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As the end of the first semester wraps up, students and faculty are getting ready for the holiday break. But first, we’re reporting the latest happenings in the Department of Information Systems — from conferences and holiday books to grants and goodbyes.

A trio of Arizona State University researchers has quantified the “Uber effect” by completing the first study to prove that when the ride-hailing service enters an urban market, it reduces traffic congestion, cuts travel time, and saves gas for all drivers.

In a market of Big Data, Big Data centers, and big costs, W. P. Carey alumnus Clint Poole's innovative DataStation — a scalable, quickly deployable modular data center that can connect directly to the grid for power — may make a big impact on the industry.

As the second half of school continues, movers and shakers in IT are bringing home prominent awards, and there are many exciting opportunities to grow and excel.

Whether it was coaching kids on the basketball team, tutoring classmates, or being a friendly face to a new first-year student, helping others comes naturally to this triple major, new alumnus.

W. P. Carey computer information systems students are teaming up with the country’s largest port terminal operator to solve real-world issues in shipping and transportation.

The leadership of the top-10 ranked Department of Information Systems takes many forms. Professor Ajay Vinze, in his role as ASU’s associate vice provost for graduate education, was instrumental in creating a program that will help an African nation build its economy.

Doctoral students invest five years in study and research after years spent earning bachelor’s and master’s degrees. The program is demanding, but fortunately it is also satisfying, and for two Department of Information Systems Ph.D. candidates, the end is in sight.

In a world connected by high speed Internet, businesses are increasingly seeking a competitive edge by outsourcing software development offshore. For many companies, the strategy promises dramatically lower labor costs and better access to a vast pool of talent.

The combination of school, work, family issues and financial pressures has at times made Joshua Key-Bieber consider quitting school.