The presence of the chief information officer (CIO) in the C-suite is common, but historically this role has been segmented off, tasked with keeping the lights on and keeping IT budgets in check. The changing role of technology within the overall business strategy due to disruptive digital transformation demands a […]
Three Questions to Ask a Potential Vendor
When considering partnering with a vendor, you should have a set of questions you use to determine a good fit. The recent disruption in the market due to advances in cloud technology means that the traditional way of evaluating providers may no longer be valid. In fact, there’s reason to […]
The Critical Role of the CIO in Spearheading Digital Transformation
Digital media and technology represent potent tools for business in terms of reducing costs, increasing revenues, reaching new audiences, eliminating inefficiencies, illuminating market trends, and other areas. But while the power of data and digital technologies is proven, many businesses do not have a comprehensive digital transformation strategy. Part of […]
3 Factors that Will Define the CIO Role in 2015
While there is widespread perception that chief information officers (CIOs) are primarily focused on emerging technologies, shifting business landscapes mean that the CIO role itself is changing. Increasingly, consumers are using technology to research and choose products in retail environments, and businesses that embrace these and other key trends are […]