Monday, July 31, 2023

Scale virtual desktops faster and provision virtual apps more easily with VMware Horizon and VMware App Volumes

As hybrid work steadily increases, organizations are relying on desktop and app virtualization more than ever to keep business moving forward. However, unprecedented demands are putting pressure on IT admins, budgets, and infrastructure. So how can you be sure that your VDI solution is working for you—reducing business costs, saving IT time, and delivering a positive user experience? Download this report by Principled Technologies to learn how VMware Horizon offers many advantages over Citrix, outperforming Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops in all three phases of testing.

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Cloud computing's real-world environmental impact

Learn why business and IT leaders should care about the massive environmental impact of cloud computing.

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Retail Day in the Life with Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Teams empowers retail workers to be connected, productive, and focused on customers and tasks at hand. Watch the video for a quick look at the capabilities that make it all possible including shift management, task management and push-to-talk communications.

Out-of-date apps block enterprise plans for AI adoption

Getting the most out of generative AI and other rising technology applications will require addressing pending upgrades.

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The most important features of VMware App Volumes: Apps on Demand

This blog article explains the key features in VMware's App Volumes, an app packaging solution with Apps on Demand real-time delivery and management. Find out how to streamline your application delivery with App Volumes and Apps on Demand in this VMware article.

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Navigating The Pros And Cons Of Hybrid And Remote Work

Hybrid and remote work offer benefits like DEIA advancement and flexibility, but challenges like bias and communication gaps need attention for success

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Enable secure and productive remote work on any device

The rise of remote work and hybrid work has increased the demand for systems that employees can access from anywhere. Check out the infographic to gain insight on how Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop enables secure and productive remote work on any device.

Is Patching the Holy Grail of Cybersecurity?

Patching is an essential component of your cybersecurity strategy. However, patching alone isn't enough to keep your organization safe.

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Happy Holidays!

With the holiday season here, we find ourselves reflecting on the past year and the customers who've helped shape our business. In this spirit, we say thank you and send best wishes to you and yours for the holidays.

Saturday, July 29, 2023

The Challenges of Powering Big AI Chips

Improved #powerefficiency is integral to a robust AI ecosystem. But there's a problem...

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Frontend cloud provider challenges Amazon S3, Google Cloud with serverless database solutions for the edge

New serverless database solutions from Vercel address growing demand for applications that can handle data storage and access at the edge.

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Getting started with kiosk mode for the enterprise

Kiosks are valuable tools organizations can use for a specialized function like customer self-service. Learn more about using kiosk mode for the enterprise.

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Technology Is The Backbone Of A Successful Hybrid Workforce

Facility managers must choose technology that meets current and future needs and will create a successful hybrid workspace.

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Friday, July 28, 2023

The Hyper-Concentration Of Risk In Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity experts argue the open letter calling for a pause on GPT-4 and LLM development will do little to address cyberthreats.

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Discover which AI solution you need—free assessment

With countless AI solutions flooding the market and promising spectacular ROI, discerning between the tools you actually need and ones that will generate minimum value can be a real challenge. Schedule a consultation with one of our experts to help you understand which solutions will work for your business—and which are a waste of money.

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Get a free demo the latest innovative cloud solution

In today's rapidly evolving cloud environment, if you're not thinking about updating legacy cloud platforms, you risk losing significant ground to your bolder competitors. Schedule a free demo of one of the most innovative cloud platforms from a world-class vendor today.

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Assess your tech strategy—free consultation

As the tech landscape continues its rapid evolution, companies that fail to adapt risk falling behind the competition. Schedule a free consultation with one of our experts to assess how well positioned your business is to thrive in today's dynamic tech environment.

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A free assessment of your hybrid work model

Building a thriving hybrid work culture that works for managers and employees is a challenge most companies continue to grapple with. Because we work with leading vendors of hybrid work enablement solutions, we have in-depth knowledge of the tools and strategies that underpin successful hybrid work arrangements. Schedule a free assessment to discover how to optimize hybrid work.

