficiency while managing compliance and protecting infrastructure. Watch to discover more about how Red Hat and edge computing can transform your enterprise.
Great Expectations: Making Hybrid Work Work
For employees, hybrid work is the new normal. So how can you make it work? Read this report for key statistics and insights from business leaders.
Demo our newest AI solutions
Interested in learning how AI can help your business streamline IT operations, deliver superior data insights or enhance customer experiences? Schedule a free demo of our newest AI-powered solutions.
Demo our newest cloud-native tools
The dizzying speed of change and innovation in cloud computing can be overwhelming. To help tech buyers understand which tools they need to advance their strategic or operational goals, we are running free demos of our newest cloud-native solutions. Reserve your spot today.
Friday, February 24, 2023
Enterprise tech sidesteps dip in startup funding
Last year's muted startup investment rounds may be hiding a relatively positive subsector: tech companies selling software and services to other businesses.
Everyone is wrong about the future of remote work
As CEOs push return to office and workers resist, everyone is wrong about remote work's future.
Complimentary assessment of your security posture
Today's cybersecurity environment is more volatile and dangerous than ever, with sophisticated attackers targeting an ever-expanding attack surface. Do you have what it takes to fend off potentially devastating attacks? Schedule a free assessment of your security posture to find out.
Data And AI Will Redefine Businesses In 2023
The world in 2023 is in three large transitions. Data-rich enterprises, LLMs and Foundation Models, and a Human-centered approach will redefine businesses.
Hyperscalers are the New Disrupters in Cloud Computing and Digital Infrastructure
A part of digital Infrastructure investment, hyperscale data centers embody the communications and computation necessary for scaling broadband.
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Demo our Newest Enterprise Tech Solutions
We partner with the world's most innovative vendors to deliver solutions that transform businesses by streamlining operations, automating manual tasks, and delivering superior customer experiences. Schedule a consultation with one of our experts to explore the transformative solutions in our portfolio.
Schedule a free assessment of your hybrid work capabilities
Are your hybrid employees thriving or are they struggling to adjust to the new normal? We can help you identify the key drivers of a productive and happy hybrid workforce. Schedule your free consultation today.
View: Schedule a free assessment of your hybrid work capabilities
Cybersecurity Concerns for 2023
With the new year, there is a lot to be excited and concerned about in the area of cybersecurity and data privacy. This article identifies some key issues that should be top of mind in this area and thoughts on how they may affect the retail sector this year.
How the Democratization of AI is Fueling Business Growth - RTInsights
We are beginning to see the combination of open source and low-code/no-code artificial intelligence become a catalyst for democratized AI applications.
What new #cloudtech innovations or trends are you most excited about and why?
What new #cloudtech innovations or trends are you most excited about and why?
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Which #techtrends do you think will have the biggest impact on business growth? AI? Automation? Something else? #EnterpriseTech
Which #techtrends do you think will have the biggest impact on business growth? AI? Automation? Something else?
#EnterpriseTech
Is The End Of Remote Work Jobs Approaching?
Remote work is not going away, despite recent headlines suggesting a return to the office. In fact, search trends for "remote work jobs" and "work from home jobs" hit their all-time high in January 2023.
Layoffs come for cybersecurity, too
Even companies in more insulated fields, such as cyber vendors Sophos, Okta and Secureworks, are bound to feel the pain as enterprises cut spending.
Surface Hybrid Work Solution Guide
This solution guide shows how to develop a strategy for hybrid work that keeps teams connected, productive, and secure. Give it a read for insights to improve your hybrid work strategy.
How aggressive is your business in investing in #AIpowered solutions? Or maybe you're taking a more conservative approach by waiting for AI tech to evolve before making a major buying decision? Love to hear your thoughts!
How aggressive is your business in investing in #AIpowered solutions? Or maybe you're taking a more conservative approach by waiting for AI tech to evolve before making a major buying decision? Love to hear your thoughts!
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Top 10 Trends Transforming the Cloud According to Forrester
Hyperscalers offering composability and concerns about dependence on megavendors among the trends molding the future of the cloud.
Total automation: Tech for intelligent enterprise execution
Part one of this two-part report updates the S&P Global 2022 research agenda calling out the need for total automation and discussing how various technology markets continue to coalesce and evolve through development and M&A activity into future intelligent automation platforms.
