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The prerequisite to install WebSphere Portal 9 on Ubuntu: Install Ubuntu 16.04 LTS operating system. Install IBM Installation Manager 1.8.5 or higher. (If you are running on a lower version of installation manager then upgrade it before starting the installation.) Download below eAssembly or part number separately for Portal 9 installation. You can download CJ1A3ML […]

Data security is the first and foremost requirement of all retail implementations. Once you have installed Sterling OMS, all sensitive data like database passwords is stored as clear text in application property files. Since encryption of property data in Sterling OMS is not provided as a default feature, the decisions about what type of data must […]

Every technology trend goes through its hype cycle and APIs are no different. Groomed as the swarm of mini-engines that would power the digital economy, many see APIs as the elixir that adds value and extends solutions. However, despite over 15,000 APIs on the market today, enterprises must follow best practices to take advantage of […]

With the arrival of Edge Computing, the coronation of IoT wasn’t far behind. As we’ll likely witness in IDC’s upcoming FutureScape Report and in already-released reports projects concerning the Internet of Things will likely see significant increase in 2018. Here are some of the reports we’re seeing: IoT Connections are Growing: According to Verizon’s 2017 […]

Save the date, let’s get together to have a great day of networking, knowledge sharing, skill improvements and a chance to get out of the office. The Indianapolis Maximo User Group provides a forum for Maximo users in the Indianapolis area to collaborate on their experiences with asset management and uses of IBM Maximo by […]

In the age of customer obsession, nothing is worse than a bad customer experience gone viral. Whether it’s a package arriving late, rude service people, or ignored product defections, headline-hungry newsrooms and vigilant everyday individuals pick up experiences quickly and won’t hold back in their stinging criticisms. Thankfully, there are paths around these fears. In […]

The beginning of the holiday season also represents a time to look towards 2018 and the technology trends most pertinent for executives. Even though we continue to be in unprecedented growth around cloud and DevOps solutions, other areas are gaining steam and stand to dominate media attention in the years ahead. One area to look […]

As a recent homeowner, I’ve become more attuned to the complexities of the building I live in. After all, the buck now stops with me around repair challenges including piping, the water heater, and the look of the interior. One thing that stands out to me around home repairs is that everything is standardized and […]

In today’s digital economy, enterprises face disruption by innovative business models and new players in the established industries. With multi-channel experiences the norm, many consumers have little patience for organizations who drop the ball on their customer service and product initiatives. More so, with more options on the market than ever and the search engine […]

Wondering if this IoT business applies to you and your business? I’m sure you’re not alone, but this quick blog will hopefully start change your mind that it does. For more information, please click here to read “The Why, What and How of IoT – 50+ examples across 11 Industries.” The goal of this blog […]

Technology consolidation is constant theme transforming industries. For example, personal computers have merged with tablets and mobile phones as consumers show their interest in computing power on the go. Even applications have gotten smaller, with traditional software replaced by lightweight applications. Logically speaking, the same is happening in the enterprise software world where DevOps, security, […]

Two weeks ago, we held a webinar on the business use case of Watson within the insurance industry, highlighting the business savings of artificial intelligence in customer support and self-service. Artificial intelligence spending is skyrocketing, with worldwide spending expected to hit $47 billion in 2020, according to research from IDC.  Whether it’s insurance, higher education, […]