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

A free demo of an AI powered cybersecurity solution

AI's potential to bolster cyber resilience is welcome news as a dangerous security environment coupled with the ongoing cybersecurity talent shortage increases the risk of a breach. Book a free demo of a leading AI powered security solution that can help improve your security posture.

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Understanding the Role of Modernized PCs in Hybrid Work Environment Optimization

This report from Forrester explores the role of modernized PCs and laptops in hybrid work optimization. Give it a read to learn how you can optimize for remote work.

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The bigger-is-better approach to AI is running out of road

If AI is to keep getting better, it will have to do more with less.

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Why 5G eSIM cloud platforms are the next great disruptors

In the 5G era, telecoms should no longer be the default connectivity providers for forward thinkers. The emergence of innovations such as the Internet of Things (IoT), cellular vehicle-to-everything, and smart factories are driving a major shift towards flexible and cost-effective connectivity solutions that are better suited to the needs of businesses and consumers globally. [...]

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Have enterprise buyers finally soured on 'bottoms-up' tech sales? | TechCrunch

Today's PLG needs to inform both the product and sales teams so they can work smoothly together and clinch the next deal.

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

17 Ways Your Company Can Transition Smoothly To Remote Or Hybrid Work

Amid the excitement of this transition, many companies often overlook crucial tech-related factors that can hinder the success of their remote or hybrid work models.

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Three cybersecurity actions that make a difference

While organizations take steps to better align cybersecurity programs with business goals, there is still plenty of room for improvement.

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Red Hat Cloud Services Introduction

See how Red Hat powers innovation, drives efficiency and delivers a competitive advantage, even for organizations without a robust IT infrastructure. Tour the portfolio and possibilities in this short overview video. Contact us for a quote and implementation details.

Remote and Hybrid work made easier with Surface for Business

With Surface for Business, you can make remote and hybrid work easier. Check out this video for customer stories from organizations around the world so that you can learn how organizations like yours are leveraging Surface devices.

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Free Cloud Transformation Consultation

If you're moving to the cloud, you need an experienced consultant to help. Contoso Technical Solutions stakes its reputation on guiding successful cloud migration journeys with the strategies and tools that are right for each and every customer. From addressing your organization's unique challenges to securing data to defining and implementing the best hybrid cloud infrastructure, our transition consultants are ready to support your migration. Book your Free Cloud Transformation Consultation today.

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Managed Kubernetes Platforms Can Accelerate Digital Transformation

451 Research considers the impact of a Kubernetes platform on digital transformation. With its ability to secure, scale and optimize workloads, this container technology can be leveraged to meet the data demands of users while reducing costs.

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Monday, July 24, 2023

Microsoft 365: An Essential Resource for SMBs' Transformation

Rethink your approach to SMB productivity with Microsoft 365 Business Standard. The suite offers both web-based and desktop versions of applications like Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Also benefit from business-grade communications tools, robust cloud storage and superior security. Watch our featured video to understand how this solution can streamline operations and safeguard business.

Why Chief Data and AI Officers Are Set Up to Fail

With the explosion of generative AI and other powerful new data tools, chief data and artificial intelligence officers (CDAIOs) are more important than ever as companies navigate this new landscape. Too many, however, are set up to fail by poor alignment, lack of trust, not enough focus on business opportunities, and how their job is understood internally. There are five steps companies can take to better set their CDAIOs up for success: 1) make data everyone's business, 2) make business leaders data champions, 3) review all data and AI investments to make sure the money is well spent, 4) shift to an ecosystem mindset, and 5) proceed with caution.

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Reduce Management Overhead by Transforming VDI, DaaS and App Management with the VMware Horizon Control Plane

Organizations are leveraging the cloud for its flexibility and rapid deployment capabilities. Having a scalable on-demand cloud infrastructure enables IT organizations to quickly and easily respond to the changing needs of the business. Download this whitepaper to learn how VMware Horizon can help your organization unlock various use cases and optimize desktop and app workloads no matter where they are hosted. The path toward simplified VDI, DaaS and app management begins with Horizon — a trusted solution that thousands of global organizations count on to deliver innovative VDI and DaaS capabilities across on-premises, hybrid, and public cloud environments. Contact us to learn how Contoso Technical Solutions can get you on the right path and support your journey every step of the way.

