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Entries Tagged as 'HR & People in IT'

The Expert Guide to Managing Analysts and Research Partners

August 20th, 2008 · No Comments

Learn how to get the best from your IT research and analyst partners by participating in an educational seminar lead by GSK’s ex-head of external information resources, Dr Tony Law.
At the session, Dr Law will be explaining how he managed his research partners at global pharma giant GSK, how he distributed and cascaded relevant information […]

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Tags: Applications · Architecture & Strategy · Governance & Standards · HR & People in IT · Operations & Service Management · Security & Business Continuity

SAP price hikes: What’s your view?

July 29th, 2008 · No Comments

According to press reports, SAP’s changes to its support service contracts could see costs increase from 17 per cent of contract value to 22 per cent.
However, initial research among the Forum indicates that awareness of the changes is low and among those that have been told, frustrations are high.
Many feel that the price hikes are […]

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Tags: Applications · Architecture & Strategy · Governance & Standards · HR & People in IT · Operations & Service Management · Programme & Project Management · Security & Business Continuity

Anyone for an old PC?

July 18th, 2008 · No Comments

Selling unwanted or out of date PCs and laptops to staff received an overwhelming thumbs down from members taking part in a recent online debate.Having trialled such schemes, users report that selling old kit can place a major burden on already busy IT departments.
Selling means that IT staff have to spend time thoroughly cleaning data […]

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Tags: Applications · Business Relations & IT Policy · HR & People in IT · Infrastructure · Operations & Service Management · Uncategorized

Verbatim: We need your vote

July 9th, 2008 · No Comments

After being recently nominated for a Computer Weekly IT Blog Award, The Forum’s Verbatim blog has now been shortlisted by a panel of judges into the final draw.The final winner will be decided by your votes so please click on the ‘Vote for Me’ badge and cast your vote for Verbatim to win an award.
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Tags: Applications · Governance & Standards · HR & People in IT · Supplier Management & Procurement · Technologies

The Real IT Awards 2008 - Get the recognition you deserve!

June 26th, 2008 · No Comments

There can be no greater accolade than that bestowed by your peers. The Real IT Awards represent the pinnacle of achievement in corporate IT - created by users of corporate IT for users of corporate IT. No sponsors, advertisers or consultants.
These awards reflect the Corporate IT Forum’s totally independent, trusted emphasis on Real IT. As […]

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Tags: Applications · Applications · Architecture & Strategy · Business Relations & IT Policy · Governance & Standards · HR & People in IT · Infrastructure · Operations & Service Management · Programme & Project Management · Security & Business Continuity · Supplier Management & Procurement · Technologies

CTO Interview: Simon Post, Carphone Warehouse

June 19th, 2008 · No Comments

Simon Post, The Carphone Warehouse’s Chief Technology Officer, writes about the change programme he has been leading within IT, and offers his tips on leading a corporate IT function in a rapidly growing business.
Now the world’s largest mobile retailer, The Carphone Warehouse has experienced dramatic growth since its formation 18 years ago. The company has also succeeded at […]

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Tags: Applications · Architecture & Strategy · Governance & Standards · HR & People in IT · Operations & Service Management · Programme & Project Management · Supplier Management & Procurement