What Are the Implications of the new EU DORA Regulation and Operational Resilience Requirements for financial services companies?
The financial sector is bracing itself for the EU’s Regulation on Digital Operational Resilience for the Financial Sector (DORA), effective from 17 January 2025. One of the most talked about topics currently in legal, financial services and cyber security circles, Jonathan Armstrong, Partner at Punter Southall Law and expert in compliance and technology law, shares […]
Unlocking opportunities for growth with sovereign cloud
In the age of artificial intelligence, startups, online services, and cloud technologies, data has become a critical strategic asset. As data constantly moves between different platforms and locations, it not only needs to be safeguarded from external threats, but also readily available to fuel innovation. With its laser focus on growth, the UK is constantly […]
Speed, Efficiency and Personalisation will get you ahead in 2025
6 key trends for IT and consulting in 2025 Market innovation has been the aim of the game for businesses since the beginning, and competition across all sectors has only intensified with the evolution of IT hardware and software. To ensure that new and long-standing digital technologies including cloud, edge and AI provide value long-term, […]
AI in global security: the great detective?
Imagine a detective, a geopolitical analyst and crisis expert with photographic memory, capable of sifting through vast datasets in seconds, and possessing an uncanny ability to spot patterns and connections that would elude even the most seasoned analyst and generate a response. That’s the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications across global security; transforming the […]
Beyond the Hype: Why Open Source Is the Future of Corporate Ecosystem
Open source is no longer considered a risky, cost-cutting move for developers and companies. It’s now a core pillar of modern tech strategy and architecture. Once approached with caution, open-source software can become essential for organizations of all sizes, from startups to global enterprises. Beyond its cost-effectiveness, open source brings strategic advantages, offering reliability, community-driven […]
Having it both ways – bringing the cloud to on-premises data storage
Like everything in the IT world, enterprise data storage is constantly evolving. One of the biggest changes it has seen in recent years has been the development of services where suppliers of conventional on-premises storage systems deploy and manage their products on customers’ premises. These storage-as-a-service, or StaaS, offerings are now becoming increasingly popular in […]
Five AI Predictions for 2025
Laura Baldwin, President of O’Reilly offers her top five predictions for AI progress in the coming year. Prediction: To more responsibly address the impact of AI and automated systems, organisations will adopt balanced overarching AI policies that account for the evolving obligations they have to all stakeholders, including shareholders, employees, customers, and business partners. Companies must […]
6 AI and Data Management Trends for Smart Businesses to Embrace in 2025
By now, virtually every business has heard of AI, and most realize that effective data management is a key ingredient for using AI effectively. Many companies also have mature AI and data management tools and processes in place. But the world of AI and data management is changing quickly, and being at the forefront today […]
Route Optimisation for Profit, Productivity and Driver Safety
For logistics businesses, utilising route planning and optimisation tools can be the difference between having a satisfied customer or not. And whilst maximising volume density, reducing miles travelled and fuel costs are the most immediate and desired outcomes, the primary goal of optimisation is to improve overall fleet efficiency and achieve customer service objectives. A […]
Navigating the Future: Cloud Migration Journeys and Data Security
For years, businesses have been chasing innovation with cloud platforms, moving beyond the limitations of legacy technology for greater speed and agility, and sharpening their competitive edge. However, all businesses often face challenges that complicate cloud migration, driving up costs and timelines while exposing the business to data security risks. Ultimately, these challenges block businesses […]