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News
26 Aug 2026
CIOs say data engineers, AI architects hardest roles to fill
CIOs face a growing talent gap as AI changes IT roles. Seven IT leaders explain which skills are hardest to find and what hiring teams should look for. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Aug 2026
Continuous IT learning in the age of AI, cloud and automation
Continuous learning is essential in IT to bridge skill gaps, drive innovation and keep teams resilient against evolving technologies and cybersecurity threats. Continue Reading
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Opinion
29 Jun 2026
CIOs are looking for tech talent in the wrong places
CIOs face talent shortages by recruiting from narrow pools. Hire for curiosity, adaptability and problem-solving skills -- not just degrees. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Jun 2026
Tech talent trends 2026: AI elevates human skills
The future of IT work isn't human or AI -- it's both. New talent trends highlight the skills, culture and leadership needed to make that model work. Continue Reading
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Tip
02 Jun 2026
The CIO's guide to skills-based workforce planning
Organizations often have enough IT staff but face critical skills gaps that hinder digital transformation. Skills-based workforce planning can solve this issue. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 May 2026
AI-augmented teams: Training for human-machine collaboration
Organizations must shift from viewing AI as just a tool to a strategic collaborator. This requires workforce readiness and skills developed through training and collaboration. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Apr 2026
Guide to 30+ sustainability certifications for professionals
From starter-level training to in-depth ESG reporting, explore more than 30 sustainability classes, credentials and certifications that working professionals can consider now. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Apr 2026
The most in-demand AI skills
In-demand AI skills for enterprises include technical foundations and effective teamwork with AI, among other skills crucial for successful implementations and better productivity. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Apr 2026
IT organizational restructuring: Leader's guide to when and how
IT restructuring may be essential to stay agile in a fast-paced market. Discover strategies to align with goals, adapt to AI and drive long-term success. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Apr 2026
Career advice for aspiring CIOs: 5 tips
CIOs weigh in on what it takes to rise to the top of IT. Tips include building business acumen and knowing the difference between management and leadership. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Apr 2026
The AI talent wars explained: What CIOs need to know
CIOs struggle to hire AI talent due to high demand and limited supply. The competition, known as the AI talent wars, drives up salaries and extends hiring timelines. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Mar 2026
The ROI of IT training: How CIOs can prove business value
The ROI of IT training highlights its value as a strategic investment. Its improved productivity, innovation and risk reduction can justify training costs to executive teams. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Mar 2026
AI talent strategy: How Rayburn Electric builds AI-ready teams
Rayburn Electric doesn't need to build its own AI models, but it needs AI champions who can implement the technology across operations. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Mar 2026
How to upskill in AI: Lessons from a CIO
Sedgwick CIO Sean Safieh explains how CIOs can use course-based training, hands-on learning and safe experimentation to lead AI upskilling across IT and the broader workforce. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Mar 2026
AI workforce training: How BDO USA trains its employees
Getting employees comfortable with AI is tough for CIOs. BDO USA uses AI ambassadors, tailored training and a virtual escape room to train its workforce in AI skills. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Feb 2026
Top 6 podcasts for CIOs to follow
In 2026, CIOs need to stay aware of the technologies and events impacting their businesses. Listening to these six podcasts will help CIOs stay abreast of trends and developments. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Feb 2026
Inside a CIO's mind: Mastering time and knowing the business
CIO Sean McCormack explains how he balances strategy, vendors and frontline engagement -- and why his to-do list lives on his calendar. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Feb 2026
Do Gen Z, millennials already have the skills CIOs need?
IT teams struggle with skills shortages, especially in AI. Millennials and Gen Z have inherent technical skills that can help, but they often lack knowledge of legacy systems. Continue Reading
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Tip
30 Jan 2026
How AI-powered learning affects the IT skills gap
While AI helped create the current IT skills gap, AI-powered learning can also shrink it. The right tools can help IT leaders improve skills development and anticipate challenges. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Jan 2026
10 factors reshaping the role of the CIO in 2026
CIOs face increasing pressure to use AI to drive innovation, deliver returns and lead their organizations into the future. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Dec 2025
The 2026 talent reckoning: Beyond degrees and certifications
Skills, not degrees, will define IT hiring in 2026. CIOs are shifting from degree-based hiring to skills-based strategies, using AI and microcredentials to retain top IT talent. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Dec 2025
From CIO to CEO: Unlocking the entire C-suite
CIOs can evolve from technology leaders to enterprise strategists, taking on higher C-suite roles by building profit and loss fluency, influence, and leadership skills. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Dec 2025
From business to IT: Exploring unconventional CIO career paths
The traditional CIO career path often involves a computer science degree and IT experience. Yet, many CIOs emerge from business backgrounds, including supply chain and marketing. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Dec 2025
AI is driving a workforce transformation
Randstad Digital CEO Graig Paglieri explains how AI is reshaping roles by reducing some and creating others, Gen Z work behavior and the demand for digital transformation skills. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Dec 2025
The essential reading list for today's CIO
IT leaders share seven essential books every CIO should read. These include titles on effective leadership and navigating AI's growing influence. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Nov 2025
Top 12 business process management certifications for 2026
These certifications and courses can help you gain the specialized knowledge you need to bolster your credentials and marketability as a BPM professional. Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Aug 2025
Why digital literacy in the workplace is important
Some examples of digital literacy that are necessary for the contemporary workplace are knowing how to use Excel and generative AI. Learn more about why digital literacy matters. Continue Reading