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Assessing Biden's recent executive order on A.I.

In October 2023, President Biden issued an executive order on artificial intelligence. The order requires developers of dual-use foundation models (LLMs that pose security risks) to perform red team tests and provide regular reports to the U.S. Department of Commerce. Enterprise analyst John Donegan covers the order's nuances, assessing its positive aspects while also highlighting where it falls short.

Optimizing the Retail Returns Process

January often means the longest lines in the retail store are for returns. And, maybe ironically, those returns are regularly processed at the Customer Service desk. That right there — that’s an annual challenge. Consumers entering a store to make a return or exchange are already feeling inconvenienced. They bought or received an item they can’t use, and they’re at the store to resolve that problem.

Understanding IT discovery for ITSM and modern IT stacks

IT discovery is the process of systematically identifying all existing IT components within a tech stack. It involves discovering hardware and software, understanding their configurations, and mapping their interdependencies. Much like your annual doctor visit can proactively identify potential health issues, your IT discovery process can also flag problems and deliver insights to ensure improved operational well-being.

Unlock the power of the Cloud with App Distribution in Ivanti Neurons for UEM (updated video 02/...

Ivanti Neurons simplifies application deployment from the cloud in UEM, offering technical support, compliance tracking, and an intuitive interface. It allows users to create and manage app packages, configure stages, and execute operations. On-demand installation reduces manual efforts, while software compliance tracking ensures successful installations. Ivanti neurons leverage cloud technologies to provide efficient and up-to-date software.

The Key Role of Cloud Observability in Ensuring Security

The utilization of cloud-based technologies developed to optimize and streamline business operations is far from a novel idea. In fact, research suggests at least 90% of modern organizations currently use cloud platforms and related technologies to oversee essential processes.

PAM Masterclass - Episode 1: Privileged account governance and remote password reset

In the first episode of our masterclass series, we will extensively cover how to discover and onboard all your privileged users and resources in PAM360. We will discuss how you can manage granular access to resources based on user roles and privileges. Additionally, we will delve into the password rotation capabilities of the product, ensuring compliance with both built-in and custom policies and demonstrating how it automatically resets passwords for a wide range of remote resources.

The importance of corporate clothing inventory management

The use of corporate clothing is a common practice among companies that want to create a consistent brand image. However, managing corporate clothing inventory can be a challenging task for businesses of any size. Between ordering new ones, paying attention to overstocking and understocking, clothing upkeep, and many other tasks, this becomes time-consuming and can actually decrease the productivity of the employees who can meanwhile concentrate on other more important operations.

Facility management best practices: Everything you need to know

The task of facility management is of utmost importance as it guarantees the effective and efficient functioning of a building or facility around the clock. The facility manager shoulders significant responsibilities as their job requires them to not only ensure smooth operations and manage budgets proficiently, but also to cultivate a work environment that promotes both operational excellence and inclusivity.

Construction asset management: Effectively track your assets!

In the construction industry, cranes and lifting equipment are essential assets that enable workers to lift and transport heavy loads, install structures, and perform other critical tasks. However, the management of these assets can be complex, particularly on large construction sites with multiple cranes and work areas. So why is efficient management of these construction assets important?