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What is risk management? Importance, benefits and guide
Risk management is the process of identifying, assessing and controlling threats to an organization's capital, operations and financial performance.
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Enterprise cybersecurity: A strategic guide for CISOs
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AI in healthcare: A guide to improving patient care with AI
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What is quantum computing? How it works and examples
Quantum computing is an emerging area of computer science focused on building computers based on the principles of quantum theory to dramatically increase computation speeds.
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What is ransomware? Definition and complete guide
Ransomware is malware that locks and encrypts a victim's data, files, devices or systems, rendering them inaccessible and unusable until the attacker receives a ransom payment.
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What is IT automation? A complete guide for IT teams
IT automation is the use of instructions to create a clear, consistent and repeatable process that replaces an IT professional's manual work in data centers and cloud deployments.
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Telehealth disparities persist among rural US adults
In rural areas, older adults and minority groups used telehealth less than their peers, indicating telehealth disparities within rural populations in...
How a rideshare SDOH program closed cancer screening gaps
Researchers found that rideshare programs can address leading SDOH fueling cancer screening gaps in a cost-effective model.
Generic, biosimilar markets at risk despite saving $467B in 2024
Generics and biosimilars cut U.S. drug costs by $467B in 2024, but the AAM warns that PBMs, IRA rules and a lack of competition threaten long-term ...
News brief: Salesloft Drift breach update and timeline
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