Top 10 IT Operations Stories of 2024

Amid a tech labor shortage, the growth of new technologies such as generative AI, and the perennial importance of technologies such as cybersecurity, IT professionals need to stay up to date with the latest skills, terms, and tech, and employers will need to support them in doing so.

Read about the top IT operations developments this year with ITPro Today's top IT operations stories of 2024.

1. ITPro Today's 2024 IT Priorities Report

Want to learn about the latest trends in IT? This survey of 260 IT professionals looks at organizations' top initiatives and budget priorities, covering a range of topics including remote work, networking, data backup and recovery, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity.

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2. CES 2024's Most Intriguing Gadgets: eVTOLs, AI Home Agents, Smartwatches, and More

More than 4,000 gadgets were on display at CES 2024, and we've showcased the nine most interesting. Explore this list of intriguing innovations, from wearables to an electric air taxi, with prices noted for readily available products.

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3. Essential IT and Cybersecurity Acronyms Every ITOps Pro Should Know

Having trouble remembering the difference between SASE, SIEM, and SOAR? This guide covers the essential acronyms and initialisms you need to know to talk effectively about the IT and cybersecurity technologies you work with.

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4. How eBPF Benefits IT Operations Teams Seeking to Improve Observability

eBPF is a Linux kernel technology that makes it possible to run custom programs in kernel space, essentially allowing them to run as part of the core operating system. This article explores the advantages of eBPF and explains how to use it.

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5. Generative AI in ITOps: Hype vs. Reality

Everyone is talking about GenAI, but how is it actually being used? Read this article to learn about the current state of GenAI in ITOps, covering use cases and adoption, as well as ITOps needs it doesn't address.

6. GitHub Research Quantifies How Developer Experience Drives Results

The developer experience, or DevEx, can affect developer engagement and business outcomes. This article looks at findings from GitHub on DevEx and its impacts on productivity and innovation. It also explores challenges and how DevEx can be improved.

7. Multigenerational IT Pros Grapple with Job Discontent Despite Raises

Despite pay raises, job dissatisfaction has risen among IT professionals across all age groups. Read this article for details about findings from our survey of 455 IT professionals in the U.S., which highlights the differences in job satisfaction and compensation among IT professionals across various age groups.

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8. Data Skills Gap Is Hampering Productivity; Is Upskilling the Answer?

Data skills gaps among employees can lead to lost productivity, with employees losing 26 working days a year. Learn more about how to identify and address skills gaps, as well as help employees develop in-demand skills.

9. Embracing Neurodiversity in IT Workplace to Bridge Talent Gaps

Neurodiverse individuals bring a host of important skills to the table, such as attention to detail, logical reasoning, and innovative thinking, and could be well-suited for IT professions. This article explores the benefits of hiring neurodiverse individuals and how to best support these employees within an organization.

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10. How to Retrain Your Tech Workforce to Address Growing Skills Gap

Tech employers anticipate they will need to retrain or upskill their employees within the next 3-5 years. Whether you want to help upskill your employees in generative AI, new cloud technologies, or cybersecurity, this article offers suggestions on how to accomplish this.

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