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Software License Compliance Policy San Francisco’s IT committee keeps track of the legal distribution of its software with this policy, which includes tracking software inventories and maintaining dedicated systems for support. The city and county of San Francisco Committee on Information Technology (COIT) uses this policy to ensure that software use complies with all applicable […]

Last Year, Research in Motion launched its BlackBerry App World online, allowing users a quick and easy venue to browse apps by category and price. Now App World 2.0 has shed its beta tag, offering additional payment options, including credit card and carrier billing. Here’s a list of 12 top-rated BlackBerry productivity applications, according to […]

As complying with regulations continues to get more complex, IT organizations need to take a more proactive approach to managing compliance. What follows are seven recommendations for managing compliance that have been compiled by the Security for Business Innovation Council, a group of senior IT executives brought together by RSA, a division of EMC, to create ongoing reports on […]

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Technology Project Management Policy This policy can help ensure that projects are implemented using best practice techniques and established project management methodologies, such as PMBOK and Prince2, when acquiring and deploying new technology. The City and County of San Francisco Committee on Information Technology (COIT) uses this policy to ensure that technology projects are implemented […]

Intel's AppUp application store for MeeGo and Windows operating systems has been taken out of beta. Since its introduction in January, the AppUp store has amassed 450,000 users. Intel is also combining AppUp with the Atom Developer Program, which will now be known as the AppUp Developer Program. Here’s a list of the top-rated productivity […]

Job Description: VP of Software Development This sample job description outlines the core job qualifications for the key strategic position of VP for Software Development. This leadership role sets the tone for quality and open communication across the enterprise. This IT Download is a typical job description for a Vice President of Software Development. Typical […]

Let's face it, even the most security-aware employees will have a lapse every now and then.  Or maybe your company security policy isn't all it can be, and your employees are doing the minimum because they don't know or don't have the inclination to practice safer security measures. A good security audit will show that […]

A leading SaaS provider of HR software is putting out information that constitutes one of the gravest disservices to the corporate working environment that Don Tennant has seen in a long time. The problem has nothing to do with its software, but rather with the kind of “advice” it’s providing visitors to its website. The […]

Job Description: Systems Support Engineer This sample job description will help you identify key skills for your systems support hire, including problem-solving skills and deliver solutions in a timely manner. This IT Download is a typical job description for a Systems Engineers. Key duties for the position outlined in this job description include: Strong verbal […]

Software Evaluation Policy This sample policy lays out a framework for evaluating new software purchases and implementations. Among the factors considered are open source and other alternatives to lower overall TCO of applications. The City and County of San Francisco Committee on Information Technology (COIT) uses this policy to promote informed, thorough and fair decision-making […]

The data and communications network is the foundation of most businesses today; damage it, and the business is temporarily crippled – or worse. Most businesses take measures to protect themselves from a network outage but still face disruptions for myriad reasons – loss of power, loss of telecom services, cybersecurity attacks, natural disasters, and more. […]