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Today's Fast-Growing, Cloud-Computing Giants Are Defying Gravity

Cloud companies are poised to create billions, perhaps trillions, in global economic value and represent a bright spot in an otherwise dismal economic landscape marked by geopolitical turmoil, rising inflation and continuing supply-chain woes.

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Unit4 Reduces Go to Market by 50 Percent and Future-Proofs Business by Transitioning to Azure

Microsoft's Azure cloud platform offers a toolbox full of services for creating new applications. In this customer story, learn how Unit4 — a provider of ERP solutions to non-profits, universities and other services organizations — leverages multiple Azure services to develop cloud-based ERP solutions. Resources such as Azure SQL Database, Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure App Service and Azure Migrate are four of the many Azure resources used in Unit4's project. Read the story and learn the many cloud services you can create with the Azure platform.

Innovate, adapt, succeed

Charles Darwin's "Adapt or Die" aphorism is an apt metaphor for the current state of enterprise transformation. This is a must read for every strategically minded decision maker.

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For companies sticking with remote work, the rules for success are becoming clear

To succeed with a distributed and flexible work model over the long term, experts note the importance of best practices and collaborative technology.

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Thriving in the Face of Adversity - How SMBs Emerged Stronger Post-Pandemic

Explore how small and medium businesses transformed amidst pandemic pressures. From streamlining operations to enhancing customer experiences and adopting new technologies, SMBs have shown resilience and innovation. Read the blog to get valuable insights and learn how technology can reshape your business journey.

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Council Post: Four Ways To Improve Cybersecurity For Your Business

Cybercrime can take various forms, each with its own risks.

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Saturday, July 22, 2023

Red Hat Cloud Native Applications

Ready to move towards cloud native applications? This video shows the way and includes a list of 8 best practices for beginning the journey.

Close your tech talent gap with AI powered automation—free demo

If you're struggling to find the necessary tech talent to take your business to the next level, we have an AI-powered automation solution that can close your tech talent gap. Book a free demo today to see how.

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The cloud solution tailored to your needs and budget—free consultation

Tired of nonstop offers from cloud providers who could care less about your business needs or budget? We specialize in customized cloud solutions tailored to your unique IT environment and spending priorities. Book a free consultation to learn more.

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Improve remote collaboration—a free demo

Unsure if you're empowering your on-the-go and remote employees with the tools required to seamlessly collaborate with their in-person counterparts? We have just what you need. Book a free demo today.

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A cloud solution that can solve your data management woes—free demo

If you're overwhelmed by the volumes of data your organization is generating, preventing you from harnessing the power of that data, we invite you to schedule a free demo of a cloud solution that can transform data management.

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Friday, July 21, 2023

Ignoring Cybersecurity Is Intellectually Dishonest

The latest report by cybersecurity firm Sophos showed how 97% of organizations suffered a breach in the last year.

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AI is an increasingly hot topic. Here's how Amazon is filling the tech skills gap

"The good news is you don't have to have a Ph.D. to become a data scientist," an Amazon Web Services exec said.

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Cognitive Cloud Computing: A New Frontier in Personalized Medicine

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Enterprise Guide to Hybrid Cloud Adoption and Management

This free report outlines the process of selecting the best cloud provider to meet your unique needs. Learn how to get started, avoid common mistakes, and minimize your hybrid costs.

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Yelp is down to one office in the U.S., as it leans into remote work

With fewer than 6% of desks in their offices being used, Yelp's transformation into a primarily remote workplace shouldn't come as a surprise. Is this a trend that's likely to accelerate?

