CIO strategy
Today's CIOs, CTOs, CDOs and other IT leaders must tackle constantly evolving challenges. Get critical news, guides and tips on how to excel in business and technology leadership. Topics include CIO strategy, business disruption, hybrid workforces, change management, cross-departmental collaboration, and how to lead projects related to metaverse, AI, and blockchain.
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03 Mar 2026
What CIOs can learn from Marc Benioff's ICE joke
Marc Benioff's ICE agent joke at a Salesforce all-hands meeting puts spotlight on IT system and operational risks with enterprises relying heavily on foreign labor. Continue Reading
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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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27 Feb 2026
How to lead on sustainability in the rise of greenhushing
Sustainability leaders have been navigating a period of uncertainty. While they work to keep their initiatives afloat, they can also prepare for a more stable future. Continue Reading
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27 Feb 2026
Why CX platforms are becoming cost-cutting tools
Customer experience platforms are evolving into systems of cost control, exposing hidden operational inefficiencies and reshaping how customer operations are managed. Continue Reading
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27 Feb 2026
Beyond Containment: Structuring IT for enterprise AI at scale
Enterprise AI is moving beyond pilots and into infrastructure. That shift exposes structural weaknesses -- and demands governance, observability and integration built directly into the stack. Continue Reading
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26 Feb 2026
What Big Tech's AI spending means for your IT budget
Hyperscalers are spending billions on AI. CIOs can't match that scale -- but they can adopt smarter budgeting strategies to deliver measurable AI value. Continue Reading
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26 Feb 2026
5 conditions for durable enterprise AI
Enterprise AI becomes durable when experimentation matures into governance, integration discipline and production-grade infrastructure. Continue Reading
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26 Feb 2026
Top CIO conferences, according to the CIOs who attend them
CIOs highlight the conferences they prioritize, including Gartner forums, Dreamforce, AI Summit and SC. These events help them learn, network and spot trends. Continue Reading
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26 Feb 2026
How HR platforms reshape enterprise cost structures
As data fragmentation continues to obscure labor costs, HR platforms can no longer serve just as systems of record. Now they are evolving into layers of labor-cost intelligence. Continue Reading
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25 Feb 2026
How ERP and supply chain platforms protect profits
Working capital, forecast accuracy and supplier exposure are governed as much by ERP and supply chain design as finance policy, making supply chain platforms key to margin control. Continue Reading
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25 Feb 2026
AI job losses: Transformation expected, not mass layoffs
The increasing move of AI into the enterprise may cause job losses, but IT professionals say it will reshape roles and improve productivity rather than trigger mass layoffs. Continue Reading
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25 Feb 2026
4 governance pressures shaping enterprise AI
Enterprise AI may move fast, but institutional accountability does not. Governance and structural alignment determine how safely AI expands into customer-facing systems. Continue Reading
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24 Feb 2026
The importance of sustainability and finance alignment
How can sustainability leaders get CFOs on board with their strategies? They must speak the same language. Cut the jargon and translate sustainability values into business terms. Continue Reading
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24 Feb 2026
4 structural foundations of reliable enterprise AI
Enterprise AI reliability is shaped less by model advances and more by structural alignment. Integration, process logic and visibility determine whether AI can scale. Continue Reading
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23 Feb 2026
6 reasons enterprise AI adoption starts small
Enterprise AI adoption starts small by design, shaped by integration limits, data readiness, governance discipline and architectural constraints. Continue Reading
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20 Feb 2026
Experts share practices to overcome AI data readiness
Enterprise AI ambitions can stumble without strong data fundamentals. Here's how to pick, organize and maintain data so systems behave reliably and projects move to production. Continue Reading
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20 Feb 2026
The illusion of choice in enterprise desktop strategy
Explore how Windows 10 end of support, SaaS delivery and cost pressure are forcing enterprise desktop decisions earlier than expected -- and making them harder to unwind. Continue Reading
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20 Feb 2026
Enterprise AI adoption: What drives AI at scale
Enterprise AI does not scale through experimentation alone. It requires structural integration, governance enforcement and disciplined architectural alignment. Continue Reading
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19 Feb 2026
The AI hype bubble might parallel the dot-com era bust
The current AI hype era resembles the dot-com bubble era in some ways, but there are significant differences as well. Continue Reading
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19 Feb 2026
Will data centers become obsolete?
