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Focal Point is dedicated to helping business executives and IT leaders understand the management and security challenges posed by distributed business.

Bodies Electric: The Promise of 6G Wireless Technology
Jul 9, 2021

In the wake of massive ransomware attacks, researchers, governments, and businesses are looking past the roll out of 5G wireless technology to create a more secure future with 6G.

How Code.org Is Teaching the World's School Kids to Code
Jul 7, 2021

Hadi Partovi, founder of the global education nonprofit Code.org, explains why computer science learning for kids is key to securing the future.

Moving Healthcare Workloads to the Cloud
Jun 30, 2021

While the rest of the world speeds toward digital transformation, the healthcare industry is woefully behind. Here are ways to get moving into the cloud.

Texas' Former CIO Says States Must Help Battle Ransomware
Jun 29, 2021

Recent cyberattacks show how critical the issue is becoming for businesses. Leaving states out of the conversation, says Karen Robinson, is a mistake.

How Global Power Leader Cummins Embraces Cyber Hygiene
Jun 28, 2021

For the head of cybersecurity at this government and consumer engine maker, endpoint visibility fosters regulatory compliance, learning, and security.

Turning Alert Fatigue Into Alert Awareness
Jun 23, 2021

To bring down alerts to a level humans and systems can manage, companies must make the leap from alert fatigue to alert awareness.

How Tanium Is Building the Future of Work
Jun 17, 2021

Joey Martinez, who oversees Tanium’s workplace design, explains the future of work model, which includes desk-booking, wellness rooms, and “coding caves.”

CEOs at the Crossroads
Jun 15, 2021

The pandemic accelerated digital transformation efforts by months and even years. Business and IT leaders are now asking: How can we keep driving change?

Europe’s Hefty Regulatory Fines Are Roaring Back
Jun 11, 2021

European regulators went remote and adjusted their protocols during the pandemic, but they did not go away. Hefty fines are back and what you should know.

5 Ways Your Company Can Avoid Becoming a Headline
Jun 9, 2021

CEOs are suddenly in the hot seat over their lack of preparedness for cyber breaches. Here are the best ways to avoid becoming the next current headline.

Cybersecurity Conferences You Shouldn’t Miss in 2021
Jun 8, 2021

A wave of crippling ransomware attacks makes these cybersecurity conferences must-attend events for all business leaders in 2021.

How to Respond to a Data Breach
Jun 4, 2021

After a series of devastating cyberbreaches on U.S. businesses, incident response strategies are getting new respect. Learn how to respond.