How to Build a Resilient Cloud Architecture
Business success today depends on the reliability of cloud infrastructure. Any downtime damages the brand reputation, causes revenue loss, and leads to permanent erosion of customers. Maintaining customer trust and optimising business operations depends on a resilient cloud architecture. A resilient cloud operates reliably even in the face of any stress or disruption. Here are […]
How to Succeed in Innovation during Disruptive Times
Disruption has always been the way of life. History offers innumerable examples of new social and technological processes displacing taken-for-granted routines. Some years ago, digital technologies disrupted communication and information exchange. Now, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is imposing another major disruption. AI enables new forms of engagement and makes incumbent business models obsolete. Disruption is not […]
Top Digital Transformation Roadblocks and How to Navigate Them
Digital transformation upgrades the enterprises’ digital capabilities. It streamlines operations, unlocks new possibilities, boosts innovation, and drives business growth. In fact, digital transformation has become indispensable to cope with the massive changes brought about by Industry 4.0. But the road to digital transformation has several roadblocks that stifle the best-laid plans. Here are the most […]
How Cloud and DevOps can accelerate digital transformation
Technology unlocks a wealth of possibilities. Enterprises leverage new technology through digital transformation. Successful digital transformation introduces new technology that delivers more value to customers. But technology also changes fast, making it difficult for a typical enterprise to cope with and profit from change. Cloud computing and DevOps are two technologies underpinning digital transformation in […]
Solutions for Top IT challenges – Security, Sustainability, and Agility
Most enterprises struggle with IT challenges as they seek growth in a demanding business environment. 51% of digital transformation efforts arise from growth opportunities and 41% from increased competitive pressure. But a whopping 80% of such digital transformation initiatives fail. Coping with today’s uncertain business environment requires a combination of adequate infrastructure resources and quick […]
Why do Enterprises Falter in their Digital Transformation Initiatives
The relentless digitisation of the economy makes digital transformation inevitable for most enterprises. Unless enterprises upgrade their systems, they risk the erosion of business. Most enterprises understand the importance of digital transformation, but only some get it right. Evidence suggests only about three out of ten digital transformation efforts succeed. Here are the seven top […]
Six Ways to Make Sure Your Technology Investment Contributes to Enterprise Growth
There has been considerable excitement over “emerging technologies” for many years. Experts have predicted Artificial Intelligence, the cloud, and IoT to deliver tectonic shifts. But not all enterprises that have invested in these technologies have attained enterprise growth. In the meantime, Industry 4.0 forced enterprises into spending more on technology. Companies invest in digital transformation […]
Predicting future business performance in a roller coaster reality
Most businesses rely on forecasting to make informed business decisions. Business decisions rely on predictions of profitability, customer acceptance, and other vital metrics. Over the years, business executives have developed predictable approaches to forecasting their business performance. But of late, the unpredictable and uncertain business environment has rendered such methods obsolete. The COVID-19 pandemic plunged […]
Blockchain technology for supply chain fix – A must or a maybe?
Blockchain is the red-hot technology off the block. Initially associated with bitcoins, the technology now finds application in several other functions, including supply chains. Blockchain is a distributed registry that validates records and distributes transactions publically in immutable, encrypted ledgers. The word refers to “blocks” of verified, unchangeable transactions connected in a chronological “chain.” These […]
Role of In-Memory Technologies in Cloud Migrations
Cloud migrations continue unabated as businesses seek cost advantages, scalability, flexibility, and better performance. But not all cloud migrations are the same or deliver the intended benefits. Many businesses seek the same application capabilities in the cloud as they have on-premises. They only look for benefits in cost and speed. Such a net-generation infrastructure upgrade […]
Seven Biggest Issues IT Faces Today and How to Deal With Them
IT is always changing. The volatile nature of the technology makes it impossible to settle down with a fixed stack. CIOs and other IT leaders always have to balance routine maintenance and transformation. The C-suite regards IT as a cost-centre and remains hesitant to release funds. Side-by-side, customers, both external and internal, have become demanding […]
How IT Leaders Can Continue Digital Transformation amid Talent Crisis
Businesses across the world face a perfect storm in the talent crisis. Most industries, especially tech-based ones, have been reeling under severe talent shortages. Skill development has not kept pace with technological advancement. Many enterprises go slow or keep in abeyance digital transformation because they cannot afford the high cost of talent. At times, talent […]