Mary K. Pratt
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Mary K. Pratt is a freelance writer based in Massachusetts.
2017 Premier 100 Tech Leader: Olaf Romer
Profile of 2017 Premier 100 Technology Leader Olaf Romer, head of corporate IT and group CIO at Baloise Group.
Burning Man's tech director brings full-scale IT to Black Rock City
Heather Gallagher, director of technology for the annual 70,000-participant Burning Man event in the Nevada desert, leads a team that builds, runs and dismantles the IT infrastructure needed for the temporary metropolis known as Black...
Master Class: Digital Edge 25 honorees pioneer the digital-centric enterprise
IDG's Digital Edge 25 awards recognize digital transformation initiatives with significant, measurable business impact.
Healthcare, retail industries give blockchain a try
Moving beyond its roots with bitcoin, blockchain gets a tryout in industries where it may have the potential to evolve or disrupt standard practices.
IT moves to open workspaces, but not everyone is happy
In an effort to boost collaboration and attract millennials, even old-school organizations are tearing down their cubicle walls. But is shared space the best environment for serious IT work?
Tapping into IT’s in-house entrepreneurs
Visionary CIOs say the fastest way to meet the demands of digital transformation is to empower IT employees. Here’s what it takes to build an entrepreneurial team.
Legacy to the rescue: Well-tuned foundational systems make cutting-edge projects possible
The savings gained from efficient management of legacy systems can be used to fund projects that explore innovative new technologies.
The No. 1 large place to work in IT, 2016: Quicken Loans
Innovation and collaboration are priorities at Quicken Loans, allowing ambitious IT employees to sharpen their skills amid a strong sense of community and shared purpose.
Videocast: How top companies keep techies happy
Computerworld editors discuss trends in IT employee compensation, training and benefits at the organizations on this year's Best Places to Work in IT list.
7 ways to get the most from your vendors
Strategies have changed dramatically in the past few years, with new approaches like consolidating your vendor lineup and choosing smaller vendor partners.
As CIO, this former CFO's mission is to empower business partners
A business-focused technology leader, Herve Coureil spent most of his career at Schneider Electric outside of IT, even serving as a CFO for a while, before he became CIO and helped build a global IT operation.
IT Salary Survey 2016: 10 tech specialties with rising salaries
As demand for skilled IT pros continues to grow, employers are paying top dollar to attract and retain talent -- particularly in these 10 fields.
Efficiency hacks for IT: 6 tips for getting things done
Modern tech leaders wear many hats -- too many, sometimes. Here are six expert tips from seasoned IT pros on how to re-architect your day for maximum impact with minimal stress.
2016 Premier 100 Tech Leader: Adam L. Stanley
Profile of 2016 Premier 100 Technology Leader Adam L. Stanley, global CIO at Cushman & Wakefield
2016 Premier 100 Tech Leader: Chris Hjelm
Profile of 2016 Premier 100 Technology Leader Chris Hjelm, executive vice president and CIO at The Kroger Co.
2016 Premier 100 Tech Leader: Carol Borowski
Profile of 2016 Premier 100 Technology Leader Carol Borowski, senior vice president of strategic sourcing and testing at Citizens Bank.
2016 Premier 100 Tech Leader: Chris Contakes
Profile of 2016 Premier 100 Technology Leader Chris Contakes, vice president of IT and CIO of The Pew Charitable Trusts.
2016 Premier 100 Tech Leader: Anthony Bolton
Profile of 2016 Premier 100 Technology Leader Anthony Bolton, CIO of global telecommunications at General Motors.
An IT leader who believes in the impossible
Inspiring a team to make a difference is what drives success, says Peter B. Nichol, one of the the IT leaders behind Connecticut's Health Insurance Exchange.