Application Development > Distributed Computing

When newer firms go into cloud computing, they have a distinct advantage over established organizations. Organizations that have IT history, however, are more likely to have legacy systems to support--making their integration of cloud computing a much greater challenge.

From data processing centers in the '60s to PC networks in the '80s to this century's Cloud, the systems for managing large amounts of data are coming full circle. Read up on the latest trend: Mobile Data Centers.

As businesses evolve, so do IT departments. One way to make sure that technology and business interests are aligned is through program management.

There's no doubt that Cloud Computing is a major force on the IT horizon, but security and continuity risks may develop into a dangerous storm for organizations relying on this low-cost alternative.

In the rapidly-growing world of distributed computing, he who hesitates is lost--don't miss the boat.

Uncertainty, fear and doubt are hard at work in the minds of many CIOs when it comes to making a serious move into the cloud...and this concern is not without merit when you consider how much information is being piped over the internet these days.

It's easy to get lost in the Cloud if you are unsure who the major players are out there. This overview will examine several Cloud frameworks and identify the who's who of the big-league Cloud riders.

Economic challenges have made the idea of Cloud Computing almost irresistable to cash-strapped CIOs, but what is the real cost of doing business in the Cloud, and what does that mean for IT Governance and standards?

Cloud computing offers cost savings, flexibility and speed of deployment that can be very tempting to all kinds of IT organizations, but don't forget about the risks inherent in turning over control of your data in the age of IT Governance and SOX compliance.

What do the prevailing wisdom purveyors and pundits believe the top information technologies will be over the next 12 months? Since 2009, these predictions have been pretty volatile...can you guess what's hot and what's not for 2012?

2010 saw Cloud Computing advance in popularity and in controversy. While the allure of reduced investments in infrastructure grows, so do the issues related to security and control over information. So what does the future of Cloud Computing look like?

Is there any advantage to using Cloud-based project management tools to manage projects? Is it cheaper and more effective? Are the tools more feature-rich? And what about the disadvantages? Here is what some research has revealed…

It could have been a fad, but it looks like virtualization is here to stay, so now is a great time to get up to speed on what this term actually means--and what this technology means for you. Welcome to the world of virtualization. The tour starts here.

How can PMs harness the power of the cloud? There are many aspects of cloud computing worth noting from an organizational perspective, but this article will focus on two technologies that can be especially useful to project managers: software as a service and commoditized computing.

Great CIOs are not necessarily great technologists. They don’t even need to have had hands-on experience in programming, networking or infrastructure. But what they must have is the ability to understand enough about those disciplines to know fact from fiction--and the ability to surround themselves with an appropriate team of IT subject matter experts. For many, this will sound like heresy; for others, a refreshing change from stereotypical norms.

While the promises of increased cloud activity are great, so too are the chances for stormy situations. While many organizations will rapidly seek cloud computing to help combat struggles with their economic circumstances, they will do so at their own peril. Be very afraid...the cloud craze is entering its teenage years.

Seems almost impossible that 2015 is a mere five years away. Ever stop to think how information technology will change in five simple years? Our esteemed writer pondered that idea, did some research and here is what he learned…

Cloud Computing is the newest buzzword in the IT world, but is it really all that new? Here's a quick primer to take away any remaining mystery surrounding this latest technology and to help you decide if it's worth embracing.

Students in three countries test the value of an IBM all-in-one development tool as they learn about agile and Scrum.

Staying on top of technology trends is one of the biggest advantages a CIO can grab. Here's a look at what's hot for this year, so you can keep your sites on the ever-moving technology target.

With a world economy in recession, there isn't a whole lot of technology spending on the horizon. For an idea of where those precious IT dollars will (and should) be spent, here are the hot technology investments to look forward to in 2010.

Leadership gaps arise as projects trend toward higher complexity. It will take some significant new skills to succeed in complex near-future projects. When you succeed with the workforce, however, much of the complexity evaporates.

How have things changed in the world of CIO priorities, IT strategies, salaries, spending and such since September of 2010? Certainly the rise of the Cloud has had an impact on CIO thinking--as has the anemic and languishing global economy.

Part of what makes agent-based systems so versatile and useful also makes them particularly vulnerable to security issues. Once you open up your environment, you open yourself up to all kinds of risks. Know what they are and plan for them. Lock down what you need to or face the dire consequences of insecure agent systems.

One way to gauge the priorities of the tech industry is to see what major conferences are planned, and where their focus will be. Here's a peek at what's in store for 2009...spoiler alert: Keep an eye on Enterprise Architecture and Optical Networks.

With the increase in distributed teams and the rise of online meetings among them, a Web conferencing tool like GoToMeeting Corporate can help project managers accelerate project cycles by enabling better communication, increasing engagement and sharing ownership of project results.

From globally distributed systems to managing a top notch staff to pleasing customers, Werner Vogels is a busy man. What else would you expect at e-commerce king Amazon.com? In this interview, the Amazon CTO talks with gantthead CEO Dave Garrett about life at the forefront of technology.

After declining 8.2 percent in 2009, IT spending in the United States will grow 6.6 percent in 2010 to $568 billion, according to a new report by Forrester.

For those of us that face the economic challenges of having an appropriate desktop, laptop or other computing device for our business operations, the evolution of the cell phone provides an attractive alternative.

Cell phones are getting smarter by the second. What does this mean for project managers--and for those increasingly archaic laptops? (Don't get us started on desktops...)

Welcome to IT Strategist's annual roundup of IT surveys. Here are the trends you need to know about to wind up 2009 and head into 2010.

How green are you? For many, implementing Green IT solutions is an imperative that transcends ROI or enterprise alignment. For others, it's a good thing to go green if it is cost effective and in tune with other stakeholder expectations and needs.