The wearable tech market soared in the 4th quarter with an 82% growth rate, thanks to hearables. More about IoT Global wearable device shipments reached 336.5 million in 2019, IDC research found. The bulk of this growth comes from the fourth quarter, which reached a new high of 118.9 million devices shipped, or an 82% […]
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6 IoT project best practices
Before your company implements an Internet of Things strategy, follow these steps, which include security and networking tips. Getty Images/iStockphoto Companies are investing in the Internet of Things (IoT), but few feel that they’re completely prepared for it. There are concerns about IoT security, integration with other technologies, and the ability to scale out IoT for […]
IBM code challenge winner uses open source and IoT for disaster relief
The Linux Foundation is hosting the open source firmware for Project OWL, which helps developers foster connectivity between first responders and civilians during or after natural disasters. The Linux Foundation announced Tuesday that it was hosting the open source IoT device firmware for Project OWL (organization, whereabouts and logistics), the winner of IBM’s “Call for […]
Data Governance Is Improving, But…
Corporate memories are at risk because the growth in data is outpacing companies’ ability to govern and manage it. Records and Information Management (RIM) professionals are drowning in data and, technologically speaking, they’re behind others in their organizations. The result is dirty data that’s hard to access, navigate, control and secure. In the worst cases, […]
4 Questions Businesses Should Ask About AI, 5G and Innovation
As we move into the 2020s, leaders must self-reflect and focus on how they can improve upon past AI, 5G and other innovation technologies to drive results. Image: sdecoret – stockadobe.com The start of 2020 marks a unique occasion to discover the opportunities that the interplay between people and artificial intelligence will create over the […]
2020 Whole Ball of Tax: Your ‘Go-To’ Tax Season Resource
Annual collection of resources aid the preparer and taxpayer alike The annual 2020 Whole Ball of Tax (WBOT) from Wolters Kluwer Tax & Accounting is now available to help journalists, reporters, and media in general better understand the nuances of the 2020 tax filing season. Filled with valuable information, WBOT is a comprehensive collection of […]
AI Hot Spots: Where Is Artificial Intelligence Heading Now?
As artificial intelligence matures, these nine areas and industries look like they are poised to benefit the most. 1 of 10 About a year ago, InformationWeek published a slideshow on 10 Prime Industries for AI Applications. Since then, the artificial intelligence landscape has shifted significantly. To find out how the AI market and how AI […]
Why You Should Build a Center of Excellence for AI
An artificial intelligence center of excellence can ensure AI best practices inform every AI project at your organization. Image: Pixabay Organizations in every industry are spending millions of dollars on AI strategies, and with that much money — and competitive advantage — on the line, it may be tempting to rush AI projects into production. […]
Recognize the High Cost of Low Technical Debt
Technical debt, a developer’s term for trade-offs, is starting to impact marketing tech and other choices. Here’s how IT teams can reduce the impact of technical debt choices. Image: Shutterstock Sometimes managers struggle with determining if an innovation from a new technology will be worth the improved performance or features. Upgrades are expensive, and the […]
What’s Propelling Growth for Artificial Intelligence?
Here are three technology breakthroughs that are acting as catalysts, along with four core roles of AI that are driving it forward. Image: Siarhei – stockadobe.com In 2011, IBM Watson, competed in the game show Jeopardy! against some of its most successful players, and won handily. It was a watershed moment not because the machine […]