Thursday, February 29, 2024
Generative AI Spurs Cloud Demand—and Competition
Welcome back!To help readers track the frenzy around generative artificial intelligence, we launched The Information's Generative AI Database, listing 39 startups that make AI models or build services on top of them. Together, those companies have raised more than $15 billion from more than 50 ...
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
Solving Quick Quitting With Remote and Hybrid Work
New evidence supports the claim that flexible, hybrid work models can extend the average employee tenure.
Microsoft Surface Warranty and Protection Plans
Discover how Surface warranty and protection plans help you get more from your device fleet. Visit this web page to learn more.
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Free Technology Readiness Assessment
Planning to automate your business? Let our experts help you assess your readiness and plan the right approach. Schedule a complimentary readiness assessment today.
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.
🤔 Have you already experimented with AI tools tailored for #cloudops? What's your initial impression and what long-term impact do you think AI tech will have on the cloud?
🤔 Have you already experimented with AI tools tailored for #cloudops? What's your initial impression and what long-term impact do you think AI tech will have on the cloud?
Sorting through all the AL hype dominating tech news, is there one particular #AIusecase that you find most intriguing?
Sorting through all the AL hype dominating tech news, is there one particular #AIusecase that you find most intriguing?
🤔Is your organization planning to restructure #ITprocurement plans to make room for increased investment in #AIPowered tech?
🤔Is your organization planning to restructure #ITprocurement plans to make room for increased investment in #AIPowered tech?
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Do you think companies that require employees to be in the office five days a week are putting themselves at a disadvantage in terms of #talentretention? How much value do you personally put in a flexible #hybridwork model?
Do you think companies that require employees to be in the office five days a week are putting themselves at a disadvantage in terms of #talentretention? How much value do you personally put in a flexible #hybridwork model?
Surface Repairability
With Surface device repair solutions, you get more control, more options, and a better value. Check out this flyer to learn more.
The Business Value of Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform
Success for IT now depends on great customer experiences, often delivered via complex digital services that require process complexity well beyond the ability for humans to manually scale and manage.
Read this analyst report to see what IDC research revealed about the Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform and discover the benefits the platform delivers to providers of these complex digital services.
View: The Business Value of Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform
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.
AI's Impact on Cloud Computing: 5 Ways AI Will Reshape the Cloud Industry
The AI boom in 2023 will have significant implications for cloud computing.
Monday, February 26, 2024
Introducing Microsoft Security Copilot
Uncover, investigate and respond to threats, then summarize your work in minutes. See how it's done. Watch this demo video to see Microsoft Security Copilot in action.
How AI is helping historians better understand our past
The historians of tomorrow are using computer science to analyze how people lived centuries ago.
How AI Will Transform Project Management
Organizations that want to reap the benefits of AI-infused project management technologies can begin now by preparing the right data, people and resources. Read this Harvard Business Review article for insight and strategies. In this Harvard Business Review article, the authors show how to approach these steps and scenarios of how AI and machine learning are transforming project management by improving tasks such as project selection and prioritization, progress monitoring, reporting and testing. Read the article for ideas on how you can ready your data, people and resources to reap the benefits of AI in your project management initiatives, starting now.
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.
Introducing Microsoft Security Copilot: Empowering defenders at the speed of AI
Discover the future of cybersecurity with Microsoft Security Copilot, a groundbreaking security solution that empowers defenders to combat advanced threats at the speed and scale of AI. In Microsoft blog post, learn how Security Copilot empowers defenders with real-time threat intelligence, proactive response capabilities and seamless integration into security infrastructure. Gain valuable insights into the next cybersecurity frontier. Read "Introducing Microsoft Security Copilot: Empowering defenders at the speed of AI," right here.
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.
Friday, February 23, 2024
Free network assessment
How can automation help you get more from your IT? Learn how Red Hat provides a transformative, long-term solution that will give you a competitive edge. Schedule a meeting with a consultant from Contoso Technical Solutions for a free infrastructure assessment.