Many organizations want to simplify or scale down their data centers -- but they won't disappear. Admins can examine as-a-service options and cloud to offload some applications. Continue Reading
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19 Feb 2026
Privacy, compliance and governance are changing development
Regulation now drives software architecture. See how privacy engineering, policy-as-code and region-aware cloud design turn compliance into a scalable advantage. Continue Reading
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18 Feb 2026
What is succession planning?
Succession planning is the strategic process of identifying and developing internal candidates to fill key organizational roles to ensure business continuity and the availability of effective leadership in the face of role transitions, departures or unforeseen events. Continue Reading
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18 Feb 2026
5 pillars of an agentic AI strategy
Agentic AI is forcing CIOs to rethink IT strategy. Success depends on identifying key use cases, assessing data readiness, planning infrastructure and establishing governance. Continue Reading
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17 Feb 2026
AI failure examples: What real-world breakdowns teach CIOs
The real risk of AI isn't experimentation—it's deployment. Leaders must address governance, data gaps and oversight before scaling enterprise systems. Continue Reading
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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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13 Feb 2026
ESG for IT: How CIOs can drive environmental sustainability
Sustainability as a business initiative has rocketed up the priority list as investors, consumers and legislators demand accountability from businesses. Here's how IT can help. Continue Reading
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12 Feb 2026
How business leaders can prepare for quantum-AI integration
AI completely changed the way we work, and quantum computing has the potential to upend our work completely. How can these technologies integrate to achieve further innovation? Continue Reading
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11 Feb 2026
Rollout timelines absorb unresolved integration work
Enterprise integration rollout challenges emerge across ERP, GenAI and HR systems, shaping outcomes earlier than expected and over time. Continue Reading
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10 Feb 2026
Market whiplash: Why CIOs can't plan for volatility
Extreme swings in bitcoin, precious metals and rare earths are breaking IT cost forecasts, increasing vendor risk and forcing CIOs to rethink hardware budgeting strategies fast. Continue Reading
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10 Feb 2026
What the 2026 Global Risks Report means for CIOs
Rising AI, cyber, and geopolitical risks are no longer abstract—CIOs must lead in building resilient, adaptable enterprise technology. Continue Reading
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10 Feb 2026
10 early decisions that shape enterprise software outcomes
Early planning choices quietly shape enterprise software outcomes. These 10 decisions influence flexibility, governance and how teams handle change later. Continue Reading
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06 Feb 2026
When SaaS softens the OS -- but doesn't erase it
As Windows 10 retires and SaaS reduces OS dependence, Linux desktops are re-emerging as a viable enterprise option driven by cost, control, privacy and hardware flexibility. Continue Reading
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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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06 Feb 2026
CIOs are feeling the pressure of the AI leadership gap
In this Q&A, Wendy Lynch, founder of Analytic Translator, discusses how CIOs need to close a leadership gap to overcome the huge cultural changes that come with the AI transition. Continue Reading
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06 Feb 2026
Why companies should be sustainable and how IT can help
Pressure is mounting for the business sector to address its environmental footprint and become more sustainable. Here's a look at the key drivers and how technology can help. Continue Reading
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04 Feb 2026
Desktop decisions harden earlier than CIOs expect
Desktop modernization looks flexible at the outset, but Macs introduce constraints that lock organizations into parallel desktop models far earlier than CIOs typically anticipate. Continue Reading
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04 Feb 2026
The business value of IT: How CIOs drive competitiveness
CIOs create business value when they remove obstacles and align teams, not when they adopt flashy technology. The CIO of DeVry University shows how IT offers a competitive edge. Continue Reading
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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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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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30 Jan 2026
A day in the life of a community college CIO
CIO Luke VanWingerden makes sure he doesn't have personal admin access to any technology at his workplace. This helps him stay focused on his main role -- IT strategy. Continue Reading
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30 Jan 2026
TechTarget's Outlook on 2026
