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As a Maven reader, the word “modernization” probably sends your mind straight to IT infrastructure. Rightly so! But modernizing the enterprise is also about rethinking strategies and shifting company culture. In this issue, we’re taking a holistic look at how the modern enterprise can meet the challenges of the moment and ready itself to thrive in the future.
Christine Kiefer starts things off with a look at the all-important world of applications, and a critical question: Are yours driving your business forward or holding you back? If aging apps are a pain point in your business, relief may be closer and less complicated than you think.
The push for AI integration has injected a critical new factor into technology platform considerations. New Maven editorial board member David Linthicum offers an objective review of on-premise versus public cloud options, with context that can help you make the choice best aligned with your business goals.
Modern means future, and the future is quantum. While the potential benefits of this technology have been extolled far and wide, including in The Maven Report, quantum does have a dark side. We distill some key IBM Institute for Business Value insights into an infographic that frames up the enterprise threat and a path to safety.
Check your mainframe modernization preconceptions at the door before diving into Steven Perva’s article. Ensono’s resident Z rebel delivers some straight talk on an often-misunderstood platform and sometimes-controversial topic, couched in a classic icebreaker. How fast can you spot the lie?
Environmental sustainability is a focus of every modern enterprise, but few have taken it as far as SSAB. Chuck Schmitt reflects on his organization’s groundbreaking journey to fossil-free steel production and the top-down vision and practices that helped turn an industry “impossible” into reality.
For many enterprises, IT modernization is a process that depends on partnership. But just how modern is your MSP? Don Barlow breaks down the difference between a serviceable provider who can keep you running, and a future-focused ally who will help you sprint ahead of the pack.
Your IT estate isn’t the only infrastructure that can benefit from modernization. Dr. Erin Lozott and Dr. Marlene Soleto explore the benefits of upgrading your cultural infrastructure by creating an autism-inclusive workplace that welcomes these uniquely skilled contributors and better supports everyone in the process.
Stack Talk is a new Maven Report section for all you technologists looking for a deeper dive into architecture and code. In this issue, Linda Sterling offers an insider’s take on the plusses of private cloud. If the term “nerd knobs” resonates with you, head straight to the article.
Exciting news! Maven Cast, our original podcast series, has just launched with a terrific episode on the true extent and impact of the AI tidal wave. Check it out in this issue or find it wherever you get your podcasts.
All the best!
Violette Sieczka, Editor-in-Chief
9 CULTURE & PEOPLEModernizing your cultural infrastructure through autism inclusion
10 STACK TALKThe case for a private cloud pitstop
INFOGRAPHICWill your data be safe in the quantum future?
Editorial Board
Violette SieczkaEditor-in-Chief
Sheila LothianManaging Editor
Justin GoodeSenior Designer
Brianna BoyntonDigital Designer
David LinthicumFounder, Linthicum Research
Sibu KuttyWorldwide Tech Leader, GTM Programs, Amazon Web Services
Paolo PelizzoliHead of Platform Engineering, The Clearing House
Robert ChristiansenFounder & CEO, Motive for Life and The Durable Innovator
