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ICO admits it’s too slow dealing with complaints – so it’s eying up automation to cut staff workloads
The UK’s data protection authority has apologized for being slow to respond to data protection complaints, saying it’s been overwhelmed by increased workloads. In the last quarter of 2024, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) responded to just 12% of complaints within 90 days, figures show, well down on its 80% target. The figure was 65% at the beginning of last…
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Enterprise automation gains are being hampered by surging ‘data divides’
IT decision-makers are ramping up automation efforts in a bid to tackle internal ‘data divides’, new research shows, but they’re facing significant hurdles. According to a new survey from Jitterbit, seven-in-ten enterprises still don’t have a unified data platform, which is creating challenges in consolidating data silos. The firm’s research showed two-thirds of enterprises are now using more than 500…
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LCNC Platforms for SME Network Automation Success
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly recognizing the importance of network automation to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve scalability. However, the traditional approach to network automation often requires extensive coding knowledge, specialized skills, and significant financial investment, which can be prohibitive for SMEs. Enter Low-Code/No-Code (LCNC) platforms—a game-changing solution that empowers SMEs to automate their networks without…
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Security Risks and Strategies in LCNC Automation
Low-code/no-code (LCNC) platforms have revolutionized the way organizations develop and deploy software applications. These platforms enable users with little to no programming experience to create functional applications through intuitive drag-and-drop interfaces, pre-built templates, and visual development tools. LCNC automation offers significant advantages in terms of speed, cost-efficiency, and accessibility; it also introduces a range of security concerns. This article explores…
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The Future of Network Automation with LCNC Platforms
The rapid evolution of technology has brought about significant changes in the way networks are managed and operated. Network automation, once a niche domain reserved for highly skilled network engineers and developers, is now becoming more accessible to a broader range of IT professionals, thanks to the emergence of Low-Code/No-Code (LCNC) platforms. These platforms enable users with varying levels of…
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Jamf snaps up Identity Automation in $215 million acquisition
Apple device management specialist Jamf has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Identity Automation for $215 million in cash, subject to customary closing conditions. Founded in 2004, Identity Automation provides RapidIdentity, an identity and access management (IAM) platform for industries that require frequent role adjustments, such as education and healthcare. The offering automates identity and access management workflows to help…
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With new division, AWS bets big on agentic AI automation – Computerworld
“We have the opportunity to help our customers innovate even faster and unlock more possibilities, and I firmly believe that AI agents are core to this next wave of innovation,” Garman wrote. Autonomous agents The term ‘agentic AI‘ (not to be confused with ‘AI agents’, which refers to more basic helpmates) is open to some interpretation. Broadly, it embraces the…
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Jamf to acquire Identity Automation for dynamic ID – Computerworld
The notion of responsive platform security on Apple devices becomes far more profound now that Jamf, a leading device management and security vendor in the space, has agreed to acquire Identity Automation, an education-focused dynamic identity and access management (IAM) platform, for around $215 million. What’s interesting about this deal is that the combined technologies should allow Jamf to support…
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Automation lightens the load – Computerworld
Pricing of UEM platforms has remained relatively stable, outside of nominal increases as a result of global inflation, Cipolla says. “Many vendors have simplified their licensing models by creating bundled tiers,” he says. Hochmuth, on the other hand, says prices might actually be declining on an application service provider (ASP) level for basic UEM/mobile device management (MDM) functions. “However, vendors…
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Cybersecurity Automation & Compliance Strategies
Cybersecurity has become a critical priority for organizations of all sizes and industries, with cyberattacks evolving in sophistication and scale. From phishing attacks to ransomware, data breaches to denial-of-service (DoS) attacks, the frequency, and variety of cybersecurity threats are at an all-time high. In this environment, manual intervention and traditional security practices can no longer keep up with the dynamic…
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