Big fish, little pond: Some IT execs go small & love it

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	Big fish, little pond: Some IT execs go small, and love it Sure, there are budget constraints and far fewer resources. But being an IT leader in a small shop has numerous benefits, not the least of which are agility and a greater ability to influence the business. Read More RESOURCE COMPLIMENTS OF: EMC Transform End User Computing Turn to EMC to bring new simplicity, power, and efficiency to end user computing-any user, any device, anywhere. Click to continue In this Issue Career Watch: Employers focusing on retention Paul Glen: Words are the first hurdle for new tech managers Offshoring shrinks number of IT jobs, study says Indian, U.S. firms urge Obama action on visas USC students turn to mobile apps for online classes RESOURCE COMPLIMENTS OF: Hosting.com 100% Application Availability in the Cloud Optimize your infrastructure for mission-critical applications while minimizing costs. Powered by Microsoft SQL Server and Hosting.com. Availability--Performance--Scalability--Security. Guaranteed. Learn more at the April 12 webinar from Microsoft and Hosting.com subject matter experts. Register now! Career Watch: Employers focusing on retention Increased compensation and promotions have become more popular as motivators. Read More Paul Glen: Words are the first hurdle for new tech managers New managers lack the language to understand and express the value of management itself. Insider (registration required) Read More WHITE PAPER: Oracle Migrating Your Legacy IBM Database Environment Download this guide to ensure a seamless migration and take advantage of reduced costs associated with extremely efficient day-to-day database administration. Learn More! Offshoring shrinks number of IT jobs, study says The number of IT jobs at large corporations is declining significantly, but within 10 years this exodus may end as companies run out of jobs suitable for moving to low-cost countries, a new study says. Read More Indian, U.S. firms urge Obama action on visas Some of the largest IT companies in India and the U.S. are complaining to President Obama that it has become increasingly difficult to get work visas for their employees -- and they want him to take action. Read More USC students turn to mobile apps for online classes With many colleges offering online classes as part of their curricula, students are increasingly turning to mobile devices to supplement live sessions with teachers and classmates alike. Read More
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