Enterprise spending on cybersecurity has changed, and vendors must adapt
Even in the usually exciting world of cybersecurity, discussions on enterprise security budgets tend to veer toward the mundane. However, today's
Thursday, February 22, 2024
Planning a cybersecurity budget—free consultation
Despite escalating cyberattacks, many businesses are reducing security spending as part of overall cost cutting initiatives in a time of economic uncertainty. But the wrong cuts could leave you vulnerable to attacks with devastating financial implications. We can help you put together a cost-effective cybersecurity plan that will keep your business safe. Book your free consultation today.
5 Steps to Building Cloud Computing Architecture
From separating application services to a security strategy, building the right cloud computing architecture will have a long-term impact on your business.
ChatGPT Tempts Big Law Despite AI Accuracy, Privacy Worries
Some large US firms are beginning to embrace ChatGPT and other AI technology. Still, questions about accuracy and data privacy have led some to bar its use.
Will startups have a shot in the enterprise AI race?
Recent news from Appian and Neeva make plain that the number of participants racing to build AI tooling for large companies is expected to be healthy.
How companies can strengthen their workforces in an uncertain labor market
While tech layoffs make splashy headlines, other industries like health care, financial services, and education are eager to scoop up tech workers.
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
A shift to hybrid work in nonprofits
With Microsoft Surface devices, your nonprofit organization can make the shift to hybrid work. Read through this flyer to see how these devices empower hybrid workers.
Cybersecurity Budgets Aren't Untouchable
The uncertain economy has hit cruise company Carnival and logistics giant FedEx in very different ways. Their respective cybersecurity chiefs discuss what that means for their budgets.
Surface for Nonprofit
Discover the Surface devices that can help your nonprofit organization succeed in a hybrid world. This solution brief has the details.
🤔What are your biggest challenges when it comes to putting together a cybersecurity budget?
🤔What are your biggest challenges when it comes to putting together a cybersecurity budget?
How to Address the Unique Endpoint Security Requirements of Cloud Computing
There are unique endpoint security challenges associated with cloud-based systems. Here are some strategies to address them.
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
How Generative AI Helps Bring Big Design Ideas to Life
Commentary: Generative AI can help democratize 3D design, but it won't replace skilled artistry anytime soon.
IBM Think 2023: AI and Quantum Computing
At its recent Think 2023 conference, IBM focused on AI and quantum computing.
Redefining "Amenity" In The Workplace
Be a better neighbor: design for both employee personalization and integration within the broader community.
An IT executive's guide to automation
Organizations across industries face unprecedented pressure to deliver services more quickly and securely than ever before. IT plays a crucial role in meeting these demands, but it can serve as a blocker if it can't keep up with demand or is not scalable.
Read this eBook to see how automation software helps unblock workflow jams, letting you extend your workforce to help you do more with what you have.
Where to Focus Your Company's Limited Cybersecurity Budget
With the threat of recession looming, chief information security officers (CISOs) will increasingly see cybersecurity budgets constrained. So how can companies focus their limited cybersecurity investments on the controls that matter most? This article breaks cybersecurity investments into three categories: 1) controls that defend against threats in a particularly impactful way, 2) measures that validate that these controls are operating as intended and 3) capabilities that automate (1) and (2). All three of these categories will be important to consider moving forward, as business profile, attack surface complexity, and related threats change. This article discusses the elements of a good cybersecurity program, resources you can use, and how to determine the controls that will matter most for your own company.
Monday, February 19, 2024
Cloud Computing: Quality and Cataloging are Top Challenges When Managing Cloud Data
Complaints about poor data quality are ubiquitous across every industry. Here's how to ensure your company can gain meaningful data insights, leverage data at scale, gain agility, and make better-informed decisions.
Security is only as good as your threat intelligence
In today's digital landscape, protecting your business from cyber threats is paramount. Our latest blog post delves into the crucial role of threat intelligence in safeguarding your organization. Gain valuable insights into the importance of proactive threat protection, how advanced tools enhance security and why you need a robust threat intelligence strategy. Reading this blog post is one step towards staying ahead of cyberthreats. Read the blog and take the lead.
