London, ON July 11, 2011 – Growing security and compliance concerns signal big growth in the awareness and adoption of SIEM solutions in the coming year, according to a recent Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Vendor Landscape...

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Once project proposals have been submitted and collected, establish a process to identify the highest priority project proposals. This will include maintaining an inventory of proposed projects, applying ranking criteria, and establishing the...

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Learn how your IT department compares to your peers in the Insurance Services sector by using Info-Tech's IT Budget & Staffing report. The attached PDF contains a consolidated report covering both Financial and Insurance services research.

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Building a Security Policy is shown to reduce the occurrence of breaches by up to 93%; however, development costs an average of $50,000 and takes six months. Info-Tech's customizable Security Training Policy Template can be used as a component...

(23-Apr-10) Turning masses of data into actionable information is a constant challenge for companies of all sizes, but when you're a small business in a highly competitive marketplace, it's even more critical to keep on top of trends. You...

(8-Mar-10) In today’s financial services industry, technology isn’t just an accessory; it’s a bare necessity. Technology is essential in gathering information and providing advice to your clients. And demonstrating a grasp of technology can...

In technology, the ancient regime was driven by Wintel (Windows and Intel), mostly: a famously paranoid Andy Grove, paired with Bill Gates, the most competitive strategist (or strategic competitor) in the world. Everyone else got table scraps.

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When the help desk fails to keep pace with the organization, service gaps appear that create a chasm between IT and the business. Rescue becomes necessary to rapidly address management and business stakeholder complaints. Affect a rapid rescue...

(27-Jan-10) Apple has unveiled its long anticipated tablet computer, the iPad. The iPad is the culmination of Apple's entrance into the mobile device market, starting with the iPod in 2001. "The iPad has the capacity to introduce new ways of...

(4-Dec-09) In the race between plummeting costs per terabyte and exploding amounts of data in need of storage, the latter perpetually seems miles ahead. In 2007, IDC estimated that the “digital universe” would grow from 161 exabytes in 2006 to...

(20-Oct-09) When Microsoft Corp. took the wraps off Windows 95, the software titan secured the rights to the Rolling Stones' trademark anthem Start Me Up to use in commercials designed to introduce the globe to the latest version of its flagship...

Sometimes, when a manager wants something done right, they think they have to do it themselves. They take a project from their subordinates and work all weekend to get it back on track. Then they baby-sit their staff to make sure they get the...

14-Sep-09 Each year, BtoB asks a panel of five Web site design and usability experts to identify 10 of the best b-to-b Web sites out there. Though the medium continues to evolve, with such features as video and social media playing an...

(Information Exec) - Some 33 million netbooks are expected to reach store shelves worldwide this year, usurping 20 per cent of the notebook PC market according to a recent DisplaySearch report, but some industry insiders are not optimistic that...

(Processor) - You cannot fully improve your enterprise's storage situation unless you include information lifecycle management in the mix. Without information lifecycle management, a small to midsized enterprise cannot effectively create and...

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Establishing a process for collecting valid project requests is achieved through the completion of two main steps, which are establishing rules of engagement and collecting project proposals.

Defining IT value can seem daunting, but IT leaders of small enterprises must not oversimplify the IT value-measuring process. Understand that in the IT context, value means more than a simple list of benefits. IT leaders must take the time to...

Password-related issues can represent up to thirty percent of all help desk support requests. Save significant time and money by implementing a self-service password reset system.

Scenario planning is a dress rehearsal for the unthinkable. Use it to identify single points of failure, ensure agility, mitigate risks, and increase stakeholder confidence.

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The Director of Information Technology's primary responsibility is to oversee the streamlined operation of the IT department and to ensure it aligns with the business objectives of the organization. This individual's principal goals are to...

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The Quality Assurance Analyst's role is to develop and establish quality assurance standards and measures for the information technology services within the organization. This individual will also gather and analyze data in support of business...

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The Systems Analyst's role is to plan, design, develop, and launch efficient information systems and operations systems in support of core organizational functions. This individual will apply proven communication, analytical and problem-solving...

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The Systems/Software Application Tester's role is to plan, design, architect, and deploy effective test suites and regimes for in-house product development, software application development, information system launches, and operations systems...

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The Technical Writer's role is to develop written information about the organization's computing systems that aid in their development, use, and support. Outputs will include a range of documents to be read by both technical and non-technical...

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The CAD Operator's role is to prepare complex drawings, diagrams, and documents using computer-aided design (CAD) software within the organization. This includes developing CAD files based on notes, sketches, engineering schematics, technical...

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The role of the SLA Manager is to ensure that all service level agreements (SLAs) for information technology services across the organization are delivered according to specifications. This includes developing, managing, and administering...

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The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Manager's role is to coordinate, implement, and manage the organization's Internet-based strategies and initiatives for GIS software. This individual is responsible for ensuring the development and...

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The Systems Architect's role is to strategically design and implement in-house information systems and networked software architectures that support core organizational functions, and assure their high availability. This individual will gain...

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The Knowledge Manager's role is to collect, synthesize, organize, and manage corporate information and information services in support of business units across the enterprise. This includes accumulating, understanding, and leveraging...

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The Application Integration Specialist's role is to plan, coordinate, and supervise all activities related to the integration of software programs and applications into the organization's information systems. This individual is also responsible...