CIOs Reports

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, as demands for networking performance and speed increase, we examine how to keep a handle on costs. Chip makers are investing in PLC flash technology but some think it won't be worth the effort; we investigate. And we listen in as tech industry leaders and politicians discuss the regulation of AI. Read the issue now.

Posted: 19 Jun 2023 | Published: 20 Jun 2023

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we reveal the 13th annual UKtech50 list, with this year's most influential person award shared by secretaries of state for science, innovation and technology Michelle Donelan and Chloe Smith. Also, we examine mounting legal challenges faced by the emergence of generative AI tools such as ChatGPT. Read the issue now.

Posted: 12 Jun 2023 | Published: 13 Jun 2023

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, the UK government has committed £1bn to the semiconductor sector – but can it ever compete with the US and China? The potential of 5G networking could transform manufacturing – we examine the implications. Read the issue now.

Posted: 26 May 2023 | Published: 30 May 2023

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, our latest buyer's guide looks at secure coding and examines the challenges of securing your software supply chain. Cyber law enforcement leaders are calling on firms to end the secrecy around ransomware attacks. And we find out how facial recognition technology is being adopted by retailers. Read the issue now.

Posted: 19 May 2023 | Published: 23 May 2023

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, as the UK plummets down the international rankings for digital government, can its £400m identity system revitalise the UK's digital strategy? Read the issue now.

Posted: 03 Apr 2023 | Published: 04 Apr 2023

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we find out about the digital transformation at Guinness World Records – dedication, that's what you need. We examine the new space race – to launch low-orbit, low-cost communications satellites. And we look at the role of technology in sustainability strategies. Read the issue now.

Posted: 13 Mar 2023 | Published: 14 Mar 2023

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, two years after the Kalifa report laid out a roadmap for continued fintech sector growth, UK entrepreneurs and startups are worried about the lack of progress. We look at the top tech trends in retail and find out which companies are leading the way. And we examine six ways to slash IT emissions. Read the issue now.

Posted: 06 Mar 2023 | Published: 07 Mar 2023

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, as NHS Digital is folded into NHS England, we consider what the merger could mean for the future of NHS IT. We find out how data science and analytics has become an increasingly important function for John Lewis. And we examine the importance of building empathy into metaverse applications. Read the issue now.

Posted: 10 Feb 2023 | Published: 14 Feb 2023

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we examine what the cost-of-living crisis means for IT leaders and tech professionals. We analyse what you need to consider when reversing systems out of the cloud and back on-premise. And Very Group's CIO talks about the post-pandemic challenges facing online retailers. Read the issue now.

Posted: 31 Jan 2023 | Published: 31 Jan 2023

EZINE: In this handbook, focused on CIO trends in the Asia-Pacific region, Computer Weekly looks at predictions for 2023, how the Australian Red Cross managed a donation surge, Mondelez's digital transformation and Singapore's public sector IT strategy.

Posted: 19 Jan 2023 | Published: 19 Jan 2023

INFOGRAPHIC: The key cybersecurity trends expected to shape 2023 run the gamut from the human behind the keyboard to tools embedding machine learning. Here's the lowdown on six trends IT services executives expect to encounter this year.

Posted: 16 Jan 2023 | Published: 17 Jan 2023

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, the Post Office IT scandal inquiry continues to reveal shocking details – we review the latest evidence. We examine progress of the roll-out of fast broadband across the UK. And as the Online Safety Bill returns to Parliament, we look at the arguments about how to keep the internet safe. Read the issue now.

Posted: 16 Dec 2022 | Published: 20 Dec 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, there's a hidden environmental cost to the vast volumes of data being generated – we examine what can be done to address it. We talk to the CISO of consumer reviews site Trustpilot, about building trust in IT security. And we look at what IT leaders can do if they inherit a toxic team environment. Read the issue now.

Posted: 28 Nov 2022 | Published: 29 Nov 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, as the FIFA World Cup opens in Qatar, we examine the cyber security threats from criminals targeting the event. We report from the Gartner Symposium on the latest predictions for enterprise software development. And we talk to the CIO of Kyiv City Council about managing IT in the shadow of war. Read the issue now.

Posted: 18 Nov 2022 | Published: 22 Nov 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, Russian hackers leaked emails and documents from British government, military, and intelligence officials – we examine the implications. New EU laws will govern online safety and the use of AI, but what do they mean for organisations? And we look at the growth in checkout-free shopping. Read the issue now.

Posted: 17 Oct 2022 | Published: 18 Oct 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, after the government scrapped its IR35 reforms, we examine what IT contractors need to know. With hybrid working, employee experience is a priority – we look at how it meshes with customer experience initiatives. And we assess the options for unstructured data storage in the cloud and on-premise. Read the issue now.

Posted: 07 Oct 2022 | Published: 11 Oct 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we talk to snack giant Mondelez, the owner of Cadbury, about how AI and data are transforming its business. SAP is increasing support costs for the first time in years – we assess the impact on customers. And a Ukrainian tech CEO tells us how his company kept going despite the Russian invasion. Read the issue now.

Posted: 23 Sep 2022 | Published: 27 Sep 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we look at the latest space race, as satellite firms compete to provide high-speed connectivity. Is the datacentre sector hindering house building in the UK? We find out what's really going on. And we talk to the IT director of the Mercedes Formula One team about how data helps to win races. Read the issue now.

Posted: 15 Aug 2022 | Published: 16 Aug 2022

EGUIDE: Since its beginnings nearly 40 years ago, the job of an organization's top IT executive has involved the cost-effective and strategic management of IT systems. But today's CIOs must also understand how IT drives business transformation.

Posted: 21 Jul 2022 | Published: 20 Jul 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, as sustainability rises up the corporate agenda, IT leaders say more collaboration is needed to meet climate goals. Microsoft faces further calls for greater transparency over software tools used to monitor employees. And the cyber security industry warns over an increasing loss of talent. Read the issue now.

Posted: 24 Jun 2022 | Published: 28 Jun 2022

EBOOK: Increasing environmental concerns have made companies consider the circular economy model. In this 17page buyer's guide, Computer Weekly looks at how organisations can become more sustainable, whether Amazon's server pledge will catch on and how CIOs can adapt their procurement strategies to fight climate change.

Posted: 20 Jun 2022 | Published: 20 Jun 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, the former CEO of bed retailer Dreams explains how digital, data and communication helped turn round a failing company. The UK government has a new digital strategy – but it all seems rather familiar. And we talk to the tech firms trialling a four-day working week. Read the issue now.

Posted: 17 Jun 2022 | Published: 21 Jun 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, millions of people have difficulties when using websites – we find out how Boots is making its e-commerce offering fully accessible. Our new buyer's guide examines communications as a service. And we talk to Trainline's CTO about how the rail app provider survived and thrived post-pandemic. Read the issue now.

Posted: 03 May 2022 | Published: 03 May 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, the results of our annual salary survey show pay returning to pre-pandemic levels and work-life balance a growing consideration. As sustainability becomes a critical issue, we look at how datacentres can meet emissions targets. And we find out how IT leaders can help protect children online. Read the issue now.

Posted: 22 Apr 2022 | Published: 26 Apr 2022

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, as the US ramps up semiconductor sanctions on China, we examine the ramifications across the tech sector. Cyber criminals are turning to new forms of encryption – we talk to the Dutch researchers trying to catch them. And we look at what cloud providers need to do to improve customer experience. Read the issue now.

Posted: 04 Nov 2022 | Published: 08 Nov 2022