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In the News
🔵 Microsoft Unveils New AI-Enhanced Office Suite Features
Microsoft has added new AI-driven capabilities to its Office suite, including advanced data analytics for Excel and predictive text enhancements for Word, aiming to streamline workflows and improve productivity for business users. These updates are part of Microsoft’s ongoing efforts to integrate AI into everyday office tasks.
🔵 FTC Proposes New Rules on Data Privacy and AI Use
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed regulations aimed at strengthening data privacy and managing the risks associated with artificial intelligence in consumer applications. The proposed rules focus on transparency, consumer consent, and accountability, with implications for businesses across all industries that use AI-driven customer data.
🔵 SAP Expands Strategic Partnership with Google Cloud
SAP and Google Cloud are teaming up to improve data security and accessibility for SAP users. This collaboration will see SAP applications and data platforms integrated more deeply with Google Cloud’s infrastructure, offering enhanced data encryption, real-time analytics, and access to Google’s machine-learning models for SAP clients.
🔵 Zoom Introduces Enhanced Encryption for Secure Video Meetings
In response to heightened concerns around cybersecurity, Zoom has rolled out end-to-end encryption (E2EE) upgrades across its platform, especially beneficial for enterprise clients managing sensitive communications. The new feature ensures that video calls, chats, and file-sharing are secured with the highest encryption standards available.
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On the Docket
🎓Cloud Contracting: Demystifying the Fog
November 12-14, 2024 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET
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🎤 CAUCUS Conversations: Implementing CLM Systems
November 20, 2024 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ET
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🔥CAUCUS Campfires: Negotiating with Industry Giants
December 4, 2024 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ET
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Career Center
🔵 IT Procurement Specialist - PSEG
Newark, NJ (Hybrid)
PSEG is looking for an IT Procurement Specialist to support procurement and financial processes for IT. The role involves administrative and strategic tasks related to IT procurement.
Apply here.
🔵 Vendor Manager - Woot (Amazon)
Remote
Amazon's Woot division seeks a Vendor Manager to oversee relationships with key suppliers, focusing on contract management and procurement optimization.
Apply here.
🔵 IT Procurement Officer - State of Wisconsin
Union Grove, WI
This role involves managing procurement for IT and telecommunication systems for state facilities, with a focus on compliance and fiscal efficiency.
Apply here.
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