Layoffs Reveal DE&I Policies at Top Tech Companies May Not Be What You Think
Companies are likely to bury DE&I shortcomings with the backdrop of anticipated recession and “efficiency measures.”
Analysis - Tommy Clift
In-depth analysis of networking, cloud, and AI infrastructure trends
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Data analytics key to tech enterprise DE&I growth
Data is 'top of mind' for diversity, equity, and inclusion practitioners
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SecurityGen Talks Top 5G Network Security Priorities
Telcos are high-target entities for ransomware and security teams will need to prioritize cyberresilience in their business strategy. -
Remote Work Rocketed Data Breach Costs
Remote work causes "an increased attack surface for cybercriminals [and] increasingly costly data breaches,” Proxyrack Fraud Analyst Ariana Bago said. -
Beyond Now CEO: SMBs Are an Untapped Telco Market
Telecom operators haven’t taken the time to understand digital-native small and midsized businesses, according to Beyond Now CEO Angus Ward. -
Djuno CEO: Blockchain faces data storage ‘glass ceiling’
Outside of storing digital assets, 'we are touching the glass ceiling of what [blockchain] can offer' in terms of data storage, Moe Sayadi said.
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TEKsystems DEI Director: It’s time for enterprises to tighten the screws
'We've got to move away from the sizzle and no steak, away from these wonderful sound bites to focusing efforts on real results,' said Franklin Reed.
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Where Is Edge Headed in 2023?
"By reducing instances of data transport, the edge can significantly reduce IT spend for businesses," said Ron Lev, AVP and GM at Cox Edge. -
Gartner: Talent shortage to spike sales leadership diversity
'Sales leaders who are unwilling to challenge existing recruitment efforts stand to miss out on highly qualified candidates,' Gartner warned
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Analysys Mason: Telcos, cloud platforms will make the metaverse real
Improved network infrastructure and the growth of cloud-native platforms will catalyze metaverse adoption, Analysys Mason's Martin Scott explained
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Deloitte Backs Blockchain to Drive Data Truth
"I've never seen an emerging tech with an image problem like blockchain,” Deloitte Chief Futurist Mike Bechtel said. -
Top Tech, Telecom Movers and Shakers in 2022
The SDxCentral editorial team reflects back on 2022 and shares who we thought were key players and industry moves. -
5G’s Race to Space: Top Satellite Articles in 2022
While the push for 5G in space has boomed in 2022, there are many barriers to overcome before it can be broadly used. -
AMD Reflects on 2022 Acquisition Integrations
Xilinx has been a “behemoth to try and integrate” but has led to a promising marriage of roadmaps to “go really big in AI," AMD's Ruth Cotter explained. -
Karat VP: Access for Black Talent Runs Deeper Than Hiring Targets
It's a balance "of reminding ourselves that the numbers are people and that the work that we do is deeper than hiring targets," Crystal Moore said. -
NTT Talks Telecom, Talent, Approaching the Anticipated Recession
"Telecom vendors are moving toward as-a-service business outcome-based offerings," said NTT VP Amit Dhingra. -
5G Fixed-Wireless Fixation Forecasted for 2023
IBM's Andrew Coward claims carrier competition for 5G-fueled fixed-wireless access will continue on a "rapid growth path throughout 2023." -
Oracle Cloud-Native Suite Adds Transparency to Public Safety
SVP Steve Seaone believes “if you bring detachment to emotional interactions, you tend to get better outcomes." -
Telecom Service Price Hikes Will be a ‘Political Issue’ in 2023
“Operators will be under pressure from investors to raise prices in line with inflation," Analysys Mason Partner Tom Rebbeck told SDxCentral. -
Extreme Networks DEI Director: Employees Need to be Heard
When it comes to Extreme’s effort in diversity, equity, and inclusion, “the foundation is built around career, culture, community, and commerce." -
Cisco Refresh Sustains Demand After Two Decades of Operating
"The goal is to incentivize customers to return old or outdated equipment for refurbishment and to be made available again to the right customer," Linda D’Amico said. -
XNET DeWi Network Aims to Become First Blockchain MNO
The company plans to aid service providers with network dead zones, then use its crypto assets to donate cell deployments in under-connected areas. -
What Problem Is the Metaverse Solving?
Remote work that goes beyond calendars and meeting links: “that's a real problem, but the metaverse is not the solution to that,” Adam Riggs said. -
Cisco's Native American Network Lead Pushes for Awareness, Transparency
“The thing I love about Cisco is we are encouraged to have what we call 'courageous conversations,'” said the Native American Network ERG Co-Lead. -
Building a Satellite Mobile Network Is a Challenge, Says Lynk CCO
"In the last 90 days, everybody wants to get into it because it is revolutionary – it’s going to change the way people can act," Lynk CCO explained.