Expert insights on the latest trends to help IT leaders make informed decisions and stay prepared for what’s ahead. Continue Reading
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29 Jan 2026
Sell America: Why CIOs should examine the recent market selloff
CIOs need to shift to resilience, efficiency and measurable ROI as the “Sell America” market selloff signals policy uncertainty, shifting tech budgets and increased vendor risk. Continue Reading
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29 Jan 2026
Safe by design: AI personalization in fintech
As AI drives deeper personalization in financial services, CIOs are under pressure to deliver growth while ensuring models remain explainable, secure and compliant. Continue Reading
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29 Jan 2026
20 top learning management systems for 2026
While many LMSes offer comparable features, HR leaders must consider the full product offering and cost. Here are some of the top LMSes on the market. Continue Reading
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29 Jan 2026
10 components of an effective employee well-being strategy
Employee well-being strategies now extend beyond traditional wellness programs. These 10 components outline how organizations can build sustainable, people-centered approaches that evolve over time. Continue Reading
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26 Jan 2026
Silver price surge has enterprise technology costs
CIOs must manage IT procurement instability as silver prices have been climbing steadily, raising costs of hardware, cloud and data centers. Continue Reading
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23 Jan 2026
The CIO's guide to equitable emerging tech
CIOs must prioritize equity when adopting new technologies to prevent harm, improve accessibility and make sure the technology enhances rather than amplifies existing inequities. Continue Reading
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23 Jan 2026
How to build a hype-free AI culture
AI success isn’t about models—it’s about leadership. CIOs who prioritize outcomes, governance and trust can scale AI without disrupting operations. Continue Reading
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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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23 Jan 2026
Offshore wind project suspensions pose challenges for CIOs
Trump administration offshore wind suspensions disrupt data center clean energy supply, raise power costs, threaten grid reliability, delay climate goals and affect CIO planning. Continue Reading
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22 Jan 2026
Real world GenAI use cases: How CIOs are putting AI to work
As CIOs look to implement GenAI, the number of potential use cases and vendor options can overwhelm them. Discover the tools that real CIOs are using across their organizations. Continue Reading
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22 Jan 2026
Strategic IT outlook: Tech conferences and events calendar
Tech conferences are a vital way for CIOs and IT leaders to keep abreast of trends and make real-life connections in a fast-changing business climate. Continue Reading
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20 Jan 2026
AI slop: The hidden enterprise risk CIOs can't ignore
CIOs need to identify AI slop in the enterprise – generated content and applications that pose security, operational and brand damage risks. Continue Reading
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16 Jan 2026
Agentic AI speeds curriculum drafting at General Assembly
Education and training company General Assembly built an agentic AI system to scale curriculum development. The tool cut first-draft time by 90%. Continue Reading
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16 Jan 2026
Top challenges and priorities for CIOs in 2026
CIO priorities for 2026 are changing rapidly. These expert-led articles reveal what's reshaping enterprise IT and the critical decisions leaders need to make now. Continue Reading
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16 Jan 2026
How to attract tech talent in 2026: 8 essentials
In this time of 'the great churn,' finding and keeping great tech talent sounds merely aspirational. Read on for seven methods that work. Continue Reading
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16 Jan 2026
How enterprise access decisions are starting to show up earlier
As work consolidates in browsers and quick-entry paths, access decisions are shifting to the front door of enterprise systems, often without clear ownership or centralized control. Continue Reading
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15 Jan 2026
The multi-cloud reckoning: Simplify for cost, security and sanity
Multi-cloud strategies were meant to save money and reduce risk, not multiply it. Today's CIOs face rising exposure, inconsistent controls and growing operational strain. Continue Reading
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15 Jan 2026
How CIOs can retain talent as pay growth slows
IT pay growth has slowed amid economic uncertainty, but senior talent remains in demand. To retain top talent, CIOs must preserve the decision-making authority of senior employees. Continue Reading
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14 Jan 2026
What CIOs need to know about cyber risk insurance issues
Cyber insurance remains vital but is shifting to lower premiums, stricter evidence-based underwriting, growing exclusions, AI risks and greater enterprise and board liability. Continue Reading
