13 Jan Best IT Blogs 2018: Must-Read Resources for CIOs, IT & Security Pros
Information Technology. Sometimes we get so focused on the bits and bytes side of the equation we forget about the information part. When it comes right down to it, IT is all about using technology to inform, to communicate, to make the business of doing business easier and more understandable.
That’s why we compiled this list. Originally created last year with 50 top IT blogs, we’ve expanded this year’s update to include 70 leading resources for IT professionals, including blogs, discussion forums, niche industry publications, and the best resources for CIOs and CTOs. VertitechIT’s top 70 IT blogs, forums, and resources were selected because they are among the most current, frequently updated, credible, and informative sources of information related to IT on the web today. From musings of industry leaders, to the veteran guys and gals in the trenches who chronicle their IT journeys, these 70 blogs and resources all have something important to say about the IT world of today, and tomorrow.
If your IT department isn’t saving you money, making you money, or improving your efficiency, you need to head in a new direction. The 70 blogs listed here (categorized and listed in alphabetical order within each section) in our updated list for 2018 should give you a few ideas on how to get there. Click on a link to jump to a specific section below:
- Individual Bloggers
- Mainstream Tech Publications
- Blogs for CIOs and CTOs
- Blogs by IT Organizations
- Communities, Discussion Boards, and RSS Aggregators
- Niche Industry Publications
Individual Bloggers
1. Adventures in Automation
@tjmaher1
TJ Maher has worked in the software testing field since 1996, and since 2015, he’s also been an automation developer and blogger. He started Adventures in Automation in 2015, initially as a way to store the “copious amounts of notes” he found himself taking when he began interviewing for automated development positions. At Adventures in Automation, you’ll find posts on topics ranging from automated testing frameworks to security testing and software quality assurance.
Three posts we like from Adventures in Automation:
- The Secret to My Success as a Software Tester? Dungeons and Dragons!
- Notes: How to Become an Automation Engineer, by Angie Jones
- “Dear TJ: How can one become an expert in automation?
Anoop’s is “a blog about infrastructure management,” which focuses on Microsoft technologies, primarily SCCM. Blogger Anoop C. Nair uses this blog as a tech diary of sorts, documenting the most interesting issues he encounters from day to day in his tech life. With 17+ years of experience in information technology, Anoop provides informative tutorials, tips, and more for the IT community.
Three posts we like from Anoop’s:
- SCCM Intune Architecture Decision Making Tips and Sample Diagram
- Short URLs for Lazy Microsoft Intune Admins
- Overview Windows 10 Co-Management with Intune and SCCM
3. David Strom’s Web Informant
@dstrom
David Strom is a B2B IT journalist who contributes to Network World, TechTarget, and SecurityIntelligence.com, as well as a variety of other publications. He offers insights on a multitude of computing and IT topics.
Three posts we like from David Strom’s Web Informant:
- HPE Enterprise.nxt: How to Protect Hidden Windows Services from Attacks
- iBoss blog: A Review of the Notable Vulnerabilities of 2017
- Gregory FCA newsletter: How to get your annual year-end security reports noticed and read
Dan Stolts, the blogger behind IT Pro Guru, is an expert in systems management, technology strategy, and security. In addition to his role as Chief Technology Strategist for Microsoft, Stolts owns several businesses and is a published author, providing plenty of insights to empower other IT professionals with useful tutorials, coverage of industry events, and more.
Three posts we like from IT Pro Guru:
- DevOps and Bots, What you need to know!
- DevOps, Containers and Next Generation Microservices
- Microsoft and Linux… Better Together
5. Krebs on Security
@briankrebs
Brian Krebs has more than two decades of experience writing about security, initially for The Washington Post. Today, he blogs at Krebs on Security, which has become one of the most widely read and regarded blogs in the information security space.
Three posts we like from Krebs on Security:
- Scary Chip Flaws Raise Spectre of Meltdown
- 4 Years After Target, the Little Guy is the Target
- The Market for Stolen Account Credentials
John Herbert is the blogger behind MovingPackets.net, focused on his area of expertise: moving packets. Herbert says, “The networking world encompasses a wide range of technologies and tools all ultimately in support of connecting two end points over some kind of network.” That ever-evolving landscape of “protocols, technologies, vendors and architectures” is what keeps him interested – and also gives him plenty of material for the MovingPackets.net blog.
Three posts we like from MovingPackets.net:
- Microburst: PSIRT Notifications – Are They Good Or Bad?
- One Little Thing Can Break All Your Automation
- What Next Now the KRACK Smoke is Clearing?
