The quick uptake of cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), and hybrid workplace solutions has changed the cybersecurity needs in a way that renders the traditional notion of perimeter defense inefficient in addressing sophisticated attack scenarios such as ransomware, insider threats, and advanced persistent threats (APTs). This literature review analyzes advancements in the field of Advanced Information Security and Assurance from 2016 to 2026.
Key advancements include NIST SP 800-207 published in 2020, widespread use of Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), and incorporation of AI into security analytics. The reviewed sources show that Zero Trust drastically minimizes attack surfaces using continuous authentication, least-privilege access, and microsegmentation. Also, AI is beneficial in improving threat detection through predictive analytics, behavioral anomalies detection, and automation of the incident response process.
On the other hand, AI also poses emerging risks such as adversarial machine learning, automated API reconnaissance, AI phishing scams, and intelligent malware. Additionally, cyber resilience, explainable AI, and adaptive governance are the identified research areas important for protecting future digital infrastructures. While significant advances have been made, there are still many challenges related to complexity, interoperability, staffing shortage, privacy, and governance.
Celinne Mendez, Reagan Ricafort· International Journal of Lat...· 0 citations
Information technology consulting has changed from a technical assistance activity to a strategic profession helping organizations to transform digitally, innovate organizationally, and gain a sustainable competitive advantage. Cloud computing, artificial intelligence, big data analytics, cybersecurity, enterprise platforms, and digital service management have considerably broadened the field and duties of IT consultants. Thus, consultants are increasingly expected to combine technological knowledge with strategic decision making, organizational change management, and business process improvements.
This paper discusses a narrative literature review focused on changes in the practices of IT consulting in the period of 2016-2026. This review discusses scholarly literature concerning digital transformation, consulting competencies, value generation, service innovations, and emerging roles in the consulting profession. In contrast to a descriptive literature review, this research critically contrasts existing perspectives on the subject, finds converging and divergent opinions, and points at research gaps which define the area. Special attention will be paid to changes in the strategic function of IT consultants, to competencies necessary for organizational digital transformations, and to new technologies such as AI in consulting.
Narrative review methodology is made clear through the discussion of how the literature was searched for, what were the criteria for choosing the papers to be included in this paper, and how the process of selecting those papers took place. It has been found that IT consultants in today’s world are seen as strategic partners who enable technological innovation, organizational resilience, and digital transformation of businesses, and not only provide technical solutions. While there have been great advancements in this area, many issues need to be resolved in relation to consulting ethics, AI governance, digital trust, sustainability, and competency development.
Celinne Mendez, Dr. Reagan Ricafort· International journal of res...· 0 citations
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