Carrie Pallardy, Contributing ReporterMay 14, 20255 Min ReadWavebreakmedia Ltd IFE-240918 via Alamy StockJoel Klein, MD, senior vice president and CIO of University of Maryland Medical System, did not start his career in IT. He practiced as an emergency medicine physician, thriving in that chaotic and demanding environment. In the early days of electronic medical record systems, he started looking for ways to leverage data to understand performance in his hospital group. When it came time to upgrade the health system’s EMR systems, he was tapped to lead that process.  “That’s really what started accelerating that part of my career, and from there it was just one thing leading to another, and I became our CIO. I’ll have finished six years in July,” Klein shares.  He started his career in emergency medicine at North Arundel Hospital in Maryland. In 2000, that hospital joined the University of Maryland Medical System. Today, that system has 11 hospitals. As CIO, Klein has a team of 800 people, plus consultants.  He tells InformationWeek about the early days of his career, navigating the fallout of a third-party ransomware attack during COVID, and the satisfaction of being able to deliver impactful IT solutions.  From Emergency Medicine to IT Klein discovered a passion for medicine in college. He worked a series of work study jobs, one of which happened to be as a student athletic trainer. “That was my first exposure to really taking care of people,” he recalls. Related:He found his fit in emergency medicine. As he started to take on more IT responsibilities while still practicing, Klein felt himself pulled in two different directions.  “At first when I became the CIO, I didn’t want to stop seeing patients. I had done all this training. and I liked working in the ER,” he explains. Joel Klein, MDSo, he would split shifts in the ER with his colleagues. He started his day seeing patients at 5 a.m. and then went on to begin his day as CIO at 8 a.m. or 9 a.m. He worked like that through the initial years of COVID, seeing patients into 2022. But that split became unsustainable. He has a family, and the physical demands of being an ER doctor became hard to ignore.  He envisions the rest of his career in IT, but he sees ways in which his experiences in medicine and IT complement each other.  “I really don't think they’re different roles at all,” says Klein. “It’s huge variety from meeting to meeting or patient to patient. It’s the kind of variety that some people would call whiplash where you have to quickly code switch from issue to issue or stakeholder to stakeholder very, very quickly. But I’ve always loved that.” Related:A Day in the Life  Klein is still an early riser. He starts his day around 4 a.m., reading the news and catching up on email. By 7 a.m., he might be on the phone with the health system’s compliance team or its CTO. After that, he’s in the car heading to one of the system’s hospitals. Throughout the day, he will be talking to plenty of different people and teams who make a hospital run: the head of the OR, other executives, other IT workers, lab leaders.  “There are so many different walks of life and experts and professionals and therapists and clinicians and business folks in a healthcare organization, and you're responsible for their ability to do their job,” says Klein. CIOs in any industry need to be able to understand the needs of different positions and their workflows, but this can be particularly challenging in health care given the complexity and diversity of roles. “Add on the fact that you’ve got a lot of really opinionated people; doctors and nurses are not known for being shy about telling you what they think and what they need,” says Klein. “Sometimes that’s great because when you can deliver what they want, it’s really gratifying. But sometimes it feels like they’re asking for magic, and you can’t always do that given all the constraints.” Related:Resource constraints are a constant challenge, especially in an industry that is still working through the aftermath of a pandemic.  Navigating a Major Incident  Not every day for a CIO is typical. There are days, and weeks, devoted to handling the unexpected.  In December 2021, Ultimate Kronos Group was hit with a ransomware attack, impacting its customers’ payroll, staff attendance, and timekeeping capabilities.  “So, we had to stand up a way of tracking time: clock in, clock out time for 30,000 employees during the holidays, during COVID,” says Klein.  That ordeal stretched out over six weeks, a total of three pay periods. Within two weeks, IT was able to get a backup time and attendance system in place, Dr. Klein shares.  “standing up a whole new piece of infrastructure and connecting it to the thousands ofclocks that we have all over Maryland,” he says. “Then, we had to convert everything back over after the third pay period when our systems came back online.” The Best Part of the Job  Much of a CIO’s role is invisible to other people in the organization. That is until something goes wrong. But there are some opportunities to bring new developments into the hospital that make it easier for people to do their jobs.  Right now, Klein’s team devoted to new technology is working on a project to place video screens in operating rooms. The screens display information on patients, current procedures, and other case details. “It’s the scoreboard and the current status of the case,” says Klein. “It can be incredibly helpful to orient people back to these fundamental safety attributes to the case you're doing. So, the feedback that we've gotten from our surgical team on that has been fantastic.” The team is currently figuring out how to bring this technology to the hundreds of operating rooms across the health system.  “You hear a need, and you engineer something, and you deliver something that just nails the need and that just makes my day when that happens,” he says.  About the AuthorCarrie PallardyContributing ReporterCarrie Pallardy is a freelance writer and editor living in Chicago. She writes and edits in a variety of industries including cybersecurity, healthcare, and personal finance.See more from Carrie PallardyWebinarsMore WebinarsReportsMore ReportsNever Miss a Beat: Get a snapshot of the issues affecting the IT industry straight to your inbox.SIGN-UPYou May Also Like #cio #joel #klein #intersection #medicine