In your opinion: as employers ask workforces to return to the office, is the pendulum swinging too far away from #remotework to the detriment of a healthy work-life balance? #FutureOfWork
In your opinion: as employers ask workforces to return to the office, is the pendulum swinging too far away from #remotework to the detriment of a healthy work-life balance?
#FutureOfWork
Which #cyberthreats are you most concerned about and do you feel like you have the necessary tools to mitigate risk? We'd love your feedback!
Which #cyberthreats are you most concerned about and do you feel like you have the necessary tools to mitigate risk? We'd love your feedback!
Building an Open, Secure and Flexible Edge Infrastructure
If you want to increase agility, create differentiation, and achieve a competitive advantage, you want to look to edge computing. Taking the hybrid cloud to the next level, Red Hat Enterprise Linux helps businesses preserve stability and interoperability with core systems, maximizing value and reducing costs.
Understand the nuances of edge computing, challenges, and demands, and the Red Hat solutions that address them in this IDC report.
View: Building an Open, Secure and Flexible Edge Infrastructure
Monday, February 20, 2023
How AI points the way to a new gold standard for big data analytics
By running data analytics on dedicated processors the way AI workloads now run on GPUs we can crack open Big Data for a new level of insights
Why Wasm is the future of cloud computing
Whether on the server or on the edge, Wasm lets you create custom logic that runs much closer to the data than it could before. And you can do it securely, efficiently, and with greater flexibility.
Gartner Top 10 Strategic Technology Trends for 2023
Gartner expects the 2023 trends to impact enterprise strategies in the coming three years by enabling organizations to address four key priorities: Optimizing resilience, operations or trust; scale productivity and customer value by advancing solutions, product delivery and connectivity; pioneering customer engagement, accelerated responses or opportunity; pursuing sustainable technology solutions.
What is your approach to evaluating ERP solutions? Contact us to set up a meeting with a @MSFTDynamics365 expert from Contoso Technical Solutions. #MSDyn365
What is your approach to evaluating ERP solutions? Contact us to set up a meeting with a @MSFTDynamics365 expert from Contoso Technical Solutions.
#MSDyn365
3 remote work myths, busted
Billion-dollar businesses are being built by fully-distributed teams, and new products and services are emerging daily to support these efforts.
Dynamics 365 Breathes Composability into Enterprise Resource Planning Modernization
The last two pandemic-dominated years have cemented supply chain as a top priority for retailers, direct-to-consumer manufacturers and distributors in the consumer goods sector. Read the blog to learn about three Microsoft customer success stories that showcase how Dynamics 365 breathes composability into ERP modernization.
Cybersecurity trends for 2023 and what to expect
The Vulcan Cyber's Cyber Risk in 2022: A 360° View report outlines cyber threats in 2023, from cloud security to healthcare attacks.
Saturday, February 18, 2023
Free Cyberthreat Assessment
Where is your organization most vulnerable to cyberthreats and how reliable is your cybersecurity? Let the experts at Contoso Technical Solutions help assess your risk by scheduling a Free Cyberthreat Assessment today.
Complementary Data Strategy Consultation
Do you have a data-driven enterprise? Not sure? Then take advantage of this invitation to a free consultation with a data strategy expert.
Free AI Readiness Consultation
The experts from Contoso Technical Solutions work with organizations that are exploring AI and advancing its application from a successful starting point. Schedule a complimentary AI readiness consultation no matter where you are along your AI journey.
Friday, February 17, 2023
What are your top data management challenges? Is it #cybersecurity, an IT skills shortage or something else? Reply to discuss key challenges of data protection and management.
What are your top data management challenges? Is it #cybersecurity, an IT skills shortage or something else?
Reply to discuss key challenges of data protection and management.
Free Hybrid Work Strategy Consultation
There isn't one "right" hybrid work strategy; the strategy that works for one business might be ineffective for another. Get in touch with us today for a free consultation to learn more about building the hybrid work strategy that's right for your organization.
Four Countries Want Students to Help Their Schools Fight Cyber Threats
An international coalition of four countries — Australia, India, Japan and the United States — are teaming up to shine a spotlight on cyber threats that affect governments and schools. Read this blog for an overview of Quad Cyber Challenge, an initiative announced by the Biden Administration at a time when schools face increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.