7. Scalable Startups
@hullsean
Sean Hull has been working with the internet since the 1990s and now works with startups and enterprises as a consultant, helping them improve performance and enable their businesses to scale quickly. Hull blogs about MySQL, AWS, startups, scalability, performance, and more at Scalable Startups.
Three posts we like from Scalable Startups:
- Can a Growth Mindset Help You Recover from Setbacks?
- Is Alex Hudson Right That Software Architecture is Failing?
- How Do I Migrate My Skills to the Cloud?
8. Scott Hanselman
@shanselman
Scott Hanselman has been blogging for more than a decade and coding for more than two. He’s also been podcasting for more than five years. In addition to coding, blogging, and podcasting, Hanselman is a speaker, offering his expertise on technology, coding, the web, and more, in addition to his expert opinions on the future of tech.
Three posts we like from Scott Hanselman:
- Setting up a managed container cluster with AKS and Kubernetes in the Azure Cloud running .NET Core in minutes
- Azure Cloud Shell – your own bash shell and container – right inside Visual Studio Code
- Writing smarter cross-platform .NET Core apps with the API Analyzer and Windows Compatibility Pack
9. Stephenson blogs on Internet of Things
@data4all
W. David Stephenson is an author and thought leader on the Internet of Things and data. His blog, Stephenson blogs on Internet of Things, is focused on IoT strategy, breakthroughs, and management.
Three posts we like from Stephenson blogs on Internet of Things:
- iQ handheld ultrasound: another game-changing IoT health device
- Human Side of IoT: Local Startup Empowers Forgotten Shop Floor Workers!
- Circular Company: Will Internet of Things Spark Management Revolution?
Richard Bejtlich, Chief Security Strategist at FireEye, blogs about digital security, strategy, military history, and more at TaoSecurity. Bejtlich has blogged at TaoSecurity since January 2003, providing a comprehensive archive of security through the past 15 years.
Three posts we like from TaoSecurity:
- Spectre and Meltdown from a CNO Perspective
- On “Advanced” Network Security Monitoring
- Cybersecurity Domains Mind Map
11. Tech Bunny
@jkc137
Janelle Crothers is a Microsoft Technical Evangelist who spent 15 years as a Systems Administrator and now speaks to the IT community about the latest advancements in Microsoft technologies. Tech Bunny is where she shares her insights, presentation slides, and other random thoughts on tech.
Three posts we like from Tech Bunny:
- Cognitive Services, IoT Hubs and Azure Functions… on Mars?!?
- The Network “Hack” that Wasn’t To Be
- Shared Drives with Docker for Windows
12. The Networking Nerd
@networkingnerd
Tom Hollingsworth has spent 12 years in the information technology industry and is currently an organizer for Tech Field Day. He writes about technology and industry trends, offers insight on networking topics, and uses his expertise to help the community understand challenging technology topics.
Three posts we like from The Networking Nerd:
- Programming Unbound
- Data Is Not The New Oil, It’s Nuclear Power
- Network Visibility with Barefoot Deep Insight
Troy Hunt is a Microsoft Regional Director and MVP. He creates courses for Pluralsight, speaks at events around the world, and trains technology professionals. His blog is a reflection of his work, covering events, education opportunities, and his perspectives on the technology world.
Three posts we like from Troy Hunt:
- Data breach disclosure 101: How to succeed after you’ve failed
- Here’s how I verify data breaches
- Data from connected CloudPets teddy bears leaked and ransomed, exposing kids’ voice messages
Chris Wahl is a published author and tech writer who blogs at Wahl Network, offering “technical solutions for technical people.” From tips and tutorials to webinar announcements, news and trends, product reviews, and more, Wahl Network is a valuable read for IT pros. Chris is also co-host of the Datanauts podcast, on the Packet Pushers network. VertitechIT is a huge fan of Datanaut’s “breaking the IT silos” approach.
Three posts we like from Wahl Network:
- Behind the Scenes with Backup Things
- VMware vSphere 6.5 Host Resources Deep Dive – A Book Review
- Building Better Infrastructure Automation from Microservices Testing Lessons
Mainstream Tech Publications
15. BizTech Magazine
@BizTechMagazine
BizTech Magazine focuses on technology topics and challenges faced by businesses, providing newsworthy articles encompassing everything from data centers to networking, hardware and software, management, security, cloud and business intelligence, and more.