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12 Jan 2026
The top 2026 data conferences to plan enterprise strategy
This guide lists events that can help data leaders assess how AI fits into their current architecture and identify improvements needed to meet future data demands. Continue Reading
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12 Jan 2026
How enterprise software planning is taking shape for 2026
See what's influencing enterprise software decisions, from governance and cost pressure to AI adoption and operating model constraints, as organizations plan for the year ahead. Continue Reading
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09 Jan 2026
Top 10 AI certifications and courses for 2026
As AI adoption accelerates, AI certifications and courses have proliferated. These offerings here go beyond the basics, deepening your knowledge of this rapidly evolving technology. Continue Reading
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09 Jan 2026
The role of CFOs in sustainability strategies
CFOs have become essential to drive sustainability efforts. They manage complex investments and ensure rigorous ESG reporting alongside IT to improve data workflows. Continue Reading
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08 Jan 2026
The AI plateau: What smart CIOs will do when the hype cools
The AI plateau marks a shift from hype to practical results. CIOs who focus on governance and measurable value can navigate this period successfully. Continue Reading
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07 Jan 2026
A month-by-month roadmap for the three phases of FinOps
How do you go about establishing a measurable and achievable plan to bring FinOps into your organization? Use this sample roadmap to build your plan. Continue Reading
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07 Jan 2026
Top 9 blockchain platforms to consider in 2026
Get the lowdown on the major features, differentiators, strengths and weaknesses of the blockchain platforms that are getting the most buzz -- and real-world deployments. Continue Reading
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02 Jan 2026
CIO time: How IT leaders manage their calendars
As CIOs juggle long hours and global demands, they rely on deliberate scheduling and trusted assistants to stay focused on key priorities. Continue Reading
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30 Dec 2025
AI surge fuels dramatic transformation of CIO role
As AI continues to move into the enterprise, the CIO's role is rapidly expanding into AI leadership, scaling AI responsibly and delivering measurable business value. Continue Reading
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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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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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22 Dec 2025
How AI is reshaping IT leadership and the modern CIO
Internal IT succession planning develops CIO-ready leaders, reduces disruption and strengthens organizational resilience through mentoring, assessment and experiential learning. Continue Reading
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19 Dec 2025
Predictable IT spending in an unpredictable economy
As AI and volatility push costs higher, CIOs must adopt flexible budgeting -- rolling forecasts, FinOps and real-time metrics -- to keep IT spend predictable and innovation funded. Continue Reading
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17 Dec 2025
How to identify high-potential IT talent early
To impact your company positively, it's vital to spot talented people early in their employment. Here's why and how. Continue Reading
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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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15 Dec 2025
How to launch a corporate recycling initiative
Corporate recycling initiatives have gone beyond basics, and IT leaders play a crucial role in that. From physical to digital waste, recycling can help teams hit their ESG goals. Continue Reading
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12 Dec 2025
Top metaverse platforms in 2026, rise of spatial computing
The metaverse is evolving, beginning with its rebranding as spatial computing and its expansion into the workplace. Here are 15 metaverse platforms to watch in 2026. Continue Reading
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11 Dec 2025
9 ESG benefits for businesses
ESG programs help businesses attract investors, build customer loyalty, improve financial performance, make operations sustainable and gain a competitive edge. Continue Reading
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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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10 Dec 2025
An AI bubble burst? Early warning signs and how to prepare
AI is nearing a reset, shifting focus from hype to measurable value. CIOs must reassess investments, prioritize ROI and guide their organizations toward a sustainable AI strategy. Continue Reading
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09 Dec 2025
What CIOs need to know about the 2025 crypto collapse
In the wake of the 2025 crypto collapse, CIOs must reassess blockchain initiatives, vendor stability, technical dependencies, preparedness and governance priorities. Continue Reading
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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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04 Dec 2025
