Formula 1 racing: Sensors, data, speed, and the Internet of Things
The CIO of Williams Martini Racing explains how the famous team instruments both cars and drivers in the quest of win.
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IT failure at Heathrow T5: What really happened
Anyone having the misfortune to pass recently through Heathrow's new Terminal 5 knows the huge project debuted as a case study in full-blown systems failure. Most reports have focused on stranded customers, a crazed supermodel, and Queen Elizabeth's grand opening speech, which called the terminal "a 21st Century gateway to Britain."Here's my rundown of the major failures and why this debacle happened.
Huawei talks innovation, design, customer success, and 5G wireless
The huge Chinese telecom supplier has revenue of $60B with major plans to expand and grow.
CIO playbook: Citizen development is your 'most important' tool
Chief Information Officers must innovate, deliver faster than ever before, and reduce costs. Low-code environments can help IT balance these conflicting and challenging mandates.
Billion-dollar IT failure at Census Bureau
The US Census Bureau faces cost overruns up to $2 billion on an IT initiative replacing paper-based data collection methods with specialized handheld devices for the upcoming 2010 census. The Bureau has not implemented longstanding Government Accountability Office (GAO) recommendations and may therefore be forced to scrap the program. Harris Corp., the contractor associated with this incompetently managed initiative, was awarded a $600 million contract to develop the handhelds and related software.
Minnesota HealthMatch: A perfect storm for IT failure
When poor judgment and lousy communication meet genuinely bad technology, it creates an awful perfect storm where IT failure is almost certain. Minnesota's Department of Human Services (DHS) just closed out such a project.
Apple vs Samsung phones: We compare the Galaxy S series and the iPhone XS
Should you buy the latest Apple or Samsung device? And which size? This guide breaks down the factors that matter most to business buyers and consumers alike.
10 reasons for IT failure
Readers of this blog know IT initiatives generally fail for business, organizational, or cultural reasons. Sure, technology screw-ups occur all the time, but that's one of the realities to be managed. Success or failure ultimately depends on how project leadership manages the full range of technical- and non-technical issues.
21 ways to flog dead horse projects
After writing my last post, which was on this same topic, I learned about 21 special techniques organizations use to deny their true state of failure.This is from the Humor Archives blog, but it's actually not funny at all.
Bridging the gap between brand promise and customer experience
Marketers have a special role to play as advocates between brands and consumers. These four tips will help you create authentic, great relationships with buyers and prospects.