From Big Data To Smart Data: How Manufacturers Can Drive Greater Value From Industrial Data
Manufacturers that amass more and more data without a clear plan or functional use cases risk losing out to competitors and falling behind the curve. A smarter approach to data empowers your organization to unlock the full potential and power of its industrial data.
How Cloud Computing Has Intensified Cybersecurity Challenges
Discover the evolving landscape of cybersecurity in this eye-opening article on how rapid cloud adoption creates intensified challenges for businesses. Uncover the hidden risks, understand the impact on data protection and learn strategies to safeguard your organization. Knowledge is power. Read the article and fortify your defenses.
Generative AI Meets The Enterprise: How Businesses Can Capitalize On Generative AI Beyond The Novelty Of Rapid-Fire Chatbots"
From streamlining more complex processes to solving the pressing data management problem, AI's applications extend beyond the ubiquitous chatbot. Good read:
Deploying Stronger Security for Flexible Work
Navigating the complexities of remote work security? Microsoft's insightful blog post, "Deploying Stronger Security for Flexible Work," is your essential read. It tackles the critical balance between enabling flexible work arrangements and ensuring ironclad security against rising cyber threats. Read the blog post and gain practical tips on enhancing your digital defenses without sacrificing the agility your team needs.
4 Ways To Build Multigenerational Teams In A Hybrid Work Environment
With 4 generations active in today's workforce, building an age-diverse team is a smart way to advance inclusivity efforts, foster professional development & drive growth. Here's how to advance this goal in the hybrid work age:
Monday, February 12, 2024
Network automation for everyone
Networks are traditionally built, operated and maintained manually, and despite advances in software-defined technology, network management evolves slowly.
Read this eBook to learn why network automation is essential to accelerating operations, and how to overcome the challenges to network automation with Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform.
Surface in Manufacturing
This datasheet showcases how Surface devices can address the unique challenges faced by various roles in manufacturing.
Supporting Devices Needs for Manufacturers
This eBrochure provides information on how Microsoft Surface for Business can empower manufacturers' workforce with versatile devices, boosting productivity and ensuring security.
What is Azure OpenAI Service?
Azure OpenAI Service enables developers to use large-language generative AI models in enterprise-grade application development. This Microsoft Azure infographic highlights generative AI trends, top use cases and responsible AI principles. Download the infographic for an at-a-glance.
The automated enterprise
The demands of digitally connected customers, widespread disruption among industries and new competition are all putting competitive pressures on businesses.
Read this eBook to learn how IT automation can help improve existing processes, achieve digital transformation initiatives and allow businesses to compete in a digital world.
Monday, February 5, 2024
Beiersdorf builds on decades of skin care research and accelerates innovation with Azure AI
Discover how Beiersdorf, a leading consumer goods company, tackled the challenge of efficient data management with Azure Cognitive Search. Their customer story showcases the power of AI-driven insights in transforming business operations. Learn how Beiersdorf harnessed advanced search capabilities to unlock valuable information, enhance decision-making, and boost productivity. Explore the company's remarkable journey and gain valuable insights by reading the full customer story. Get inspired by the potential to accelerate innovation and take your business to new heights.
Meet the New Surface Laptop Studio 2
This video showcases the laptop's cutting-edge features and exceptional benefits, including its sleek design, powerful performance, and versatile functionality.
How to Make In-person Time Count
Are you navigating the challenges of hybrid work? "How to Make In-person Time Count" is an eBook that provides expert strategies on balancing remote and in-person collaboration to everyone's benefit. Learn how to redefine the role of in-person time, strengthen team bonds, and reconnect with your company's mission and culture. With clear guidance and practical tips, this guide will transform the way you approach hybrid work and enable you to make the most of teams' in-person time. Download your complimentary copy of the eBook, "How to Make In-person Time Count."
