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Networking tips for IT leaders: A guide to building connections
Successful networking, CIOs say, involves giving more than you get. And don’t wait to start until after you’re out of a job. IT execs and career coaches weigh in on what works best.
CIO Tech Talk Voices
Practical advice to optimize savings with cloud migrations
In our most recent #CIOTechTalk Twitter chat sponsored by NTT, our experts share tips on how to cost save with cloud migration.
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17 professional organizations for Black IT pros
Black technologists have long been grossly underrepresented in IT. These organizations aim to help close the diversity gap in tech by empowering Black tech professionals at every level.
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Enterprise architecture modernizes for the digital era
New tools, new roles, and new business relationships are reshaping EA as a facilitator of digital transformation rather than a hindrance.
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Discover’s unique IT training platform builds skills and community
Integrated into IT’s daily workflow, the homegrown Discover Technology Academy provides a one-stop platform for upskilling, networking, and empowering a growth mindset.
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H2M architects + engineers’ John McCaffrey on infrastructure lifecycles
John McCaffrey, CIO at H2M architects + engineers, joins host Maryfran Johnson for this CIO Leadership Live interview, jointly produced by CIO.com and the CIO Executive Council. They discuss infrastructure lifecycles, 3D scanning and design, and more.
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Giant Eagle CIO Kirk Ball on what’s fresh in the digital grocery experience
Kirk Ball, EVP and CIO of grocery chain Giant Eagle, sat with CIO Leadership Live host Maryfran Johnson and discussed optimizing a superior customer experience, how digital retail innovations are evolving, the global search for talent, and the benefits of C-suite support.
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Examining the CIO time management dilemma
CIOs face a complex juggling act between operational responsibilities and strategic opportunities. So keeping the lights on and finding time for big-picture thinking requires a perspective that parallels how the role is expanding.
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CIOs step up to fill plus-size leadership roles
Pervasive digital transformation is paving the way for business-minded CIOs to score new roles and expanded responsibilities beyond the typical IT remit.
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The essential check list for effective data democratization
To become data-driven, companies need a democratization strategy that’s equal parts disciplined and diverse. Data collection, selecting a platform and employee training are just the beginning.
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Delegation: The biggest test for transformational CIOs
Distributing decision-making authority at pace for technical and financial approvals is an essential component of digital transformation, but are CIOs ready to let go?
Developing IT Leaders
4 ways upskilling and reskilling can fill hard-to-hire positions
Having difficulty finding the right people to hire with the right skills, at the right salary, at the right time? You may be looking in the wrong place.
case study
How FiveStars re-engineered its data engineering stack
Faced with increasing demands on his data engineering team, FiveStars CTO Matt Doka had a choice: drive for abstraction or be driven to distraction.
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The 7 new rules of IT leadership
The technology landscape is rapidly evolving — so too is the way IT chiefs should lead their organizations. Here’s which old rules of IT leadership are no longer relevant and what has replaced them.
Accent Notes
4 moves CIOs should make to achieve a more efficient IT organization
Last year brought more than its share of disruption, and there’s no sign of any let up as 2023 gains momentum. Here are ways CIOs should prepare to face any eventuality, and come out the other side even stronger.
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Agritech forces gain ground across Africa
How the latest collaborations between African farmers and IT leaders are strengthening agricultural sectors and economies despite ongoing difficulties.
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3 nonprofits committed to empowering women in tech
IT has a long way to go on gender diversity. But several nonprofits are stepping up to help inspire, train, and empower women to pursue meaningful careers in IT.
Podcast
Giant Eagle’s Kirk Ball on grocery retail innovations
Kirk Ball, Chief Information Officer/Chief Technology Officer, Giant Eagle, joins host Maryfran Johnson for this CIO Leadership Live interview, jointly produced by CIO.com and the CIO Executive Council. They discuss grocery retail innovations, digital customer strategies, sourcing global talent, augmented reality and more.
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University of Ottawa’s Martin Bernier on continuous learning
CIO.com’s Lee Rennick chats with University of Ottawa CIO Martin Bernier about how building diverse and equitable teams, and cultivating allyships to support diversity in technology are key to continuous learning.
Movers and Shakers
New US CIO appointments, January 2023
Congratulations to these 'movers and shakers' recently hired or promoted into a new chief information officer role.
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5 hot IT hiring trends — and 5 going cold
Economic uncertainty, tight talent markets, and the rising need for IT versatility have altered the IT hiring landscape. Here’s how companies are adjusting when it comes to IT staffing.
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The 10 most in-demand tech jobs for 2023 — and how to hire for them
From cloud engineers to developers to security pros, the battle for the best IT talent wages. Here’s what to look for (and what to offer) when hiring for the 10 most in-demand IT jobs for 2023.
The CIO Whisperers
What it takes to succeed as a CIO today
Three top tech recruiters weigh in on the value creation mindset and strategic acumen necessary to thrive in what’s become the next toughest job after the CEO role.
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10 IT resolutions for 2023
IT leaders have big objectives for the upcoming year, from driving their organization’s missions to delivering continuous improvement.
CIO Survival Guide
5 ways CIOs will disappoint their CEOs in 2023
Now that it’s 2023 it’s a perfect time to look at the promises we’re making for the coming year and how they’re likely to disappoint the CEOs who CIOs need on their side.
