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Lowe's Massive iPhone Rollout and 18 Other Hot Tech Projects

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 18:10:30 -0400

In this week's edition of IT Projects: The Inside Scoop, we highlight IT activity across 19 Fortune-ranked and mid-market companies, including Arizona State University, Lowe's and Walgreens. Information for this feature is provided exclusively to CIO Insight by the researchers at DiscoverOrg. - In this week's roundup of the hottest tech projects, we highlight IT activity across 19 Fortune-ranked and mid-market companies, including the rollout at Lowe's of 42,000 iPhones to store employees that will be equipped to process credit and debit card transactions on the retail floor. Information ...

Hot Tech Projects: The Inside Scoop

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 13:35:00 -0400

CIO Insight is pleased to introduce the first installment of our new weekly feature highlighting IT project activities across Fortune 5000 companies in the U.S. Information for this feature is provided exclusively to CIO Insight by the researchers at Discoverorg. - CIO Insight is pleased to introduce the first installment of our new weekly feature highlighting IT project activities across Fortune 5000 companies in the U.S. This feature will cover such news as technology deployments, software implementations, and IT department changes across Fortune 5000 co...

Analysis: Where Now, Trusty Mainframe?

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 14:53:19 -0400

Whether or not these computing warhorses can support heterogeneous data-center needs and future cloud-computing efforts will go a long way toward determining the mainframes continued role in corporate IT environments. - The mainframe computer is the Mark Twain of IT: Reports of its death have been greatly exaggerated. In fact, mainframes are alive and well, and are continuing to deliver business value to the companies that depend on them. Among those companies are most of the worlds financial institutions, as ...

CES 2011 Tech News: 8 Trends to Watch

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 09:52:40 -0500

With the International CES convention in full swing in Las Vegas, Jan. 6-9, 2011, we decided to give you a rundown of the eight hottest trends from the show floor. We know you're probably really interested in the latest HDTVs and camcorders, but for the purposes of this report we're narrowing our focus to those trends that are actually relevant for the enterprise. Of course, smartphones and tablets top the list, with many vendors vying this year for the title of "Apple iPad Killer." But, you may be surprised by some of the other product categories heating up the show floor. For example, strides in notebook design, printer functionality, and data storage solutions are all on display, which will appeal to business users and consumers alike. - ...

10 Products CIOs Should Be Looking Forward to In 2011

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 11:36:59 -0500

CIOs today are busier than ever before, and the chances of the job slowing down any time soon are slim. With an increasing need to focus on security � from both inside and out � and dealing with issues that arise from your current IT deployments, little time is left to think about which products and technologies are coming to market that may benefit your enterprise. Thats why weve decided to help you out. As a follow-up to our recent slideshow discussing the Tech Toys That Mattered in 2010, we want to now take a look at the software and hardware products that will undoubtedly become factors in your decision-making in 2011. Mobility became more popular as end-user demanded more ways to work while on the go. And mobility will reign supreme in 2011. Many of the products featured here are mobile devices. These are 10 products that should catch your attention � and that you may want to seriously consider integrating into your ecosystem � in 2011. - ...

Enterprise iPad Use on The Rise

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 11:05:35 -0500

During Apples last reported fiscal quarter, the company says it sold a whopping 4.1 million iPad units. Although competitors such as the BlackBerry PlayBook, Samsung Galaxy Tab and others may give it a fair fight in 2011, right now iPad owns the "media tablet" space, with a 95.5 percent worldwide market share, according to research firm Strategy Analytics. While some enterprises have already embraced the device, many have been ambivalent about it. Even as CIOs and other C-suite executives have embrace iPad for their own work, they debate whether the device makes sense on an enterprise-wide scale. Among the issues? Secure configuration and deployment, preparing helpdesk support for users, and the possibility of opening up the corporate network to "rogue" devices. Such very real concerns notwithstanding, a survey of 1,200 IT professionals conducted by mobility management solutions vendor BoxTone indicates that iPad adoption is on the rise. Read on to find out why iPad is becoming an enterprise favorite. - ...

Microsoft Office 365: Deciphering Pricing, Service Options

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 12:42:49 -0400

Microsoft Office 365, the follow-up to the companys Business Productivity Online Suite, is now available for beta testing. A full commercial launch is expected in 2011. With this release, Microsoft is betting big on the enterprises desire for suite of products that combines the power and productivity options of the desktop with the convenience of the cloud. However, the flexibility that is the hallmark of the new solution also makes it confusing when it comes time to figure out which option you need. Microsoft is offering a slew of different Office 365 versions for small businesses, larger options, and educational institutions. In addition, the enterprise version features a range of pricing and service options designed for different groups of workers. Trying to figure out which of the many options make the most sense for your enterprise can be tricky. Weve pored over the various details and plans, and assembled them into a readily understandable package to give you an overview of what you need to know about Office 365. Read on to learn key details surrounding Microsofts latest productivity suite. - ...

