Our thoughts on where tech and tech culture go next

Brands and manufacturers need to change the way they operate to meet the expectations of always-on consumers. In this article, we’ll look at the conscious and unconscious behaviors associated with purchasing and using smart technology, the importance of creating an outstanding consumer experience, and how businesses can learn fast.

The answer is yes, but with a qualifying statement: the tools of tomorrow are not the tools of the past. CIO Jim VanderMey discusses the evolution of data center disciplines and the problem of business alignment in this article.

In traditional manufacturing models, product development cycles can take years. At the end of the process, devices are purchased by consumers. In order to create a connected product and strengthen relationships with consumers, manufacturers must operate differently.

Innovation is work, especially when you try to factor in human behavior. Teams are eager to start designing and building once an idea strikes, but research and planning are critical for your team to innovate products and features that can truly help your business and consumers.

What’s involved in change management? How does it intersect with digital transformation? How can your business drive new growth? Get all the details in this article.

Where does this lack of enthusiasm come from? To Vervint Design Director Brian Hauch, failure to communicate is one common reason exciting innovations fall flat. In this article, we will look at what a communication strategy looks like, how to improve your approach, and the importance of telling stories.

You’ve heard the term digital transformation. But what does it mean? In this article, we’ll begin understanding the process of digital transformation by examining how it places the customer’s journey at the forefront of innovation, product development, and other business processes.

Most healthcare organizations are considering options for extending on-premise infrastructure in the public cloud. In this article, we examine the benefits and high-level process considerations for healthcare cloud adoption.

A smart product is just one part of the process. It’s not the end of the story. Are you creating a seamless connected experience between the consumer and the product? A connected product is designed for manufacturers building relationships with consumers.

Building the case for making interoperability a necessary part of the IT purchases we make, particularly in healthcare IT.

Vervint achieved Amazon Web Services (AWS) IoT Competency status — recognizing our deep expertise and team of accredited and certified technical consultants.

Throughout the two decades that we’ve consulted in this area, the role of the CIO has continued to change, resulting in four distinct personas. Read more.