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Ford’s high-tech business transformation, fueled by cloud

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s wholesale pivot to technology has transformed not only the automaker’s business operations but its corporate identity. “We We have become much more of a software company than we were 10 to 20 years ago,” says John Musser, director of engineering for Ford’s commercial division, Ford Pro. Ford Motor Co.’s

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IT as a catalyst for business transformation: Strategies for CIOs

CIO

Digital transformation itself is advancing rapidly. In my work with industry-leading CIOs who help their organizations transform, I see four ways that IT leaders can help their companies transform: 1. On the upside, more competition invites more innovation opportunities and can translate into better value.

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Generative AI won’t automate your way to business model innovation

CIO

Restructuring and automating are necessary parts of business survival. But as legendary Apple designer Jony Ive once advised Airbnb co-founder and CEO Brian Chesky as the company mulled cuts, “You’re not going to cut your way to innovation.” Future-proofing work now becomes a mandate and an opportunity to innovate.

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On the cutting edge: Celebrating 30 years of technological innovation and leadership at Thoughtworks

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But especially in the rapidly changing technology industry, it demonstrates a relentless, company-wide commitment to innovation and client impact. They have helped hundreds of businesses to use technology to build leaner, more responsive, and more adaptive organizations. Are we still innovating? Murphy said.

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Microsoft and Cognizant team up to boost enterprise Copilot adoption

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Microsoft is opening another route for extending the reach of its Copilot offerings in the enterprise through an expanded partnership with global professional services company Cognizant. This partnership provides CIOs with access to AI tools that can greatly accelerate innovation and improve customer experiences.”

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How to Choose the Right Cloud Consulting Company for Your Business?

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Choosing the Right cloud consulting company can be a tedious task. Now, there are numerous companies that are claiming to provide the best cloud consulting services for Business Transformation. Let us start by understanding the importance of Cloud Consulting for Businesses.

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Long and winding railroad – heading for the cloud

CIO

The Union Pacific challenge: standardize for speed The team at Union Pacific could see the importance of speed beyond the railroad, in business operations innovation and use of artificial intelligence. We’re a legacy company,” said Michelle Clark, AVP, Enterprise Systems at Union Pacific Railroad.

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