CIOs on the Move: April 2025
In today’s digital-first world, the Chief Information Officer plays a critical role in shaping business strategy, driving innovation, and securing enterprise infrastructure. April 2025 saw several high-profile CIO appointments, signaling a continued focus on tech...
How to Sunset Legacy Systems Without Setting the Business on Fire
CIOs must assess systems regularly to determine which have to go. Oftentimes, legacy systems become outdated to the point where they can cause a company to lose its competitive edge. Sunsetting is necessary, but a challenge remains in how to shut down the system...
IT’s New Role in Physical Spaces: Tech-Enabled Offices, Warehouses, and Retail
A CIO's job goes beyond choosing and implementing the best tech products in operations. They create tech-based physical experiences. Their expertise enables them to determine how available systems can enhance the workplace, making employee processes more efficient....
The Rise of the Chief Automation Officer: Is the CIO Role Being Split?
The technology landscape is constantly changing. Today, robotics process automation (RPA), AI, and low code dominate the market, creating additional oversight requirements. Many companies hire chief automation officers to oversee these technologies and ensure they...
The Portfolio CIO: Building a Career with Board Seats, Advisory Roles, and Fractional Work
In modern times, CIOs have entered a new playing field. They are taking on roles as portfolio CIOs, which involves getting involved in various tech and leadership roles within your industry. It may include joining board seats, advisory roles, and fractional work. CIOs...
How CIOs are Preparing for the AI Audit
AI is arguably the leading technology in various business processes. It provides data, detects issues, and makes companies more efficient. However, it also presents multiple risks, including biases, security issues, and noncompliance. Organizations have determined a...
CIOs on the Move: March 2025
Chief Information Officers (CIOs) are playing an increasingly pivotal role in shaping organizational strategies. As March 2025 ends, we saw a wave of leadership shifts in the IT sector, with CIOs stepping into new roles. Today, IT Executives Council will focus on 10...
How Can CIOs Overcome Imposter Syndrome in the Boardroom
Imposter syndrome is a common problem among business leaders. Leaders often feel incompetent to handle their roles despite years of experience and education. As a result, they experience self-doubt, fear failure, and discount success. CIOs are especially likely to...
The CIO’s Role in Mergers and Acquisitions: Navigating IT Integration Without Disrupting Operations
A CIO is responsible for ensuring systems run smoothly and avoiding disruptions at all costs. These tasks can be incredibly challenging when mergers and acquisitions occur. CIOs must oversee integration with new technology to prevent downtime. Although the process can...
What CIOs Should Do in Their First 90 Days at a New Company
When CIOs start at a new company, they want to make an impact immediately. They should hit the ground running to establish credibility in their roles. New executives should understand the company’s culture, evaluate the existing infrastructure, build relationships,...
How CIOs Can Build an AI Strategy That Delivers Real Business Value
Today’s technological landscape provides artificial intelligence technology companies cannot be without. It keeps them competitive in their industries, saves money, and boosts efficiency. However, companies cannot adopt AI blindly. They must consider which products...
When to Sunset Legacy Systems and How to Minimize Business Disruptions
Legacy systems may seem like a comfy old chair that you may be reluctant to discard after it has served your organization for so long. However, there will come a time to move on. Your systems may pose security risks, lack support, become outdated, and no longer have...
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