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Thursday, July 20, 2023

Build a cybersecurity strategy—free consultation

The absence of a clear cybersecurity strategy significantly raises the risk of attack and makes it more likely that you overspend on too many solutions in an uncoordinated rush to close every gap. We can help you develop a comprehensive security strategy that will improve your security posture and help guide prudent purchasing decisions tailored to your needs and budget. Book a complimentary consultation today.

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Microsoft Surface - Industry-Leading Security

Microsoft Surface for government delivers industry leading security—from chip to cloud and end to end. To learn more about Surface security, review this solution brief.

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Security Benefits with Surface

Microsoft Surface devices for government deliver ultimate control, proactive protection, and peace of mind. Review this solution brief to discover the layers of security that make these devices ideal for government agencies.

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CFA Institute Wants to Fill the AI Skills Gap

With just 3% of investment professionals proficient in AI and ML, there's an urgent need to fill this skills gap in an industry whose business model requires being on the cutting edge of innovation.

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AccessHope Revolutionizes Healthcare IT Infrastructure By Leveraging Cloud Computing

News, voices and jobs for CIOs. Optimized for your mobile phone.

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Multi-cloud is the future of enterprise

By Andy Nallappan, Chief Technology Officer & Head of Software Business Operations, Broadcom - A recent report reveals that more than 80% of enterprises surveyed have a multi-cloud strategy and nearly that number (78%) already have workloads deployed in more than three public clouds. Enterprises are realizing the need to customize their cloud infrastructures to better fit their business needs. The continuing acceleration of that customization in the year ahead is why multi-cloud is one of the top technology trends transforming technology in 2023.

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Offices Are Adapting to Three Day Hybrid Work Schedules

For a lot of companies, 2023 has been looked at as the year of the office return. Across the spectrum, occupiers large and small began issuing new

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Cybersecurity: A moving target

Cybersecurity threats are varied, both in their forms and their sources. Read Laurent Vromman & François Lavaste interview.

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How We Keep the Microsoft Cloud Up and Running

Curious to see where, and how, the Microsoft Cloud operates? The video we've included here takes you behind the scenes to Microsoft's operations rooms where highly trained technicians and AI monitor the data center's critical infrastructure. Customers like you expect a resilient and secure computing environment. Microsoft helps us meet your expectations with teams of cyber security experts monitoring trillions of threat signals daily, as well as software engineers worldwide who track response times and performance as well as power, cooling and other data center systems. Watch the video. Reply to this email to discuss how our team of Microsoft experts can help you benefit from a secure, resilient computing environment in the Microsoft Cloud.

Add Speed and Agility to Application Development

Explore the impact of Red Hat OpenShift and discover how cloud-native applications can streamline processes and reduce time to market. Contact us when you're ready to discuss implementation.

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Choose a Microsoft 365 subscription

Choose the right Microsoft 365 subscription for your business to get the most out of your Microsoft cloud service. Watch this short video for a 53-second demo of how the Microsoft 365 plan chooser guides you to a decision that's right for your small or medium business.

AI 'could replace two thirds of civil service jobs' in next 15 years

A former government HR chief has advised trade unions and ministers to start discussions now on the impact of AI replacing frontline workers.

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Monday, July 17, 2023

Get Hybrid Cloud Agility and Scalability to Empower Your Distributed Workforce

Organizations leverage the cloud for its flexibility and effectiveness in accelerating the delivery of services. Having the right cloud-based solutions in place is crucial to ensuring your IT team can quickly and easily respond to market disruptions and business change. VMware Horizon is one such solution. It helps you support your distributed workforce with the efficient delivery of virtual desktops and applications. This eBook shows how VMware Horizon, with its cloud-ready infrastructure, can be deployed on-premises and easily extended to hybrid or multi-cloud environments. Download the eBook to discover how you can unlock key use cases and build a more resilient business with VMware Horizon.

