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AI-Led IT Strategies Take Center Stage for CIOs in 2024: Key Findings From Info-Tech Research Group’s Mid-Year Report

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Info-Tech Research Group’s Best of 2024 Mid-Year Report, based on member engagement and usage, showcases a curated selection of the most impactful research and tools that have proven critical in helping CIOs and IT leaders navigate the most pressing challenges of the year, particularly in areas like AI adoption, digital transformation, and cybersecurity.

TORONTO, Aug. 20, 2024 /CNW/ – As AI continues to reshape the business landscape, CIOs and IT leaders face unprecedented challenges and opportunities. Reflecting the collective experiences and needs of its global membership, Info-Tech Research Group has released its Best of 2024 Mid-Year Report: AI Rewrites the Playbook for CIOs. This report highlights the top resources that have empowered IT leaders to excel in the first half of the year based on member-driven data such as downloads, usage, analyst calls, and workshops. By emphasizing the tools and insights most used by its members, the report highlights IT’s role in driving innovation, optimizing operations, and aligning IT strategies with business goals in a rapidly changing market.

“As we reach the midpoint of 2024, it’s clear that AI is no longer just a buzzword – it’s a transformative force that’s redefining the role of the CIO,” says Info-Tech Research Group’s Chief Research Officer Gord Harrison. “Our Best of 2024 Mid-Year Report highlights the research and tools that have been most effective in helping IT leaders harness the power of AI and navigate the complexities of today’s digital landscape. These resources, chosen by our members, are essential for any organization looking to thrive in an era of exponential technological change.”

Among the top resources featured in the report are strategic guides on AI integration, frameworks for enhancing cybersecurity resilience, and roadmaps for digital transformation. The data reveals a significant shift toward AI-driven strategies, with many organizations prioritizing AI initiatives to remain competitive and innovative. The report also underscores the growing importance of cybersecurity in safeguarding digital assets as organizations become increasingly reliant on technology.

These top resources have been instrumental in enabling CIOs and IT leaders to make informed decisions, optimize their IT operations, and align their strategies with business goals. The emphasis on AI and digital transformation in the report reflects the broader industry trend of leveraging technology to drive growth and operational efficiency. With these resources, Info-Tech members have been able to stay ahead of the curve, addressing both immediate challenges and long-term strategic objectives.

Among the standout research guides and blueprints highlighted in the Best of 2024 Mid-Year Report, the following have made the most significant impact and shaped global IT strategies in 2024:

Build a Reporting and Analytical Insights Strategy: Designed to help IT leaders deliver actionable business insights, this guide focuses on developing a reporting and analytics strategy aligned with organizational goals. It provides a structured approach to integrating data analytics into decision-making processes.Artificial Intelligence Research Center: The AI Research Center is a dedicated resource for organizations looking to leverage AI and machine learning to enhance business operations. It offers a wealth of tools, frameworks, and insights to help organizations maximize the potential of AI technologies.Privacy Regulation Roundup: This resource, updated monthly, delivers actionable insights and research to assist organizations in staying compliant with global privacy regulations. It ensures that IT leaders are informed of regulatory changes and equipped with practical strategies for managing compliance.Build an Information Security Strategy: This blueprint guides organizations in aligning their information security strategy with business objectives and risk management practices. It emphasizes the creation of a security framework that delivers value while protecting critical assets.Deploy AIOps to Improve IT Operations: Focusing on the transformation of IT operations, this research outlines how to adopt AIOps, a data-driven approach that uses AI to enhance IT efficiency and performance. It outlines strategies for integrating AIOps into existing IT operations.Prepare for Microsoft 365 Copilot: This research provides strategies for successfully deploying Microsoft 365 Copilot within an organization. It highlights the potential benefits of Copilot in improving employee productivity and transforming workplace collaboration.AI Marketplace: The AI Marketplace is a research center designed to help organizations navigate the complexities of AI adoption. It offers tailored support and insights to unlock the potential of AI, guiding organizations through the vendor selection process and implementation.Visualize the IT Operating Model: This research helps IT leaders demonstrate the value IT brings to the organization by creating a visual representation of the IT operating model. It provides tools and frameworks to effectively communicate IT’s role in enabling business success.Rationalize Your Application Portfolio: This blueprint assists organizations in establishing an evergreen application portfolio management program. It focuses on optimizing the application landscape to ensure the best return on investment and align with business needs.CIO Priorities 2024: Highlighting the top priorities for CIOs in 2024, this report emphasizes AI’s role in driving exponential IT value creation. It provides actionable insights for CIOs to lead their organizations through transformative technological changes.Develop an Exponential IT Roadmap: This blueprint offers a roadmap for organizations looking to harness the opportunities presented by exponential technologies. It provides strategies for evolving IT capabilities to stay ahead in a rapidly changing technological landscape.Develop Your Agile Approach for a Successful Transformation: This resource introduces Agile fundamentals, principles, and practices, helping organizations adopt Agile methodologies to drive successful transformations and improve project outcomes.

