A CIO's guide to the top trends in RPA, AI and 5G in 2020

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IT Strategy Digest Content from TechTarget's global network for CIOs and IT Leaders|Jan. 15, 2020 FEATURE Top trends in AI, RPA, 5G to watch in 2020 by David Petersson, Contributor 5G, RPA and AI all made substantial gains in the previous year, but 2020 will be the time when CIOs really need to understand these technologies to make sound decisions. Advertisement NEWS   Quantum computing in business applications is coming Quantum computers are closer than you think. While tech companies make progress toward building functioning machines, there are quantum applications that organizations can utilize.   CIO vs. CTO: Making the distinction between the two roles In this Q&A, Gartner analyst Samantha Searle provides insight into the roles of the CIO and CTO when both exist within an organization.     The rise of RPA bots and the role of C-level decision makers According to new research, there will be 3 million RPA bots running in the enterprise in 2020. As they proliferate, C-level decision makers must take steps to ensure their RPA programs deliver strategic benefits.   RPA bots: Unattended vs. attended vs. hybrid CIOs and other IT leaders have their pick of attended, unattended and hybrid RPA platforms; this tip explains how each works and outlines their strengths and limitations. EXPERT ADVICE   What is the state of CIO tenure today? CIO tenure remains significantly lower than other C-suite positions, and according to experts, it's a result of the age of digital transformation we're currently in.   Amazon supply chain model disrupts entire industry Amazon has conditioned consumers to get goods as quickly as possible, which has affected the global supply chain industry from top to bottom, including inventory management and logistics.   Amazon's growth strategy could target 5 key markets Amazon could move well beyond its core e-commerce and cloud services businesses in pursuit of growth, targeting markets such as publishing, health care and travel.   Amazon stores struggle to move from the cloud to solid ground Looking for new kingdoms to conquer, Amazon is aggressively moving into physical retail locations. This time the e-commerce giant may face tougher competition. About This E-Newsletter The IT Strategy Digest is published by TechTarget, Inc., 275 Grove Street, Newton, Massachusetts, 02466 US. Click to: Unsubscribe. You are receiving this email because you are a member of TechTarget. When you access content from this email, your information may be shared with the sponsors or future sponsors of that content and with our Partners, see up-to-date Partners List, as described in our Privacy Policy. For additional information, please contact: webmaster@techtarget.com. © 2019 TechTarget, Inc. all rights reserved. Designated trademarks, brands, logos, and service marks are the property of their respective owners. Privacy Policy | Partners List