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Data is the key to unlocking investment for emerging markets

It should be clear then that data, and transport data in particular, is crucial to securing the kinds of public and private investment that will take emerging market economies from recovery, towards sustained (and sustainable) growth.

A New Journey to the Cloud

ERP implementation has changed. And for those companies facing the 2027 maintenance deadline for SAP ECC 6, that is good news. In today’s cloud-first, ‘adopt not adapt model, there are no more white boards.

How to add AI to your cybersecurity toolkit

A successful implementation of AI in cyber defense requires a solid data governance system, reimagined incident response frameworks, sufficient talent and expertise to manage the new system, and established documentation practices.

The Metaverse: Virtually a reality?

Metaverses have the potential to enable virtual worlds to expand beyond the gaming genre to encompass all manner of social and commercial activities.

Cybersecurity and Cloud: A Look Back at 2022 and What to Expect in 2023

Businesses are continuously reassessing their resources and options to fill their tech stack. In this competitive digital landscape, the innovative use of technology will be something that would generate a competitive advantage for organisations.

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Unveiling the Top 10 Cybersecurity Threats to Watch Out for in 2023

As technology advances, so do cybercriminals' methods to gain unauthorised access to sensitive information. With the increasing reliance on technology in both personal and professional settings, it is crucial to stay informed about the top cybersecurity threats to watch out for in 2023.

Endpoint management: Common challenges and trends for 2023

The surge in remote work and the growing trend of using the same mobile devices for work and leisure have challenged traditional on-premise IT management

Cloud Vs On-Premise Server

Both cloud computing and an on-premise hardware server farm have their advantages and disadvantages, and the choice between them depends on the specific needs of the business and the application.

Unplugging for Success: Why IT Workers Should Digital Detox and Meditate

It's important to note that digital detox and meditation are not a one-time solution but an ongoing practice. IT workers should make it a habit to unplug and meditate regularly to maintain their physical and mental well-being.

How Synthetic data is used to remove bias in AI

synthetic data can be used in various ways in AI and machine learning, from data augmentation and anonymisation to testing and scenario simulation.

Digital disconnect: the hidden barrier to genuine transformation

Part of the reason why digital transformation projects often fail to deliver is a tendency to disconnect strategy from implementation.

Weathering the unpredictable, with cloud migration

In light of this unpredictable and alarming economic situation, businesses are having to reevaluate the way they operate.

Use Video to Educate Employees About Benefits

Video is an excellent choice for many concepts and educational opportunities, but that doesn’t mean they’re perfect for every situation.

Overcoming IT Complexity in a Hybrid World

It’s clear cloud adoption isn’t slowing down any time soon. Gartner® says end-user spending on cloud services has grown by a further 20% in 2022 to almost U.S. 500 billion.

5 key considerations for moving your data to the cloud

In an increasingly hybrid world, you need a provider that can help you shift your workloads from on-prem to the cloud in a way that works for your specific needs.

Why a Digital Twin Graph Will Help Manage Real-World Complexity at Scale

Digital twins are computer models of the real business world. They help asset owners understand the details of what is happening, in real-time as well as retrospectively.

Overcoming the increasing challenges to data solution providers

To address this situation, companies can choose to store data in a more sustainable way, with a company that focuses on renewable sources of energy, sustainable practices and technology that has a proven energy consumption of around 40% less than a legacy data centre.

How edge cloud is transforming online retail

This is a huge step for online retailers who, over the past decade, have had to split their applications into microservices, distributing their content across a cloud infrastructure from a range of third-party providers.

Why you must enhance visibility and control of your expanding supply chain

As organisations’ supply chains grow and become more digital, threat actors are increasingly targeting third parties to gain access to the enterprise network.

Gaining a grip with the strangler pattern

Big bang migrations, in which all traffic is cutover to a new system when it is sufficiently close to feature-parity with the legacy system, are inherently risky and almost always delayed.

Selecting a sovereign cloud: A data guardian’s guide

If your sovereign cloud provider was holiday accommodation, which would you choose? Like all families, there’s no one size fits all solution and what will work for some, will not work for others.

Top security threats to the cloud

Cloud is an important mechanism for digital transformation. However, many companies still operate with an outdated mindset, which can cause them to make many mistakes.

Bring Your Own Device: navigating the cybersecurity risks

This seemingly obvious point is also one of the most important. As with any business strategy, one cannot base most cybersecurity processes on a “set it and forget it” approach.

Nastiest Malware of 2022 from a business perspective

With 2023 around the corner, we’ve seen yet another eventful year for the threat landscape and malware continues to be centre stage in the threats posed towards individuals, businesses, and governments.

Why data is often a double-edged sword in financial services

Financial institutions, whether oriented towards corporates or individuals, arguably have more customer data at their fingertips than any other type of organisation.

How the cloud could hold the answers to the world’s biggest questions

Considering the cloud is already doing its part to solve the huge problems of climate change and cybersecurity, its functionality holds enormous promise to contribute further and solve even more of the world’s most pressing issues.

Clarifying UK cloud adoption patterns

There is no doubting the shift towards cloud adoption. What is far more unclear is the exact path this is taking, and what ‘cloud adoption’ really means in terms of the IT choices made by UK companies.

SMEs: The Move from Legacy to the Cloud

Digital transformation is clearly a mainstream strategy, and the cloud has certainly shown its value in recent times more than ever before.

Don't lose sight of SAP on Cloud operational excellence

Digital transformation projects can often become complex with twists and turns, which can lead organisations to focus solely on the migration itself.