Carrie Pallardy, Contributing ReporterMay 14, 20255 Min ReadWavebreakmedia Ltd IFE-240918 via Alamy StockJoel Klein, MD, senior vice president and CIO of University of Maryland Medical System, did not start his career in IT. He practiced as an emergency medicine physician, thriving in that chaotic and demanding environment. In the early days of electronic medical record systems, he started looking for ways to leverage data to understand performance in his hospital group. When it came time to upgrade the health system’s EMR systems, he was tapped to lead that process.  “That’s really what started accelerating that part of my career, and from there it was just one thing leading to another, and I became our CIO. I’ll have finished six years in July,” Klein shares.  He started his career in emergency medicine at North Arundel Hospital in Maryland. In 2000, that hospital joined the University of Maryland Medical System. Today, that system has 11 hospitals. As CIO, Klein has a team of 800 people, plus consultants.  He tells InformationWeek about the early days of his career, navigating the fallout of a third-party ransomware attack during COVID, and the satisfaction of being able to deliver impactful IT solutions.  From Emergency Medicine to IT Klein discovered a passion for medicine in college. He worked a series of work study jobs, one of which happened to be as a student athletic trainer. “That was my first exposure to really taking care of people,” he recalls. Related:He found his fit in emergency medicine. As he started to take on more IT responsibilities while still practicing, Klein felt himself pulled in two different directions.  “At first when I became the CIO, I didn’t want to stop seeing patients. I had done all this training. and I liked working in the ER,” he explains. Joel Klein, MDSo, he would split shifts in the ER with his colleagues. He started his day seeing patients at 5 a.m. and then went on to begin his day as CIO at 8 a.m. or 9 a.m. He worked like that through the initial years of COVID, seeing patients into 2022. But that split became unsustainable. He has a family, and the physical demands of being an ER doctor became hard to ignore.  He envisions the rest of his career in IT, but he sees ways in which his experiences in medicine and IT complement each other.  “I really don't think they’re different roles at all,” says Klein. “It’s huge variety from meeting to meeting or patient to patient. It’s the kind of variety that some people would call whiplash where you have to quickly code switch from issue to issue or stakeholder to stakeholder very, very quickly. But I’ve always loved that.” Related:A Day in the Life  Klein is still an early riser. He starts his day around 4 a.m., reading the news and catching up on email. By 7 a.m., he might be on the phone with the health system’s compliance team or its CTO. After that, he’s in the car heading to one of the system’s hospitals. Throughout the day, he will be talking to plenty of different people and teams who make a hospital run: the head of the OR, other executives, other IT workers, lab leaders.  “There are so many different walks of life and experts and professionals and therapists and clinicians and business folks in a healthcare organization, and you're responsible for their ability to do their job,” says Klein. CIOs in any industry need to be able to understand the needs of different positions and their workflows, but this can be particularly challenging in health care given the complexity and diversity of roles. “Add on the fact that you’ve got a lot of really opinionated people; doctors and nurses are not known for being shy about telling you what they think and what they need,” says Klein. “Sometimes that’s great because when you can deliver what they want, it’s really gratifying. But sometimes it feels like they’re asking for magic, and you can’t always do that given all the constraints.” Related:Resource constraints are a constant challenge, especially in an industry that is still working through the aftermath of a pandemic.  Navigating a Major Incident  Not every day for a CIO is typical. There are days, and weeks, devoted to handling the unexpected.  In December 2021, Ultimate Kronos Group was hit with a ransomware attack, impacting its customers’ payroll, staff attendance, and timekeeping capabilities.  “So, we had to stand up a way of tracking time: clock in, clock out time for 30,000 employees during the holidays, during COVID,” says Klein.  That ordeal stretched out over six weeks, a total of three pay periods. Within two weeks, IT was able to get a backup time and attendance system in place, Dr. Klein shares.  “standing up a whole new piece of infrastructure and connecting it to the thousands ofclocks that we have all over Maryland,” he says. “Then, we had to convert everything back over after the third pay period when our systems came back online.” The Best Part of the Job  Much of a CIO’s role is invisible to other people in the organization. That is until something goes wrong. But there are some opportunities to bring new developments into the hospital that make it easier for people to do their jobs.  Right now, Klein’s team devoted to new technology is working on a project to place video screens in operating rooms. The screens display information on patients, current procedures, and other case details. “It’s the scoreboard and the current status of the case,” says Klein. “It can be incredibly helpful to orient people back to these fundamental safety attributes to the case you're doing. So, the feedback that we've gotten from our surgical team on that has been fantastic.” The team is currently figuring out how to bring this technology to the hundreds of operating rooms across the health system.  “You hear a need, and you engineer something, and you deliver something that just nails the need and that just makes my day when that happens,” he says.  About the AuthorCarrie PallardyContributing ReporterCarrie Pallardy is a freelance writer and editor living in Chicago. She writes and edits in a variety of industries including cybersecurity, healthcare, and personal finance.See more from Carrie PallardyWebinarsMore WebinarsReportsMore ReportsNever Miss a Beat: Get a snapshot of the issues affecting the IT industry straight to your inbox.SIGN-UPYou May Also Like #cio #joel #klein #intersection #medicine

