CIOs on the Move: January 2026
Technology leadership continues to shift as organizations modernize infrastructure and accelerate digital initiatives. These CIOs are taking the helm to strengthen IT strategy, security, and innovation in an increasingly complex landscape. In this blog, IT Executives...
What CIOs Should Take Away From Enterprise AI Investment and Risk Trends
The AI Leaders Council’s 2026 Corporate AI Outlook Study offers more than adoption statistics. It reveals how organizations are allocating budget, managing risk, and redefining accountability as AI becomes part of everyday operations. For CIOs and IT executives, these...
2026: An Economic Outlook for the C-Suite
In early January, Executive Councils hosted a C-suite briefing focused on the economic conditions shaping 2026. Moderated by Neil Brown, CEO of Executive Councils, the session featured Curtis Dubay, Chief Economist at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The discussion...
Why AI Is Becoming an IT Operating Responsibility in 2026
Our partner community, the AI Leaders Council, recently released the 2026 Corporate AI Outlook Study, examining how organizations across North America are adopting and scaling artificial intelligence. While the study spans multiple executive roles, the findings are...
CIOs on the Move: December 2025
As December comes to an end, the technology leadership landscape is shifting. New CIO appointments and strategic transitions are highlighting how organizations plan to leverage innovation, digital transformation, and IT strategy in the year ahead. Today, IT Executives...
Modern IT Risk and Resilience: Designing Infrastructure for an Uncertain Future
Technology, regulatory requirements, and market conditions are changing quickly, and CIOs must ensure their infrastructure supports both stability and long term innovation. Industry research shows increasing priority around resilience, modernization, and adaptable...
The Rise of Shadow AI and Emerging Security Implications for CIOs
As AI tools become widely accessible, employees are introducing unsanctioned applications into daily workflows. This trend, often described as shadow AI, mirrors earlier challenges associated with shadow IT. New autonomous capabilities also create broader risk...
Why Hybrid Cloud and FinOps Belong on Every CIO’s 2026 Roadmap
Cloud adoption continues to accelerate, yet many organizations face challenges in managing cost, performance, and operational efficiency. Hybrid cloud architectures, combined with FinOps practices, are emerging as the most balanced approach for enterprises seeking...
Balancing Innovation and Discipline in 2026 IT Budget Planning
Recent industry reports show that CIOs are entering 2026 with two parallel priorities: advancing modernization initiatives and maintaining financial discipline. Business leaders expect continued investment in AI, cloud, analytics, and security, yet they also require...
Why 2026 Is the Year CIOs Must Prepare for Agentic AI
Autonomous, decision-capable AI systems are gaining momentum across the enterprise landscape. Unlike traditional chatbots or simple automation tools, agentic AI can analyze information, complete multi step tasks, and integrate across applications without continuous...
CIOs on the Move: November 2025
As digital transformation accelerates, CIOs are stepping into pivotal new roles that shape how organizations innovate and compete. This month’s CIO moves spotlight the technology leaders driving modernization, security, and strategic growth. Today, IT Executives...
Turning Data Chaos into Enterprise Intelligence: How CIOs Can Build a Unified Analytics Layer for 2026
Most CIOs understand the importance of data, yet many organizations still struggle to turn scattered information into reliable intelligence. As 2026 approaches, this challenge is becoming more visible. Enterprises have accumulated years of disconnected systems,...
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