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15-Second Overview: •   AI holds the power to transform businesses, but two things are prohibiting companies from realizing this success. •   Budgets dedicated to AI are either too low or are not being utilized appropriately. •   It’s difficult to secure the talent or guidance needed to create an AI strategy and execute it.   Which technology holds so much potential that the Wall Street Journal has compared it to the invention of the steam engine, electricity, and the internet? Artificial intelligence.   In fact, AI is so transformative that it’s a driving force in the fourth industrial revolution currently underway. For businesses, that power can unlock coveted digital transformation that […]

15-Second Overview: •   Over the last several years, the Portland IT industry has been one of the most vibrant tech hubs in the U.S. •   IT hiring managers and tech pros who want to know how 2020 will shape Portland must consider a number of impactful trends. •   These include population increases, startup growth, marijuana business development, and more.   While 2020 might seem like a year destined for clarity, forming an accurate vision of the entire year isn’t easy. That’s because the Portland IT Industry is one of the most active and exciting in the country. It’s a positive distinction, but it also means that there’s a great deal […]

CorSource, an integrated technology staffing and recruiting firm, has won ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Awards for providing superior service to businesses and job seekers. Presented in partnership with CareerBuilder, ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing winners have proven to be industry leaders in service quality based entirely on ratings by their clients, permanent employees, and the temporary talent they’ve helped find jobs. “This Best of Staffing honor is one that I deeply cherish,” commented Andrew Hermann, President of CorSource. “In the face of a rapidly changing technology industry, this distinction is a testament to our continued dedication to people. We strive to improve the lives of business leaders and job seekers, […]

15-Second Overview: Several data and BI initiatives are being adopted at increasing rates These include data quality management, automation, edge computing, and more A bigger need for talent in these areas amplifies the skills shortage and forces companies to adapt their hiring strategies   There are certain topics in the IT industry that are always making waves. Big data and business intelligence initiatives are two areas that business leaders are especially interested in, given the sheer potential for improvements they can bring to any company. Let’s take a look at what’s trending in these areas along with what it all means for hiring in your business.   Data Quality Management […]

15-Second Overview: While Glassdoor is important, proper corporate branding takes effort elsewhere LinkedIn and Facebook also play roles in how people view your company Above all, how your employees feel and what they tell their friends and family are what make up the heart of your employer brand Just the other day, the unemployment rate in the IT industry reached a staggering 1.3%, representing a 20-year low. The fight for skilled technical talent is harder than ever, and that’s why employer branding – in Portland and across America – is increasing in importance. Professionals have their pick of jobs in this industry, and they use a number of tools to […]

15-Second Overview: Constantly monitoring the cloud environment is a requirement for modern businesses Creating incident response plans and backing up data play key roles in that process Attending to updates, patches, and bug fixes may be the most important step for long-term cloud success It isn’t an easy feat to properly migrate to the cloud, but setting up your new environment is only half the battle. Technology changes over time and needs maintenance. Vulnerabilities are discovered, and they need patching. Software requires updating. Then, of course, hackers become more sophisticated with new and robust tools that penetrate networks like never before. Maintaining the integrity of your cloud environment over time […]

15-Second Overview: Studies prove that hiring managers in IT desire soft skills as much as hard skills Key skills include communication, prioritization, and leadership IT pros who focus on refining these abilities can stand out from other tech candidates   As a tech professional, your skill set is highly valued. You’ve got impressive IT certifications, hands-on experience with tech projects, and a background drenched in innovation. But when it comes to your career, that’s only half the picture.   Consider that 67% of HR professionals withhold job offers from qualified IT candidates when they lack soft skills. Sure, unemployment rates are at record lows and it’s a candidate’s market, but […]

15-Second Overview: Migrating to the cloud requires many steps and considerations for proper execution Reviewing common strategies and integrations is an integral part of the process Maintaining security and adhering to a timeline are essential practices but are easy to overlook Once you’ve decided that cloud migration is right for your organization, it’s time to figure out what steps will make it happen. As with most things in IT, this is easier said than done. 95% of IT pros have migrated critical applications or infrastructures to the cloud before, but that represents less than 10% of their organizations’ portfolios. Cloud applications make up less than 10% of an average organization’s […]

15-Second Overview: Migrating to the cloud is an attractive proposition, but business leaders must determine if it’s actually the right move for their company Making that important decision requires answering five foundational questions Doing so ensures your environment and workforce is prepared for cloud success The cloud has dominated news cycles for so long that it can be overwhelming for businesses considering a cloud migration to get their bearings. Rather than immediately diving into complex and specific cloud decisions that are best reserved for deeper in the process, it’s necessary to first consider if cloud computing is even right for your organization. To determine that, ask yourself the following five […]