House Republicans have proposed banning states from regulating AI for the next ten years. The sweeping moratorium, quietly tucked into the Budget Reconciliation Bill last Sunday, would block most state and local governments from enforcing AI regulations until 2035 if passed. The proposed legislation stated that “no State or political subdivision thereof may enforce any law or regulation regulating artificial intelligence models, artificial intelligence systems, or automated decision systems,” for 10 years. Industry experts warn that this potential regulatory vacuum would come precisely when AI systems are becoming more powerful and pervasive across the US society. Oversight gap raises concerns The moratorium would create an unprecedented situation: rapidly evolving AI technology would operate without state-level guardrails during what may be its most transformative decade. “The proposed decade-long moratorium on state-level AI regulations presents a double-edged sword,” said Abhivyakti Sengar, practice director at Everest Group. “On one hand, it aims to prevent a fragmented regulatory environment that could stifle innovation, on the other hand, it risks creating a regulatory vacuum, leaving critical decisions about AI governance in the hands of private entities without sufficient oversight.” The proposed legislation includes specific exceptions. According to the bill text, states would still be allowed to enforce laws that have “the primary purpose and effect of which is to remove legal impediments to, or facilitate the deployment or operation of, an artificial intelligence model, artificial intelligence system, or automated decision system.” States could also enforce laws that streamline “licensing, permitting, routing, zoning, procurement, or reporting procedures” for AI systems. However, the bill explicitly prohibits states from imposing “any substantive design, performance, data-handling, documentation, civil liability, taxation, fee, or other requirement” specifically on AI unless such requirements are applied equally to non-AI systems with similar functions. This limitation would prevent states from creating AI-specific oversight frameworks that address the technology’s unique capabilities and risks. State AI regulations threatened If enacted, the impact could be significant. Several states have been developing AI oversight frameworks that would likely become unenforceable under the federal provision. Various state-level efforts to regulate AI systems — from algorithmic transparency requirements to data privacy protections for AI training — could be effectively neutralized without public debate or input. The moratorium particularly threatens state data privacy protections. Without these state laws, consumers have few guarantees regarding how AI systems use their data, obtain consent, or make decisions affecting their lives. Global standards diverge The US approach now stands in stark contrast to the European Union’s comprehensive AI Act, which imposes strict requirements on high-risk AI systems. “As the US diverges from the EU’s stringent AI regulatory framework, multinational enterprises may face the challenge of navigating conflicting standards,” Sengar noted. This divergence potentially leads to “increased compliance costs and operational complexities.” Sanchit Vir Gogia, chief analyst and CEO at Greyhound Research, sees a splintering global AI landscape ahead. “America’s moratorium will likely deepen the regulatory divergence with Europe,” said Gogia. “This will accelerate the fragmentation of global AI product design, where use-case eligibility and ethical thresholds vary dramatically by geography.” Enterprises face a new reality For businesses, the regulatory clarity comes with difficult strategic decisions. Companies must determine how aggressively to implement AI systems during this regulation-free decade. Many large companies aren’t waiting for government guidance. “Even before public oversight being put on hold, large enterprises have already launched internal AI governance councils,” Gogia explained. “These internal regimes — led by CISOs, legal, and risk teams — are becoming the primary referees for responsible AI use.” But Gogia cautioned against over-reliance on self-regulation: “While these structures are necessary, they are not a long-term substitute for statutory accountability.” Legal uncertainty remains Despite the moratorium on regulations, experts warn that companies still face significant liability risks. “The absence of clear legal guidelines could result in heightened legal uncertainty, as courts grapple with AI-related disputes without established precedents,” said Sengar. Gogia puts it more bluntly: “Even in a regulatory freeze, enterprises remain legally accountable. I believe the lack of specific laws does not eliminate legal exposure — it merely shifts the battleground from compliance desks to courtrooms.” While restricting state action, the legislation simultaneously expands the federal government’s AI footprint. The bill allocates million to the Department of Commerce for AI modernization through 2035. The money targets legacy system replacement, operational efficiency improvements, and cybersecurity enhancements using AI technologies. This dual approach positions the federal government as both the primary AI regulator and a major AI customer, consolidating tremendous influence over the technology’s direction. Finding balance Industry observers emphasize the need for thoughtful governance despite the moratorium. “In this rapidly evolving landscape, a balanced approach that fosters innovation while ensuring accountability and public trust is paramount,” Sengar noted. Gogia offers a succinct assessment of the situation: “The 10-year moratorium on US state and local AI regulation removes complexity but not risk. I believe innovation does need room, but room without direction risks misalignment between corporate ethics and public interest.” #congress #proposes #10year #ban #state

