Keri Allan
Keri Allan is a freelancer with 20 years of experience writing about technology and has written for publications including the Guardian, the Sunday Times, CIO, E&T and Arabian Computer News. She specialises in areas including the cloud, IoT, AI, machine learning and digital transformation.
Latest articles by Keri Allan
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AI in software engineering: Six ways the profession is changing
By Keri Allan last updated
In-depth The use of AI in software engineering has become one of the shining examples of how the technology can improve productivity – but how will it impact workers?
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How to implement identity and access management (IAM) effectively in your business
By Keri Allan published
How to With pressure from the board and a new wave of threats, security leaders looking to implement IAM should start small and lean on the data
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The women returning to tech – and why they left
By Keri Allan published
Case study As the attrition of women in tech continues to bite, workers who have left and rejoined the sector explain what changed their minds and the lessons leaders can take from this
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The highest-paying tech jobs in 2024
By Keri Allan last updated
In-depth A guide to the highest-paying tech jobs in both the US and UK, as well as the demands driving tech salaries
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What is a TOAD attack?
By Keri Allan published
In-depth Find out what this means for your business, and what you can do to protect it.
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Three ways sustainability tech is helping businesses meet climate goals
By Keri Allan published
In-depth Adoption of even simple sustainability tech can cut costs and reduce carbon emissions, while AI and IIoT can enable more advanced green transformations
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How leaders can ensure open source adoption is a success
By Keri Allan published
In-depth A clear strategy is key for open source adoption, with core responsibilities for security and licensing falling on leaders
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How can leaders support neurodiversity in tech?
By Keri Allan published
In-depth Fostering the right workplace culture for neurodiversity in tech is a must for an effective, equal office
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Five common barriers holding back women in tech
By Keri Allan published
Women in tech still face significant challenges in the workplace
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Do businesses have a Friday problem?
By Keri Allan published
In-depth The concept of a 'Friday problem' might come from a troubled concept of productivity
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The best C++ courses to kickstart your software development career
By Keri Allan last updated
In-depth Some of the best C++ courses available today for landing a new job, from entry level courses to full certificates
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The best Excel courses for business users
By Keri Allan last updated
In-depth A selection of some of the best Excel courses, including both free and paid options, to help you develop the valuable skills your business needs
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Six digital transformation quick wins your business can try today
By Keri Allan published
Case Study Digital transformation doesn’t need to be a never-ending slog – and there are many projects you can complete in less than a year
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When should you cancel digital transformation?
By Keri Allan published
In-depth Experts highlight the digital transformation red flags to look out for, and how to navigate a complete cancelation
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Is the Kubernetes security deficit widening?
By Keri Allan published
In-Depth Kubernetes and containerization are surging in popularity but organizations are worrying over unaddressed cyber security risks
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What is the future of public cloud?
By Keri Allan published
In-depth The public cloud has been around for more than two decades, yet its popularity endures despite hybrid, private and repatriation movements
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What is 'steal now, crack later'?
By Keri Allan published
In-depth The rise in quantum computing this decade is pushing cyber criminals into stealing encrypted business data with the hopes of cracking it in the future
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Building a data governance strategy in 2023
By Keri Allan published
In-depth Data governance will continue to expand as attitudes change and businesses look to optimise the value of their data
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Building a more supportive environment for LGBTQ+ staff
By Keri Allan published
In-depth Tech workers feel solidarity is starting to erode, and the workplace may be to blame
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Digital transformation: Managing a hybrid IT estate of old and new
By Keri Allan published
In-depth Although a mixed IT estate isn’t sustainable in the long term, there are ways to make your job easier
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Building an IT dream team
By Keri Allan published
In-depth With the tech industry constantly evolving, it’s important for your organisation to remain as agile and forward thinking as possible
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Investment starvation could stall startup innovation
By Keri Allan published
In-depth With tech startups seeing less funding coming their way, how serious will the ramifications be for UK innovation?
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How to avoid corrupting your hybrid work strategy
By Keri Allan last updated
In-depth Promises of flexibility and empowerment risk being undercut with increased monitoring and control over workers