Three posts we like from BizTech Magazine:
- How the Chicago Bears Updated Their IT via Hyperconvergence
- How Businesses Can Solve the Internet of Things’ ‘Value/Trust Paradox’
- 4 Reasons Why Some Organizations Lose Control of the Cloud
16. Computer Weekly
@ComputerWeekly
Computer Weekly is the U.K.’s leading IT publication and was the world’s first weekly IT newspaper in 1996 (hence the name Computer Weekly, despite daily content updates). Today, it’s a multi-platform digital publication reaching millions of IT decision-makers in the U.K., Europe, and the world at large.
Three posts we like from Computer Weekly:
- 20 years of the Open Source Initiative (OSI)
- Five things in tech to watch out for in 2018
- OpenStack vs the rest of the public cloud: Where next from here?
17. Computerworld
@Computerworld
Computerworld boasts a collection of blogs from some of the most knowledgeable and forward-thinking industry leaders. From software and security to operating systems, storage, servers and data centers, and technology companies, Computerworld’s blogs encompass a broad range of topics of interest to today’s IT professional.
Three posts we like from Computerworld:
- What is the difference between network slicing and Quality of Service?
- 5 lessons learned from building a data pipeline
- How hybrid infrastructure fuels IT velocity
18. Data Center Knowledge
@datacenter
Data Center Knowledge is a leading news and information source for the data center industry. The blog features a variety of contributors and covers several topic areas including networks and storage, server architecture, colocation, managed services, the cloud, and more.
Three posts we like from Data Center Knowledge:
- Critical Vulnerability Found in Dell EMC Storage, VMware Backup Products
- Will Open Compute Fall Victim to the Cloud’s Success?
- Attackers Have a New Way to Damage Data Center Infrastructure
Designed to serve the needs of enterprise leaders in the digital era, Diginomica has a team of core writers and analysts who share insights, opinions, and expertise on enterprise cloud computing, based on decades of experience.
Three posts we like from Diginomica:
- Turning cloud financials into results – Xero customers share insights and gotchas
- Enterprise hits and misses – debating digital futures and blockchain’s distributed ledger
- Compliance vs innovation – a coming circle to be squared
“The leading global voice on emerging technologies,” Gigaom is somewhat more of a general tech news publication than a blog focused exclusively on topics of interest to IT professionals. That said, it’s a widely respected, credible publication with regular coverage of IT-relevant news. Additionally, Gigaom is making quite the mark in emerging technology research, so you can also purchase valuable analysis and reports, with key findings often summarized for free.
Three posts we like from Gigaom:
- Can Blockchain ‘transform’ healthcare? Simple answer: no.
- How Artificial Intelligence in Medicine is Improving Healthcare (and Business)
- Analyst Report: Moving the Enterprise Analytical Database – A Guide For Enterprises: Strategies And Options To Modernizing Data Architecture and the Data Warehouse
21. Information Security Buzz
@Info_Sec_Buzz
From IT news and security threat trends to tutorials, expert panels, and more, Information Security Buzz blends the best of news, information, and education to create a comprehensive resource for today’s IT professionals.
Three posts we like from Information Security Buzz:
- Bots And Critical Infrastructure
- DHS Admits To Data Breach Of Almost A Quarter Of A Million People
- How To Manage Your Software And Hardware Assets
22. InformationWeek
@InformationWeek
InformationWeek is a comprehensive source of news and information for any professional in the computing and IT fields, as well as those with a general interest in technology. From DevOps to security, infrastructure, cloud, and more, InformationWeek covers all the pertinent subject matter for today’s IT pros.
Three posts we like from InformationWeek:
- CIOs’ Evolving Role: Think Revenue and Strategy
- Is Diversity Part of Your Technology Strategy?
- Cloud Computing 2018: More of Everything
23. Infosecurity Magazine
@InfosecurityMag
Infosecurity Magazine has been providing knowledge and valuable insights to the information security community for more than a decade. The latest trends and topics, in-depth analysis, and opinion columns from leading industry thought leaders are just a few of the things you’ll find at Infosecurity Magazine.
Three posts we like from Infosecurity Magazine:
- Cloud Workloads at Risk from Security, Management & Compliance Failures
- Understanding the Strengths and Weaknesses of Biometrics
- Securing Smart Devices Requires Smarter Partnerships
24. InfoWorld
@infoworld
InfoWorld covers app development, security, open source, data centers, cloud, security, and more, making this blog a robust resource for IT professionals spanning every specialty.