Delivering Data In The 'Right Now' Economy
This Forbes editorial highlights some of the findings of a McKinsey study on the data-driven enterprise. Read the article for an expert's analysis of the findings.
Artificial intelligence in mental health research: new WHO study on applications and challenges
Using artificial intelligence (AI) in mental health services and research has potential, but a new study finds significant shortcomings that may indicate overly accelerated promotion of new AI models that have yet to be evaluated as viable in the real world. Read this blog for highlights.
Thursday, February 16, 2023
Hybrid cloud wins rely on data protection
Data security in a hybrid or multicloud environment can be complicated. That's especially true if your company relies on multiple cloud vendors.
To protect your data and applications, you need to understand the data challenges that come with hybrid cloud. Read this article to understand why.
How to guard against proximity bias in a hybrid workplace
Do in-office workers have an advantage over remote co-workers? This article suggests some steps for managers to take to ensure equal treatment of your employees.
How CISA Is Tackling Supply Chain Issues & Rising Cyber Threats
The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has established a supply chain risk management office to help public and private sector partners implement policies aimed at mitigating supply chain woes and disruptions. Read this article for insights from CISA CIO, Bob Costello.
What is your #data strategy? Does it adapt to new technologies and business needs? RT to share ideas and comments.
What is your #data strategy? Does it adapt to new technologies and business needs?
RT to share ideas and comments.
How would you recommend office design and management adapt to the new hybrid work world? RT to talk about hybrid work.
How would you recommend office design and management adapt to the new hybrid work world?
RT to talk about hybrid work.
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Council Post: Is Streaming Intelligence The Next Business Frontier For Data?
Businesses demand more value from their data and expect to unlock its value in less time. Streaming intelligence is emerging as a solution. Read this Forbes blog post for insight on why streaming intelligence is the next business frontier for data.
Complementary IT Hiring Practices Consultation
Having difficulties in recruiting the right IT talent? You're not alone. Cloud services and cybersecurity talent are in short supply. At the same budgets are tight.
Take advantage of our free IT Hiring Practices Consultation. Schedule it today.
Introducing Surface Laptop 5
The Surface Laptop 5 is a sleek and powerful device with Intel® 12th Gen processing, all-day battery life, and more. Watch this video to check it out!
How is cybercrime being addressed across public and private sectors and what are the takeaways for your organization? RT to start a conversation.
How is cybercrime being addressed across public and private sectors and what are the takeaways for your organization? RT to start a conversation.
7 enterprise data strategy trends
Every organization needs a data strategy for data management processes, rules and technology. In this article, we look at the major trends that will affect your data strategy. Read it for ideas on how to create an effective data strategy for your organization.
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
What will #AI enhance next? How can you make the most of advances in AI in your business? RT to start a discussion.
What will #AI enhance next? How can you make the most of advances in AI in your business? RT to start a discussion.
Council Post: Skills Shortage Threatens Cloud Security
In today's business world, where digital transformation is a crucial competitive factor and the security personnel essential to that transformation are in short supply, upskilling is central to success.
Microsoft Surface: Business Ready for Enabling Hybrid Work
The Surface Laptop 5 has the power and performance modern workers need to tackle heavy workloads in the hybrid work environment. Check out this interactive graphic—and be sure to click various elements within the graphic—to reveal details about the Surface Laptop 5 and the latest business priorities for hybrid work.
The workplace of the future: Workspace mobility, flexible, secure, and hybrid
To make these changes in a virtual setting, one needs clear intentions, documentation, and a deeper understanding of the human psyche and what works best in current circumstances. Read this article to learn what managers need to do to support hybrid or remote workers.
How medical practices — large and small — can provide continuous and effective care, even in the face of rising cyber threats to EHRs
Don't let the threat of cyberattacks derail your practice from harnessing the power of technology. Read this article describing how medical practices of all sizes integrate HIPPA-compliant, secure and encrypted solutions to protect vital communications and patient workflows from ransomware attacks.
