BusinessWeek -- CEO Guide To Technology
BusinessWeek -- CEO Guide To Technology
New technologies are revolutionizing the way companies -- from Web startups to Dow titans -- manage their businesses. This monthly podcast series will highlight innovation in areas like next-generation Web applications, IT security, and even podcasting.
Augmented Reality on Smartphones
In recent months, dozens of new augmented reality applications have been created for mobile devices, particularly the iPhone 3GS. With these apps, mobile workers use their smartphone's camera to see the real world superimposed with digital information
The Smart Grid
Today many utilities are starting to modernize their electricity grids. These changes will eventually let both consumers and enterprise customers exercise more control over how they pay for and use power
The Outlook for Tech Jobs
The downturn has taken its toll on tech workers. Yet the rate of job losses appears to be slowing, and some experts see signs of stabilization. Looking forward, where will the jobs be?
Rural Broadband
Craig Settles talks about the challenges of handing out $7.2 billion in loans and grants from the economic stimulus bill to bring high-speed Internet to the hinterlands
Laptop Security
According to the security firm Symantec, about 66% of all identities exposed in 2008 were from the theft or loss of laptops, USB keys, and other backup devices. Rachael King interthe Ponemon Institute's founder, Larry Ponemon
Carbon Footprints at Work
Stephen Stokes of AMR Research says that companies are feeling pressure to calculate and manage their total greenhouse gas emissions. Some companies are using enterprise carbon accounting software for the task.
Your iPhone Can Work on the Job
The iPhone was originally intended for consumers but Apple is taking steps to make it more enterprise-friendly. Increasingly, CEOs want IT departments to support iPhones for corporate purposes. We'll talk about the benefits and challenges
E-Health for All Americans
In an interview with Lynne Dunbrack, BusinessWeek investigates the potential benefits and challenges of moving to computerized health records.
Intelligence Software for Business
Some companies are weathering the recession with the help of business intelligence software. BusinessWeek columnist Rachael King interForrester's Boris Evelson about the right approach to this tool.
Intelligence Software for Business
Some companies are weathering the recession with the help of business intelligence software. BusinessWeek columnist Rachael King interForrester's Boris Evelson about the right approach to this tool.
Intelligence Software for Business
Some companies are weathering the recession with the help of business intelligence software. BusinessWeek columnist Rachael King interForrester's Boris Evelson about the right approach to this tool.
CEO Guide to Tech
Gartner's Frances Karamouzis on what to do when your offshore provider melts down
Virtual Desktops
If you've ever wished you had access to your work PC without having to lug around a corporate laptop, then virtual desktops might be for you. Desktop virtualization lets you use your corporate software and documents from any computer.
Open-Source Software
Open-source software can be downloaded for free from the Internet. Analysts predict that companies will turn to open-source software to save money during this economic downturn.
Finding Bargains on Secondhand IT
At many companies, IT budgets are tight these days. But savvy buyers can find good deals on used gear. Excel Telecommunications estimates it saves 50% buying used routers and switches. Here's a look at where to find deals and what to know before you buy
Making Prototypes for 3D Printing
3D printing is the conversion of a 3D image-of a toy car or cell phone, say-into a 3D prototype using a special type of printer. It has been used mostly in large industrial companies. But prices are dropping, to 10,000 now and maybe 5,000 dollars next ...
Microblogging for Businesses
Consumers began microblogging in 2006 with the advent of Twitter. Recently, companies from JetBlue to GM have begun taking up the practice as a way to keep in touch with customers.
Corporate Cloud Computing
Corporations are starting to look at the potential benefits of cloud computing--computing power obtained through the Internet. But large companies have particular security and reliability needs. Here, a talk about cloud computing within the enterprise
Disaster Tech
Rachael King talks with InSTEDD Vice-President and COO Judith Kleinberg and CTO Robert Kirkpatrick about technology that can help when disaster strikes