Three posts we like from InfoWorld:
- Topping Your Wish List for 2018: A Simpler Way to Manage Hybrid IT
- Attaining True Elasticity in the Cloud
- Enterprise IoT threatens to undermine cloud and IT security
25. IT Business Edge
@ITBusinessEdge
IT Business Edge covers the intersection between business and information technology, putting “business technology in context.” From the latest trends in IT management to research, security, career insights and information for IT professionals, and more, IT Business Edge is a must-read for every modern IT worker.
Three posts we like from IT Business Edge:
- Closing In on the Autonomous Data Center
- Dell EMC Pushes Computing to the IoT Edge
- Can the Enterprise Really Govern the Cloud?
Featuring content, insights, and opinions from a variety of thought leaders and industry professionals, IT Toolbox is a community of IT professionals who share their knowledge and on-the-job learnings for the benefit of the IT industry.
Three posts we like from IT Toolbox:
- Five IoT Security Threats to Watch
- Tech Trends To Expect in 2018
- The Future Is Blockchain-Based Smart Contracts
For technology decision makers, business leaders, and IT influencers, ITworld is a leading publication widely read throughout the industry. Encompassing topics such as Big Data, BYOD, cloud computing, IT management, enterprise software, data centers, and more, IT pros working for companies of all sizes will find valuable information at ITworld.
Three posts we like from ITworld:
- 6 secrets of highly innovative CIOs
- Risk management is all about the data; security should be, too
- The 12 biggest issues IT faces today
28. Network World
@NetworkWorld
Network World is “the premier provider of news, intelligence and insight for network and IT executives.” Network World focuses on delivering news, opinion, and analysis to decision makers who oversee, build, and deploy business solutions, covering a range of topics including mobile and wireless, infrastructure, applications, data centers, and more.
Three posts we like from Network World:
- How to create self-driving private clouds
- ROI linked to later stages of Industrial IoT
- Large enterprises abandon data centers for the cloud
29. Next in Tech
@PwC_LLP
Pricewaterhouse Cooper’s Next in Tech is “where business and experience meet emerging technology.” From the latest technologies entering the scene to news and analysis on technology trends, opinions from industry thought leaders, and more, Next in Tech is a blog to read for IT professionals who want to stay on the cutting edge of emerging technology.
Three posts we like from Next in Tech:
O’Reilly aims to spread the knowledge of innovators, offering up a host of books, research, analysis, video, webcasts, events, and trainings. Covering everything from data and business to software architecture and engineering, O’Reilly is a wealth of information for today’s IT pros.
Three posts we like from O’Reilly:
ReadWrite is a news and analysis portal covering the latest technology trends, following the conversation on the Internet of Things, and offering news analysis of all things technology.
Three posts we like from ReadWrite:
- Mainstream telehealth needs vendors to address pain points
- Enterprise AI needs high data quality to succeed
- Four big trends pointing to a boom in healthcare IoT
32. Recode – Enterprise
@Recode
Recode is “reimagining tech news, reviews, and events.” Recode’s Enterprise section is the place to go for all the latest news, trends, and tech happenings impacting enterprises around the globe.
Three posts we like from Recode – Enterprise:
- Oracle co-CEO Mark Hurd says you need these three things to transition to the cloud
- We all thought having more data was better. We were wrong.
- VMware is turning to rival Amazon AWS to power its new cloud service
Providing in-depth, unbiased business and technical information to IT professionals, SC Magazine is a robust resource for the technology world. From product reviews to coverage of cybersecurity incidents, in-depth analysis, thought leadership, white papers, and more, SC Magazine is a must-read for the IT community.
Three posts we like from SC Magazine:
- Henry Ford Health System data breach compromised data of nearly 20,000 patients
- SSM Health call center agent with access to records allegedly violated patient privacy
- Breach possibly exposed sensitive data on up to 30K Florida Medicaid recipients
34. Tech News World
@technewsworld
Tech News World is a part of the ECT News Network, one of the biggest technology and e-business publishers in the U.S. Tech News World’s IT section covers all the relevant news and insights for the modern IT community.
Three posts we like from Tech News World:
- Driving Digital Transformation by Making Citizen Developers Heroes
- Intelligence-Driven Supply Chain Resilience
- IT Convergence Trend Alters Approach to Federal Market
35. TechCrunch Enterprise
@TechCrunch
TechCrunch is well-known for its breaking tech news and analysis, as well as intriguing opinion pieces from industry leaders. TechCrunch Enterprise is geared towards the enterprise community, covering the way the cloud, big data, and emerging tech devices are changing the way we work.