Monday, February 13, 2023
Enterprise-scale IoT is all about data — not tech
Organizations constantly collect data—on their customers, products, suppliers, sales and internal operations. Data flows in from tiny sensors, web sites, smart devices, partners and internal corporate systems
But all that data is only as good as the decisions that are made based on it. Otherwise, it is just taking up storage space. This article talks about the use of data collection and analysis in the auto industry. Read it for ideas on how to put data to better use at your organization.
As organizations add new sub-based offerings, their revenue recognition processes become more complex. Contact a @MSFTDynamics365 expert to discuss/compare costs of a subscription-based or on-prem infrastructure. #MSDyn365
As organizations add new sub-based offerings, their revenue recognition processes become more complex. Contact a @MSFTDynamics365 expert to discuss/compare costs of a subscription-based or on-prem infrastructure.
#MSDyn365
How AI points the way to a new gold standard for big data analytics
If data is the new gold, then today's "gold" comes in the form of priceless insights into trends and customer behaviors for growth-seeking organizations. But possessing an abundance of data — through fortunate — remains problematic, at least for now. Read this blog to learn why.
Infographic — Cloud Impact
Data protection still a barrier to adopting cloud services
Concern about data security is keeping many mid-sized organizations from fully adopting cloud services. This article in Technology Magazine reports that 44 percent worry that data protection is compromised in the cloud and over 54 percent feel that security threats are increased by cloud services. Read the blog for insight on barriers.
How Microsoft Teams uses AI and machine learning to improve calls and meetings
Microsoft is delivering innovative enhancements in Microsoft Teams focused on improving audio and video challenges through AI and machine learning. Read the blog to gain insight on the new improvements.
2023 Global Future of Cyber Survey
Find out how leaders across industries are building long-term value by putting cyber at the heart of the business. Explore findings from Deloitte's latest survey based on input from cyber executives around the world.
Hybrid Cloud Automation with Red Hat Ansible
When you orchestrate, operationalize and govern your hybrid cloud with Red Hat Ansible, you can unlock the potential of your organization's environment to do more with less, simplify deployment and understand what you're running and where. This reduces the complexity and challenges of operating a hybrid cloud. Watch this video to see how hybrid cloud automation with Red Hat Ansible frees up valuable administration and maintenance resources to drive efficiencies and innovation.
Saturday, February 11, 2023
Free AI Feasibility Assessment
AI is a growing force in business, making existing tech smarter and unlocking the power of data organizations collect. Schedule a complimentary AI feasibility assessment with one of our experts from Contoso Technical Solutions to help demystify the power of artificial intelligence.
Cloud Development Consultation
Cloud development is a journey full of twists and turns. Get help with your navigation and meet with one of our cloud experts. Request a free consultation today.
Free Cyberthreat Assessment
What cyber risks is your organization most vulnerable to and how reliable is your cybersecurity to address them? Let the experts at Contoso Technical Solutions help assess your risk profile by scheduling a Free Cyberthreat Assessment today.
Friday, February 10, 2023
A vision for making open source more equitable and secure
Open source developers often work as volunteers, but a new project is underway to compensate them.
An open-source platform called tea hopes to create an opportunity for developers to be fairly compensated based on contributions.
Read about it here.
Jail threats stop AI 'robot lawyer' from making its debut in court | Engadget
AI may one day help citizens defend themselves in a court of law. But not just yet, according to a recent article. The CEO of legal assistant app startup DoNotPay, was banned from using it in a real court of law.
While the jury is still out on AI in judicial proceedings, you can learn the pros and cons of DoNotPay from this article.
Cloud computing is booming, but these are the challenges that lie ahead
IT analyst firm Gartner forecasts worldwide consumer spending on public cloud services to grow by a healthy 20.7 percent in 2023. But with that growth comes many challenges. Read what challenges analysts predict lie ahead.
Watchdog warns FDIC fails to test banks' cyberdefenses effectively
The Federal deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC) isn't doing enough to monitor cyber risk effectively at the financial institutions it regulates, according to a federal government watchdog. Read this blog post for a summary of report findings, including a look at deficiencies in the agency's IT and cyber risk assessment program.
Free Enterprise Architecture Consultation
Want to upgrade your enterprise architecture? Schedule a free consultation with our enterprise architects.
