Does software drive value for hardware? Many companies seem to think so, as they’ve turned their focus away from developing hardware and onto creating more sophisticated software to power devices. This leaves a wealth of opportunity in hardware development, a niche that Microsoft is beginning to fill. Will their focus on Windows 10, particularly in the mobile field, make them …
3D Printing and the Real-Time Personalized World
In the 1957 comedy Desk Set, a “state-of-the-art” computer that filled a warehouse-sized room figures prominently. Even when computer technology was available, it was so big and expensive that only giant corporations could afford it. Suffice it to say, technology’s come a long way since then. When the idea of personal computing took root, the entire industry transformed. Twenty years …
Visible vs. Invisible Innovation
What keeps organizational growth evergreen in today’s constantly changing digital marketplace? Innovation, of course—the ability for businesses not only to stay ahead of customer facing trends, but to innovate in ways that manifest themselves less obviously, too, through processes and experiences. So, when we talk about innovation today in the enterprise, there are really two avenues to explore: Visible innovation …
Your Screen or Our Screen: The Evolution of Digital Signage
This post is sponsored by Samsung Business. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Digital signage is enjoying a long-awaited evolution. Just as the cloud went from on-premise to off-premise and finally hybrid, digital signage is moving beyond the store screen and straight to the user. Consumers are beginning to share an immersive experience with digital signage, and personalization is the …
3D Printing and Personalized Manufacturing
The way we purchase goods and services is becoming more personalized. Retailers previously recognized the robust return on investment that came with the Internet of Things (IoT) and Big Data, but now customers are beginning to see the value of a personalized focus. 3D printing is poised to make an entrance into the world of customer-centered decision making. Once fully …
How Will AR Affect Personal Computing?
Personal computing is no longer defined by one activity; rather, it’s a range of activities completed on a variety of connected devices. Augmented reality is the next major installment in the evolution of technology, and it has the potential to fundamentally change the way we think about personal computing. Connect the Dots: The Intersection of the Real and Digital Worlds …
Balancing New Technology Adoption and Security
As the pressure to keep current with new and emerging technologies in each industry rises, businesses must be vigilant about the risks of security vulnerabilities. Hackers often target emerging technology, so businesses trying to stay ahead of the curve may find themselves at greater risk for cyberattacks. Earlier this year, I tweeted about the first cyberattack to cause a widespread …
Is Enterprise Storage Ready for Affordable Flash Arrays and Solid State Drive?
This post is sponsored by Samsung Business. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Flash arrays and solid state drives (SSDs) offer quick and frequent access to data, but many enterprises have held off on upgrading their hard disk drives (HDDs) because of the price tag. However, with costs driven down by consumer demand, new scale-out flash array architectures, and advancing …
Persistent Targeted Information and Digital Signage
This post is sponsored by Samsung Business. All thoughts and opinions are my own. We all live in the world, but it’s our world that really matters to us. To that end, digital signage is developing along with geotargeting and big data to provide more consistent marketing. But it’s also shaping personalized experiences—and in 2016’s customer-centric market, those experiences are what …
Hybrid Videoconferencing: The Right Choice for Your Organization?
Across the country, companies look to technology to enhance their day to day business operations.Videoconferencing has proven to be a huge shift in the way organizations communicate and collaborate today. There are two types of videoconferencing to consider—software-only and hybrid video. The pros and cons of hybrid videoconferencing compared to software-only video can be complex and are based on the …