Three posts we like from TechCrunch Enterprise:
- Hyperscale data centers reached over 390 worldwide in 2017
- AWS showed no signs of slowing down in 2017
- As Kubernetes surged in popularity in 2017, it created a vibrant ecosystem
36. The Information
@theinformation
The Information began in 2013 aiming to provide in-depth reporting about the technology industry that readers can’t find anywhere else. The Information reports on acquisitions, insider news from corporations like Apple and Google, venture capital happenings, and more.
Three posts we like from The Information:
- Cybersecurity Startups’ Newest Tool: Blockchain
- Why Microsoft, Amazon Will Make Their Own AI Chips
- The Sunk Cost Fallacy and the Future of Silicon Valley
Tom’s IT Pro is a resource portal for IT decision makers, covering Windows, Big Data, storage, data centers, information security, and more. IT professionals will also find career insights, information about certifications, and other valuable resources for career advancement.
Three posts we like from Tom’s IT Pro:
- Amazon’s Alexa May be the Next Essential Business Tool
- Microsoft Unveils Free Cloud Migration Assessment Tool
- Networking Reimagined with SDN and NFV
ZDNet is “where technology meets business,” offering 24/7 news coverage and analysis of trends, technologies, and opportunities relevant to today’s IT community and IT decision-makers. From legal to security, the CXO role, hardware, innovation, and more, ZDNet covers everything of interest to every specialization within the IT field.
Three posts we like from ZDNet:
- Cloud computing: Three strategies for making the most of on-demand
- CES 2018: Microsoft’s IoT strategy is about the cloud more than the ‘things’
- Cloud computing: Google’s new GPU service offers cut-price machine learning
Blogs for CIOs and CTOs
39. CIO
@CIOonline
An obvious must-read for any tech professional, CIO provides the latest news and analysis, research, tips, and more. Covering careers and staffing, healthcare, consumer technology, infrastructure, mobile, and much more, CIO proves relevant for technology workers spanning virtually every industry.
Three posts we like from CIO:
- The 12 biggest issues IT faces today
- Serverless: The future of cloud computing?
- 8 hot IT hiring trends — and 8 going cold
Offering news, analysis, and data for technology executives, the Wall Street Journal’s CIO Journal is powered by Wall Street Journal editors and covers topics spanning cloud, leadership, security, industry movers and shakers, and more.
Three posts we like from CIO Journal:
- To Scale AI, Rethink Business Processes: MIT’s Brynjolfsson
- Cybersecurity Controls Must Change With Shift to Cloud, Study Finds
- CIO Stats: More CIOs Expected to Drive Revenue
41. CIO Review
@cioreview
A technology magazine that focuses on discussing the enterprise solutions that are redefining the business goals of enterprises in the future, CIO Review offers perspectives from a variety of enterprise leaders on topics spanning business intelligence, business process management, enterprise architecture, legal topics, risk management, and everything else of interest to the modern CIO.
Three posts we like from CIO Review:
- Increasing Value to Patients with Data & Analytics
- Data Science Helps UCHealth Improve Infusion Center and Hospital Efficiency
- The Changing Role of the CIO
42. CIO Today
Since 2002, CIO Today has been offering daily briefings for today’s top technology leaders, providing decision-makers with the inside track on strategies for purchasing enterprise hardware and software systems. CIO Today aims to provide straightforward answers to the most pressing questions on the minds of today’s C-suite technology leaders.
Three posts we like from CIO Today:
- Google and Cisco Create New Cloud Powerhouse
- HPE Debuts Its Composable Infrastructure for VMware Clouds
- Is DNA the Future of Data Storage?
CIOInsight is “the voice of the CIO community,” empowering CIOs with valuable insights on the evolving technology landscape. Top IT leaders and industry experts offer perspectives and analysis to help CIOs identify and solve key business challenges, think more strategically, and improve their business leadership skills.
Three posts we like from CIOInsight:
- Lack of Integration Results in Lost Opportunities
- Gartner’s Strategic Predictions for 2018 & Beyond
- Surprising Insights About Strategic IT Leadership
44. CTO Vision
@ctovision
CTOvision is a blog dedicated to the interests of CTOs, CIOs, and CISOs. Developed by Bob Gourley, CTOvision focuses on technology, particularly technology topics of interest to enterprise technologists.
Three posts we like from CTOvision:
- Vulnerabilities In Almost Every Chip: “Could Something Like This Really happen?”