Thursday, February 9, 2023
Hybrid work: This too shall pass
Are hybrid work policies an evolutionary step in the remote work trend? Or are they a change-averse management's attempt to get workers back to the office?
Read this article about the downsides of "hybrid" work, and why companies should just move ahead to an all-remote workplace.
Remote Technology Consultation
A good remote work policy depends on great remote technologies.
Get in touch to schedule a free consultation on the best technologies for your remote workforce.
Edge Computing Covered and Diced
What is edge computing, and what does it mean for data workloads, latency, and our precious, precious bandwidth? Red Hat CTO Chris Wright reboots Technically...
Cloud planning and development comes with many challenges. What issues has your business faced? Talent shortage? Change-resistant users? Reply to share your experiences. #cloud
Cloud planning and development comes with many challenges.
What issues has your business faced? Talent shortage? Change-resistant users?
Reply to share your experiences.
#cloud
Is AI Eroding Our Ability To Think?
If you've heard of ChatGPT, the AI chatbot that produces original writing, then you know how sophisticated AI technologies have become.
But are they good for our brains? Will AI take over our thinking process, like Google Maps has replaced our need to remember where we're going?
Read this interesting article on the potential effects of AI in areas like museum curation and other artistic fields.
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Gartner report shows zero trust isn't a silver bullet
Few security bandwagons have gathered as much interest and momentum as zero trust. In fact, 97% of companies either have a zero-trust initiative in place or plan to implement one in the next 12 to 18 months. Yet a report released by Gartner suggests that zero trust isn't a silver bullet or a fix-all solution. Read this blog for a summary of findings including research warning that in the not-too-distant future, 50% of cyberattacks will target areas unprotected by zero-trust controls.
Enterprise tech's worst-kept secret: The persistence of mainframe
While cloud computing is seen to be replacing mainframe legacy systems, that's not the case in many organizations. As John Lovelock, VP analyst at Gartner says, ""The on-prem world isn't going away — it's not even getting smaller." Read this article to learn why.
Is hybrid working here to stay?
High gas prices, traffic jams and the high cost of maintaining office space are three reasons why remote and hybrid work schedules may be here to stay.
This article looks at the forces behind the hybrid work trend.
AI is everywhere. How do you use #AI-driven applications? Do they help or hinder you in your work? RT and start a conversation.
AI is everywhere. How do you use #AI-driven applications? Do they help or hinder you in your work?
RT and start a conversation.
What awaits on the #cyberthreat landscape? Reply with your predictions and RT to start a conversation.
What awaits on the #cyberthreat landscape? Reply with your predictions and RT to start a conversation.
Tuesday, February 7, 2023
Do you have an enterprise architecture project? Why is it important to your business? Share your ideas. Reply to learn how Contoso Technical Solutions can help.
Do you have an enterprise architecture project? Why is it important to your business?
Share your ideas.
Reply to learn how Contoso Technical Solutions can help.
Are remote workers slackers? Or more productive? A recent study finds huge attitude differences in onsite vs remote workers. Read the article. 👇 RT to discuss.
Are remote workers slackers? Or more productive?
A recent study finds huge attitude differences in onsite vs remote workers.
Read the article. 👇
RT to discuss.
6 cloud-native development challenges to avoid
Is your development team expanding its cloud-native app strategy? Fintech experts weigh in on how to clear common obstacles
Toyota Manufacturing Uses Dynamics 365 Mixed Reality to Boost Efficiency and Scalability
Toyota Manufacturing was looking for a way to help their technicians become as efficient and accurate as possible with what was becoming increasingly complicated services and repairs. Watch the video to see how Microsoft Dynamics 365 Guides and Dynamics 365 Remote Assist on Microsoft HoloLens 2 were the perfect solutions.
Forrester Report — Edge Computing Predictions
Calling it "among the most important trends associated with cloud computing", Forrester predicts the trajectory of edge computing as it matures in this report. Get the report for a look at Forrester's five predictions and to discover how edge computing is changing the computing landscape.
VMware Named a Leader in 2022 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) Tools.
According to Gartner, more than 90% of clients will soon use cloud-based UEM tools.
This blog article explains why Gartner named VMware as a leader for overall ability to execute and completeness of vision.
