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Oct 30, 2025

How To Keep Conflict From Slowing Down Tech Projects

Research Fellow Barry Cousins says project delays often stem from people debating decisions they don’t actually own. He advises leaders to clarify roles and decision rights early to avoid wasted time and keep execution on track.

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Oct 30, 2025

Enterprises Grapple With Pros, Cons (and Costs) of Cloud-First Strategy

Jeremy Roberts, senior director of research and content, says cloud centralization has created lock-in and sticker shock for many enterprises. He advises CIOs to reassess cloud strategies with a clear understanding of business needs, growth trajectory, and control trade-offs.

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Oct 29, 2025

6 Essential Rules for Unleashing AI on Your Software Development Process - And the No. 1 Risk

Research Director Andrew Kum‑Seun says embedding AI across delivery teams boosts productivity but also magnifies hidden risks in development workflows. He advises beginning with targeted pilots and focusing on people and process before scaling.

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Oct 29, 2025

Oracle’s Cloud Strategy an Increasingly Risky Bet

Advisory Fellow Scott Bickley says that while Oracle’s cloud strategy is ambitious, the scale of investment and execution risk make it a significant bet for enterprise buyers. He advises CIOs to monitor capacity, timelines, and ecosystem risk as part of decision-making.

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Oct 28, 2025

The Revised Microsoft-OpenAI Deal Teases Far More Than It Delivers

Advisory Fellow Scott Bickley says the revised Microsoft‑OpenAI deal signals a long‑term repositioning for both firms. He advises enterprises to watch governance mechanisms and contractual exit clauses as AI partnerships evolve.

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Oct 28, 2025

US Department of Energy Advances Nuclear Program for AI Data Centers

Research Director Andy Best says the DOE’s Oak Ridge RFP reflects a trade-off between speed, accountability, and public value. He advises stakeholders to weigh the risks of bypassing local reviews as the urgency for AI infrastructure accelerates.

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Oct 27, 2025

How Today’s Technology Can Eliminate CX Friction: Tech Pros’ Tips

Anubhav Sharma, Research Director, says technology can eliminate customer‑experience friction by automating repetitive tasks and unifying data across touchpoints. He advises firms to embed identity, context, and intent into every interaction so the service feels seamless and human.

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Oct 27, 2025

Qualcomm Goes All-in on Inferencing with Purpose-Built Cards and Racks

Brian Jackson, Principal Research Director, says Qualcomm’s custom silicon signals a shift toward hardware tuned for specific workloads. Scott Young, Principal Advisory Director, adds that purpose-built inferencing gear will scale better and cost less as enterprises adopt agentic AI.

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Oct 24, 2025

UN Agreement on Cybercrime Criticized Over Risks to Cybersecurity Researchers

Advisory Fellow Valence Howden says the UN cybercrime treaty has improved in defining malicious intent but still lacks explicit protection for legitimate security research. He advises organizations to monitor how signatories implement the treaty before assuming the text alone will protect ethical...

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