Mark Samuels
Mark Samuels is a freelance writer specializing in business and technology. For the past two decades, he has produced extensive work on subjects such as the adoption of technology by C-suite executives.
At ITPro, Mark has provided long-form content on C-suite strategy, particularly relating to chief information officers (CIOs), as well as digital transformation case studies, and explainers on cloud computing architecture.
Mark has written for publications including The Guardian, ZDNet, TechRepublic, Times Higher Education, and CIONET. He started working as a staff writer at Computing in 2000, where he later became the publication’s features editor. In 2008, he took charge of the brand’s monthly supplement Computing Business alongside his features responsibilities.
From 2008 to 2014, Mark was also editor of the membership magazine for IT leadership forum CIO Connect. As part of the role, Mark oversaw the editorial content for CIO Connect, edited research reports, and maintained an extensive network of industry experts.
Before his career in journalism, Mark achieved a BA in geography and MSc in World Space Economy at the University of Birmingham, as well as a PhD in economic geography at the University of Sheffield.
Latest articles by Mark Samuels
How the CDO will evolve in 2023
By Mark Samuels published
In-depth The best CDOs will not only focus on creating more value from data but transmit data skills across the whole enterprise
Clare Lansley: The Aston Martin F1 CIO pioneering AI in motorsport
By Mark Samuels published
Case Studies The Aston Martin Cognizant Formula One CIO is at the front seat of change in a male-dominated industry
What is a virtual CIO (vCIO)?
By Mark Samuels published
In-depth With tech skills in short supply, organisations are turning to temporary expertise to see through critical digital transformation projects
Why business leaders – not technologists – make the best CIOs
By Mark Samuels published
In-depth The role of the CIO is transforming from one that oversees technology implementations to a vital cog in the business leadership machine
How the cloud primed Markerstudy for an M&A spree
By Mark Samuels published
Case Studies The insurance giant adopted Citrix Cloud Services and IGEL OS to help new employees log in and work productively from any location
How to manage people successfully from a distance
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In-depth Hybrid working is here to stay, and that means new management tactics for CIOs
Using HCI to merge a cacophony of legacy IT systems
By Mark Samuels published
Case Studies With Shakespeare Martineau embarking on a rapid expansion in size and staff count, reducing complexity across its IT estate is crucial
Cleaning up legacy IT to drag big tobacco into the future
By Mark Samuels published
In-depth Philip Morris International’s CDIO, Michael Voegele, discusses how digitisation has been key to a transition from selling cigarettes to smoke-free products
The driving forces behind DevOps today and how to integrate it into your business
By Mark Samuels published
In-depth The influence of DevOps can bring benefits outside of just IT
How LSE is using digital technology to shape the future of higher education
By Mark Samuels published
In-depth COVID may have accelerated digital transformation projects, but progress doesn't have to stop there
How to make great decisions quickly
By Mark Samuels published
In-depth There's a difference between rushing and being decisive. Here are some tips on how to make the right choices when you can't afford to linger
Using technology to keep intruders out and data safe
By Mark Samuels published
Case Studies How one CISO is helping rebuild a company that lost billions due to a malicious insider
Getting hold of the data science talent your business needs
By Mark Samuels published
In-depth A look at some of the key skills IT leaders should consider when looking for new hires
GDPR is not enough to win back customer trust
By Mark Samuels published
In-depth When it comes to building new services, industry experts believe there should be a collective responsibility for data security
How CIOs can build the perfect team around them
By Mark Samuels published
In-depth Best practices to ensure you can attract, maintain and develop the skills your business demands
How to create a mobile strategy in the age of 5G
By Mark Samuels published
In-depth Despite the buzz around emerging network tech, BYOD continues to shine
How CIOs can build effective cross-business collaboration
By Mark Samuels published
In-depth Most employees are keen to use their own apps and devices, but they're not always as enthusiastic when it comes to security
AI and the CIO: How to develop a business case
By Mark Samuels published
In-depth Convincing executives to look past the hype and bluster is often the biggest challenge for IT leaders
Do IT professionals ever dream of becoming a CIO?
By Mark Samuels published
In-depth IT leaders share how they planned their careers in tech, and what lessons others can learn
The C-suite is the blind spot in most security strategies
By Mark Samuels published
In-depth Just like every other employee, the boardroom needs to be aware of the basics
Best ways to lead as a CIO in the digital world
By Mark Samuels published
In-depth IT leaders from Air Malta, Mars Inc and Mercedes-AMG describe what success looks like for them
How to turn big data into a competitive advantage
By Mark Samuels published
In-depth The increasing pace of change means five-year strategies are no longer viable for business leaders
CIO strategies for moving to a cloud-first business
By Mark Samuels published
In-depth IT leaders describe barriers to adoption, and why on-premise will have a role for many years to come
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