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AI agents are rewriting the enterprise playbook. In this #TodayinTech episode, Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff joins host Keith Shaw to explain how agentic AI is delivering measurable impact—from 93% accuracy benchmarks to real-world use at companies like Singapore Airlines, Lennar Homes., and Disney The Walt Disney Company. Automating frontline operations Driving CX innovation at scale Cutting costs while boosting productivity Accelerating strategic AI adoption with guardrails CIOs can trust Enterprise transformation is accelerating. The leaders who act now will define what’s next. ▶️ Watch the interview + read Computerworld Senior Reporter Lucas Mearian’s article: https://lnkd.in/eXVnJVEM #AIagents #CIOstrategy #EnterpriseLeadership #PartnerBrand

Expertise Pays: The Tech Skills Driving Big Salary Bumps 👉 Read the full article by senior writer Sarah White to see where your skills could take you: https://trib.al/9Wof4QZ Expertise pays off — and some skills pay a lot more. Dice’s 2025 Tech Salary Report shows AI and other skills can boost your salary by $10K or more. Even with layoffs, tech talent with the right skills remains in high demand. Learn which skills are the most lucrative across industries. Further reading by Sarah White: https://lnkd.in/eKzd-tZy #TechCareers #ITSkills #SalaryTrends Image Credit: Rob Schultz

“More stamina than style.” That’s what today’s IT leaders need, says Sastry Durvasula, Chief Operating, Information & Digital Officer at TIAA. Watch here👉https://trib.al/rTWZPxk In this #CIOLeadershipLive episode with host Maryfran Johnson, he shares bold insights on: Merging CIO + COO roles in a complex enterprise How #GenAI and #AgenticAI "are changing everything” Building resilience in volatile markets 🎧 Watch or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube Music. 📚 Related reading: https://lnkd.in/epKQhPqg #GenAILeadership #CIOInsights #DigitalResilience

Unlocking Revenue from the Data You Already Have 👉https://trib.al/aCrnAgd Enterprise data isn’t just noise—it’s a goldmine. Journalist John Edwards shares expert insights on how to turn your data into new revenue streams: Find and extract actionable value Monetize safely and ethically Avoid common data traps 📈 Read the full article to get started. https://lnkd.in/eP7jt6PD #DataMonetization #DigitalTransformation #EnterpriseData Brian Stoller Kathryn Rudy ISG (Information Services Group) Agility Writer Adam Yong Sikich Rick Young My Humanoid Iliyan Paskalev Image Credit: Rob Schultz

Legacy systems are holding insurers back — draining IT budgets, creating data silos, and limiting AI innovation. Read here: https://trib.al/U3fG88T In his opinion piece, Sid Dixit, Software Engineer CopperPoint Insurance Companies, explains how Delta Lakehouse architecture offers a smarter path forward. By unifying data across operations, insurers can boost agility, improve security, and unlock real growth. ⬇️ Read the full article to explore the future of insurance tech. #InsuranceInnovation #DataLakehouse #AIFuture Ed Murray Iasa Global

Join Sun Life, EVP & Chief Information and Technology Innovation Officer, Laura Money, BASc, MBA, ICD.D as she explores building advocates in career development, championing women in tech, and advancing AI innovation. Discover her vision for a cutting-edge center of excellence designed to drive business productivity on CIO Leadership Live with Lee Rennick. IDC Watch here: https://trib.al/qSWJEr3 Follow Sun Life Canada on Instagram: https://lnkd.in/eM_wM_xS

In a world of constant disruption, IQ alone won’t future-proof your leadership. Read here 👉https://trib.al/27t1N6p In her thought-provoking piece, Technology Innovator Lisa Pratico argues that modern IT leaders must balance IQ, EQ, and AQ—intelligence, emotional intelligence, and adaptability—to drive innovation and transformation that lasts. She explores why: Empathy is a business skill Adaptability is a leadership requirement And emotional intelligence is essential for building resilient, high-impact teams If you're navigating #AI, #cybersecurity, or digital strategy, this is a must-read roadmap for leading with both vision and humanity. #TechLeadership #InnovationStrategy #DigitalTransformation Ed Murray Iasa Global

Is privacy dead—or are we just too tired to care? I sat down with Ron De Jesus, Field Chief Privacy Officer at Transcend, for a candid Today in Tech conversation about the real state of digital privacy. Most people have given up. “I’ve got nothing to hide” or “It’s all out there anyway.” Sound familiar? That mindset? Dangerous. In this episode, we unpack: 🔍 Why apathy is thriving What transparency really looks like (and why companies fail at it) How to shrink your digital footprint Whether AI is the hero—or the villain What to tell your teen about TikTok (Yes, Ron’s even on it.) If you care about your data—or wonder if it’s too late—this episode is for you. ▶️ Watch now: https://trib.al/ZLamRAU #TodayInTech #DigitalPrivacy #DataProtection #Cybersecurity #TechEthics #AI Keith Shaw

Thanks to everyone who weighed in on our first #PollFriday! The top challenge in cloud-to-cloud workload migration? According to your votes, it's the lack of a clear business case to begin with. As Scott Wheeler points out, while cloud services may look similar, their implementations and pricing structures vary, making ROI tough to nail down. Coming in second: the complexity of rebuilding cloud-specific automations. Most provider tools don’t transfer easily, adding time, cost, and risk to any migration. We'll return shortly with a fresh question; join us on another Friday! #CloudMigration #MulticloudStrategy #CIOInsights Ed Murray Asperitas Consulting

Why do AI tools “hallucinate”? This week, the Smart Answers AI assistant tackled this critical issue. If your chatbot sounds confident but gets the facts wrong, you’re not alone. The blog breaks down why it happens and how grounding your models in real data is key to stopping the nonsense. Read the blog post by Foundry brands' Global Content and Editorial Director, Matt Egan: https://trib.al/OId1kzC #SmartAnswers #CIOInsights #DigitalLeadership #AIGovernance Computerworld CSO Online Network World