html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/REC-html40/loose.dtd" At the 19th International Architecture Exhibition of the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale, the Estonian Ministry of Culture unveiled the installation and exhibition "Let me warm you," which was curated by architects Keiti Lige, Elina Liiva, and Helena Männa and displayed in the Estonian Pavilion.The Pavilion examines if the current insulation-driven renovations are a chance to improve the social and spatial quality of mass housing districts or if they are just a compliance tool to fulfill European energy targets.In order to draw attention to this problem, the Estonian Pavilion will install insulation panels on the front of a Venetian building—a technique that is also employed in Estonia for mass housing. The palazzetto is situated in the Castello area at Riva dei Sette Martiri 1611, which lies on the waterfront between Corso Garibaldi and the Giardini. An exhibition demonstrating how social interactions among many stakeholders impact spatial solutions will be held in a room coated in plastic film on the ground floor of the same structure. "With this project, we question whether insulation is just a bureaucratic checkbox for meeting EU targets or a real chance to tackle social and spatial challenges," said curators Keiti Lige, Elina Liiva, and Helena Männa."It exposes the clash between bold global ambitions and the everyday realities of people navigating collective decisions."One half of the world is utilizing more powerful cooling systems, while the other half is putting in ever-thicker layers of insulation to combat climate change.Estonia has set an ambitious aim to renovate all residential complexes built before 2000 to at least energy efficiency class C as Europe rushes to become climate neutral by 2050. This extensive repair project is a component of a broader European initiative to address the climate catastrophe by modernizing the old housing stock. Insulation, however, should be viewed as a significant improvement in quality of life rather than as a temporary solution or "bandage."Finding a balance between aggressive climate policies and the daily demands of the residents of these spaces is the true difficulty, considering the large expenses and long-term effects of these modifications.The same materials and design components commonly used in Estonian renovations will be used for the installation, which will be installed directly onto the façade of the current structure. It makes a strong visual statement when juxtaposed with Venice's elaborate architecture. Renovating residential buildings from the Soviet era in Estonia sometimes involves little to no architectural involvement, which perpetuates a problematic disrespect for the potential and character of these areas. The installation attempts to provoke a conversation between residents and architects about the cities and spaces we hope to live in by contrasting a façade covered in fiber cement with Venice's rich historic fabric. An exhibition exploring the social factors influencing remodeling choices will be located on the palazzetto's ground floor. Since the majority of apartment buildings in Estonia are privately owned, renovation decisions are frequently influenced by budgetary considerations, leaving limited opportunity for spatial enhancements other than insulation.The actual exhibition space, an existing apartment, will be covered in plastic film, signifying the constant drive for remodeling while highlighting how superficial repairs frequently obscure the more profound relationships and practical demands people have with their houses. Using theatrical dialogues and exaggerated spatial effects, a model of a Soviet-era housing block at its center highlights human interactions and illustrates how various relationships and interactions affect space.The exhibition encourages visitors to consider the conflict between policy-driven energy goals and the lived realities of individuals impacted by them by shedding light on the intricacies of community living and refurbishment decisions.A catalogue that shows the tragicomedy of an apartment complex in six episodes is included with the presentation. It examines topics from community revival to the dread of change, all based on the experiences of actual people.With the theme Intelligens Natural Artificial Collective the Biennale Architettura 2025, organized by architect Carlo Ratti, will focus on the built environment as a major source of atmospheric emissions, making architecture one of the primary culprits in the deterioration of our planet. As the climate situation worsens, architects need to provide practical, non-cosmetic, efficient, and expedient solutions.In this sense, the Estonian exhibition responds to Ratti’s call for pavilions: "This year’s head theme offers good ground to discuss what happens to architecture when the Architect is excluded from the process," explained Johanna Jõekalda, advisor on architecture and design at the Ministry of Culture of Estonia, Commissioner of the Estonian Pavilion."Renovation processes that are planned by residents themselves according to their best knowledge, provide a good example of how collective intelligence, or lack of it, affects our spatial environment." "The Estonian Pavilion gives the message that the architectural quality of the living environment should not be overlooked in renovation processes," Jõekalda explained.Visitors will actively interact with the pavilion and building during the Venice Biennale with "Let me warm you." Rethinking rehabilitation techniques could help Estonia lead Europe in updating old buildings for a more sustainable and livable future, not merely for energy efficiency.Find out all exhibition news on WAC's Venice Architecture Biennale page. Project factsPavilion of Estonia: Let me warm you Location: Riva dei Sette Martiri 1611 (Castello neighborhood), VeniceCommissioner: Johanna JõekaldaCurators Exhibitors: Keiti Lige, Elina Liiva, and Helena MännaOrganiser: Ministry of Culture of EstoniaCo-organiser: Estonian Museum of Architecture Creative team: Märten Rattasepp, Kirill Havanski, Aadam Kaarma, Joosep KivimäeProduction: Mari-Liis VunderCollaborators: Neeme Külm (Valge Kuup Studio), Margus Tammik, Robert Männa, Markus Puidak, Randel Pomber.All images © Joosep Kivimäe.> via Estonian Pavilion  Source: https://worldarchitecture.org/architecture-news/fhmgm/redefining-renovations-insulation-and-quality-in-mass-housing-in-the-estonian-pavilion.html #redefining #renovations #insulation #and #quality #mass #housing #the #estonian #pavilion

