Dale Walker
Dale Walker is the former managing editor at ITPro, as well as its sibling sites CloudPro and ChannelPro. Dale first joined ITPro in 2016 as an intern and went on to hold a variety of different positions across the brand, including a staff writer role where he developed a keen interest in IT regulations, data protection, and cyber security.
He spent a number of years reporting for ITPro from numerous domestic and international events, including IBM, Red Hat, Google, and has been a regular reporter for Microsoft's various yearly showcases, including Ignite.
Prior to joining ITPro, Dale secured a Masters degree in Magazine Journalism from the University of Sheffield, where he also won a number of awards for his design and concept work, including BBC Worldwide Best New Magazine Brand at the 2016 Magazine Academy awards.
Latest articles by Dale Walker
IT Pro 20/20: The new frontier of innovation
By Dale Walker published
IT Pro 20/20 Businesses are putting green tech at their heart of their buying decisions, and manufacturers and paying attention
What is PRINCE2?
By Dale Walker last updated
In-depth We take a closer look at the project management framework
IT Pro 20/20: Does the UK stand a chance in the global AI race?
By Dale Walker published
IT Pro 20/20 Lofty goals and a rich history in computer science may not be enough to stay relevant
IT Pro 20/20: The problem with diversity in cyber security leadership
By Dale Walker published
IT Pro 20/20 Why failing to address a shortage of women in senior roles puts businesses at risk - issue 23 is available to download now
What is reinforcement learning?
By Dale Walker last updated
In-depth We look at a method of AI development built on the idea of positive and negative feedback
IT Pro 20/20: The future of IT infrastructure
By Dale Walker published
IT Pro 20/20 Is UK net neutrality under threat and can using blockchain ruin your green credentials? Issue 22 of IT Pro 20/20 is out now
How to maintain your privacy on social media
By Dale Walker last updated
In-depth Even the most privacy conscious individuals can be caught out by misconfigured accounts
IT Pro 20/20: Using technology to create a better future
By Dale Walker published
IT Pro 20/20 Issue 21 of IT Pro 20/20 looks at the newest innovations and projects shaping our interactions with the world around us
IT Pro 20/20: The end of the remote work dream
By Dale Walker published
IT Pro 20/20 Issue 20 of IT Pro 20/20 examines whether a new industry policy to pay workers based on location is likely to catch on
GDPR and Brexit: How will one affect the other?
By Dale Walker last updated
In-depth What leaving the EU means for UK data laws and other regulations
IT Pro 20/20: The weak link in cyber security
By Dale Walker published
IT Pro 20/20 Issue 19 of IT Pro 20/20 looks at the cyber security problem facing small businesses and what this could mean for wider industries
GDPR for small businesses: What it means for you
By Dale Walker last updated
In-depth We look at how the new data protection laws will impact SMBs
How to perform a data protection impact assessment
By Dale Walker last updated
In-depth A guide to the various steps for assessing the risk that your data processing could pose
What is LTE?
By Dale Walker last updated
In-depth A guide to the standard that helped launch the 4G revolution
What is a subject access request?
By Dale Walker last updated
In-depth Guidance for both individuals and companies on how a data request should be processed
What is EU-US Privacy Shield?
By Dale Walker last updated
In-depth A look at the now invalidated framework US companies relied on to transfer data to and from the European Union
What is Kubernetes?
By Dale Walker last updated
In-depth We explain the power of Kubernetes, the Google-developed open source platform powering containerisation at scale
What is a botnet?
By Dale Walker last updated
In-depth An in-depth look at the evolution of this highly effective method of cyber crime
What is Li-Fi?
By Dale Walker last updated
In-depth A look at the Wi-Fi alternative that uses visible light to transfer data at staggering speeds
IT Pro 20/20: Does cyber security's public image need a makeover?
By Dale Walker published
IT Pro 20/20 Issue 18 of IT Pro 20/20 looks at recent efforts to retire the 'hacker' stereotype, and how the threat landscape has changed over the past 20 years
Bootmgr is missing - how do you fix it?
By Dale Walker last updated
In-depth This seemingly nightmarish error is actually not as bad as it seems
IT Pro 20/20: What the EU's new AI rules mean for business
By Dale Walker published
IT Pro 20/20 The 17th issue of IT Pro 20/20 considers the effect of new regulations on the IT industry
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