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𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐝 𝐌𝐢𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒: 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐎𝐧-𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐠𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 The latest State of Enterprise Technology Survey 2024 reveals a significant migration towards cloud-based solutions across diverse application domains: Backup, Disaster Recovery, and Business Continuity Planning (DR & BCP): On-premises usage has markedly declined from 71% in 2023 to 48% in 2024, indicating a strategic shift to cloud solutions for enhanced reliability and scalability. Application Development and Testing: A reduction from 66% to 46% in on-premises usage reflects a growing preference for cloud environments that offer greater flexibility and resource optimization. Cybersecurity Solutions: On-premises deployment decreased from 61% to 45%, showcasing increased confidence in cloud-based security measures to safeguard digital assets. These trends indicate a decisive move away from traditional on-premises infrastructure towards cloud platforms that deliver superior agility, cost-efficiency, and performance. Organizations are embracing cloud technologies to stay competitive and meet evolving business demands. Read the full impact of this shift in our detailed report: https://lnkd.in/gm5e2pkk Nirupmay Kumar | Vodafone Idea Limited #CloudMigration #EnterpriseTech #CloudComputing #CloudSolutions #TechTrends #CloudSecurity #CostEfficiency #FutureOfIT Vikas Gupta | Sachin Mhashilkar | Vandana Chauhan | Giridhar Rajagopalan | Jatinder S. | Vaibhav Kumar | Raghavendra BN

Congratulations to our NEXT100 2012 Winner, Mr. Sumit Priyani, SVP & CIO, EXL #NEXT100Winner #Druva #Nasdaq #EXLGlobalTechnology

𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐑 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡: 𝐏𝐍𝐁’𝐬 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 In an exclusive interaction with CIOandLeader, Hemant Verma, Chief General Manager of IT and CTO at Punjab National Bank, shares insights into the bank’s digital transformation journey, key challenges, and strategic focus areas for AI. As a senior technology leader, Hemant Verma brings extensive experience from his previous leadership roles at Oriental Bank of Commerce and Syndicate Bank. He has strong expertise in data warehousing, data center management, information security, and business development, positioning him centrally in the ongoing evolution of PNB’s IT infrastructure and operational excellence. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gN2JcFn6 Jatinder S. | Praneeta P. #DigitalTransformation #BankingInnovation #ArtificialIntelligence #CIO #Cybersecurity #CustomerExperience #FutureOfBanking #AIInBanking

𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Gopi Thangavel starts a new position as Group CIO at Larsen & Toubro #Appointment #CIOMovements #IndustryMovements #CIOs #NewRole #TechLeaders Vikas Gupta | Sachin Mhashilkar | Vandana Chauhan | Giridhar Rajagopalan | Jatinder S. | Vaibhav Kumar | Raghavendra BN

𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒: 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐆𝐚𝐩𝐬 The State of Enterprise Technology Survey 2024 highlights the most pressing cloud security challenges organizations face: Dependence on Platform Vendors: With 26% of respondents rating it as a high concern and 35% as a medium concern, reliance on single vendors limits flexibility and innovation. Organizations may feel constrained by vendor capabilities and policies, underscoring the need to mitigate vendor lock-in. Integration of Multiple Cloud Services: Also cited as a high concern by 26% of respondents and medium by 29%, the complexity of integrating various cloud services is growing. As multi-cloud environments become the norm, seamless integration is vital for efficient operations and data consistency. Lack of Cloud Security Expertise: A significant issue for 24% of respondents (high concern) and 33% (medium concern). The sophistication of modern threats demands specialized skills, highlighting the importance of investing in cloud security training and talent acquisition. These challenges emphasize the critical need for strategic approaches to enhance cloud security. Organizations must focus on diversifying vendor relationships, investing in integration technologies, and developing internal expertise. Learn more about addressing these challenges in our comprehensive report: https://lnkd.in/gm5e2pkk Vininder Baweja | Saint-Gobain #CloudSecurity #EnterpriseSecurity #CloudIntegration #MultiCloud #Cybersecurity2024 #ITLeadership #TechTrends2024 Vikas Gupta | Sachin Mhashilkar | Vandana Chauhan | Giridhar Rajagopalan | Jatinder S. | Vaibhav Kumar | Raghavendra BN

