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CIO risk-taking 101: Playing it safe isn’t safe

CIO Business Intelligence

As CIO, you’re in the risk business. Or rather, every part of your responsibilities entails risk, whether you’re paying attention to it or not. There are, for example, those in leadership roles who, while promoting the value of risk-taking, also insist on “holding people accountable.” You can’t lose.

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Is it worth measuring software developer productivity? CIOs weigh in

CIO Business Intelligence

This has spurred interest around understanding and measuring developer productivity, says Keith Mann, senior director, analyst, at Gartner. Therefore, engineering leadership should measure software developer productivity, says Mann, but also understand how to do so effectively and be wary of pitfalls.

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How Insurance Companies Use Data To Measure Risk And Choose Rates

Smart Data Collective

Here is the type of data insurance companies use to measure a client’s potential risk and determine rates. Traditional data, like demographics, continues to be a factor in risk assessment. Teens and young adults are less experienced drivers and, therefore, at risk for more car accidents. Demographics. This includes: Age.

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Businesses Must Cope with the Benefits and Risks of Cloud Computing

Smart Data Collective

A growing number of companies are discovering that it offers tremendous benefits, but there are also some downsides to it. What Are the Benefits of Cloud Computing for Businesses? It is becoming increasingly popular among businesses due to its cost-effective nature and scalability.

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Gen AI is a game-changer in bond investment risk assessment

CIO Business Intelligence

Their steady income stream and relatively low risk compared to equities make them an especially important component of pension and retirement planning. Each type of issuer presents a different level of risk and tax treatment. Bonds are issued by different entities such as governments, municipalities, and corporations.

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Top 15 Warehouse KPIs & Metrics For Efficient Management 

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Keep on reading to learn a definition, benefits, and a warehouse KPI list with the most prominent examples any manager should be tracking to achieve operational success. It allows for informed decision-making and efficient risk mitigation. With the power of data, you can boost your warehouse efficiency at the lowest possible cost.

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How Svevia connects roads, risk, and refuse through the cloud

CIO Business Intelligence

“Waterfall projects may seem easier to understand from an overall point of view, but if it’s about ongoing innovation together with a customer to bring out new effects and benefits, then we need to be iterative even in complex projects,” she says. “At This leads to environmental benefits and fewer transports.

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