DEI priorities CIOs should address in 2026
As DEI becomes a responsibility for CIOs, tech leaders must consider how they approach diversity, equity and inclusion, to boost innovation and foster belonging amongst employees. Continue Reading
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04 Dec 2025
The CIO's real job: Understanding the 'why' behind IT
Informatica CIO, Graeme Thompson, knows that IT often gets lost in operational, technical thinking. His job is to see the big picture and keep his team focused on what matters. Continue Reading
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02 Dec 2025
The CIO's playbook for reducing tech debt
Technical debt drains budgets and limits growth. CIOs must address outdated systems through audits, governance and modernization to remain competitive. Continue Reading
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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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25 Nov 2025
Meet quantum needs with hybrid digital infrastructure
The potential for quantum computing remains unparalleled. Does your organization understand the demands quantum computing will have on digital infrastructure? Continue Reading
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25 Nov 2025
The hard truth: What it really takes to be a global CIO
Global CIO Joe Locandro shares how global travel, long hours and strategic leadership shape the demanding, high-stakes life of a modern CIO -- on and off the road. Continue Reading
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25 Nov 2025
What CIOs need to know about the RSL protocol
RSL protocol's machine-readable licensing offers more control for AI data, but security and compliance challenges should cause CIOs to take a cautious approach before adopting. Continue Reading
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21 Nov 2025
Four ways CIOs should help improve CX strategy
CIOs must take an active role in driving CX initiatives by getting closer to and better understanding customers, improving employee experience and using tech to meet CX needs. Continue Reading
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21 Nov 2025
A day in the life of a strategy-driven CIO
CIO Stephen Franchetti spends his days balancing IT operations with strategic planning. It's about putting out fires while laying the groundwork for the future. Continue Reading
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21 Nov 2025
ESG strategy and management guide for businesses
ESG initiatives can help boost business success. This guide takes an in-depth look at creating and managing an ESG strategy to benefit a company and its various stakeholders. Continue Reading
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19 Nov 2025
Why enterprises shouldn't accept "good enough" AI ROI
Many companies see only modest AI gains while far greater value sits untouched. The real gap isn't technology, it's strategy. Continue Reading
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18 Nov 2025
Secure your IT future with succession planning
Succession planning is vital for IT resilience. Without it, leadership gaps risk disrupting operations, innovation and long-term business continuity. Continue Reading
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18 Nov 2025
If technology breaks, can you keep your business running?
Business leaders must prepare for technology failures by implementing resilient architecture, incident-response plans and strategies to maintain operations and minimize the impact. Continue Reading
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17 Nov 2025
From IT to ROI: Framing cybersecurity for the board
Aligning cybersecurity with enterprise KPIs helps IT leaders demonstrate value, manage risks and make informed decisions that protect both revenue and reputation. Continue Reading
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17 Nov 2025
Attention CISOs: Quantum computing security risks are here
The promise of quantum processors solving complex problems at extraordinary speeds offers numerous business opportunities. But what risks does this new technology present? Continue Reading
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14 Nov 2025
Black Friday poses ultimate IT stress test for CIOs
CIOs must ensure scalable systems, real-time analytics, AI-driven automation and strong collaboration to maintain performance in the face of Black Friday IT demands. Continue Reading
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12 Nov 2025
Vibe coding: What IT leaders need to know
Vibe coding shifts programming from line-by-line tasks to natural language collaboration with AI. This new approach accelerates delivery but raises new risks. Continue Reading
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12 Nov 2025
A CIO primer on U.S. work visas
With H-1B fees hitting $100K, CIOs and tech leaders must explore alternative visas to continue to attract international talent and build new immigration strategies. Continue Reading
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06 Nov 2025
How Canon's AI committee accelerates GenAI adoption
Canon's AI committee drives GenAI adoption with a dual approach -- educating broadly across teams and tailoring use cases to specific business verticals. Continue Reading
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05 Nov 2025
2026 tech job market statistics and outlook
The tech sector faced layoffs, rapid AI growth and skill gaps. What's next for 2026? Explore key trends, predictions and stats shaping the future of the tech job market. Continue Reading