Sybase Discusses SAP Merger

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 13:12:59 -0400

SAP's agreement to buy Sybase for $5.8 billion should help the software company stay competitive with Oracle through new revenue streams and a larger technology portfolio. Analysts agree that the acquisition also gives SAP the ability to capitalize on former strategic partner Sybase's mobile technology at a time when businesses seem to be gravitating strongly toward smartphones and tablets. So, how will this affect Sybase and its customers? Ziff Davis Enterprise, VP and Editorial Director sits down with Dr. Raj Nathan, Executive VP and CMO, to discuss what this merger means for them.
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9 iPhone Apps Every CIO Must Have

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 17:20:45 -0400

Although Apples iPhone 4 is experiencing antenna issues that could turn some enterprise customers away, the companys devices are host to some of the best smartphone applications available for CIOs. Currently, Apple offers more than 240,000 applications in its App Store. Many of these are games and other titles designed for consumers, but there are several that focus squarely on the enterprise space. Even better, there are several programs available for Apples smartphone that are ideal for the typical CIO who needs to not only be productive while running a company, but also be able to perform basic work functions while away from a computer. Whether it is the ability to send a fax from the device, or to simply edit some documents sent from employees, CIOs must be productive no matter where they are. Staying productive is not always easy with a smartphone, but with the right iPhone apps, and a willingness to drop a few bucks, it is at least possible. Read on to take a look at some outstanding iPhone apps that would come in handy on any CIOs iPhone. Compare these with our 9 favorite CIO-ready Droid apps

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Dell Services Cloud Expands

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 17:52:33 -0400

In an expansion of its cloud strategy, Dell will begin implementing the limited production release of the Microsoft Windows Azure platform appliance to host public and private clouds for its customers. The Microsoft Windows Azure platform is a turnkey cloud platform for large service providers and enterprises to run in their own data centers. - Dell is offering a cloud-based Platform-as-a-Service as part of its Dell Services Cloud built on the new Microsoft Windows Azure platform appliance. The Dell Services Cloud and the Windows Azure platform appliance were both announced July 12, 2010, at the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference in Re...

BlackBerry Server Upgrades Offer IT Relief

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 15:13:39 -0400

Upgrades to Research In Motion's BlackBerry Enterprise Server are aimed at easing IT's burden when it comes to supporting individual-liable smartphones in the enterprise. New functionality also creates more self-service options for device users in the enterprise. - The latest upgrade to Research In Motion's BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES) V. 5.0.2, offers several new policies aimed as easing the smartphone support burden for IT, particularly when it comes to managing employee-owned devices in the enterprise. For example, remote removal of corporate data ...

Dell Introduces a Bevy of New Data Center Wares

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Dell, keeping a literal open mind about all things data center, June 9 introduced a bevy of new open-standards servers, storage and networking equipment for older enterprise IT systems that might need refreshing. - The hardware and software maker unveils two new Dell EqualLogic storage arrays, two PowerVault storage arrays, two PowerEdge blade servers, a PowerEdge rack-mount server, and a new series of Juniper Networks-built PowerConnect switching/routing gateways. The Round Rock, Texas-based hardware and sof...

iSuppli Reports Asian Computer Makers Show Strong Growth

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400

The rise of Asian-based original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) led the worldwide PC market to rise an impressive 22.7 percent in the first quarter of 2010, according to market research firm iSuppli. The company noted with shipments in the first quarter totaling 81.5 million units - up from 66.5 million during the same period in 2009 - the surge marked the highest year-over-year growth ever recorded by iSuppli. - A report from iSuppli shows Asian computer makers displaying impressive sales growth, while U.S. competitors such as Dell and HP underperforming slightly. Asus, Acer, Toshiba and Lenovo all experienced strong year-over-year growth, the report shows. Asian OEMs Asus, Samsung, Lenovo and Acer posted ...

Intel Hints at HPC Project, Clarifies Graphics Plans

Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400

In a Technology@Intel blog post May 25, Intel spokesperson Bill Kircos said the company will increase spending and manpower in the area of graphics, and hinted at a new effort born out of the Larrabee program and Intel's efforts in many-core CPU technologies that will focus on the HPC (high-performance computing) and supercomputing spaces. - Intel spokesperson Bill Kircos says the chip giant will not release a discrete graphics chip any time soon, putting an end to the project code-named Larrabee. However, Kircos says Intel will continue enhancing the graphics capabilities of its CPUs, and Intel officials at the International Supercompu...

7 Technologies Enterprises Need in 2010

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:10:03 -0500

Amid signs that the economy is crawling back to health, IT strategies are shifting from the cost-cutting mode of the past two years to an orientation toward innovation, according to recent Forrester Research analysis. Forrester predicts that IT spending will rise 6.6 percent during 2010, compared with a drop of 8.8 percent in 2009. A healthy chunk of that increased spending will be targeted toward the new technologies business users are clamoring for, and IT sourcing professionals will be asked to analyze the risks and benefits. Forrester says there are seven specific technologies that business users will ask their IT sourcing and vendor-management teams to look at: - ...