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PLUS: Why tech refresh cycles are causing havoc Created for you@example.com | Web Version 07 October 2026 CONNECT WITH ITPro Tech news, reviews, and insight for enterprise IT leaders SIGN UP ⋅ SHARE Latest News Meet Le Chonk, Mistral's new open-weight AI model Mistral claims its latest foundation AI model is the best open weight design outside China Read More EU firms are wasting billions on duplicate software spending AI is making things worse, with three-quarters of organizations that use it paying for two or more tools simultaneously. FBI removes contractor after blunder in lead up to breach The contractor is believed to have failed to apply a security patch that would have secured Oracle PeopleSoft. Enterprises aren't quite sold on autonomous IT operations A new survey shows companies aren't ready for autonomous AI, and those with technical skills are the most pessimistic. Tesco names Chris Blatchford as new chief technology officer Blatchford will join the supermarket group in March 2027, following the upcoming retirement of Guus Dekkers. NetApp boosts UK&I leadership team with double appointment Liam Varndell joins as senior director of solutions engineering, while Simon Mead becomes senior director of partner sales. Features Why modern business refresh cycles are causing havoc From user laptops to IT infrastructure, a confluence of forces has ripped up the playbook. NetApp's UK & Ireland VP on market gains, sovereignty, and Novus deployment plans With the launch of NetApp Novus, the company is keen to ramp up engagement with UK customers. Reviews Is the MSI MP245PDG the perfect 24in business monitor? A business-focused 24in monitor that packs in USB-C, a Full HD webcam, and useful connectivity – at a price. Sponsored Content from Thales From awareness to action in the post-quantum era Adapt to emerging quantum threats and fortify your IT strategy by embracing crypto agility today. Transition from theory to action with Thales' innovative readiness program focused on scalable, quantum-resistant security. Ensure your enterprise's safety. Read more. LEARN MORE ABOUT ITPro: ChannelPro | The ITPro Podcast | Advertise with us ITPro is the trusted destination of choice for IT decision makers. Our expertise and insight, delivered through news, reviews, analysis, long reads, and thought leadership help readers make the right tech decisions and add value to their organization. Keep up-to-speed with all of our coverage via the ITPro and ChannelPro sites, as well as our weekly ITPro podcast. Got this from a friend? Subscribe now and stay in the loop! Sign Up Follow SmartBrief Contact Us: Feedback | Advertise Sign Up | Update Profile | Unsubscribe Privacy Policy | Cookies Policy | Terms and Conditions © Future Publishing Limited. Reg No. 2008885 England. Quay House, The Ambury, Bath BA1 1UA.