Overcoming the top four barriers to actionable data insights

Overcoming the top four barriers to actionable data insights nellmarie.colman Thu, 04/08/2021 - 12:23   According to IDC, the amount of data created over the next three years will be more than all the data created over the past 30 years. And the world will create three times more data over the next five years than it did in the previous five. As data volume and variety increase and data sources proliferate, new opportunities will arise — opportunities to deliver superior customer experiences, drive better business decisions and enable greate . . . [More]

Overcoming the top four barriers to actionable data insights

Overcoming the top four barriers to actionable data insights nellmarie.colman Thu, 04/08/2021 - 12:23   According to IDC, the amount of data created over the next three years will be more than all the data created over the past 30 years. And the world will create three times more data over the next five years than it did in the previous five. As data volume and variety increase and data sources proliferate, new opportunities will arise — opportunities to deliver superior customer experiences, drive better business decisions and enable greate . . . [More]

Rethinking support models for a cloud native world

Rethinking support models for a cloud native world nellmarie.colman Wed, 04/07/2021 - 11:11 Most IT teams fall somewhere in-between​ traditional IT Operations and modern, cloud native ways of doing things. The defining characteristics of traditional IT operations include: clear handoffs between build and operate​, emphasized infrastructure and operations and a waterfall development and release approach. To evolve to a cloud native operating model, there need to be no boundaries between build and operate. This is where DevOps comes in. A Dev . . . [More]

Rethinking support models for a cloud native world

Rethinking support models for a cloud native world nellmarie.colman Wed, 04/07/2021 - 11:11 Most IT teams fall somewhere in-between​ traditional IT Operations and modern, cloud native ways of doing things. The defining characteristics of traditional IT operations include: clear handoffs between build and operate​, emphasized infrastructure and operations and a waterfall development and release approach. To evolve to a cloud native operating model, there need to be no boundaries between build and operate. This is where DevOps comes in. A Dev . . . [More]

California Spring Break Recap

We spent spring break this year in California with Cody’s family and my parents. It was so nice to be at the beach again! Cody’s family vacation style is go, go go (which is our family’s speed too so we stayed so busy I barely posted! So here’s a dump of some of our Spring Break pics and links from different things from my stories. Pin It SHIRT JACKET (SIMILAR HERE) | RIBBED TANK | LEGGINGS | SNEAKERS | CHECKERED TOTE BAG (UNDER $50) | MARA’S SANTA CRUZ SWEATSHIRT | WES’ SANTA CRUZ SWEATSHIRT | BECKAM’S TIE-DYE SHIRT & SNEAKERS O . . . [More]

California Spring Break Recap

We spent spring break this year in California with Cody’s family and my parents. It was so nice to be at the beach again! Cody’s family vacation style is go, go go (which is our family’s speed too so we stayed so busy I barely posted! So here’s a dump of some of our Spring Break pics and links from different things from my stories. Pin It SHIRT JACKET (SIMILAR HERE) | RIBBED TANK | LEGGINGS | SNEAKERS | CHECKERED TOTE BAG (UNDER $50) | MARA’S SANTA CRUZ SWEATSHIRT | WES’ SANTA CRUZ SWEATSHIRT | BECKAM’S TIE-DYE SHIRT & SNEAKERS O . . . [More]

PHOTOS: Rafael Nadal’s Outfit for Monte Carlo, Barcelona, Madrid and Rome 2021

Here is what Rafael Nadal is supossed to wear during clay court tournaments prior to the French Open. Let me know what you think of the outfit in the comments below.Re Posted From: PHOTOS: Rafael Nadal’s Outfit for Monte Carlo, Barcelona, Madrid and Rome 2021Rafael Nadal . . . [More]

PHOTOS: Rafael Nadal’s Outfit for Monte Carlo, Barcelona, Madrid and Rome 2021

Here is what Rafael Nadal is supossed to wear during clay court tournaments prior to the French Open. Let me know what you think of the outfit in the comments below.Re Posted From: PHOTOS: Rafael Nadal’s Outfit for Monte Carlo, Barcelona, Madrid and Rome 2021Rafael Nadal . . . [More]

A beginner’s guide to cloud security management

A beginner’s guide to cloud security management nellmarie.colman Tue, 03/30/2021 - 12:34   Cyber criminals are on the never-ending hunt for data — anything they can steal and sell, exploit or hold for ransom. From small businesses to the largest enterprises, everyone’s data is a target. So it’s important for you to protect your data, with a layered, defense-in-depth approach. You might already be familiar with how to protect your data in a traditional, on-premises environment — such as by restricting admin and user access, using prop . . . [More]

A beginner’s guide to cloud security management

A beginner’s guide to cloud security management nellmarie.colman Tue, 03/30/2021 - 12:34   Cyber criminals are on the never-ending hunt for data — anything they can steal and sell, exploit or hold for ransom. From small businesses to the largest enterprises, everyone’s data is a target. So it’s important for you to protect your data, with a layered, defense-in-depth approach. You might already be familiar with how to protect your data in a traditional, on-premises environment — such as by restricting admin and user access, using prop . . . [More]

These Budget Friendly Spring Decor Finds Will Have You Craving a Home Makeover

HAPPY SPRING! I have been dying over all the cute decor finds this spring! I wanted to share some of my favorites if you guys are on the hunt for a spring refresher. These are all at great price points too. You guys know how much I love neutrals for decor � the pieces are easier to transition between seasons so you get more use out of all of them. One of my favorite ways to switch up a space it with the linens � pillows, throw blankets, rugs, etc. Love the pretty stripes on this pillow and this throw blanket looks so cozy! Major sale alert . . . [More]

These Budget Friendly Spring Decor Finds Will Have You Craving a Home Makeover

HAPPY SPRING! I have been dying over all the cute decor finds this spring! I wanted to share some of my favorites if you guys are on the hunt for a spring refresher. These are all at great price points too. You guys know how much I love neutrals for decor � the pieces are easier to transition between seasons so you get more use out of all of them. One of my favorite ways to switch up a space it with the linens � pillows, throw blankets, rugs, etc. Love the pretty stripes on this pillow and this throw blanket looks so cozy! Major sale alert . . . [More]

Kids Easter Basket Ideas for All Ages

I can’t believe Easter is less than 2 weeks away!! I’ve been working on putting together our family easter outfits (one of my favorite traditions every year!) and brainstorming ideas for the kids’ Easter baskets and wanted to share what I’ve come up with so far it it helps you guys pull your baskets together Here’s a break down of Easter basket ideas by age. TEEN GIRL EASTER BASKET IDEAS: Maybe it’s because I’m a girl and I can relate but I always have to reign it in for Mara’s Easter basket � I could buy it all haha. I found . . . [More]

Kids Easter Basket Ideas for All Ages

I can’t believe Easter is less than 2 weeks away!! I’ve been working on putting together our family easter outfits (one of my favorite traditions every year!) and brainstorming ideas for the kids’ Easter baskets and wanted to share what I’ve come up with so far it it helps you guys pull your baskets together Here’s a break down of Easter basket ideas by age. TEEN GIRL EASTER BASKET IDEAS: Maybe it’s because I’m a girl and I can relate but I always have to reign it in for Mara’s Easter basket � I could buy it all haha. I found . . . [More]

Creating stronger networks for women in tech

Creating stronger networks for women in tech nellmarie.colman Tue, 03/23/2021 - 15:45   March is Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day was celebrated on March 8th. It’s a time of the year when there are a lot of discussions about gender parity and diversity, particularly in the tech industry — where data shows that women are still underrepresented, underpaid and often discriminated against. We still have a long way to go, and it’s in a business’s best interest to drive progress in this area. According to Gartner, emp . . . [More]

Creating stronger networks for women in tech

Creating stronger networks for women in tech nellmarie.colman Tue, 03/23/2021 - 15:45   March is Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day was celebrated on March 8th. It’s a time of the year when there are a lot of discussions about gender parity and diversity, particularly in the tech industry — where data shows that women are still underrepresented, underpaid and often discriminated against. We still have a long way to go, and it’s in a business’s best interest to drive progress in this area. According to Gartner, emp . . . [More]

Defend, protect and secure with Microsoft 365 Business Premium

Defend, protect and secure with Microsoft 365 Business Premium nellmarie.colman Mon, 03/22/2021 - 11:32   Your business is never too small to be cyberattacked. In fact, two-thirds of companies with fewer than 1,000 employees have been targeted, and 58% have been breached. And of companies hit with a ransomware attack, 73% have paid a ransom. To help small-to-medium-sized businesses modernize their security operations, Microsoft has designed its Microsoft 365 Business Premium platform to protect against a full range of threats. From phishing a . . . [More]

Defend, protect and secure with Microsoft 365 Business Premium

Defend, protect and secure with Microsoft 365 Business Premium nellmarie.colman Mon, 03/22/2021 - 11:32   Your business is never too small to be cyberattacked. In fact, two-thirds of companies with fewer than 1,000 employees have been targeted, and 58% have been breached. And of companies hit with a ransomware attack, 73% have paid a ransom. To help small-to-medium-sized businesses modernize their security operations, Microsoft has designed its Microsoft 365 Business Premium platform to protect against a full range of threats. From phishing a . . . [More]

Four steps to AI and machine learning success

Four steps to AI and machine learning success nellmarie.colman Tue, 03/16/2021 - 10:16   AI and machine learning (AI/ML) are hot topics, as businesses bring together cloud-based compute, memory and networking with an explosion of new data. This powerful combination is helping businesses deliver superior customer-centric experiences, understand their business environment like never before and drive new levels of efficiency. But achieving these AI/ML-driven successes is tough. In a recent Rackspace Technology-sponsored study, only 17% of respond . . . [More]

Four steps to AI and machine learning success

Four steps to AI and machine learning success nellmarie.colman Tue, 03/16/2021 - 10:16   AI and machine learning (AI/ML) are hot topics, as businesses bring together cloud-based compute, memory and networking with an explosion of new data. This powerful combination is helping businesses deliver superior customer-centric experiences, understand their business environment like never before and drive new levels of efficiency. But achieving these AI/ML-driven successes is tough. In a recent Rackspace Technology-sponsored study, only 17% of respond . . . [More]