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Cloud Computing The Prescription for Modern Healthcare Challenges

Cloud computing has become a game-changer for many industries, and healthcare is no exception. Healthcare providers are starting to recognize the potential of cloud technology to improve patient outcomes, streamline operations, and reduce costs. In this blog post, we'll explore in detail how cloud computing is transforming healthcare, its benefits and challenges, and how healthcare The post Cloud Computing The Prescription for Modern Healthcare Challenges appeared first on PeoplActive.

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Sanofi Gains Speed And Agility with an Azure Hybrid Cloud Strategy

When pharmaceutical firm Sanofi decided to move off its on-premises infrastructure, because it was limiting Sanofi's ability to innovate and respond quickly to business needs, the company opted for a hybrid cloud strategy. With help from its partner Mobiz, Sanofi settled on a digital transformation plan that included migrating more than 15,000 servers and 1,800 apps over the next few years to Microsoft's Azure cloud platform. The results? For one, Sanofi has experienced fewer outages and faster recovery times, reducing their mean time to recovery (MTTR) by 300-500 percent. Overall, these improvements allow Sanofi to manufacture and deliver high-quality medicine without interruption. Read how they did it here.

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15 Tech Industry 'Hot Takes' That Might Actually Be Bad Advice

Not all advice is created equal, and sometimes "hot" or trendy tips can actually lead to unforeseen or even disastrous outcomes.

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Why New Ways of Working Require a New Type of Workspace

Today's employees want the flexibility to work from anywhere. Providing them with a best-in-class digital workspace experience wherever they go can easily overwhelm your IT team. The key is choosing an integrated anywhere workspace solution that can deliver secure, seamless experiences while reducing costs and simplifying operations. This infographic provides an overview of how to get there. It includes a breakdown of the six main IT challenges to supporting a hybrid workforce, and outlines the benefits of VMware Horizon, the modern VDI solution for the anywhere workspace.

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Companies Are Finally Designing Offices for the New Work Reality

The pandemic is over, but return to office mandates have largely failed. Companies are planning for the new future.

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Introducing Microsoft HoloLens 2

Discover a new way to innovate with the immersive experience that the Microsoft HoloLens 2 delivers. To learn more about this mixed reality solution, watch this video.

Specialty window manufacturer Zöllner runs business more effectively with Microsoft 365 Business Premium

Learn from the inspiring success story of Zoellner Fensterbau, a manufacturing company that transformed operations with Microsoft 365 Business Premium. Discover how the company streamlined production, enhanced collaboration and boosted productivity with the power of Microsoft's comprehensive suite of tools.

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Cybersecurity: 'Be prepared'

Focus on people, rules, and tools to thwart cybercriminals.

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HoloLens 2 Industrial Edition: A New Reality for Work

The Microsoft HoloLens 2 brings a new, transformative reality to work. Review this solution brief to discover how it can help you unlock innovation in manufacturing.

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Friday, July 14, 2023

6 Considerations for Choosing the Right Kubernetes Platform

Get a glimpse of some top reasons for choosing a Kubernetes platform to gain efficiencies in this 2-page overview. Want more information, including pricing details? Our Red Hat experts are happy to answer all your questions. Get in touch today for a free consultation.

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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.

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Discover how AI drives profitability

The daily articles about the wonders of AI-powered tech might actually obscure the tangible benefits of AI for SMBs. Because we partner with some of the leading vendors of AI tech, we can show you the concrete ways in which AI can help you become a more efficient, profitable organization. Book your free consultation today to learn more.

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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."

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A free demo of an AI powered cybersecurity solution

AI's potential to bolster cyber resilience is welcome news as a dangerous security environment coupled with the ongoing cybersecurity talent shortage increases the risk of a breach. Book a free demo of a leading AI powered security solution that can help improve your security posture.

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Thursday, July 13, 2023

MIT scientists design AI that could predict rare disasters, like bridge collapses and rogue waves

Catastrophes are difficult to predict because they are so rare. But AI using active learning can make predictions from very small data sets.

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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.

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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.

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The Hyper-Concentration Of Risk In Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity experts argue the open letter calling for a pause on GPT-4 and LLM development will do little to address cyberthreats.