Red Hat Enterprise Linux: $1.7 Trillion a Year Boost for Customers
This IDC whitepaper explores the cost savings and revenue enhancements of Red Hat Enterprise Linux. Contact us for a free consultation on implementation options and pricing.
View: Red Hat Enterprise Linux: $1.7 Trillion a Year Boost for Customers
Will AI Fix Work?
The pace of work is outpacing our ability to keep up. AI is poised to create a whole new way of working. Read this summary of the Microsoft Work Trends Index Annual Report to explore key findings based on a global survey of 31,000 people, analysis of trillions of Microsoft 365 productivity signals and LinkedIn labor trends.
Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 Flyer
This solution brief answers questions about the purpose and design, performance and features, hardware specifications, and connectivity and software.
How do you make the most of employees' in-office, face-to-face time in your #hybridwork environment? If you'd like ideas 💡for strategies and solutions to make in-person time count, reply and someone from Contoso Technical Solutions will reach out. #MicrosoftTeams
How do you make the most of employees' in-office, face-to-face time in your #hybridwork environment? If you'd like ideas 💡for strategies and solutions to make in-person time count, reply and someone from Contoso Technical Solutions will reach out. #MicrosoftTeams
Alleviate technical debt
As IT managers navigate the increasingly complex IT environment, the budget and bandwidth for growth and innovation are shrinking. This whitepaper explores in depth the ways organizations are alleviating those challenges and laying a foundation that facilitates development and agility at scale.
Saturday, February 3, 2024
AI in telecom: Past, present and future
From reducing manual operations to more strategic initiatives, AI's impact on telecom offers critical lessons for other industries.
Data Management: Cloud Technology or Data Centers?
Cloud technology and data center services help business leaders with data management. But which is right for you?
How AI Enhances Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) for Stronger Cybersecurity
Bill Doerrfeld explains how AI is improving endpoint threat detection and accelerating response times.
What Is Happening Now In Tech Services Spend?
After months of companies tying their IT spending to how to do more with less, sentiment is shifting to spend in order to drive business value. Where will IT spending occur for the rest of 2023, and what are the implications?
Friday, February 2, 2024
Mastering the Hybrid Work Model: Strategies for Success
This year, CEOs mandated their employees to return to the office, only to face the repercussions of dissatisfaction from their workforce.
Tailor AI to your unique needs
As you sort through the scores of AI solutions flooding the market, it may be difficult to pinpoint a solution that addresses your unique strategic or operational needs. We can help you navigate this critical process. Book a free consultation today.
Elevate your data management game—free consultation
Overwhelmed with managing the exponential growth in data? Schedule a free consultation with one of our experts to discover the #cloudcomputing tech that can take your data management game to the next level.
Book a free demo of a powerful AI cybersecurity solution
If you're finding it increasingly difficult and time consuming to defend against today's cyberthreats, we have a cost-effective AI-powered cybersecurity solution that can significantly enhance your defenses. Book your free demo today.
View: Book a free demo of a powerful AI cybersecurity solution
Assess your tech stack—free consultation
Is legacy infrastructure crippling your ability to grow and innovate? Schedule a free consultation with one of our experts to assess the state of your tech stack.
Thursday, February 1, 2024
The tools you need to make hybrid work succeed
Schedule a free consultation to discover the leading tools and strategies for optimizing your hybrid workforce.
Empowering Provenance Research in the Age of Big Data and (Re)Generative Artificial Intelligence
Six years ago, I started a project called ReMasterpieces that used some of the leading AI techniques of that time to recreate works of art that were stolen and subsequently lost or destroyed by the...
Hybrid Cloud Is the Future of Data Management
Running workloads on a mix of platforms is more complicated, but also more powerful.
How Generative AI Will Remake Cybersecurity
IT and cybersecurity vendors are rolling out generative AI security tools. Learn more about LLM security tools and trends.
Enabling enterprise growth with data intelligence
It's becoming more critical for organizations to organize data and put data infrastructure at the forefront of their data strategy, says Bharti Patel, SVP of product engineering at Hitachi Vantara.
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