IDG Contributor Network: The starting line to the pursuit of digital transformation

When discussing digital transformation, I find it helpful to ground the discussion in a definition. In Forrester’s 2018 Predictions piece, the research and analyst firm offers the following description: digital transformation is “the critical response needed to meet rising customer expectations, deliver individualized experiences at scale, and operate at the speed of the market.” That’s…

Resume gaps don’t define candidates, skills do

Adriana Rivera hadn’t planned to take a 14-year career break, but “… the best laid plans …,” as the saying goes. When she decided to re-enter the workforce, her biggest worry wasn’t that she lacked the technical chops to succeed, but how her lengthy career break would be perceived by potential employers. “When I was…

5 misconceptions CIOs still have about agile

By now, CIOs should be aware of the many benefits of the agile methodology. But there’s a few persistent misconceptions that could be getting in the way of even greater outcomes. We asked experts to discuss the most common misconceptions they see organizations falling prey to when it comes to agile practices. Here’s what IT…