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Re-imagine Hybrid Work with the Latest Innovations from Surface

These innovations from Surface will help you re-imagine the hybrid workplace. Give this video a watch to discover advancements in AI and advanced processing—plus you can get a demo of the Surface Studio!

Wednesday, July 12, 2023

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.

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Kubernetes Native Security

Explore the benefits of Kubernetes-native security in this in-depth whitepaper. Contact a Red Hat expert at Contoso Technical Solutions for details on how the Kubernetes container orchestration system provides deeper insight, faster analysis, and simpler operations.

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Hybrid Work: A Guide for Business Leaders

This eBook from Microsoft describes the lessons Microsoft has learned while making the shift to hybrid work—plus steps you can take to make your own shift to hybrid happen. Give it a read to learn more.

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How will AI change mathematics? Rise of chatbots highlights discussion

Machine-learning tools already help mathematicians to formulate new theories and solve tough problems. But they're set to shake up the field even more.

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Free Migration Readiness Assessment

If you're planning a cloud migration, you should first evaluate the readiness of your IT systems. Not everything should be moved to the cloud, nor all at the same time. We'd love to help. Get a free assessment of your organization's readiness to migrate when you book your appointment here.

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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.

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VMware Upgraded The Aging IT Infrastructure at JM Financial Asset Management

JM Financial Asset Management needed help updating its aging IT infrastructure, with a traditional storage area network and server farm architecture. IT management had become difficult and future scalability seemed impossible. Fortunately, VMware helped with JM Financial's transformation. Read the article to learn how VMware helped the organization deploy a versatile platform that ensures cost-effective scalability, remote user access and reliable disaster recovery.

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VMware vSphere+: Introducing The Enterprise Workload Platform

In the multi-cloud era, organizations often have workloads running in different cloud environments as well as on-prem and hosted by a third party. Now VMware is making it possible for on-prem workloads to access cloud-based services. VMware's new edition of VSphere+ provides access to a wide selection of cloud services and centralizes management through the VMware Cloud Console. Read the article on vSphere+ to learn how it provides access to cloud benefits such as rapid scalability, admin services, developer services and other advantages of a public cloud.

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How Generative AI and Behavioral Analytics Bolster Cybersecurity

The report from Immersive Labs raises questions about whether corporate employees would know how to respond after a major cyberattack.

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Monday, July 10, 2023

Work smarter: 3 practical ways to increase productivity for your small business

According to a Microsoft Work Trend Index Special Report, 85% of business leaders say hybrid work makes them feel less confident about employees' productivity. This makes it critical that you help employees work smarter by staying focused on the work that's most important. The Microsoft eBook, "Work smarter: 3 practical ways to increase productivity for your small business," provides guidance. Download the eBook for tips and how to put them to work.

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Carnegie Mellon Researchers Develop AI Model for Human Detection via WiFi

Researchers from the Human Sensing Laboratory at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) have published a paper on DensePose From WiFi, an AI model which can detect the pose of multiple humans in a room using only the signals from WiFi transmitters. In experiments on real-world data, the algorithm achieves an average precision of 87.2 at the 50% IOU threshold.

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Scale Your Cloud-Native Apps and Accelerate App Modernization with Azure, The Best Cloud for Your Apps

Over 95 percent of the world's largest companies today are on Microsoft's Azure cloud platform, in addition to thousands of small and mid-size companies. There are lots of reasons to deploy on Azure, but one major attraction is its rich assortment of developer resources. Read this article to learn more about the advantages and features of the Microsoft Cloud services.

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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.

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Drive your on-premises workloads to the checkered flag, fueled by vSphere+

Does your enterprise prefer to run some or all its workloads in a traditional, on-premises data center? If so, then you need to know how VMware vSphere+ can help you bring the benefits of cloud infrastructure services to your on-prem workloads. Download the infographic to learn more.

