All GLG News Analyses Filed Under: Software

Implications of Microsoft and Nokia Alliance

August 13, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:Microsoft and Nokia Reach a Mobile Agreement | online.wsj.com

Microsoft and Nokia alliance is an important development in the mobile market. The main battle here is between Microsoft and Google. Microsoft is looking to leverage all of its strengths in its fight with Google. And Nokia is looking to strengthen itself in the smartphone market.

Perhaps Politics and Cybersecurity Just Don't Mix?

August 8, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:Security Cyber Czar Steps Down | online.wsj.com

Political expedience trumps logical and technical expertise, it would seem. There is a marked difference in the skills one uses for successfully integrating as a political animal, and the ones used for demonstrating technical competence. But, it is that very technical competence that is needed for securing our infrastructure against threats.    

Obama Admin. Hunt for a new CISO to replace Melissa Hathaway

August 7, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:Security Cyber Czar Steps Down | online.wsj.com

Attempts to create government SUPREMOS crossing department boundaries (e.g. a Czar for Cybersecurity or Homeland Security) in Europe,USA and elsewhere have always been marred by political and organizational conflicts of interest. Common Technology usage ( for cyber security),Information sharing as well as data protection pose major objectives/goals/policies barriers;even in face of major threats and security challenges. Only a strong champion(i.e. President) may increase chances of success.

Office.Com and Microsoft's Office 2010 In the Cloud

August 7, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:Microsoft snaps up Office.com domain | news.cnet.com

Recent reports that Microsoft has bought the office.com web address are correct. Microsoft obviously will use the domain for the browser-based version of Microsoft Office 2010. This free, "in-the-cloud" version of MS Office 2010 will be a very compelling option for users and business organizations who already rely on Microsoft office and a strong competitive response to Google's assault on Microsoft's dominance in office productivity apps. It will bring in new users to MS Office as well.

It's not the credentials, it's the communication

August 6, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:Security Cyber Czar Steps Down | online.wsj.com

To answer the question bluntly: no, there are not enough CISOs. It's not because of degrees or credentials or even security experience - it's because of communication and people skills. The CISO must walk a fine line between managing risk to an appropriate level without getting in the way of the organization's overall strategic goals.

With Top Positions Available, Top CISOs pick their Battles

August 6, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:Security Cyber Czar Steps Down | online.wsj.com

The mind of a CISO is as unique as their skillsets.  They are part business consultant, auditor, operator, business developer, organizer; and they are required to drive and unify leadership among all areas where information passes through the organization.  Which makes the CISO one of the commonly misundertsood leadership roles that exists in organizational structures.   Finding a great CISO is not the challenge.  The challenge is convincing one to work for you.

Lynne GreggTech Industry Consultant: Wireless, Software, EntLynne Gregg Consulting

The AppStore is a successful model for mobile applications

August 5, 2009

Analysis of:MOBILE APPS: "Are app stores stunting the growth of browser-based apps?" | www.fiercewireless.com

The AppStore model is not impeding development of web-based apps for mobile devices. Rather, it's generating a flurry of mobile app development, showing consumers and business users that mobile devices are capable of more than we ever imagined.

Jay CuthrellPrincipalCuthrell Consulting, LLC

Google is building a VAR Channel

August 3, 2009

Analysis of:Google Launches A Major Offensive Against Microsoft With “Going Google” | www.techcrunch.com

When considering the vibrant market for Microsoft and IBM VARs (Partners) and a shift in spending for the SMB/SME market, it's no shock to see Google pushing their Google Apps solution in new and innovative ways.  Google wants to create a VAR channel for Google Apps and is taking steps to make that a more widely known reality with initiatives such as "Going Google".

Consolidation in the Enterprise Content Management Industry

August 2, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:The Akbas Post | hakanakbas.blogspot.com

This is a brief analysis and update on the latest consolidation trends in the Enterprise Content Management industry covering mainly Autonomy and Open Text as the two largest independent ECM vendors.

There are a few more "D's" to this equation

July 31, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:The Six D's of Internet Ecosystems | www.ysk.com

Developers, Development Tools, Deployment, Dependability, Distribution and Dollars are key elements to sustain your business in the internet economy.  But getting your footing in today's market requires a few additional "D's".

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