I Outsourced My Memory to AI for 3 Weeks
hanks to the Internet and smart phones, we now have the opportunity to access endless sources of information. But few of us can remember all the articles, social media threads, podcasts that we read and hear every day.
Can AI-driven memory apps help?
Read this article exploring the issues involved in memory retention and how AI memory assistants could help.
Monday, February 6, 2023
Cerner Associates Shape the Future of Healthcare in Hybrid Workplaces with Microsoft Collaboration Tools
Healthcare information technology solutions provider Cerner wanted a hybrid work approach, using tools that would combine the best of both worlds and create a flexible workplace that reflects the way people want to work today. Read the customer story to learn how Microsoft answered this call.
Gartner Highlights 10 Common Cloud Strategy Mistakes
A cloud strategy is essential for guiding your organization's path to the cloud, or clouds in hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
But drafting a sound strategy holds some unexpected pitfalls — such as failing to collaborate with business stakeholders or not having an exit strategy.
Read this article from Gartner on building a cloud strategy and avoiding the top ten mistakes.
Top Opportunities for Automotive and Mobility in 2022
Technology and partnerships are at the forefront of this transformation to a connected, autonomous, shared and electric vehicle future. Read the blog to learn how Microsoft is joining with customers, partners, and the automotive, mobility, and transportation industry to create a culture of collaboration that drives innovation.
Coalition launches inaugural cyber threats index
In its first annual cyber threats index, Cyber insurer Coalition provided detailed insights on cybersecurity trends and the emerging cyber threats businesses should prepare for in 2023. Read this blog for an overview of additional findings from the threat index.
How Cloud Management Helped Indian Bank Handle a Merger
When two banks in India merged its offices, banking services and 400 applications, they had to do it while ensuring continuous availability of services for their customers.
The solution was VMware. The newly merged bank decided to implement a private cloud using VMware vCloud Suite. The migration was completed with no downtime in just three months.
Read how the new Indian Bank handled the move in this customer story.
View: How Cloud Management Helped Indian Bank Handle a Merger
Quick Introduction to Enterprise Architecture: What & How | Spiceworks
What does enterprise architecture really mean for your IT infrastructure and applications? How is it structured? When and why does it fail? This quick video guide decodes the complexity of enterprise architecture and provides easy to understand answers to your questions.
Surface Studio 2+ | Hands-On & Overview
The Surface Studio 2+ is here and ready to help you reimagine the way you work! Check it out in this video—and place your orders now before they sell out!
What does a productive #hybridwork environment look like to you? Comment to let us know your thoughts and contact a Contoso Technical Solutions @Microsoft #hybridwork solutions expert to help you create it. #WorkTrends #FutureOfWork
What does a productive #hybridwork environment look like to you? Comment to let us know your thoughts and contact a Contoso Technical Solutions @Microsoft #hybridwork solutions expert to help you create it.
#WorkTrends #FutureOfWork
How Different Perspectives Affect the Debate on Remote Work
While office workers have enjoyed the opportunity to work from home, not all workers can work remotely. A recent study looked at the differences in perspective of remote vs on-site workers and found a large gap.
Read the results of this interesting study.
Microsoft Surface: Business Ready for Hybrid Work
Surface devices offer the power and flexibility your workforce needs to do more in the new hybrid work environment. Check out this interactive graphic to learn how Surface enables hybrid work. Be sure to click the orange bar and mouse over elements to discover details—and don't wait to place your orders because these devices will sell fast!
Saturday, February 4, 2023
The Benefits of a Red Hat Subscription
What is the value of a Red Hat subscription? In addition to having access to a vast ecosystem of partners and open source technology, Red Hat specialists offer guidance and support for your team that make for greater innovation and faster problem solving. Watch this video to see how you can get access to all the updates and security patches you need. It's a solution that covers your entire stack and extends value beyond the technology itself.
Free AI Feasibility Assessment
AI is a growing force in business, making existing tech smarter and unlocking the power of data organizations collect. Schedule a complimentary AI feasibility assessment with one of our experts from Contoso Technical Solutions to help demystify the power of artificial intelligence.
How is Cloud Technology Revolutionizing the Healthcare Sector?
The healthcare sector constantly seeks innovations and technology to improve transparency and clarity. Cloud computing is a main example of technology valued by healthcare organizations for the efficiency, cost savings and scalability it enables. Read this blog for insight.
