
Keri Allan
Keri Allan is a freelancer with 20 years of experience writing about technology and has written for publications including the Guardian, the Sunday Times, CIO, E&T and Arabian Computer News. She specialises in areas including the cloud, IoT, AI, machine learning and digital transformation.
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Navigating devirtualization as businesses move away from the cloud
In-depth Devirtualization and revirtualization are ongoing trends as businesses reassess their IT stack
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Why liquid-cooled infrastructure has become mainstream
In-depth Up-front costs must be weighed against the energy and cost improvements liquid-cooled solutions offer
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The fractured regulatory landscape tech companies face in 2025
In-depth Sovereign data requirements and targeted legislation can be navigated with the right approach
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What is quiet firing?
Explainer Pushing employees to quit can cut costs in the short term but also accelerate employee brain drain
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How businesses can ensure cloud uptime over the holidays
In-depth Preparation is a critical consideration and could be the difference between success and disaster
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What is chaos engineering and how can it benefit businesses?
Explainer Chaos engineering can be especially useful for finding single points of weakness, but implementing it requires careful collaboration
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Does your business need a DEX strategy?
Employers looking to retain talent and boost productivity can find value in a digital employee experience (DEX) strategy, particularly for rooting out current shortcomings
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The impact of the IT skills shortage on business
In-depth As the effects of IT skills shortages on businesses grow, CIOs are looking at new ways to overcome the issue
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What is AIQ and why is it important?
Explainer An organization’s AIQ can determine whether the rollout of new generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools will succeed or fail to deliver results.
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AI in software engineering: Six ways the profession is changing
In-depth The use of AI in software engineering has become one of the shining examples of how the technology can improve productivity – but how will it impact workers?
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How to implement identity and access management (IAM) effectively in your business
How to With pressure from the board and a new wave of threats, security leaders looking to implement IAM should start small and lean on the data
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The women returning to tech – and why they left
Case study As the attrition of women in tech continues to bite, workers who have left and rejoined the sector explain what changed their minds and the lessons leaders can take from this
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The highest-paying tech jobs
In-depth A guide to the highest-paying tech jobs in both the US and UK, as well as the demands driving tech salaries
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What is a TOAD attack?
In-depth Find out what this means for your business, and what you can do to protect it.
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Three ways sustainability tech is helping businesses meet climate goals
In-depth Adoption of even simple sustainability tech can cut costs and reduce carbon emissions, while AI and IIoT can enable more advanced green transformations
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How leaders can ensure open source adoption is a success
In-depth A clear strategy is key for open source adoption, with core responsibilities for security and licensing falling on leaders
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How can leaders support neurodiversity in tech?
In-depth Fostering the right workplace culture for neurodiversity in tech is a must for an effective, equal office
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Five common barriers holding back women in tech
Women in tech still face significant challenges in the workplace
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Do businesses have a Friday problem?
In-depth The concept of a 'Friday problem' might come from a troubled concept of productivity
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The best C++ courses to kickstart your software development career
In-depth Some of the best C++ courses available today for landing a new job, from entry level courses to full certificates
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The best Excel courses for business users
In-depth A selection of some of the best Excel courses, including both free and paid options, to help you develop the valuable skills your business needs
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Six digital transformation quick wins your business can try today
Case Study Digital transformation doesn’t need to be a never-ending slog – and there are many projects you can complete in less than a year
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When should you cancel digital transformation?
In-depth Experts highlight the digital transformation red flags to look out for, and how to navigate a complete cancelation
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Is the Kubernetes security deficit widening?
In-Depth Kubernetes and containerization are surging in popularity but organizations are worrying over unaddressed cyber security risks
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