Judith Hurwitz

About

Judith was a driving force in the distributed computing movement and was one of the first software industry analysts to recognize and write about client/server computing, systems and applications management, and e-business practices. In 1992, Judith founded Hurwitz Group, a software research and consulting organization that has worked with top technology firms such as IBM, Hewlett-Packard, BMC, Compuware, BEA, Tivoli, Computer Associates and Microsoft, as well as a number of start-up companies. Judith also held senior positions at Apollo Computer, John Hancock Life Insurance Company, Patricia Seybold's Group, and International Data Corporation. Currently a columnist for CIO Online, Judith has recently written articles for BioITWorld Magazine. She has authored hundreds of articles and reports, been a frequent keynote speaker at major industry events and serves on the advisory boards of several corporations. Judith holds a BA and Masters degree from Boston University.

Tools Emerging to Facilitate Distributed Management

A new world is emerging: the world of dynamic response. Its made possible by the advent of service-oriented architectures and Web services, and it enables organizations to respond quickly to opportunities and threats. To participate in it, organizations must break down departmental stovepipes by creating and managing distributed applications. Businesses should move away from monolithic […]