In our last post we talked about legacy modernization and how important it is to take a look at the big picture. It is not just about ripping out old technology and replacing it with new one. Legacy modernization should … Continue reading
by Rajeev Kumar When we hear the word “Legacy Transformation” (sometimes called modernization), the first thing we think of is replacing older technology with newer technology. I don’t think this is the wrong view; it’s just not the complete view. … Continue reading
By Cheri Mangum, Freeborders, We live in a world where almost anything can be bought on the internet and consumers can access the internet on almost any phone. Though currently only 3% ($8 billion in 2012) of US online purchases … Continue reading
The regulatory environment has become more complex in recent years. New legislation demands that financial companies improve their levels of governance, risk and compliance management (GRC) and increase their overall transparency. The strict requirements of regulations such as Dodd-Frank, Sox … Continue reading
By: Rajeev Kumar Any company that has been around for 10 to 20 years (or more) has seen their IT systems go through many changes (applications, platforms, business workflow) to keep up with the business needs. Unfortunately, these legacy systems … Continue reading
By Cheri Mangum, Freeborders, SoLoMo (Social, Local, Mobile), the newest portmanteau of the mobile world, is more than just a fancy buzz word. Coined in 2010 by John Doerr, a partner at VC firm Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byer, it … Continue reading
It’s no secret that mobile app downloads are on the climb. According to GetJar1, the second largest mobile application store on the planet, downloads across all handsets have multiplied 700% in the last four years. Mobile apps have opened new … Continue reading
The IT industry is a popular work place. Technology is a prominent aspect of how a business is run. Of course as times change, IT skills considered to be essential for developing IT infrastructure and services adjust accordingly. Here are … Continue reading
By Jim Reesing Risk comes from not knowing what you’re doing. —Warren Buffet Geopolitical risk is the chance a company takes when outsourcing some of their business to another country. The risks can be geographical like natural catastrophes, or political … Continue reading
By Jim Reesing While a company may need to reduce costs or source new talent pools, they have to be aware of four potential hurdles that could prevent outsourcing success. 1. Lack of Real Understanding of Outsourcing Country In order … Continue reading
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