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Technology trends, tips and must-read takeaways for IT and engineering leaders at the forefront of digital transformation.

The Makings of a Successful Organization in 2027 and Beyond

How do organizations future-proof tech against threats, both known and novel? Splunk’s SVP and GM of products and technology weighs in. — by Tom Casey

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3 Wishlist Items to Help Tech Leaders Manage Their 2025 Initiatives

Need last-minute gift inspiration? We’re making a (wish)list and checking it twice! There’s no time like the “present” to find out what technology leaders really want this year. — by Kirsty Paine

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4 Surprising Lessons Technical Leaders Can Learn From Pit Crews

Discover how the high-octane strategies of Formula 1 pit crews can fuel your technical teams’ performance, rev up precision and drive collaboration. — by Kirsty Paine

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While Skills Gaps Persist, There’s “No Shortage of Talent”

On collaboration, optimism and building good tech teams: In conversation with Joe Fogarty, Head of the Cyber Resilience Centre, UK. — by Perspectives Editors

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With Observability and AI, If Data Is the New Oil, What Is Its Pipeline?

As with oil, data is informational energy that must be found, extracted, refined, and transported to the location of consumption. Here's how it's done. — by Craig Hyde

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How To Succeed at Tool Consolidation

Like a living room with good feng shui, an effective tool consolidation strategy reduces complexity and improve efficiency. Get tips from Inter IKEA’s success. — by Shaun Cooney

The Show Must Go On: How Tech Leaders Are Achieving Resilience in Travel and Events

The events and travel industry creates unique challenges. Zack Schwartz, Chief Information and Technology Officer of Events DC, explains how he leads with multicultural empathy. — by Zack Schwartz, Events DC

The Executive Imperative To Innovate With Resilience

IT and security leaders have a perilous balancing act to manage. Everything must be cutting edge, but secure. Rely on AI, but don’t let it undermine our business. What’s a CxO to do? — By Cory Minton

How to Craft an AI Roadmap That Everyone Can Get Behind

Building generative AI into a business strategy requires leaders to set clear business goals and communicate its value with board members. What should be the first step? — by Shaun Cooney