Gartner Inc. predicts a notable increase in worldwide IT spending, projected to grow 9.8% to $5.61 trillion in 2025, ahead of the 7.7% increase anticipated for 2024. This significant surge, however, is largely driven by rising prices for existing products and services rather than an expansion in IT
Brockville's city council is grappling with a significant challenge as they consider over 100 proposed capital projects for the 2025 budget. These projects, essential for maintaining and enhancing the city's infrastructure and services, could nearly double the city's tax levy
Evanston/Skokie School District 65 is grappling with a formidable financial challenge, facing a projected $16.7 million deficit for the 2026 fiscal year, an obstacle that has sparked intense discussions among officials and community members. The looming deficit demands a range of strategic budget
The increasing integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and the explosion of unstructured data such as imagery, video, and audio files have created an urgent need for government agencies to adopt private or hybrid cloud solutions for data management. Historically, these agencies have relied on
As the holiday season approaches, Barrie businesses are hopeful the newly implemented sales tax break at the checkout will invigorate the local economy and possibly encourage more donations to charities. Some community members believe the tax break will inspire consumers to increase their spending
In an unprecedented move toward government efficiency, the Cato Institute has released a detailed report designed to assist the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), spearheaded by notable entrepreneurs Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy. This initiative aims to significantly
