Leadership and strategic planning
Effective leadership and strategic planning skills are the keys to success for any CIO. As more CIOs are expected to speak the language of the business and contribute to the success of the organization, leadership and strategic planning skills are essential. Find information and advice on effective leadership and strategic planning for CIOs, including news, tips and other resources, in this topic section.
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Leadership and strategic planning News
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March 23, 2020
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Mar'20
Coronavirus pandemic ups the IT contract negotiation game
IT contract negotiation has always been a difficult dance between customers and vendors, but the coronavirus pandemic means there are new rules to navigate on both sides.
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March 04, 2020
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Mar'20
List of tech conferences canceled, postponed due to coronavirus
IT events across the globe are being canceled, rescheduled or streamed in response to concerns about the possible spread of COVID-19 in public spaces and large groups.
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December 10, 2019
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Dec'19
IT workforce skews younger, says analysis of US data
The IT workforce is getting younger, according to government IT workforce data. The reasons for this are subject to a debate that includes everything from age bias to a heavy reliance on foreign workers.
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June 26, 2019
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Jun'19
AI's carbon footprint will be an issue for enterprises
AI is touted as the tech that will help us combat global warming, but training AI models requires a shocking amount of energy. What are the implications for enterprise AI strategies?
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Prepare for a CIO Interview With These 20 Questions
What are the intelligent questions to ask a CIO during an interview to ensure they're the right fit for the role? According to many IT leaders and recruiters, these are the top 20. Continue Reading
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Top 10 CIO Trends in 2020 to Drive IT Leadership
CIOs are facing many uncertainties and changes in 2020. Cross-functional teams, cyberthreats and IoT are becoming priorities. Here’s a look at future trends CIOs can expect in 2020 and beyond. Continue Reading
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How to negotiate a good software subscription agreement
A big mistake IT execs make in negotiating software subscription deals is overbuying. Here are seven steps from ClearEdge Partners' Rachel Annello that will lead to a better deal. Continue Reading
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Cisco CISO says today's enterprise must take chances
Cisco CISO Steve Martino talks about taking chances, threats, how the security leader's role is changing and what really works when it comes to keeping the company secure. Continue Reading
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CIO vs. CTO: Making the distinction between the two roles
In this Q&A, Gartner analyst Samantha Searle provides insight into the roles of the CIO and CTO when both exist within an organization. Continue Reading
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Top trends in AI, RPA, 5G to watch in 2020
5G, RPA and AI all made substantial gains in the previous year, but 2020 will be the time when CIOs really need to understand these technologies to make sound decisions. Continue Reading
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How IT can build an agile business partnership
Gene Kim, award-winning researcher, author and founder of IT Revolution, discusses why IT leaders need to involve their colleagues in the journey towards an agile business. Continue Reading
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Former Cisco CEO offers C-suite leadership tips in time of crisis
COVID-19 is forcing enterprises to make tough decisions. There is no one-size-fits-all roadmap, but those who've survived earlier crises have advice for today's leaders. Continue Reading
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COVID-19 radically refocuses CIO agendas in 4 key areas
As a result of the COVID-19 virus, CIOs must shift their priorities and now focus on the impact the pandemic has on the economy, employee health, staffing and technology. Continue Reading
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How to overcome the limitations of AI
AI may not become the super-intelligent tool people envisioned, at least not in the near term. But that doesn't mean enterprises can't use AI in some valuable ways. Continue Reading
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Home Depot CIO promotes in-house tech boot camp
For companies having trouble finding qualified IT professionals to hire, the solution may be closer than you think. Just ask Home Depot, which now trains IT employees in-house. Continue Reading
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6 free IT strategic planning templates for CIOs
As technology has become a business differentiator, IT strategy is more crucial than ever. These IT strategic planning templates help CIOs make IT a business driver. Continue Reading