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POV: Hybrid may not be the golden solution we thought. Here's why

How can you unleash the full potential of your distributed workforce? Go 'remote-first,' advises entrepreneur Job van der Voort in this Fast Company article.

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Grow your small business with Microsoft 365

Unveil the secrets to SMB success in this blog post, "Grow Your Small Business with Microsoft 365." Discover how Microsoft's powerful suite of tools and solutions can transform your business operations, enhance productivity and foster collaboration. Read the blog post to gain valuable insights and practical strategies on leveraging Microsoft 365 to its fullest potential.

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Artificial Intelligence And Cybersecurity: For Good Or Evil?

AI has been used by cybercriminals for years to hone and improve their malicious efforts, and it's highly unlikely they'll retreat to previous methods. As such, it's critical to maintain and develop AI in cybersecurity to counter existing and emergent threats.

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Sunday, July 9, 2023

Embracing Containers

A primer on containers, this overview goes beyond explanations, describing the bottom-line value proposition. Learn how Red Hat can decrease your time to market, help you react to business opportunities more quickly, and reduce both man hours and capital costs. Contact a Red Hat expert at Contoso Technical Solutions for details on getting started.

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Acer pedals into e-cycle market with AI and big data in its basket

Still tumbleweed for PC industry right now, but maybe folks will buy computers-on-bikes?

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Saturday, July 8, 2023

The good and bad of 'zero-touch' cloud operations

We're getting closer to true zero-touch cloud operations, or so we keep hearing. Take a clear-eyed look at the advantages and disadvantages before jumping in.

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Tech's Newest Side Hustle: Prompt Engineers Surf the AI Wave

Bohdan Skitenko has been working in the design industry, producing 3D art and animation, for around five years. But it was when version four of generative AI image creator Midjourney was released in November 2022 that he began thinking about pivoting his career toward a more artificial ...

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Flexible Work Options Drive Engagement and Improve Talent Attraction and Retention

Flexible Work Options Drive Engagement and Improve Talent Attraction and Retention, According to New Research From Info-Tech Research Group

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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.

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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.

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Friday, July 7, 2023

Accelerate innovation with a new AI-powered solution—free demo

Your business's long-term growth depends in large part on the ability to innovate quickly and at scale. Book a free demo of an AI-powered solution designed to accelerate your product development.

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A free demo of a new cloud solution

Interested in seeing how a new cloud solution from a world-class vendor can help you accelerate innovation? Book a free demo today.

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A free demo of an AI powered automation solution

One of the most compelling benefits of emerging AI tech is its ability to accelerate automation capabilities. Book a free demo of a world-class AI-powered automation solution to discover how you can significantly boost productivity and efficiency.

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Optimize your hybrid work environment—free consultation

There's significant evidence that employers who offer flexible, hybrid work schedules are more likely to retain talent than their counterparts who stick to a more traditional model. But striking the right balance can be tricky. To help you optimize your hybrid work environment, we're offering a free consultation on cutting edge hybrid work enablement solutions. Book today.

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Surface for Business | Gaumard Scientific simulators improve healthcare learning outcomes w/Surface

Discover how Surface devices improved healthcare learning outcomes at Gaumard Scientific. This video shows how this medical training company leveraged Surface devices for better healthcare learning outcomes.

Thursday, July 6, 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.

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AI At War

Paul Scharre, Four Battlegrounds: Power in the Age of Artificial Intelligence (New York: W. W. Norton & Company, 2023). It is widely believed that the

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AWS CEO: The cloud isn't just about technology

As AWS preps for its annual re:Invent conference, Adam Selipsky talks product strategy, support for hybrid environments, and the value of the cloud in uncertain economic times.

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Searching for gold in enterprise AI

Searching for gold in enterprise AI - SiliconANGLE

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Solving Quick Quitting With Remote and Hybrid Work

New evidence supports the claim that flexible, hybrid work models can extend the average employee tenure.

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023

Transform your Organization with Containers

Find out why Gartner predicts that by 2022, more than 75% of global organizations will be running containerized applications in production. Hint: modernizing your approach is key. Want more details? Contact an expert at Contoso Technical Solutions.

