Business of IT
Best practices to save money on software renewals, streamline IT asset management, and provide lifecycle services that support new ways of working
The 2026 Microsoft price shock: What EA Level C/D customers must do now:
Why this year’s licensing changes are a financial event — not just a pricing update.
December 5, 2025
Microsoft is raising prices on M365 — here's what you need to do next.
New year, new influence: Securing executive support for IT initiatives:
Often, it’s an understanding of psychology, not technology, that enables CIOs to lead successfully.
December 3, 2025
CIO success in 2026 hinges on influence — communication, metrics, and partnerships.
How Microsoft is driving the next era of work for 2025 and beyond:
Microsoft’s latest innovations mark a shift from experimentation to strategy. Here’s how to get ready.
December 1, 2025
Microsoft Ignite 2025 sets the stage for AI-driven work with smarter agents and unified governance.
SHI’s Research Roundup for November 28, 2025
November 28, 2025
We're comparing the "state of AI" according to two different reports and looking at what IT leaders see as their 2026 priorities.
4 critical cybersecurity strategies for state and local governments in 2026:
Why 2026 is a turning point for public sector cybersecurity — and how agencies can stay ahead.
November 26, 2025
2026 is a turning point for public-sector cybersecurity. Here’s how SLTT agencies can stay ahead.
Transform your device management with device as a service from SHI:
Our experts help you save time and money with DaaS
November 21, 2025
Provide a modern device experience and ensure end-user productivity, all while keeping costs down.
SHI warehousing: Secure, dependable device storage for up to 12 months:
Prepare for future device deployments without stuffing closets or renting unreliable storage space.
November 19, 2025
Prepare for future device deployments without stuffing closets or renting unreliable storage space.
How to escape the 75% transformation failure rate cursing IT adoption:
Adoption and change management helps you tackle the people side of change
November 17, 2025
Adoption and change management helps you tackle the people side of change
SHI’s Research Roundup for November 14, 2025
November 14, 2025
Apple’s rapid climb in the enterprise, the widening DEX gap, and new regulations fueling innovation.
Battery life impacts AI PC performance. Here’s how to avoid the tap:
Save range anxiety for EVs. Make battery life a critical factor in your device refresh decisions.
November 10, 2025
Range anxiety is for EVs, not devices. Make battery life a critical factor in your device refresh decisions.
The best way to get max value from old tech? Sustainable IT asset recovery:
Recovering IT assets sustainably is good for the environment and great for your budget – the best kind of win-win.
November 7, 2025
When the time comes to dispose of end-of-life (EOL) technology, are you prepared to do it sustainably?
Unified AI infrastructure: 5 key takeaways for IT leaders:
What really happens when you scale AI beyond pilots — and how to avoid the expensive mistakes.
November 7, 2025
AI is everywhere — but scaling it takes more than tech. Here’s what IT leaders learned at the SHI Summit.
How to turn device refresh chaos into strategic wins with smart data:
Make smarter device refresh decisions by validating hardware against your real-world use cases.
November 5, 2025
Make smarter device refresh decisions by validating hardware against your real-world use cases.
How to extend the life of IT equipment with SHI data center warranty services:
The end of OEM warranties doesn’t have to mean the end of your essential technology.
November 4, 2025
Protect your data center investments with warranty services through SHI.
ITAM and FinOps: Why a unified IT strategy is essential to control costs:
An “all for one and one for all” approach can drive you (and your ROI) forward.
October 31, 2025
Are your systems working together, or are you fighting silos and inefficiencies?
