This academic paper discusses information management as a discipline using an integrated framework and defines the role of the Chief Information Officer (CIO) as an agent in the information management capability of an organization.
This analysis investigates how CIOs prioritize leadership attributes using Q-methodology. It reveals four distinct leadership styles, providing valuable insights for IT leaders aiming to enhance their leadership strategies and drive organizational success.
This in-depth analysis explores the growing complexity of CIO responsibilities and how the introduction of a CTO can ease the strain. By dividing business and technical leadership roles, organizations can improve performance, reduce turnover, and maintain continuity in their IT strategies. This post provides a detailed look at the challenges CIOs face today and offers actionable insights on structuring an effective CIO/CTO partnership. Bonus: The role and responsibility of the CTO is discussed in detail.
This in depth research surveyed CIOs and C-Suite executives to develop a picture of the changing role of the CIO: What are the key skills needed for the CIO role? How do current CIOs fare? What skill gaps must a CIO bridge so they are relevant? What are the impediments
The author makes the case to replace the CIO – Chief Information Officer – with a new CIO – Chief Innovation Officer! Why, you ask? Read On>>
My last 3 weeks have been amazing. After my decision to return to a corporate job and in a completely unfamiliar domain, I have been having a ball. On my first day of work, I gathered every bit of 19 years of my work experience in the banking and financial services domain, locked it firmly in a box and walked into my new organization with butterflies in my stomach. I joined the Interglobe Group as their Group CIO. Interglobe is in the travel, aviation , hospitality and retail business with plans to enter the education domain. This is completely unrelated to the domain experience I have carried so far, or rather enriched myself with ( as per my resume – what crap!).
The author paints a picture of the challenges facing the CIO role and charts the journey for the CIO going forward. The issue is no longer of survival but of relevance.
The authors argue that the CIO role is no longer just a steward of an organization’s technology. Now, a CIO must balance multiple roles to be effective. What are those roles? Read On…
This study investigates practices and behaviors that successful CIOs depict and whether leadership theories can help challenged CIOs become successful.
This research study tracks the evolution of the CIO role from the back office maven to technology driven strategic business leader. It highlights the characteristics of this new role, challenges it faces and the changes still to come.
