Julia King

UN tackles socio-economic crises with big data

Four of this year's Computerworld Honors Laureates are using big data to battle the effects of unemployment and climate change, raise social awareness and help at-risk students.

How to nab a data scientist job

How exactly do you make it to the data scientist big leagues? As it turns out, there is no one right path. Instead, it's largely a scramble out there on the big data field. Insider (registration required)

Wanted: IT staffers with vertical industry chops

Fast-changing business processes, tight deadlines, customization demands and ever-growing regulations are complicating day-to-day operations. What's needed now is 'IT-plus' -- a combination of technical skills and business knowledge, plus deep industry expertise.

The 2013 Computerworld Premier 100 IT Leaders: On the fast track

For today's IT executives, it's not enough to move the business forward with potent technology and ROI-rich projects. The new imperative is to capture the competitive lead with all due speed. These elite 100 men and women are up for the challenge. Here's how this year's honorees are generating revenue from IT and delivering business value.

How to take control of your own IT career

Tech staffers are migrating into new roles -- frequently with non-IT job titles -- throughout the enterprise, working on an array of projects that require tech savvy in addition to business and process knowledge, management skills and more. Where you land all depends on your proficiency with one of today's most indispensable career navigation tools -- your own customized career strategy.

The rebirth of re-engineering

Today's re-engineering is all about quickly and continually refining and enhancing the hundreds of end-to-end steps involved in developing new products, acquiring and retaining customers and making money. More often than not, it's now starting with IT.

The No. 1 Place to Work in IT: USAA

A day in the life of several IT staffers at USAA shows a supportive work environment, great amenities and a commitment to innovation.

IT Skills: Jumping the Chasm

The current tech talent gap is just the first sign of a coming revolution in the IT labor market. Here's how to secure your footing now and brace for what's ahead.

Technology for the Greater Good

Dozens of 2012 Computerworld Honors laureates are leveraging low-cost, consumer-oriented technologies to create and deploy systems and applications designed to benefit society, especially in the areas of education and healthcare.

The Upside of Shadow IT

As employees bypass IT and regularly subscribe to collaboration, analytic and other cloud services with the press of a button, some of the savviest CIOs are embracing and even encouraging shadow IT. Here's why.

Premier 100 IT Leaders: The Rewards of Risk-taking

Many of this year's Premier 100 IT Leaders are making their mark by successfully executing on bold, high-risk decisions that are yielding big business benefits, thanks to their rigorous attention to detail, expert management and unparalleled leadership skills.

In Memoriam: Phil LaBelle

A tribute to Premier 100 IT Leader Phil LaBelle.

IT's A-listers: Recharged and ready for business growth and speed

Despite facing economic turmoil for the past few years, Computerworld's 2011 Premier 100 IT Leaders continued to innovate and deliver measurable business value.

Should you get an MBA?

Earning a master's degree in business administration takes a monumental commitment, both financially and personally. The resulting salary boost may take years to materialize, but many IT executives say an MBA is the fastest ticket to business proficiency and long-term career growth.

The Rise of the Chief Architect

Many companies now employ chief IT architects whose job it is to develop enterprise technology blueprints and ensure that all divisions, no matter how far-flung they are, operate in sync with that blueprint.

IT Job Seekers Need Not Apply

Many companies are no longer looking for people who want to work just in IT. They're seeking business professionals with tech expertise who are interested in multifaceted careers.

No. 1 Place To Work in IT: USAA

From vacation time to on-site gyms, it's a benefits bonanza at USAA, ranked No. 1 in Computerworld's 2010 Best Places to Work in IT list. But IT employees also enjoy expansive career options and limitless prospects for innovation.

Nationwide SaaS infrastructure could benefit state governments

Michigan CTO Dan Lohrmann thinks every state government could use applications from a central SaaS infrastructure.

Beyond CRM: SaaS Slips Into Mainstream

Pressured to provide faster and better service while also keeping a tight rein on capital costs, businesses of all sizes are turning to SaaS for everything from recruitment and hiring, workforce scheduling and payroll applications to procurement management and even central ERP systems.

Big Budget Cuts Don't Mean the End of Staff Training

A resourceful CISO arranges low-cost training for his staff by working with a local security company. Another tip: Take a cop to lunch.