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How to build enterprise mobile apps that users hate

Summary: Many companies rush into mobile apps, completely unaware of the risks and challenges that come with the territory. The result: They deliver an app that nobody wants to use–completely wasting the time and money invested in the development process. In this article, we identify some of the biggest mistakes businesses make with mobile app development, and explain why they must be avoided.
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Webinar Replay: Mobilize your business applications

By Joe Stangarone / Mobile, Mobile apps, Webinar

Summary: As mobile usage continues to explode, businesses face a growing problem: They’re tied to systems that pre-date smartphones. To make matters worse, they lack the time and skills needed to mobilize their business applications. If you’re struggling with these problems, check out our on-demand webinar and learn how to mobilize your business applications.
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5 obstacles that hold IT departments back

By Joe Stangarone / CIO Challenges

Summary: The modern IT department must move quickly to meet the changing needs of the business. But, many IT departments face barriers and bottlenecks that slow them down. In this article, we identify some of the biggest obstacles holding your IT department back, and explain why they’re so important.
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5 common big data myths

By Joe Stangarone / Big Data

Summary: Big data is surrounded with so much hype, the misconceptions often get confused for facts. How can business leaders separate big data myths from reality? In this article, we identify some of the biggest myths surrounding big data, and explain why they’re false.
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Webinar Replay: Practical uses of Hadoop

By Joe Stangarone / Big Data, Webinar

Summary: Many businesses assume they don’t have “big data.” But, they unknowingly generate (or have access to) large data sets that just go unused. Where is this data and how can your business capitalize on this untapped potential with Hadoop? To learn more, check out this free webinar replay.
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The pros and cons of Bimodal IT

By Joe Stangarone / CIO Challenges

Summary: Bimodal IT is the practice of managing two separate, coherent modes of IT delivery, one focused on stability and the other on agility. But, while it sounds good in theory, is it good in practice? In this article, we explore the topic from both sides. What are the pros and cons of Bimodal IT? In what ways might Bimodal IT help a company? In what ways might it be risky or harmful to a company? Read more to find out.
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The Modern CIO’s Trump Card

By Joe Stangarone / CIO Challenges

Summary: As technology plays a larger role in all aspects of business, we’re entering a new era of enterprise IT. Yet, research finds that most CIOs are unprepared for these changes. How can CIOs balance the need for stability with the growing push towards innovation? Learn why more and more CIOs are opting for development platforms, and how they address modern challenges.

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What Business Intelligence trends can we expect in 2016?

By Joe Stangarone / Business Intelligence

Summary: Poised for rapid growth, Business Intelligence is undergoing some major changes. Driven in part by recent trends and development advances, the BI landscape is shifting dramatically from traditional BI solutions of the past. In this article, you’ll learn more about why BI is changing and where it’s heading.
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Build web applications without programming

By Joe Stangarone / Web Development

Summary: Do your new development projects drag on for months? Do your executives wait around on the IT department for their reports and dashboards? Or, are you stuck with an outdated enterprise system that lacks modern features? Here’s a quick way to fix all of these issues (and more)!
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7 harmful business dashboard mistakes

By Joe Stangarone / Business Dashboards

Summary: When used correctly, business dashboards will help you make sense of your data and drive your business. However, not all dashboards are created equal. Many businesses make key mistakes with their dashboards, which can limit their effectiveness and kill the project altogether. In this article, we explore a few of the most common mistakes, and how to avoid them.
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