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Upgrade Your Customer Service with Aigo - The Only Chatbot with a Brain

Meet Aigo, the first and only chatbot with a brain. This pioneering technology transforms customer service, delivers personalized interactions, and significantly reduces call center costs. Explore how you can enhance loyalty and offer superior service with Aigo by watching this explainer video.

Transforming to Virtual Healthcare

Discover how Microsoft Surface devices can help you transform the virtual healthcare experience. Review this flyer to learn about key features, use cases for healthcare providers, and more.

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Tuesday, July 4, 2023

Gain a Competitive Edge with Your Container Strategy

This eBook explores the value of a Kubernetes powered container system and offers an in-depth discussion of Red Hat's solution. Check it out and then contact an expert at Contoso Technical Solutions for information on getting started.

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Strengthening Cyber Resilience in the Oil and Gas Industry

The oil and gas industry uses a variety of complex systems and technologies that are becoming increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks. Now, through the Cyber Resilience Pledge, more than 20 global CEOs have committed to work together to improve cyber resilience across the ecosystem. Read about their collective efforts in this Journal of Petroleum Technology blog post.

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Monday, July 3, 2023

One Step Closer to Modernization: The MFA Server Migration Utility

Christmas comes now for companies using Microsoft's MFA Server who want to upgrade to the next generation Azure MFA. Microsoft has unveiled its new Azure MFA Server Migration Utility to make migrating to the next generation Azure MFA smoother and easier. The Azure MFA, Microsoft's new flagship MFA server, is designed to provide lower TCO, simpler deployment and better security than the MFA Server. Read this Microsoft article to get more details on the Server and Migration Utility.

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How AI is helping historians better understand our past

The historians of tomorrow are using computer science to analyze how people lived centuries ago.

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What is Microsoft 365 for Business?

With a subscription to Microsoft 365 for Business, you can run your business in the cloud and get your work done with more efficiency. Watch this short video for an overview of productivity apps, business-class communication tools and cloud storage capabilities. Contact us to speak with a Contoso Technical Solutions Microsoft expert about your subscription options.

NFT Technology and Decentralized Storage Empower Digital Photography

This article focuses on exploring the current situation and challenges faced by digital photography, as well as how NFT technology and the decentralized storage technology can empower digital photography and commerce.

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Cloud Migration and Modernization with Azure Tools and Resources

The best way to future proof your business is to move more of your applications and workloads to a cloud infrastructure that can satisfy varying requirements. With Microsoft's Azure Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), you can create different environments for different needs. Discover how organizations accelerate their digital transformation and how Azure tools and resources can help your business migrate and modernize in the cloud. Watch this video.

Exclusive: Top enterprise startups are all in on AI

The annual survey finds that investors are betting the ChatGPT wave will excite B2B firms as much as consumers.

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How small and medium businesses emerged stronger than ever after the pandemic

Discover how small and medium businesses transformed challenges into triumphs after the pandemic. This insightful article from Microsoft uncovers their secrets to emerging stronger than ever. Read the article to gain valuable knowledge on strategies, tools and ideas for thriving in the face of adversity. Unlock the key takeaways and be inspired to apply them to your own business.

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VMware Success 360 Success Pathways Series: Enable Remote Work with VMware Horizon

In the VMware blog post, "VMware Success 360: Success Pathways Series," we delve into the transformative power of VMware Horizon in enabling remote work. Learn how this cutting-edge technology empowers organizations to overcome geographical barriers and unlock the full potential of their workforce. Gain insights on optimizing productivity, enhancing security and simplifying IT management. Take full advantage of this valuable resource - read the blog and get ready to transform your remote work strategy!

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Unveiling the Power of Hybrid Work for Employee Retention

26% of US workers would pick a root canal over in-person work 5 days a week. Funny stat, but the need for hiring managers to appreciate how much employees value flexibility is serious business when it comes to retaining talent.

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