How Buzzwords Put Us At Risk

How often do you use words like Cloud, Internet of Things, and even WiFi? According to one security expert, you may be part of the problem. Frank Downs, a Defense Department-trained professional, says buzzwords obscure what computing terms actually mean. Downs recalls first hearing the term “Cloud” and not knowing its implications. He was working at the Department of Defense …

What is a “Project Manager” (really)?

Time for a pop quiz. Which of the following items is within the job description of a Project Manager? A. Writing business requirements B. Negotiating budgets with clients C. Budget tracking You may be surprised that only C is in the actual job description of a Project Manager. Item A is in the wheelhouse of the Business Analyst. And item B is in the purview of the Program Manager. Yes, it’s …