Tag Archives: survey

Canadians are ‘old-school’ collaborators

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10 Jun 2010, ComputerWorld Canada

A study finds IM, online communities and wikis are the most widely used tools, and shared drives are still mission-critical for businesses. An Avanade executive says Canadians are old-school when it comes to collaboration, but an Info-Tech analyst says the findings have a management bias.

 

CIOs give go-ahead to delayed IT projects

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16 Mar 2010, ComputerWorld Canada

Which IT projects placed on the backburner will get the go-ahead from CIOs as the economy recovers? Software and hardware upgrades are most likely, followed by virtualization, Web site design, internal collaboration, cloud computing and social media, says RHI.

 

15 hot skills, cool jobs for 2010

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10 Mar 2010, ComputerWorld Canada

Demand for IT professionals has grown in the last quarter. Our guide to the jobs that are in demand, what they pay, and the skills you need to get them. Part one of two.

10 Mar 2010, ComputerWorld Canada

Demand for IT professionals has grown in the last quarter. Our guide to the jobs that are in demand, what they pay, and the skills you need to get them. Part two of two.

— republished by NetworkWorld.com, Hot skills, cool jobs for 2010

Are you a planner, problem solver or a pinball?

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14 Jan 2010, ComputerWorld Canada

A new study from the University of Western Ontario identifies six types of IT learners. Richard Ivey professor and co-author of the study Deborah Compeau reveals some surprises about how people learn technology in organizations.

— reprinted by ComputerworldUK.com, Are you a planner, problem solver or a pinball?

Video collaboration a catch 22 for enterprises

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09 Dec 2009, ComputerWorld Canada

A unified communication provider, research analyst firm and independent technology consultant all agree that cost both motivates and prohibits the use of video collaboration tools in the enterprise.

Quebecers know how to align IT with business

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25 Nov 2009, ComputerWorld Canada

When it comes to aligning IT with business, Quebecers know best. Quebec reports higher levels of satisfaction with IT effectiveness compared to all other provinces in Canada, according to a new survey from CA that suggests IT governance increases efficiency and cuts costs.

CIO speaks frankly about IBM’s CIO survey

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20 Oct 2009, ComputerWorld Canada

IBM explored the results of its global CIO survey over an early breakfast meeting with Canadian CIOs. ADP Canada’s CIO provided the perspective of a high growth company.

— reprinted by CIO.com, CIO Speaks Frankly About IBM’s CIO Survey

Mainframe specialists make the IT ‘it’ list

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15 Sep 2009, ComputerWorld Canada

Demand for mainframe specialists is at an all-time high, according to IBM Canada. While IT staffing firm Sapphire Canada hasn’t noticed an increase in demand, the need for mainframe specialists never really decreased either, says Sergio Mateus.

IT hiring expected to grow over next 3 months

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25 Aug 2009, ComputerWorld Canada

A new survey from Sapphire Technologies and IBM on hiring intentions in the Canadian IT sector reports a very positive outlook ahead, with 87 per cent of senior-level executives planning to maintain or increase staff. But an Info-Tech analyst cautions the layoffs might not be over yet.

Quick guide to contract work for IT job hunters

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27 Jul 2009, ComputerWorld Canada

Eighty-two per cent of CIOs find contracts valuable for evaluating prospective employees, according to an IT staffing firm. How to tailor your resume, land the job and increase your chances of moving into a permanent position. Plus, where the opportunities lie and the pros and cons of contract work.

Symantec releases worldwide disaster recovery statistics

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29 Jun 2009, ComputerWorld Canada

More executives are involved in DR plans, virtualization still poses big challenges, and testing has a significant effect on customers and revenue, the survey says.

— reprinted by CIO.com, Symantec Releases Disaster-Recovery Statistics

Execs value e-mail over all other data

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31 May 2009, ComputerWorld Canada

With so much valuable and confidential information in our inboxes, it’s no wonder 81 per cent would recover that data first. There’s a strong legal argument for better backup, too.

— reprinted at CIO.com, Executives Value E-mail Over All Other Data

Fraud in Canadian firms mostly an ‘inside job’

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31 Mar 2009, ITBusiness.ca

What are the traits and motives of a typical Canadian fraudster? A recent KPMG report offers insights on that and much more. Also hear from experts on smart strategies to combat fraud — and why a focus on technology alone isn’t enough.

Boomers prefer PCs, but Gen Y wants smart phones

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30 Mar 2009, ComputerWorld Canada

Issuing corporate smart phones isn’t just about catering to the preferences of the next generation. As a lower-cost alternative to company laptops, mobile phones might be better suited to the current economic climate.

— reprinted at PCWorld.com, Tech Generation Gap: Laptop or Smartphone?

Facebook app fuels “after hours” buzz around Coke energy drink

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09 Dec 2008, ITBusiness.ca

Burn was sought to be promoted as an energy drink that “extends your night,” allowing you to push back the dawn. That motif is at the heart of Burn Alter Ego, a Facebook app that focuses on the benefits of staying later at the club: meeting more people, and waking up with great stories the next day.