What is a smart home? Everything you need to know
What is a smart home? Everything you need to know Summary A smart home uses internet-connected devices to monitor and manage appliances and systems — lighting, heating, security and more…
Risk assessment matrix: Free template and usage guide
Risk assessment matrix: Free template and usage guide Summary This Practical Guide from Paul Kirvan explains what a risk assessment matrix (risk heat map) is, why organisations should use one,…
What is the three lines model and what is its purpose?
What is the three lines model and what is its purpose? Summary The three lines model (also called the three lines of defence) is a risk management and governance framework…
Intel CEO’s potential China links a warning for U.S. companies
Summary President Donald Trump publicly urged Intel CEO Lip‑Bu Tan to resign after U.S. Senator Tom Cotton raised questions about Tan’s past investments and ties to semiconductor firms allegedly connected…
How to attract tech talent in 2025: 7 essentials
How to attract tech talent in 2025: 7 essentials Summary This article outlines seven practical strategies for recruiting and retaining top IT and technology professionals in 2025. It highlights compensation,…
The IT Organization Design Framework: Models, Triggers, and Transformation Paths
The IT Organization Design Framework: Models, Triggers, And Transformation Paths Summary This resource is a practical framework for CIOs and senior IT leaders to assess readiness for change, choose an…
A Real-World Example of Enterprise IT Cost Optimization
A Real-World Example Of Enterprise IT Cost Optimization – CIO Portal Summary This article presents a real-world case study showing how a large organisation achieved measurable IT cost optimisation through…
Technology Acquisition Framework: Nine Proven Models for Agile, Scalable Capability Delivery
Technology Acquisition Framework: Nine Proven Models for Agile, Scalable Capability Delivery Summary This article outlines a Technology Acquisition Framework that defines nine proven delivery models to help organisations plan, source…
Framework for Designing and Governing Cybersecurity Strategy: A Lifecycle-Based Approach
Framework for Designing and Governing Cybersecurity Strategy: A Lifecycle-Based Approach Summary This planning framework presents a structured, lifecycle-based methodology for designing, implementing and sustaining cybersecurity strategy. It outlines a clear…
China is About To Launch SSDs So Small You Insert Them Like a SIM Card
China is About To Launch SSDs So Small You Insert Them Like a SIM Card Summary Chinese storage maker Biwin has unveiled a “Mini SSD” roughly the size of a…