Navigating the nexus between design innovation and practical application reveals a stark truth: Constraints, not freedoms, often spur the most creative solutions. Our journey into accessible furniture and product design is less about overcoming limitations and more about embracing the profound potential of human-centric design.  Imagine designers not just as creators but as researchers, delving deep into the daily lives of older individuals and people with disabilities through intensive ethnographic research. This approach involves hundreds of hours spent observing diverse populations in their most familiar environments—their homes. Here, every interaction and every struggle vividly illuminates the real needs and opportunities for innovation.  Empathy and Design With…  In October 2023, our consumer preference testing for the recent Pottery Barn collection marked a pivotal moment. Picture this: Dozens of users, each facing unique challenges, interacting with our prototypes. We observed intently, listened carefully, and learned from every gesture—whether reaching out, hesitating, or expressing relief. Each moment provided invaluable insights, directly shaping the evolution of our designs, from initial feedback to final concepts.  What does it truly mean to design with someone? Collaboration is key. It’s a dynamic interplay of give and take, where users lead with their experiences, and designers follow with their skills. This approach isn’t just about making do; it’s about making things better. By transforming our design process into a dialogue rather than a monologue, we ensure our creations are not just useful, but transformative. We call this approach “Design With,” which means we’re designing with our target consumers.  Empathy isn’t just a buzzword; it’s our blueprint. Inspired by the real challenges faced by our late founder, Michael Graves, and the broader community, we have embraced immersive empathy—spending days in wheelchairs and navigating with canes for extended periods—not just to imagine but to truly understand the barriers our users face. During the past 20 years, we’ve also faced our own disabilities, temporary and permanent, which have brought the issues to our own lives. This isn’t about sympathy; it’s about strategy. By actively putting ourselves in the shoes of those we design with, we transform empathy into action. Our commitment to “Design With” rather than “Design For” not only meets but anticipates users’ needs, creating solutions that are as innovative as they are inclusive.  Each solution should mirror human complexity  The future of accessible design is inspiring, and we look forward with purpose—inviting designers, brands, and companies to join us. With each project, we edge closer to breaking down barriers, not just in physical spaces, but in perceptions. Our goal is to always craft designs that go beyond accommodation. We strive for solutions that are anticipatory, functional, and beautiful—celebrating the diversity of ability and preference.  In accessible design, the true challenge isn’t simply balancing creativity with practicality. It’s ensuring every solution reflects the complexity of real human lives. That’s why, for decades, we’ve grounded our work in ethnographic research and consumer preference testing: spending time in people’s homes, observing daily routines, and turning feedback into meaningful, inclusive products. This isn’t theory—it’s design shaped by lived experience.  We’ve seen firsthand how listening deeply and designing with, not for, leads to better outcomes for everyone. The opportunity now is for more designers, brands, and businesses to take part. Ask deeper questions. Watch how people really live. Invite feedback early and often. The more of us who commit to designing with empathy and real-world insight, the more inclusive—and innovative—our shared future will be.  Ben Wintner is CEO of Michael Graves Design.  Source: https://www.fastcompany.com/91333587/the-revolutionary-approach-to-accessible-design #the #revolutionary #approach #accessible #design

Senior Third-Party Risk Management AnalystEpic GamesCary, North Carolina, United States2 hours agoApplyWHAT MAKES US EPIC?At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating.Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.COMPLIANCEWhat We DoWe help the company do the right thing by identifying, monitoring, and reporting on potential risks in order to support the company’s goal of promoting trust in our products and services.What You'll DoAs a Senior Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) Analyst, you will play a key role in protecting Epic’s ecosystem by leading security-focused due diligence and ongoing oversight of third-party service providers. You will take ownership of high-impact assessments, leverage your deep knowledge of information security and GRC frameworks, and serve as a strategic partner in maturing our third-party risk program. This role will be critical in ensuring third parties align with Epic’s security, privacy, and compliance standards, especially within a fast-paced, evolving regulatory environment.In this role, you willLead third-party risk assessments with a focus on Information Security and GRC, evaluating inherent and residual risks to drive risk-informed decision-makingPerform in-depth due diligence on prospective and existing vendors, with an emphasis on cybersecurity controls, regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, SOC 2, ISO 27001), and data protection practicesManage periodic reassessments of high-risk and critical vendors to monitor for emerging threats, changes in control environments, and compliance postureEnsure integrity, consistency, and audit-readiness of third-party data within the GRC platform, supporting executive reporting and regulatory complianceCollaborate with key stakeholders across Information Security, Privacy, Legal, Procurement, and