The Best of 2024 Mid-Year Report highlights the critical resources that have enabled CIOs and IT leaders to navigate a landscape defined by exponential technological advancement and AI-driven transformation. As the year progresses, Info-Tech Research Group remains dedicated to supporting IT leaders and their organizations with the latest research, best practices, tools, and insights to adapt and thrive amid evolving industry demands.

For media professionals looking for exclusive and timely commentary from Info-Tech’s analysts on the trending topics identified in the resource, as well as access to the Best of 2024 Mid-Year Report, please contact pr@infotech.com.

Info-Tech LIVE 2024 Conference

Registration is now open for Info-Tech Research Group’s annual IT conference, Info-Tech LIVE 2024, taking place September 17 to 19, 2024, at the iconic Bellagio in Las Vegas. This premier IT industry event will also offer journalists, podcasters, and media influencers access to exclusive content, the latest technology research and trends, and the opportunity to interview industry experts, analysts, and speakers. To apply for media passes to attend the event or to gain access to research and expert insights on trending topics, please contact pr@infotech.com.

About Info-Tech Research Group

Info-Tech Research Group is one of the world’s leading research and advisory firms, proudly serving over 30,000 IT and HR professionals. The company produces unbiased, highly relevant research and provides advisory services to help leaders make strategic, timely, and well-informed decisions. For nearly 30 years, Info-Tech has partnered closely with teams to provide them with everything they need, from actionable tools to analyst guidance, ensuring they deliver measurable results for their organizations.

To learn more about Info-Tech’s divisions, visit McLean & Company for HR research and advisory services and SoftwareReviews for software buying insights.

Media professionals can register for unrestricted access to research across IT, HR, and software and hundreds of industry analysts through the firm’s Media Insiders program. To gain access, contact pr@infotech.com. 

For information about Info-Tech Research Group or to access the latest research, visit infotech.com and connect via LinkedIn and X.

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TELUS announces election of directors

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VANCOUVER, BC, May 8, 2026 /CNW/ – TELUS Corporation (TELUS) (TSX: T) (NYSE: TU) announced today that the nominees listed in TELUS’ 2026 information circular were elected as directors of TELUS. The detailed results of the vote for the election of directors held at TELUS’ annual meeting on May 8, 2026 (the Meeting) are set out below.

Each of the following 14 nominees proposed by management was elected as a director of TELUS:

Nominee

Votes For  

% Votes For  

Votes Withheld  

% Votes Withheld 

Raymond T. Chan

592,322,965

97.91

12,667,245

2.09

Hazel Claxton

599,400,953

99.08

5,589,256

0.92

Lisa De Wilde

583,361,107

96.42

21,629,103

3.58

Victor Dodig

593,352,117

98.08

11,638,092

1.92

Darren Entwistle

586,791,970

96.99

18,198,239

3.01

Thomas Flynn

596,684,564

98.63

8,305,646

1.37

Mary Jo Haddad

577,841,419

95.51

27,148,791

4.49

Martha Hall Findlay     

595,075,545

98.36

9,914,665

1.64

Christine Magee

597,282,615

98.73

7,707,595

1.27

John Manley

579,845,538

95.84

25,144,672

4.16

David Mowat

592,867,380

98.00

12,122,830

2.00

Marc Parent

577,961,748

95.53

27,028,461

4.47

Denise Pickett

596,211,746

98.55

8,778,464

1.45

W. Sean Willy

595,898,668

98.50

9,091,541

1.50

Final voting results on all matters voted on at the Meeting will be published shortly on telus.com/agm, and filed with the Canadian and U.S. securities regulators.

About TELUS

TELUS (TSX: T, NYSE: TU) is a world-leading communications technology company operating in more than 45 countries and generating over $20 billion in annual revenue with more than 21 million customer connections through our advanced suite of broadband services for consumers, businesses and the public sector. We are committed to leveraging our technology to enable remarkable human outcomes. TELUS is passionate about putting our customers and communities first, leading the way globally in client service excellence and social capitalism. TELUS Health is enhancing approximately 170 million lives across 200 countries and territories through innovative preventive medicine and well-being technologies. TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods utilizes digital technologies and data insights to optimize the connection between producers and consumers. TELUS Digital specializes in digital customer experiences and future-focused digital transformations that deliver value for their global clients. Guided by our enduring ‘give where we live’ philosophy, TELUS continues to invest in initiatives that support education, health and community well-being. In 2023, we launched the TELUS Student Bursary, which strives to ensure that every young person in Canada who wants a postsecondary education has the opportunity to pursue one. To date, the program has distributed over $6 million in bursaries to 2,000 students and counting. Since 2000, TELUS, our team members and retirees have contributed $1.85 billion in cash, in-kind contributions, time and programs, including 2.5 million days of service–earning TELUS the distinction of the world’s most giving company.

For more information, visit telus.com or follow @Darren_Entwistle on Instagram.

