Subj : Many companies are still struggling with sustainability goals, an To : All From : TechnologyDaily Date : Mon Jul 03 2023 13:00:03 Many companies are still struggling with sustainability goals, and the C-suite may to blame Date: Mon, 03 Jul 2023 11:02:16 +0000 Description: CEOs are passing the buck to CTOs, but even they are failing to reach tech zero on the road to ultimate sustainability. FULL STORY ====================================================================== According to Intel, most businesses are still falling well short of reaching their sustainability goals, and its often because of their failure to adapt to newer technologies quickly enough. The company's study of more than 1,500 senior IT leaders, 250 CEOs, and 250 chief sustainability officers (CSOs), found a clear appetite for tech zero, which Intel defines are the reduction of an organizations IT function carbon footprint. Around four in five of the respondents believe that their companys CTO has a vital role in achieving sustainability targets. Technology will help us meet sustainability goals In an effort to help put itself on the map in this area of companies decisions, Intel has put together an advisory board of tech and sustainability leaders. Together, they will guide organizations along their path to better sustainability by incorporating real-world business demands into their agenda. Read more > These are the best cloud hosting providers > HDDs help pave the way for more sustainable data centers > Will digital twin technology unlock supply chain sustainability in 2023? The seven panel members include high-ranking representatives from companies like RedHat, Cisco, IBM, and Shell. Intel corporate VP and digital transformation officer, Motti Finkelstein, said: The new role of the sustainable CTO will play a crucial part in an organizations transition to net zero, but CTOs cant navigate the challenges they will face alone, hinting at the companys new initiative to help guide CTOs. Citing a lack of knowledge, investment, and innovation as three limiting factors, Intel lined out four steps that should appear on every sustainable CTOs roadmap to tech zero: Build skills to understand where to optimize Get buy-in from the wider business Understand the data and optimize existing infrastructure Plan for solution and software innovation With support from sectors including hyperscalers, financial services, healthcare, transportation, education, and retail, Intel hopes that more businesses can achieve their goals thanks to relatable, applicable guidance. These are the best web hosting services right now ====================================================================== Link to news story: https://www.techradar.com/pro/many-companies-are-still-struggling-with-sustain ability-goals-and-the-c-suite-is-to-blame --- Mystic BBS v1.12 A47 (Linux/64) * Origin: tqwNet Technology News (1337:1/100) .