Business Units to integrate third-party risk insights into broader enterprise risk initiativesProvide expert guidance during third-party offboarding, ensuring risk is appropriately retired and that data retention, access, and continuity controls are validatedSupport external audits, internal investigations, and regulatory inquiries by preparing accurate and timely responses related to TPRM practices and control effectiveness while contributing to the enhancement of TPRM policies, playbooks, and metrics to continuously mature the programWhat we're looking for5+ years of experience in third-party risk management, information security, IT audit, or GRC, preferably within Gaming, Technology, or ConsultingDeep understanding of security risk assessment frameworks and best practices (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, SIG, CSA, etc.)Proficiency in GRC platforms such as Archer, OneTrust, ServiceNow, or similar tools, with the ability to lead data analysis and system improvementsDemonstrated ability to identify and assess security, privacy, and operational risks with a practical and solutions-oriented mindsetExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and challenge stakeholders at all levels while maintaining constructive relationshipsComfortable navigating ambiguity, leading through change, and managing complex or sensitive third-party issuesExperience with regulatory requirements related to vendor management and data security is strongly preferredComfortable working in a cross-functional environment and adapting to changing business and regulatory requirementsEPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFEOur intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.ABOUT USEpic Games spans across 25 countries with 46 studios and 4,500+ employees globally. For over 25 years, we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here. Create Your Profile — Game companies can contact you with their relevant job openings. Apply Source: https://gamejobs.co/Senior-Third-Party-Risk-Management-Analyst-at-Epic-Games #senior #thirdparty #risk #management #analyst #epic #games

IT Support Specialist (Contract)Sony PlaystationUnited States, Los Angeles, CA6 minutes agoApplyWhy PlayStation?PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.***This contract role is onsite in Playa Vista, CA.***This dynamic and engaging role does not fit the average definition of Desktop Support. For SIE, the Studio IT Support Specialist possesses a mix of skills and experience often found in desktop support, helpdesk support, and limited system administration roles. The right candidate is versed in a wide range of client technologies; responsible not only for the implementation, maintenance, and highest level of performance-tuning for client technology, but also for being a champion for strong working relationships directly with the people who utilize that technology.This is a customer service role and fundamental to its success is building and maintaining support relationships with internal business teams, promoting trust, setting expectations, and achieving mastery in customer service. The ability to think strategically at a fast pace, troubleshoot accurately while navigating interdependent system relationships - all while driving multiple projects to successful completion in tight, shifting deadlines is the reality of this position.Please note, flexibility is possible, but this is considered primarily an in-person role, reporting daily to offices located in Playa Vista, California.Responsibilities:Provides helpdesk-level coverage and support for internal clients. Coordinates, diagnoses, and troubleshoots incoming employee requests for support according to established process.Solve technical problems and information technology issues involving desktop, laptop or network services from local personnel or from employees using network remote access. Collaboration with remote sites expected and encouraged.Provides timely resolution of problems or escalation on behalf of customer to appropriate technical personnel.Develops, documents, and implements standard operating procedures and customer service guidelines relating to IT support.Perform first and second level support and troubleshooting for workstation and mobile systems.Interface directly with end users in peril, lead and resolve incidents in an efficient manner, maintaining the highest levels of customer support and response and documentation.Establish and maintain direct relationships with business units as a support resource and contributing member of the production teams.Organize the unorganized, communicate thoroughly and effectively in both written and spoken forms across the organization.Work proactively to determine potential issues existing in the environment. Apply performance tuning techniques where applicable.Research new trends and technologies leading to testing and justification for deployment.Be available off hours for scheduled, week-long on-call rotation, which will include system maintenance and emergencies.Perform inventory management of team resources; apply workstation build technologies; configure and manage user account provisioning and permissions.Be eager to grow and develop new skills and tackle special projects as needed.Appreciation and experience in platform/computer/video gaming is preferred!Qualifications:Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully.Strong in client hardware and software; strong email/messaging troubleshooting experience; mid to advanced-level understanding of Windows OS.Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and other production software packages (Adobe, Maya, Zbrush, Visual Studio, etc.).Must understand and communicate system concepts to end users and technical teams.Familiar with the concepts behind a distributed build system; familiarity with enterprise storage technologies (SAN, NAS, iSCSI) – NetApp, EMC, HDS ideal; basic networking skills; knowledge of security concepts and industry best practices; Linux and Mac OS experience are both a strong plus.Ability to interact effectively with others on varying technical competency, vendors, management, and staff.Manages competing demands and changes approach or method to best fit the situation.Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to required work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Is actively available to respond when needs arise.Volunteers readily, undertakes self-development activities and seeks increased responsibilities; asks for and offers help when needed.Operates across multiple projects concurrently and assumes responsibility for implementation of projects.#LI-OnsitePlease refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.At SIE, working with our partners, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.Please note that the individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Click here to learn more.The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.$41.35 — $62.02 USDEqual Opportunity Statement:Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment. Create Your Profile — Game companies can contact you with their relevant job openings. 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We may earn a commission from links on this page.When I bought my first robot vacuum, I thought my floors would thereafter be effortlessly spotless—endlessly patrolled by a 24/7 custodian, with absolutely no work required on my part. Today, there are never less than three robot vacuum cleaners installed in my small home at any given time. And yet I am definitely not doing nothing to keep my floors clean. While I’m certainly doing less daily upkeep, I would not say my floors are spotless, nor that I have been alleviated of all floor-related housework. Here’s what I wish I’d known about what robot vacuums can and can't do, and how much human effort they require. 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While these robots have gotten much better at navigation, the less there is on the floor, the easier it will be for them to clean. Each table leg, chair and floor lamp is another obstacle to be worked around, and it’s worth knowing that most robots can’t get as close to table legs and floor lamps as you would be able to with a stick vacuum. Nor can they move a piece of furniture aside to get under it. As such, you will have to make some changes to your floor plan if you want to make the most of your new robot friend. More important than furniture relocation is the trend of having less on the floor, generally. If you like to let a laundry pile accumulate, have potted plants or a stack of books, you’ll end up relocating those items to give your robot better access. Corded items are particularly tricky, so the less cords on the floor, the better. Over time, I’ve learned to suspend the cords from the wall, and keep them wound as much as possible so nothing trails on the floor. I was recently quite impressed with the Roborock 10R, which relied solely on AI assisted cameras. The navigation skills of the robot were great, allowing it to venture into tight and low spaces that other robots hadn't. Robot vacuums can't clean near their docks the robot can't navigate around the Eureka tower, so debris accumulates around it Credit: Amanda Blum It's an unsurprising fact that robot vacuums can only clean where they can reach. Where they can’t reach, you’ll still see dirt and debris. All robot cleaners have a dock of some sort, and many now come with self emptying towers, which usually work exceptionally well at emptying the robots of dirt so you don’t have to do it manually. Given all of this automation, it's a bit ironic that the dirtiest place in your home might well be right around the tower or dock itself. As these towers are usually tucked into a corner or small space, detritus can easily accumulate around them, but the robot can’t move around the tower to clean it up. As the robot returns to the dock, it sweeps dirt with it, and it all eventually winds up at the foot of the tower.  This Roomba can't navigate into the small space underneath this plant stand, so instead it just kicks debris into the space. Credit: Amanda Blum Only the latest robots (like the 3i S10 Ultra) are at all good at cleaning around the base of pieces of furniture and thresholds between rooms. With most robots, you'll usually still find a band of dust and grime against the wall and around any items that the robot can’t easily clean. And then there are all the spaces too narrow or too low for the robot to slide into. While a few robots, like the Narwal Freo Z, have a fluffy pad that’ll occasionally rub against the base board to dust it, they don't do any real cleaning, so you’ll need to clean your baseboards manually, too. Again, you can rearrange your space to allow the robot more autonomy by making sure any spaces you want to be cleaned allow clearance of at least 1.5 times the width of the robot, and enough vertical height that the robot can reach it.This is always going to be a bit of a losing game, however, which is why I still have a stick vacuum I use to quickly suck up debris from narrow spots the robot can’t reach, the corners and edges that the robot can get close enough to, and against the wall and thresholds. Robots are best at vacuuming up only certain types of debrisThe same way you might organize before a visit from a cleaning professional, you’ll find yourself pre-sweeping for your robot. While robots are reliable at getting up dust and small detritus like rice or cereal, they’re not great at large debris, which means anything larger than a standard dice cube. Pieces of mulch, pet toy fluff, kitchen scraps, bobby pins, and pocket change will all get caught in a robot's rollers and need to be fished out. Pre-sweeping is a way to avoid that annoying task by getting up larger items of debris and leaving the rest for the bot. (But once again allow me to praise the 3i S10 Ultra, which has excelled at vacuuming up larger debris than any other robot vacuum I'd ever tested.)Even if your robot vacuum has a mop, you'll need to mop manually This Roborock is starting to get up the muddy pawprints, but it takes many passes Credit: Amanda Blum Most robot vacuums are now combo vacuums and mops.Some models are great at mopping—sometimes even better than they are at vacuuming. The docking tower empties the mop of dirty water, fills it with clean water, and sanitizes everything afterward. With the combined functions