A Free Evaluation of Your IT Capabilities
Ensure you have the right infrastructure and capabilities to meet new challenges. Book a free assessment today to make sure your business doesn't fall behind the times.
Jamie Dimon blasts remote work as 'management by Hollywood Squares'
Mr. Dimon also argued that returning to in-person work would help corporate diversity, calling the office a "rainbow room."
Friday, February 3, 2023
Cyber Resiliency Consultation
How prepared is your organization to accelerate remediation and minimize disruption when a breach occurs? Let the experts at Contoso Technical Solutions help you improve your cyber resilience strategy by scheduling a complimentary cyber resiliency consultation.
ChatGPT is changing education, AI experts say — but how? - DW - 01/24/2023
Experts say artificial intelligence chatbots like ChatGPT are changing the way students are taught and study. These "language model" AIs can write flawless-looking academic essays. Is it a threat or opportunity, or both Read this to explore these questions.
Cloud Security Risk Assessment
Keep your cloud environment secure from vulnerabilities. Schedule an IT infrastructure assessment with the experts at Contoso Technical Solutions to develop the right cloud strategy for your organization.
Opportunities await investors in the tech sector. Here is a corner that's ripe for growth
Enterprise software is a disruptive force with the potential to unlock unprecedented productivity and innovation. Like the physical assets that propelled the business world in centuries past, software and tech-enabled solutions are transforming the way we live, work and learn. Read this CNBC Op-ed by Robert F. Smith, founder, chairman and CEO of Vista Equity Partners for insight on how enterprise software is revolutionizing the economy as it transforms the world.
Optimize Your Hybrid Work Strategy
There isn't one "right" hybrid work strategy; the strategy that works for one business might be ineffective for another—and it's not just firmographics or different business models that determine the optimal strategy; geography matters too. Want to learn more about building the hybrid work strategy that's right for your organization? Get in touch with us today for a free demo.
Thursday, February 2, 2023
EU's Proposed CE Mark for Software Could Have Dire Impact on Open Source - Slashdot
The EU's proposed Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), which aims to "bolster cybersecurity rules to ensure more secure hardware and software products," could have severe unintended consequences for open source software, according to leaders in the open source community.
Healthcare organizations have much to gain from #hybridcloud. What about your organization? Reply with your ideas.
Healthcare organizations have much to gain from #hybridcloud. What about your organization? Reply with your ideas.
What investment opportunities do you foresee in enterprise tech? Reply with your ideas and RT to start a conversation.
What investment opportunities do you foresee in enterprise tech? Reply with your ideas and RT to start a conversation.
I'm a copywriter. I'm pretty sure artificial intelligence is going to take my job
It took ChatGPT 30 seconds to create, for free, an article it would have taken copywriter, Henry Williams, hours to write. Read this article for Williams' perspective on impact.
Going to the office is the new 'remote work'
As companies call workers back to the office, many employees are pushing back, with the majority saying they'd consider looking for a new job if required to return to the office full-time. Efforts to issue mandates or lure employees back with onsite amenities and perks miss a critical psychological piece of RTO resistance: Working at the office is the new remote. Read this for insight.
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
OpenSSF GM talks funding, legal software supply chain issues | TechTarget
Brian Behlendorf, OpenSSF GM, is laying out plans to fund open source supply chain security in a slowing economy and speak out against the EU's Cyber Resilience Act. Read this blog for insight.
Introducing Surface Pro 9
The Surface Pro 9 is the device your workforce needs to stay productive from anywhere. Watch the video to learn more about everything it offers.
What does ChatGPT look like to you? RT if you consider it an opportunity.
What does ChatGPT look like to you? RT if you consider it an opportunity.
Why the shift from #cybersecurity to #cyberresilience? Reply to start a conversation on trends and ideas.
Why the shift from #cybersecurity to #cyberresilience? Reply to start a conversation on trends and ideas.
How is #hybridwork and #remotework, working for your organization? How do you plan to adapt to changing employee work demands going forward? Reply to share your thoughts.
How is #hybridwork and #remotework, working for your organization? How do you plan to adapt to changing employee work demands going forward? Reply to share your thoughts.
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