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10 IT certifications paying the highest premiums today
Certifications can boost your salary and make you more marketable to hiring companies. These 10 certs are rising in value, offering the biggest boosts right now, according to the latest report from Foote Partners.
CIO Tech Talk Voices
Driving ESG readiness: Avery Dennison CIO Nick Colisto shares smart first steps
As the SEC and other regulators move to enact rules that require disclosure of emissions data, many CIOs are wondering where to start. Nick has some ideas.
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6 BI challenges IT teams must address
Business intelligence (BI) enables companies to harness insights from massive amounts of data. But doing so requires overcoming a range of strategic and tactical challenges.
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TIAA’s Sastry Durvasula on advancing AI horizons
CIO.com’s Maryfran Johnson chats with TIAA chief information and client services officer Sastry Durvasula about how challenges and innovation intersect during the digital transformation journey.
Tip
7 ways CIOs can build a high-performance team
Putting together a high-performance team is more about ensuring everyone is in unison to achieve shared goals rather than merely amassing talent.
News
Foote Partners: bonus disparities reveal tech skills most in demand in Q3
Enterprises are paying bigger premiums for a handful of specific IT skills and certifications, new data shows.
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How tech leaders can better navigate organizational politics
Tech Whisperers podcast host Dan Roberts speaks with former Northwestern Mutual CIO Neal Sample about how fostering alliances keeps organizational politics in check as it transcends the office space.
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Grow your own CIO: Building leadership and succession plans
CIOs are developing midlevel IT leaders through coaching, mentorship, and rotation assignments aimed at prepping them to take on increasingly complex enterprise leadership roles.
CIO Tech Talk Voices
Bringing the power: Generac CIO Tim Dickson says IT leaders need to start innovating today
Conventional wisdom suggests CIOs should master IT fundamentals before they get innovative. Tim Dickson, CIO at Generac Power Systems, thinks otherwise.
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Why, and when, CIOs deserve a seat at the M&A negotiating table
When two companies merge in search of synergies, IT leaders are often the ones expected to find them. That search can be made a lot easier if it’s begun before the deal is sealed.
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Why CIOs must think of themselves as products—and hostage negotiators
In order to extend their value and influence in business, CIOs should take unorthodox approaches, according to former CIO and Gartner analyst Irving Tyler.
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IT leaders weigh the case for innovation in industry clouds
CIO.com’s Stan Gibson speaks with IDC research manager Nadia Ballard, Boston Dynamics CIO Chad Wright, and Kumar Iyer, business technology senior leader at KeyBank, about industry clouds, why they’re emerging, and how they can help your organization.
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7 ways to cope with a C-level rival
Collaboration in the C-suite can be derailed by grudges, vendettas, and toxic antagonism. Here’s how to deal with a challenging leadership colleague who undercuts your every move.
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Project management: Tips, tools, best practices
Project management plays a crucial role in enabling business transformation. Here’s a get-started guide for executing project management effectively in service of strategic goals.
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Talent development: 4 upskilling success stories
These four organizations show how a commitment to career development can help fill skills gaps, bolster productivity, and improve employee satisfaction and retention rates.
Podcast
CIO Leadership Live with Ty Tastepe, CIO at Cedar Fair Entertainment
Ty Tastepe, CIO at Cedar Fair Entertainment, joins host Maryfran Johnson for this CIO Leadership Live interview, jointly produced by CIO.com and the CIO Executive Council. They discuss digitizing guest experiences, data-driven pricing decisions, innovation partnerships and more.
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What the expanding role of the CIO means to Lenovo’s Arthur Hu
For Arthur Hu, Lenovo’s SVP, global CIO, and Services & Solutions Group CTO, the CIO role in particular goes beyond traditional IT in the same way digital capabilities are expanding into every aspect of the business. Here, he discusses how the breadth and complexity of roles intertwine, and how the strengths of each come together.
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7 lies IT leaders should never tell
In leadership, lying is never a good thing, especially if you get caught. Here’s a rundown of whoppers CIOs often tell — and even believe — that could lead to a career disaster.
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Melissa & Doug buys oversized ERP to grow into
When the preschool toy company grew out of its small homebrew ERP, it skipped the midmarket offerings and went straight for an enterprise-scale system in the cloud.
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Top 15 certifications for enterprise architects
Enterprise architect is a vital, growing role for aligning IT strategy with business goals. Whether you're interested in cloud, applications, software or systems, an enterprise architecture certification can boost your career.
The CIO Whisperers
Sanjib Sahoo on the CIO as chief value officer
The CDO of Ingram Micro discusses the importance of taking accountability, having a bias for action, and communicating with compassion as the keys to being a successful IT leader today.
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CDO resumes: 5 tips for landing a chief data officer role
Chief data officers are on the rise as businesses embrace data-driven strategies. But you’ll want to follow these five tips to write the perfect CDO resume to get the job.
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5 ways to find hidden IT talent inside your organization
Hidden IT gems: From bootcamps to internal skills marketplaces, companies are discovering tech talent where they wouldn’t expect it.
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What Whirlpool’s CIO does to make its digital business models run end to end
During a recent CIO Leadership Live session, Danielle Brown, SVP and CIO of household appliance giant Whirlpool, detailed how collaborative teams and data management are integral to both product leadership and the entire customer journey.
CIO Tech Talk Voices
Are product managers chief executives of their product? It depends.
Two ways PMs are like CEOs — and one way they aren’t.-
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