Console generations do not compute?

BBC Micro

Here’s an interesting paradox: as the use of computers has grown, the number of youngsters wanting to study them has fallen. This is leading serious [academic and political] concern about the loss of technology skills and future capability.

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practical training is vital to successful change

there is no 'f' in leadership

Picture credit: Podknox

I want to promote the “F” word for a change. Not, I must hasten to add, the usual “F” word that most users associate with the IT department. No, I am talking about Fieldcraft, a term that will be instantly familiar to anyone with a military background, or with an interest in the world of espionage. Continue reading article »

building the body of knowledge

let others learn from our mistakes

ok to make mistakes

Why does a body of highly intelligent people, IT professionals allegedly renowned for their logical and systematic approach to problems, find it impossible to establish a genuinely sustainable and cumulative corpus of best practice, professional knowledge and lessons learned?

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Ten Essential Skills for an effective CIO

index poster by network osaka on flickr

Sparked by observing a discussion about how universities can provide appropriate education for Senior IT managegment, I decided to put together my list of ten essential skills for a CIO. I wonder how they match your view?

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