For more information, please contact:

Jacinthe Beaulieu
TELUS Media Relations
Jacinthe.Beaulieu@telus.com

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CTK BIO SELECTED TO PARTICIPATE IN NGEN’S $62.7M ADVANCED MANUFACTURING INITIATIVE

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VANCOUVER, BC, May 8, 2026 /CNW/ – CTK Bio Canada today announced its selection as a participant in a Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen)-supported advanced manufacturing project, part of a $62.7 million national initiative backing 14 high-impact projects across Canada.

The initiative, recently announced by NGen, represents one of Canada’s most significant investments in advanced manufacturing, supporting collaborations between leading industry and technology partners to accelerate commercialization and strengthen global competitiveness. NGen’s project selection process is highly competitive, prioritizing initiatives with strong technical innovation, commercialization potential, and industry impact.

CTK Bio will contribute to the project titled “Streamlining Cosmetics Packaging with AI Powered Materials Informatics,” which uses artificial intelligence to guide the formulation and validation of packaging materials, ensuring compatibility with cosmetic products while meeting performance and regulatory requirements.

ADVANCING AI-DRIVEN MATERIALS INNOVATION
Through this project, CTK Bio is advancing an AI-powered materials informatics approach that improves how packaging materials are formulated, validated, and scaled for cosmetic applications.

By shifting from traditional trial-and-error methods to predictive, data-driven formulation, CTK Bio aims to:

Increase the success rate of new material developmentReduce formulation and validation timelinesLower development costsAccelerate commercialization of innovative and sustainable packaging solutions

EXECUTIVE COMMENTARY
JK Park, CEO
“This project unlocks synergies between CTK Bio and CTK Clip, where we already have an established global presence in the cosmetics market. By combining advanced materials innovation with existing market access, we can accelerate the commercialization of next-generation packaging solutions.”

ABOUT CTK BIO
CTK Bio Canada is focused on advancing next-generation biomaterials and manufacturing technologies, developing innovative solutions that enable more efficient, sustainable, and scalable production across global industries.

ABOUT NGEN
Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) is the industry-led organization spearheading Canada’s Global Innovation Cluster for Advanced Manufacturing. NGen brings together industry, academia, and technology partners to drive innovation, accelerate commercialization, and enhance Canada’s global competitiveness.

SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ctkbiocanada
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ctkbiocanada
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ctk-bio-canada

For more information, visit www.ctkbio.com or call (604) 372-4200.

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During Small Business Month, Reform CIPA Coalition Says Best Way to Support Small Businesses Is to Reform CIPA

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Coalition now includes more than 30 small businesses and nearly 40 organizations representing small business interests statewide

SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — One of the best ways to celebrate and support small businesses this May is to protect them from abusive litigation tied to outdated interpretations of a 1960s law. In recognition of Small Business Month, the Reform CIPA Coalition today called on California policymakers  to modernize the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA), by passing SB 690. The Reform CIPA Coalition continues to grow. Among its 146 coalition members, more than 30 individual small businesses and over 40 organizations representing small business interests across California have joined the movement. Coalition members say momentum is building around the need to clarify that commonplace online tools already regulated under California’s consumer privacy laws should not trigger predatory lawsuits.

“An outdated 1960s law should not be weaponized against businesses using everyday technologies like chat features, appointment scheduling, or analytics tools. These lawsuits drive up costs, discourage investment, and make it harder for small businesses to grow. Senate Bill 690 offers a commonsense fix, and that’s why support for reform continues to expand,” said Michael Hedges, President of the California Small Business Association.

Coalition leaders said reform is not only about legal clarity, but affordability.

“This is an affordability issue caused by a legal issue. When small businesses, like many here in Los Angeles, are forced to spend money defending meritless lawsuits, those costs ripple through the economy. They affect jobs, prices, and local communities. A growing coalition of business leaders is coming together because California needs clear, modern rules that protect privacy without punishing responsible businesses,” said Mitchell Vieyra, Executive Vice President of the Los Angeles County Business Federation (BizFed).

A coalition small business member added:

“California’s small businesses are already navigating rising costs, labor pressures, and economic uncertainty. Being hit with lawsuits over routine website tools that help us communicate with customers and stay competitive is deeply unfair. Reforming CIPA is about protecting small businesses from abusive litigation while preserving strong privacy protections. That’s why more business owners are joining the Reform CIPA Coalition.” — Michelle Leopold, Owner/CMO, Stan’s Ace Hardware

Supporters say the best way to celebrate Small Business Month is to enact reforms that help small businesses survive and grow, not leave them vulnerable to costly lawsuits over routine technologies used every day to serve customers.

Senate Bill 690 would clarify that activities already governed under the California Consumer Privacy Act are not grounds for opportunistic CIPA claims, while maintaining strong privacy protections for consumers.

As Small Business Month continues, Reform CIPA Coalition members urged lawmakers to stand with local employers, entrepreneurs and job creators by advancing common sense reform.

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