- Connected Devices, Remote Security: Data Encryption and Security in the Cloud
- How Artificial Intelligence is Making Big Data Better Than Ever
45. Forrester Blog for CIOs
@forrester
Forrester’s Blog for CIOs features insights from a leading panel of analysts. The Blog for CIOs is packed with actionable content geared specifically to the evolving needs of today’s CIOs as well as roles such as Senior Vice President of IT, VP of IT Planning and Strategy, and other IT professionals. The Counterintuitive CEO, offering insights from Forrester’s Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, George Colony, is also worth a read for any C-suite exec.
Three posts we like from Forrester Blog for CIOs:
- Predictions 2018: CIOs Will Lead Organizations To Say Farewell To The Chief Digital Officer
- Help Wanted: Data Innovation For The Data Economy
- Blockchain Fever: The Potential And Challenges Of Blockchain Technology
46. Forrester – Maximize the Value of Tech
@forrester
Forrester’s Maximize the Value of Tech blog features insights from a panel of analysts and executives, covering every aspect of the all-important question weighing on any C-suite executive’s mind: how to maximize the value of your technology investments. Additionally, technology leaders will be interested in the insights offered at Forrester’s Privacy, Security, and Risk blog.
Three posts we like from Forrester – Maximize the Value of Tech:
- Selecting an Emerging Technology? Let Forrester Help You With Our New Technology Portfolio
- Global Tech Market Will Grow By 4% In 2018, Reaching $3 Trillion
- Cover Your aaS Renewal Discussions
Future of CIO is a blog focusing on the evolving role of the CIO, emphasizing the increasing demand for CIOs to be both business strategists and technology visionaries. Future of CIO features thousands of posts covering every conceivable aspect of the many demands on the modern CIO, from managing innovation to digital transformation, leadership, and everything in between.
Three posts we like from Future of CIO:
- How to Run a Digital-Driven IT
- The Achilles Heel of Problem-Solving
- Three Root Causes of Digital Stagnation
48. Gartner Technology Blogs
@Gartner_inc
The world’s leading research and advisory company, Gartner provides business leaders across all major functions with the objective insights they need to make smart business decisions. The Gartner Technology Blogs are a wealth of information for the modern CIO or CTO. From trends and predictions to cloud computing, the Internet of Things, data and analytics, CIO leadership, and more, Gartner is a go-to resource for today’s technology leaders.
Three posts we like from Gartner Technology Blogs:
- CIO Futures: The IT Organization in 2030
- Leadership in the Digital Age: A Gartner Trend Insight Report
- Your Job as CIO Is Changing. Here’s How to Master the New One.
49. IT Professional
@ComputerSociety
A bi-monthly publication from the IEEE Computer Society, IT Professional is a resource for the developers and managers of enterprise information systems. IT Professional covers everything from emerging technologies to internet security, data management, enterprise architecture and infrastructure, and more.
Three posts we like from IT Professional:
- Trusting the Internet of Things
- Can Blockchain Strengthen the Internet of Things?
- Digital Intelligence in the Digital Age: Three Ways Companies Can Gain a Competitive Advantage and Sustain It
50. Total CIO
@searchCIO
A blog companion to TechTarget’s SearchCIO, Total CIO features short articles that add depth to the coverage on SearchCIO on strategic issues of importance to CIOs, CTOs, and other technology leaders in the modern age.
Three posts we like from Total CIO:
- Finding AI talent is almost impossible, so cultivate it
- McKinsey: You can’t do enterprise AI without digital transformation
- Forrester: Go multicloud, ditch public cloud platform lock-in
51. The View from Forrester Research
@ZDNet
The View from Forrester Research is a publication at ZDNet, providing best practices and analysis of today’s most pressing issues and trends impacting professionals in Information and Knowledge Management and Infrastructure and Operations.
Three posts we like from The View from Forrester Research:
- The shift away from bimodal is already happening and CIOs need to get on board — fast
- How to get in front of digital disruption
- The new rules of business: Digital transformation must thrive throughout your company
Blogs by IT Organizations
52. Cisco Blogs
@Cisco
Cisco is the worldwide leader in networking for the internet, offering an array of industry-focused solutions from healthcare to government, financial services, retail and hospitality, manufacturing, energy, and education. The Cisco Blogs are a collection of insights, tips, and resources spanning these industries and a variety of technologies from data centers to enterprise networking and everything in between.
Three posts we like from Cisco Blogs:
- Incident Response: Are you ready?
- Security or Innovation?
- What Do IT Services and a Mission to Mars Have in Common?
DivvyCloud “delivers policy-driven automation of security, compliance and cost governance for infrastructure” running on major cloud services like AWS and Azure. The DivvyCloud blog features information related to automation, application transformation, governance, healthcare, IT, and other topics that impact today’s information technology professionals.
