"Innovation in the IT industry occurs at a very rapid pace. Staying informed about new technological developments is challenging. I accomplish this by subscribing to industry news services, blogs, and newsletters. I am a member of some local user groups, and I take the time to meet with other IT engineers in my organization to share information and best practices. Each year, I also attend several industry events and meet with the leading technology providers to learn about their planned product innovations. This has helped me stay ahead of developments in the industry."