We are excited to announce the eminent panel of judges for the upcoming NextCSO awards on December 18, 2024, in Mumbai! The expertise and insights of the judges will ensure a fair and rigorous evaluation process. NextCSO is India’s first and only program that recognizes the potential of experienced technology professionals to take on the responsibility of leading the information security function. Get ready to engage with the next generation of Chief Information Security Officers, and participate in shaping the cybersecurity agenda for 2025. Stay tuned for more updates on The CSO FORUM conference & NEXTCSO Awards. Register your interest here: https://lnkd.in/gynkQikc Dr. Durga Prasad Dube | Kalpesh Doshi | Kanupriya Vazandar | Lucius Lobo | Makesh Chandramohan | Manoj Nayak #NextCSO #NextCSOAwards #CSOAwards #CyberSecurityLeaders #CISO #FutureCSO #NextGenCISO #TechLeaders Vikas Gupta | Sachin Mhashilkar | Vandana Chauhan | Giridhar Rajagopalan | Jatinder S. | Vaibhav Kumar | Raghavendra BN

𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐝 𝐌𝐢𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒: 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐎𝐧-𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐠𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 The latest State of Enterprise Technology Survey 2024 reveals a significant migration towards cloud-based solutions across diverse application domains: Backup, Disaster Recovery, and Business Continuity Planning (DR & BCP): On-premises usage has markedly declined from 71% in 2023 to 48% in 2024, indicating a strategic shift to cloud solutions for enhanced reliability and scalability. Application Development and Testing: A reduction from 66% to 46% in on-premises usage reflects a growing preference for cloud environments that offer greater flexibility and resource optimization. Cybersecurity Solutions: On-premises deployment decreased from 61% to 45%, showcasing increased confidence in cloud-based security measures to safeguard digital assets. These trends indicate a decisive move away from traditional on-premises infrastructure towards cloud platforms that deliver superior agility, cost-efficiency, and performance. Organizations are embracing cloud technologies to stay competitive and meet evolving business demands. Read the full impact of this shift in our detailed report. https://lnkd.in/gm5e2pkk Dr. Sandip Pradhan | Exide Industries Limited #CloudMigration #EnterpriseCloud #DigitalTransformation #CloudAgility #CloudSecurity #CloudDevelopment #CybersecurityInCloud Vikas Gupta | Sachin Mhashilkar | Vandana Chauhan | Giridhar Rajagopalan | Jatinder S. | Vaibhav Kumar | Raghavendra BN

Reliance Jio has once again emphasized its commitment to democratizing artificial intelligence (AI) by working aggressively to lower its costs, ensuring that advanced AI technology becomes affordable for every citizen and enterprise in India. At a fireside chat with Jensen Huang, CEO of NVIDIA, during the NVIDIA AI Summit 2024, Reliance Industries Chairman and Managing Director Mukesh D. Ambani discussed the crucial role AI will play in transforming industries and solidifying India’s position as a global leader in artificial intelligence. “As our Prime Minister said, this is a new, aspirational India. What we are witnessing today is unprecedented. We are the only country in the world with over 65% of population under 35,” Ambani stated, illustrating India’s unique demographic advantage in the AI race. He went on to highlight how the nation’s digital transformation is pivotal for future growth. “Under strong leadership, India is rapidly becoming a digital society. We are evolving into an innovation hub for the world, backed by a robust base of young engineers and world-class infrastructure,” Ambani added. Jatinder S. | Praneeta P. #RelianceJio #DigitalIndia #JioAIRevolution #AIInnovation #AIinIndia #NVIDIASummit2024 #AITransformation #JioLeadership

Today, distinguished senior security and human resource leaders participated in an engaging Roundtable on "Balancing Data Protection and Employee Experience with GenAI" at Sofitel, BKC, Mumbai. The Roundtable was organized by CIOandLeader, in association with ServiceNow and inMorphis. We would also like to thank our special guest, Aashish Kshetry, CIO & VP - IT, Asian Paints for his valuable perspectives from an HR & IT standpoint to bring a collaborative approach to enhance employee experience. In the Roundtable, Aniket P., Sales Lead - Special Solutions (EWF) for BFSI & Enterprise, ServiceNow, Zishan Patel, Specialist Security Advisory Consultant, ServiceNow and Suman Jain, VP - Business Development, inMorphis shared their insights on how next-generation technologies like GenAI and automation can empower organizations to strengthen resilience and optimize the employee experience. Sourabh Chenni Shamira Rai #GenAI #DataProtection #EmployeeExperience #AI #InnovationInTech #AIinHR #HRLeaders #TechLeadership #DigitalTransformation Vikas Gupta | Sachin Mhashilkar | Vandana Chauhan | Giridhar Rajagopalan | Jatinder S. | Vaibhav Kumar | Raghavendra BN

Appointment: Srivatsa Ramarao joins Network People Services Technologies Ltd. (NPST- Banking and Payment Solutions) as Vice President & CISO #Appointment #CISOMovements #IndustryMovements #CISOs #NewRole #TechLeaders