of vacuuming and mopping your floors will surely be clean, right? Not necessarily. Robot mops are great at cleaning up surface spills. What they’re less good at is scrubbing away stains and compound floor messes like mud or spilled food. While most robots can mostly get muddy paw prints up after a number of passes, doing so requires a lot of water, battery life, and time, and I’ve yet to find a single robot mop that is good at getting grime out of tile or wood floors. The robot simply can’t put enough pressure on the mop to really scrub the floor. For these reasons, you’ll need to keep an old-fashioned mop around, and you should expect to have to give the floor a good, hardy mop every few days and use real elbow grease to get out grime. Once the floor is clean, repeated patrols by the robot mop can help stave off new grime deposits, but they’re inevitable, so don’t assume your mopping days are over. If mopping is your priority, I recommend highly Roborock models that have a singular vibrating mop pad, versus twin spinning mops. The Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra remains one of my top recommendations. Robot vacuums are slowWith most robot vacuums working with voice assistants like Google, Alexa, or Apple, its well within the realm of possibility to simply ask the robot to “clean up around the high chair” after dinner (presuming you’ve set up a zone around the high chair, and it is always in the same approximate spot). If you’ve got such a routine set up, the robot will begin whatever pre-deployment practices it has, whether that’s filling the water resivior or orienting or cleaning the mop head, and eventually will amble over to the intended spot and proceed to take its time cleaning. Though still not particularly fast in getting to the spot you pin, Roborock's Pin and Go feature allows you to quickly place a pin on your floor map and the robot will proceed immediately to that spot to clean. This feature is available on all premium Roborock models, including the latest Saros 10 and 10R. Roborock lets you put a pin on the map for the robot to proceed to Credit: Amanda Blum If you’ve got the time to spare, great. But if your kid spills a cup of orange juice on the floor, you might not be willing to wait the five to 10 minutes it will take the robot to get to the spot in question and start cleaning when you could grab a mop or towel and be done in under a minute. For that reason, I'm still happy to have a Narwal S20, a newer model stick mop I can quickly grab, mop as needed, and then put back on the dock, all without having to get my hands dirty.  Robot vacuums occasionally require human interventionRobot vacuums can range wildly in price (from $200 to $2,500) and quality, and they are getting more intelligent and feature-rich all the time. Robots that have AI on board can actually learn about your home and get better at cleaning it over time. Despite all of that, however, your robot will need your intervention more than you’d like. Depending on how good a model you own, you will likely need to routinely unclog the rollers (the most common robot vacuum maintenance task). Your robot will also get stuck—sometimes because there is a new obstacle for it to navigate around, like a waylaid toy or sock, or a loose cord under the couch the robot gets stuck on it. Sometimes, it will simply gets lost. The bottom line is, even the best robots can’t be left on their own for weeks at a time. Most will require a human around eventually to get them back to the dock, clear the rollers, unclog it any clogs in the mopping system, and/or change the water in the dock. If all of this hasn't scared you away from getting one, your goal should be to choose a robot that matches your home and needs, and that enough features that you won't be following it around every day, making sure it does its job. Source: https://lifehacker.com/tech/what-robot-vacuums-can-and-cant-do?utm_medium=RSS #ive #tested #robot #vacuums #for #years #and #heres #what #they #can #cant

In the space of one year, logo designer James Barnard went from almost losing his freelance business to a six-figure operation, all thanks to embracing social media and working harder on his personal brand. Today, James has amassed almost a million followers across his social platforms. He uses this audience to generate interest in his logo design business, turning those viral views into paying customers. In this session, James will share: Where he finds inspiration (and the time) for his video content How to navigate platforms like Instagram and TikTok How to turn views into leads Tips for striking balance for your overall happiness and sanity Subscribe to Adobe Creative Cloud: https://adobe.ly/48Y1QJ1 Learn more about Creative Cloud: https://adobe.ly/3RTndnp About Adobe Creative Cloud: Unlocking creative potential goes beyond tools – it's about cultivating inspiration, fostering innovation, and mastering artistic expression. On the Adobe Creative Cloud YouTube channel, discover stories, concepts, and trends that ignite your creativity. We are your hub for creativity, connecting you with Adobe channels for detailed tutorials and product insights. Adobe® Creative Cloud™ brings together everything you need to create your greatest work. One membership gives you access to all Adobe professional creative desktop applications, plus new features as soon as they're available. Cloud storage ensures file access anywhere, even on mobile, streamlining concept sharing. Cloud-based services let you build websites, mobile apps, and content for any medium/device. With Behance integration, you can publish your portfolio on your own URL and plug into the world's largest creative community to get inspired, get feedback, and find new opportunities. Connect with Adobe Creative Cloud: Twitter: https://twitter.com/creativecloud LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/adobe-creative-cloud/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adobecreativecloud Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adobecreativecloud/ #Adobe #AdobeYouTube #AdobeCreativeCloud Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r00cZOnm8so #turning #likes #into #leads #navigating #social #media #designer #adobe #creative #cloud