Three posts we like from DivvyCloud:
- DivvyCloud and How Bots Will Transform Enterprise Infrastructure
- The Time Has Come: Multi-Cloud is a Smart Approach for IT Modernization
- Stop Overspending in the Cloud: Maximizing Cloud Utilization
HMG Strategy is “committed to helping technology executives to be transformational leaders,” offering insights on leadership, management, and technology to CIOs and other senior IT executives. Topics include transformation and leadership, innovation, cloud and cybersecurity, and everything in between.
Three posts we like from HMG Strategy:
- Navigating the C-Suite
- The CIO as the Chief Technology Economist to Successfully Guide IT and Digital Investment Strategies
- Preparing the C-suite and Enterprise for Incident Response via War Games
55. Perficient – Digital Transformation
@Perficient
Perficient is a digital transformation consulting firm that serves Global 2000 and enterprise customers throughout North America. Perficient’s Digital Transformation blog encompasses cloud, mobile, digital experience, and business optimization, providing a robust resource for IT professionals engaged in digital transformation at their organizations or for their clients. Perficient also has a blog focused on healthcare technology for executives and technology professionals in the healthcare industry.
Three posts we like from Perficient:
- 3 Best Practices for Measuring Digital Transformation KPIs
- Explosion of IoT in Consumer Electronics: 6 Real-World Examples
- 4 Drivers for Healthcare Cloud Adoption
56. TIBCO Blog
@TIBCO
TIBCO is a technology solutions provider that “fuels digital business by enabling better decisions and faster, smarter actions through the TIBCO Connected Intelligence Cloud.” TIBCO’s blog is a wealth of insights for IT professionals, with topics spanning analytics, integration, artificial intelligence, and more.
Three posts we like from TIBCO Blog:
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Help Companies Move Faster
- Graph Databases: The Next Generation of Fraud Detection Technology
- What is an iPaaS and Why Do I Need One?
Communities, Discussion Boards, and RSS Aggregators
57. Feedspot
@_feedspot
Feedspot is a leading content reader for getting the latest updates from all your favorite publications and bloggers in one place. Users select the topics or sites they want to follow and easily access a stream of the most recent posts and insights from their favorite tech publications, such as TIME.com Tech, MIT Technology Review, The New York Times Bits, and more, or articles from a variety of publishers related to their interests.
Three topics to follow on Feedspot:
- Tech Tools – Google News
- Computer Security – Google News
- Leadership
58. Reddit – Cableporn Subreddit
The Cableporn Subreddit on the popular community discussion site Reddit is “a place for sharing links to good-looking cabling (primarily data centers) that could be considered art (or porn) to the network junkies of Reddit.”
Three threads we like from Reddit – Cableporn Subreddit:
59. Reddit – DataIsBeautiful Subreddit
The DataIsBeautiful Subreddit “is for visualizations that effectively convey information,” including charts, graphs, maps, and other mind-blowing visualizations of data.
Three threads we like from Reddit – DataIsBeautiful:
- My “distracting” VS “productive” time in 2017according to RescueTime
- Custom reports and Visualizations created using Tableau & R – based on the Google Analytics API [OC]
- Posterization by clustering in RGB color space [OC]
60. Reddit – Networking Subreddit
The Networking Subreddit focuses on enterprise networking, including discussions surrounding routers, switches, firewalls and other data networking infrastructure topics.
Three threads we like from Reddit – Networking Subreddit:
- Strange routing table entries pointing to NIC MAC in freebsd on AWS
- Building a network, what to choose Aruba, Juniper or Extreme
- What are some authoritative resources on proper network capacity planning and congestion mitigation?
61. Reddit – SysAdmin Subreddit
The SysAdmin Subreddit is a central discussion forum for SysAdmin professionals spanning every industry across the globe. Discussions include industry news, work-related topics, troubleshooting tips, and more.
Three threads we like from Reddit – SysAdmin Subreddit:
- Mass Replacing EOL Desktops (Unexpectedly)
- 5 golden rules of troubleshooting
- CEO needs Internet *everywhere*
62. Reddit – Technology Subreddit
On the Technology Subreddit, you’ll find discussions on all things technology, primarily focused on the latest news and happenings in the wide realm of tech. This Subreddit is a good resource to follow when you want to know what’s happening the world of tech as well as how the news is impacting people and professionals.
