EZINE:
In this week's Computer Weekly, we look at Microsoft's latest price increase for key business software products, and hear from experts on why the decision is flawed. We talk to an organisation that swapped 3,000 BlackBerrys for iPads and iPhones. And we examine the importance of service-level agreements when moving to the cloud. Read the issue now.
EZINE:
In this week's Computer Weekly, we talk to NSA whistleblower Bill Binney about the often-conflicting needs of security and privacy. We find out how Google is using artificial intelligence to improve datacentre energy efficiency. And we look at a project to use wearable technology and big data to help tackle Parkinson's disease. Read the issue now.
WHITE PAPER:
This white paper explores the magnitude and types of software piracy threats and details the seven key application security factors that must be considered during the development process.
EGUIDE:
Many organizations today have IT assets that are not managed to maximize efficiency. To avoid costly expenses, IT pros must employ a due diligence checklist when purchasing assets. Access this expert e-guide to discover three methods for improved asset management to save your time and money.
PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT:
This presentation transcript reveals best practices for license management. Find out how you can leverage ITIL to recover costs and discover guidelines for negotiating license agreements.
WHITE PAPER:
Traditional software asset management (SAM) tools have not done enough to reduce software spend on licenses. This white paper explains how integrating software license optimization capabilities with an enterprise app store can help you eliminate wasteful software spend by empowering users to actively participate in optimization.
EZINE:
In this week's Computer Weekly, we talk to the CIO at the UN High Commission for Refugees about the vital role that technology plays in supporting its aid programmes. We hear from IT leaders who are ditching BlackBerry – but moving to Windows Phone instead. And we look at how to choose the best hybrid cloud provider. Read the issue now.
EZINE:
In this week's Computer Weekly, we meet the men that have mentored some of the leading women in tech to find out how men can help tackle the diversity gap in IT. We examine how restrictive software licensing is hindering firms' ambitions for digital transformation. And where can CIOs turn to for advice? We look at the options. Read the issue now.
ANALYST REPORT:
Many of the top reasons given for the use of open source BI software is "lower costs." The question is whether commercial open source actually matters when it comes to lowering license and support costs. Read this analyst report for comparison of the software and support costs of traditional BI vendors versus commercial open source BI from Pentaho.
EGUIDE:
This expert E-guide is set to be your guide to mobile device management (MDM) software, explaining what it is, why you need it, and what it should include. Read now to uncover how you can avoid potential pitfalls and ensure MDM success.
