THE ORIGINA BLOG

Opportunities for SAMs and IT Leaders in an Unstable Economy

Opportunities for SAMs and IT Leaders in an Unstable Economy

Finding stability in a tough economy gets easier when teams work together to make educated technology solutions. Advice and analysis inside.

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Potential Issues Linger for Log4j Security Vulnerability

Potential Issues Linger for Log4j Security Vulnerability

The cyber community is still dealing with the repercussions from the Apache Log4j security vulnerability from 2021. Experts agree the worst might be yet to come.

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How Sainsbury’s Revitalized Their Chain of IT Suppliers

How Sainsbury’s Revitalized Their Chain of IT Suppliers

Learn how Sainsbury’s achieved $10 million (and counting) in supplier cost reduction. Best practices, insights, and talking points for all businesses.

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The Year of the Healthy Skeptic: A New Way of Thinking for IT Leaders

The Year of the Healthy Skeptic: A New Way of Thinking for IT Leaders

An in-depth look at Empower 2023 thought-provoking roundtables, interviews and bright ideas curated for IT, procurement, and software asset management professionals.

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 Breaking Free From the 90/10 Model: How to Invest More in Digital Transformation

 Breaking Free From the 90/10 Model: How to Invest More in Digital Transformation

Discover three practical strategies to jumpstart cost optimization, potentially saving 30% to 50% in your IT support budget.

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CVE-2023-23477: IBM WebSphere Vulnerability Information and Remediation Advice

CVE-2023-23477: IBM WebSphere Vulnerability Information and Remediation Advice

A new, potentially high-severity IBM® Websphere vulnerability has been published and is ready to give your business another headache. Harden your perimeter with advice from our cybersecurity team.

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Rethinking Patch-First Approach: Effective Strategies for Securing Your Business Technology

Rethinking Patch-First Approach: Effective Strategies for Securing Your Business Technology

Software security patches can’t consider your unique business and technology context. When securing your software estate, a fuller view of security and performance is necessary. Learn more about a multi-layer approach that does more than tick a box.

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Nobody Ever Got Fired for Buying IBM (And Other Too-Safe Thinking)

Nobody Ever Got Fired for Buying IBM (And Other Too-Safe Thinking)

The business technology landscape looks nothing like it did in the ‘80s or ‘90s. Why do we continue to place our trust in untrue “truisms” from those eras that land companies in bad spots?

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The Pitfalls of Vendor-Driven IT Roadmaps: How to Regain Control of Your Technology

The Pitfalls of Vendor-Driven IT Roadmaps: How to Regain Control of Your Technology

Companies that stay locked in vendor contracts often struggle to advance their digital agendas. When megavendors make decisions about product longevity, upgrade frequency, and price changes with no customer input, the customer loses control.

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Navigating Software Asset Management in an Unpredictable Economy: Expert Insights and Strategies

Navigating Software Asset Management in an Unpredictable Economy: Expert Insights and Strategies

Managing software assets during an unpredictable economic situation is a complex task. Learn practical strategies from Origina and ISAM to reduce risks of expensive audits and tips for navigating the ever-changing landscape of the software industry.

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The Silicon Valley Bank Collapse: How Will Your Tech Spending Be Affected?

The Silicon Valley Bank Collapse: How Will Your Tech Spending Be Affected?

What will the business tech landscape look like post-SVB? It’s hard to say, but conservative spending trends and technology outlooks are likely. Learn how TPSM can help companies reduce IT spending in uncertain financial times.

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Demystifying Software Licenses

Demystifying Software Licenses

Origina General Counsel Guy Tritton discusses licenses, software agreements, and what can save you from being in breach of contract. Guy specializes in intellectual property rights and has appeared before every major court in the U.K. and Europe.

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