Three threads we like from Reddit – Technology Subreddit:
- Intel has hit a “major breakthrough” in quantum computing
- Western Digital ‘My Cloud’ Devices Have a Hardcoded Backdoor
- Artificial Intelligence Apocalypse: Scientists Simulate Superintelligence In Video Game And The AI Takes Over
Niche Industry Publications
63. Becker’s Health IT and CIO Review
@BeckersHR
A monthly publication offering up-to-date business and legal news, Becker’s Hospital Review is a valuable resource for any health IT professional. Becker’s Health IT and CIO Review is specifically focused on news and insights related to health IT and topics of interest to the healthcare CIO.
Three posts we like from Becker’s Health IT and CIO Review:
- Better patient access as a key to healthier populations
- Mayo Clinic launches nationwide Epic EHR implementation at 1st Wisconsin sites
- HIMSS Analytics: Which EHR vendor boasts the most hospital clients?
64. Health IT Connect
@sgschade
Sue Schade has worked in the health information technology management field for more than 30 years. She’s passionate about developing the next generation of IT leaders, and this passion is reflected in her blog, where she shares perspectives on the critical issues facing health care IT, organizational transformations, leadership challenges, and more.
Three posts we like from Health IT Connect:
- Merger mania – is it good for the patient?
- Tech is king and soft skills matter
- HIMSS Stage 7: what does it take?
65. Health System CIO
@healthsystemCIO
The only publication dedicated solely to meeting the information needs of hospital and health system CIOs, Health System CIO conducts extensive one-on-one interviews, provides insightful commentary and analysis, surveys high-level readers, distributes high-quality white papers, and produces informational webinars, making it a one-stop shop for today’s busy C-suite health system leaders.
Three posts we like from Health System CIO:
- Four Key Themes for CIOs in 2018
- From Push To Pull: How Changing the Culture Opened Doors at Sutter Health
- The Platform CIOs Need To Focus On
66. HIMSS Health IT Pulse
@HIMSS
The Healthcare Information Management and Systems Society (HIMSS) “positively transforms health and healthcare through the best use of information and technology in the United States and Canada.” HIMSS Health IT Pulse covers everything from clinical informatics to EHR, patient engagement, policy, and more.
Three posts we like from HIMSS Health IT Pulse:
- Predictions from HIMSS: 2018 Expected to be a Year of Value
- Digital Culture – a Critical Component for Successful Connected Health
- 2017 – A Year in Review of Cybersecurity Developments: Lessons Learned in Healthcare and Beyond
An anonymous blogger started HIStalk in 2003 in order to share their insights about the health IT industry. The blogger remains anonymous because they work for a non-profit hospital that has vendor relationships with some of the companies covered in the blog. HIStalk offers morning headlines daily, conducts interviews with health industry executives, and covers news, investors, and a variety of other topics of interest to any health IT professional.
Three posts we like from HIStalk:
- Curbside Consult with Dr. Jayne 1/8/18
- HIStalk Interviews John Fleming, MD, Deputy Assistant for Health Technology Reform, ONC
- HIStalk Interviews Dennis Dowling, CEO, Formativ Health
68. Journal of AHIMA
@AHIMAResources
The official publication of the American Health Information Management Association, Journal of AHIMA delivers best practices in health information management and provides current insights on emerging issues impacting the accuracy, privacy, security, and timeliness of patient health information.
Three posts we like from Journal of AHIMA:
- Looking Beyond RNs for CDI Roles
- Does Your Information Governance Plan Incorporate Your e-Discovery Strategy?
- The Rise of Healthcare Data Visualization
John D. Halamka, MD, MS writes at Life as a Healthcare CIO. He is the Chief Information Officer of Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Chairman of the New England Healthcare Exchange Network (NEHEN), Co-Chair of the HIT Standards Committee, a Professor at Harvard Medical School, and a practicing Emergency Physician. Since 2007, Halamka has been blogging at Life as a Healthcare CIO to record his experiences with policies, infrastructure, applications, management, governance, and more.
Three posts we like from Life as a Healthcare CIO:
- Another Dispatch from a Broken Healthcare System
- We Can Improve Care Management
- Reflections on the US HIT Policy Trajectory
70. The Telecom Blog
@Digitcom
The Telecom Blog is the IT professional’s source for telecom news and analysis, provocative opinions, and other topics related to the telecom industry. Written by a number of telecom enthusiasts and guest contributors, The Teleom Blog is managed and edited by Jeff Wiener, President of Digitcom.ca, a a Telecom company operating from Toronto, Canada. Wiener has been in the telecom industry since 1991.
Three posts we like from The Telecom Blog: