U.S. Air Force Digital Transformation Office Seeks Small Business Solutions for Digital Model Certification Process

U.S. Air Force Digital Transformation Office Seeks Small Business Solutions for Digital Model Certification Process

OGDEN, Utah, Dec. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Catalyst Accelerator Ogden (Accelerator), powered by the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Digital Transformation Office (DTO), seeks technologies for its three-month Accelerator that will streamline the USAF’s processing of digital models, such as model-based systems engineering (MBSE) SysML, Computer Aided Design (CAD), and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) models. Applications are currently being accepted for small businesses possessing technology that can be used by the USAF. The challenge statement for this Accelerator is: How might modern technology streamline the ingestion, digestion, and analysis of digital models to enable an efficient USAF certification process? These innovative technology solutions will streamline the certification of a system and support the USAF’s Unified Certification Strategy (UCS). UCS is an emerging approach within the USAF and broader Department of Defense (DoD) to streamline the three primary certification types: Airworthiness, Cyber Security, and Nuclear Surety. One line of effort within UCS is enabling certification efficiency through digital models. As more programs within the DoD embrace digital models, the complexity and quantity of data needing to be processed through the certification pipeline will increase. The certification process requires timely input and assessment of underlying engineering to assist the certification teams, […]

Microsoft and DXC Technology Join Forces to Boost Digital Transformation in Italy

Microsoft and DXC Technology Join Forces to Boost Digital Transformation in Italy

DXC joins Ambition Italy Cloud Region Partner Alliance Leveraging its skills in IT infrastructure, DXC to further its support of Italian companies and Public Sector organizations in their migration to Microsoft Cloud DXC and Microsoft will launch a joint strategy and business plan to support Italian businesses and public sector organizations using cloud-based services to support growth. With its expertise in IT infrastructure design and strong knowledge of local markets, DXC Italy will help more customers with cost optimization and efficiency as part of their digital transformation journeys. "Today, the ability to create an ecosystem of valuable players, combining know-how and skills, is essential to business growth. Having key partners such as Microsoft by our side allows us to offer solutions that meet the needs of a highly dynamic and challenging market”, said Eugenio Maria Bonomi, Managing Director, DXC Technology Italy. “We are pleased to extend our 30-year relationship with Microsoft, working together to make an important contribution to the National Recovery and Resilience plan (PNRR)". With greater synergy between DXC data centers and Microsoft Azure public cloud, the two companies can begin to implement hybrid cloud solutions. Artificial intelligence and machine learning will also help underpin the collaboration, […]

Digital Transformation in the Global Chemicals Industry

Digital Transformation in the Global Chemicals Industry

New York, Jan. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "Digital Transformation in the Global Chemicals Industry" – https://www.reportlinker.com/p06383517/?utm_source=GNW While the chemicals industry was relatively slow to adopt these technologies, the transformation rate in the industry has increased considerably in the past 5 years. The global spread of the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the digital transformation in the industry to enable companies to rapidly address remote and hybrid working practices, prolonged and sometimes broken supply chains, and changing end-user demands. Frost & Sullivan, in its March 2018 study, Impact of Digitization on the Chemical Industry, identified 7 domains of digital transformation and provided an overview of enabling digital technologies. This new study analyzes the market using 6 emerging themes: Digitalization for Sustainability, Empowered Workforce, Digitalization for Innovation, Enhanced Customer Experience, Digital Transformation of Supply Chain, and Transformation because of Emerging Technologies. Each theme will cover 1 or more of the 7 domains. While attaining operational excellence is at the core of digitalization strategies of larger petrochemicals, chemicals, and formulation companies in this industry, there is a general rise in awareness among organizations about the importance of adopting a holistic approach by placing their internal […]

Cloud Agnostic solutions paving the way for the more resilient digital transformation of businesses

Cloud Agnostic solutions paving the way for the more resilient digital transformation of businesses

Many organizations look for the resilience of custom-coded solutions and open-source technologies or a combination of both. (Representational/File) Written by Virendra Sharma, Practice Director – Business Applications, Advaiya Solutions Are Cloud-Agnostic or Multi-Cloud solutions a superior choice? Modern cloud service providers are engaged in a competition to drive digital adoption and increase their volume of consumption. However, if your organization is investing in only specific single cloud solutions then there are chances that you are missing out on some benefits. Here are some points to sway your platform bias to go for a multi-cloud or cloud-agnostic solution. Benefit of being independent from any particular Cloud service provider Subscriber Only Stories View All Let’s start with a problem statement, suppose your company invested thousands of dollars into a cloud-based app or an ERP solution, and it took significant efforts frdigital transformation of businessesom your IT team and a considerable duration for adoption. The choice of platform was based on a specific Cloud which was believed to be offering the best features at an optimized price at the time of beginning. After all, your business’s USP or its profitability depends on the cloud solutions your company has invested in. Now, a […]

United Airlines gives employees the digital tools to make customers happy

United Airlines gives employees the digital tools to make customers happy

As CIO of United Airlines, Jason Birnbaum is laser focused on using technology and data to enable the company’s 86,000 employees to create as seamless a customer travel experience as possible . “Our goal is to improve the entire travel process from when you plan a trip to when you plan the next trip,” says Birnbaum, who joined the airline in 2015 and became CIO last July. One opportunity for improvement was with customers who are frustrated about arriving at the gate after boarding time and unable to board because the doors are shut, while the plane is sitting on the ground. “The situation is not only frustrating to our customers, but also to our employees,” Birnbaum says. “We are in the business of getting people to where they want to go. If we can’t help them do that, it drives us crazy.” [ Learn from your peers: Check out our State of the CIO report on the challenges and concerns of CIOs today. | Find out the 7 skills of successful digital leaders and the secrets of highly innovative CIOs . ] So, Birnbaum and his team built ConnectionSaver, an analytics-driven engine that assesses arriving connections, calculates a […]

New Alkami eBook Reveals How FIs Can Transform Digital Banking into a Profit Center

New Alkami eBook Reveals How FIs Can Transform Digital Banking into a Profit Center

Outlines what true digital transformation means and what it looks like for financial institutions PLANO, Texas, Jan. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Alkami Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALKT ) ("Alkami"), a leading cloud-based digital banking solutions provider for banks and credit unions in the U.S., announced the release of a new eBook, " Turn Digital Banking into a Profit Center ." The eBook explores what true digital transformation looks like for financial institutions (FIs) and how they can activate data to meet account holder expectations and drive revenue. The global digital banking market size is estimated to surpass $10.3 trillion by 2028. According to Cornerstone Advisors, 75% of banks and credit unions have launched digital transformation initiatives, and another 15% plan to do so this year. Alkami’s eBook outlines key strategies for these FIs to ensure their digital transformation efforts are structured for success. "Successful digital transformation requires FIs moving away from thinking of digital banking as a cost of doing business to adopting a mindset of digital banking as a profit center," said Nate Shahan, vice president of product management for Alkami. "That means looking at replacing legacy technologies, embracing artificial intelligence tools and taking advantage of transaction data flowing […]

Takeaways from NRF 2023: Retail Pushes Toward Digital Transformation

Takeaways from NRF 2023: Retail Pushes Toward Digital Transformation

At NRF 2023: Retail’s Big Show , attendees gathered in person to hear from the most influential IT leaders in the industry. The conference was packed with educational programming, keynote sessions and live demos. As IT leaders look ahead, retailers are making an extra push toward digital transformation . Loss prevention strategies and in-store security measures are also priorities. Brands including Intel , Microsoft , Cisco , Google illustrated the ways they’re leveraging analytics to improve modern inventory management and respond to supply chain delays. Lowe’s, Toshiba and Walgreens noted that they are using artificial intelligence (AI) and radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology to reduce theft and improve frictionless checkout . Retailers including Macy’s, Neiman Marcus and Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy revealed the ways they’re creating lasting relationships with customers through in-store experiences . According to Andy Szanger , director of strategic industries at CDW, “the retailers that are going to be the most successful this year are those that can provide digital innovation combined with a truly exceptional in-store experience to meet and exceed their customers’ needs and demands.” Here are some core takeaways IT leaders should know. Retailers Push Toward Digital Transformation Retailers are primarily focused on digital […]

Majority of firms consider digital transformation their top strategic priority

Majority of firms consider digital transformation their top strategic priority

Much like the willingness to spend exhibited in Financial Planning’s most recent tech survey , a new study from Broadridge Financial Solutions finds that most firms are still ready to make it rain when it comes to fintech. Broadridge’s 2023 Digital Transformation and Next-Gen Tech study finds that 57% of financial services firms agree that digital transformation is currently the most important strategic initiative for their company, and agree that falling behind will hurt their ability to attract and retain talent. And economic difficulties aside, organizations are also accelerating their funding of digital transformation initiatives as they anticipate further wide-scale adoption of new and more powerful technology. Firms now spend around 27% of their overall IT budgets on digital transformation compared to just 11% last year, according to the study. Beyond a belief that they need to transform, the study looks at what kind of technologies are seen as the biggest change drivers. Seventy-one percent of the 500 C-suite executives and their direct reports that took part in the study say artificial intelligence has significantly altered how they work, and Broadridge officials say more change is coming as AI’s capabilities expand. The study argues that established financial firms face […]

Vietnam needs to have breakthroughs in digital transformation

Vietnam needs to have breakthroughs in digital transformation

Helping businesses run smoothly Moreover, according to the Deputy Minister, enterprises and entrepreneurs should have a pioneering role in digital transformation. Supported by the Ministry of Information and Communications, Base.vn is becoming an important platform for business administration and management in Vietnam during the digital transformation process. Base.vn develops a common platform to deploy customized applications for each business object according to the needs of each stage. This platform-based approach helps application businesses deploy applications quickly and cost-effectively, said Mr. Nguyen Phu Tien, Deputy Director of the Department of Information under the Ministry of Information and Communications. More than 7,000 businesses in many fields have chosen Base.vn to work more efficiently. Thereby, BASE Enterprise Company is evaluated as the No. 1 provider of enterprise management platforms in Vietnam today. Ms. Nguyen Phuong Tu, Deputy Director of Deployment at Base.vn, said that digital transformation is an innovation cycle with the process – technology – data, and human is the central factor. Ba Huan Company is also transforming digitally in the management and production process, applying the technology solutions of FPT. This company has digitized the 3F (Feed – Farm – Food) system serving the livestock and production chain using SAP […]

‘Data First’ Approach is ‘North Star’ of Digital Transformation: HPE CEO

‘Data First’ Approach is ‘North Star’ of Digital Transformation: HPE CEO

A “data first” approach must become the “North Star” of digital transformation, according to Hewlett Packard Enterprise President and CEO Antonio Neri. In an article written for the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, the HPE executive explores how, in his own words, organizations must align strategic, organizational, and technological choices with the overarching goal of leveraging data as a strategic asset. At a time when an enormous amount of decentralized data is being captured from numerous sources, including networked devices, machines, buildings, and infrastructures, unlocking its value offers opportunities for societal progress by using this data to take on geopolitical, economic, and environmental issues, said Neri. World governments are currently investing in data technologies, frameworks, and regulations in recognition of the transformative potential of data for economic and social progress, yet Neri believes many organizations are unprepared to capitalize on these opportunities. HPE conducted a recent survey of 8,600 executives that found the average organization’s data maturity score (the ability to create value from data) was only 2.6 on a five-point scale. Neri sees this as indicative of not only an inability to fully leverage data as a strategic asset, but also a lack of basic capabilities for doing […]