CIO career development and career paths
CIO career development and career paths are hot topics for IT leaders looking to advance their position with the organization. CIOs looking to advance their careers should consider business and financial training as part of their growth plan. Find the latest CIO career development and career path information and advice, including news, tips and other IT job resources, here in this topic section.
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Feature
24 Feb 2023
6 must-read blockchain books for 2023
Numerous sources provide comprehensive information on blockchain fundamentals and applications. We narrowed the field to six of the most popular and diverse books available. Continue Reading
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09 Feb 2023
Top 9 most in-demand tech jobs of 2023
For job seekers in 2023, it's important to find a role that will be in high demand both now and in the coming years. Here are nine of the most promising jobs in technology. Continue Reading
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28 Dec 2022
8 top blockchain certification courses to pursue in 2023
Numerous blockchain certification courses are available for beginners and seasoned professionals, so we narrowed the field to some of the more diverse and comprehensive programs. Continue Reading
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29 Mar 2022
Prepare for a CIO Interview With These 20 Questions
What are the intelligent questions to ask a CIO during an interview to ensure they're the right fit for the role? According to many IT leaders and recruiters, these are the top 20. Continue Reading
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20 Oct 2021
6 must-have blockchain developer skills
Successfully navigating the many roles and responsibilities of a blockchain developer requires specialized skills ranging from cryptography to smart contracts to web development. Continue Reading
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30 Jul 2021
Inside look at Equifax's $1.5B digital transformation journey
A massive digital transformation effort at Equifax is gaining momentum. CTO Bryson Koehler talks about overhauling data environments, infrastructure, applications and more. Continue Reading
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06 Jul 2021
Top 20 strategic L&D terms learning pros should know
Career development is key to employee retention, and effective L&D initiatives start with an understanding of important learning concepts. Here are 20 of the most important. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
30 Jun 2021
A role for AI and humans in the recruiting process
Artificial intelligence tools can help job seekers find the right role and help employers close the skills gap. But AI can't replace human intelligence -- at least, not yet. Continue Reading
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04 May 2021
5 must-have skills to succeed as an IT manager
An effective IT manager's skill set includes solid communication, problem-solving, decision-making, time management, organization and the ability to think and act strategically. Continue Reading
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21 Apr 2021
CIO role post-pandemic is 'opportunity of a lifetime'
What is the CIO's role in 2021? Genpact's Sanjay Srivastava, a speaker at this year's MIT Sloan CIO Symposium, says CIOs are becoming 'co-creators' of new business models. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
26 Jan 2021
PMP exam prep: Are you ready to take the exam?
Before signing up to take the Project Management Professional (PMP) exam, use this guide to ensure that you fulfill all requirements, including educational and professional experience. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
17 Dec 2020
How improving your math skills can help in programming
Paul Orland explores how enhancing one's programming skills can be done through studying up on mathematics and better understanding how the two remain linked. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Oct 2020
Top IT certifications and degrees to help you advance your career
As the IT field continues to grow, find out more on how the top degrees and certifications can help in guide or further your career. Continue Reading
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28 May 2020
Leaders discuss challenges, strategies for women in IT
Women in tech still face challenges, including finding opportunities for advancement and management support. A recent panel of women in IT leadership roles discussed the challenges. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Jan 2020
What is the state of CIO tenure today?
CIO tenure remains significantly lower than other C-suite positions, and according to experts, it's a result of the age of digital transformation we're currently in. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Dec 2019
Fight the skills gap with a great upskilling and reskilling strategy
Just say 'no' to a skills gap and high turnover with upskilling and reskilling. Here's a look at the ins and outs of these important talent management concepts. Continue Reading
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05 Nov 2019
How quantum computing and machine learning boost each other
If you haven't started thinking about how quantum computing will impact your enterprise, you should. It's coming on rapidly and will have major effects, particularly on AI. Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Nov 2019
Why a CISO-CIO reporting structure undermines security
The CISO-CIO reporting structure comes with a serious conflict of interest, argues cybersecurity expert Tarah Wheeler. Here's why. Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Oct 2019
How to become a CIO thought leader
Experts discuss how CIOs and IT leaders can utilize successful thought leadership to distinguish and promote either their companies or themselves. Continue Reading
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Guide
11 Sep 2019
CIO role in digital transformation
The shift to a digital economy is dramatically changing the role of the CIO, from trusted IT operator to business strategist. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Jul 2019
CIO's breadth, depth, business savvy on display at Trace3 Evolve
Technology leaders from NetApp, First American and Experian were among those honored at the Trace3 Evolve event. Their outsized role in driving business value was on full display. Continue Reading
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31 May 2019
Why is diversity in tech becoming a CIO issue?
CIOs need to take radical steps to increase the number of women and minorities in tech. Deloitte's Anjali Shaikh explains. Continue Reading
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31 May 2019
How can CIOs improve their IT mentorship programs?
According to Deloitte's Anjali Shaikh, CIOs are no better than their C-suite peers at mentoring. An IT talent shortage demands CIOs do better. Here's how. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 May 2019
System administrator resources you'll actually use
The learning resources available for IT administrators are more plentiful than the technology that admins manage. How do they sift through the inundation of information? Continue Reading
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25 Apr 2019
Keith Krach: The making of a technology leader
Keith Krach, of DocuSign fame, talks about his long career as a technology leader. Part one covers the early years, from his first jobs at GM to making his mark in Silicon Valley. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
20 Mar 2019
The CIO job on steroids: The 'CIO-plus'
The term CIO-plus came up in a recent conversation about the attributes of a successful CIO. It's another twist on the ever-morphing CIO job. Continue Reading
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News
19 Mar 2019
MIT CIO 2019: Scaling AI and data to build the 'smart enterprise'
The theme of MIT Sloan CIO Symposium 2019 is 'leading the smarter enterprise.' We caught up with event chair Lindsey Anderson to find out what that means. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Mar 2019
5 reasons CIO career paths go south -- and how to protect yourself
Safeguard your CIO career path. Agiloft CEO Colin Earl details the top five reasons CIOs get the ax -- and how to avoid them. Continue Reading
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News
18 Feb 2019
Accenture predicts post-digital age where trust is the differentiator
The latest Accenture Technology Vision report calls out 'DARQ' technologies as the new must-have for CIOs and underscores the importance of building digital trust. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Feb 2019
21st-century CIO job description puts CIOs in vortex of emerging tech
The ban against pursuing tech for tech's sake -- it's been lifted. CIOs need to dive into emerging tech to extract its business potential. Welcome to the new CIO job description. Continue Reading
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28 Jan 2019
Recruiting data scientists for AI and machine learning
When hiring data scientists, be sure to include your data science team in the interview process, and strive to build a data-literate HR department. AI tools may also help. Continue Reading
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News
18 Jan 2019
CIO role: Should a CIO manipulate information?
IT experts react to yesterday's report in the Wall Street Journal that a CIO used his private company to manipulate online polling data. What's that say about the CIO role? Continue Reading
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Tip
10 Dec 2018
Ways administrators can avoid IT burnout
The last thing an overextended admin needs is additional work, but there are certain practices that, once introduced, can curb tech burnout in the long run. Continue Reading
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News
30 Nov 2018
How to get more women leaders in tech: It's not just a numbers game
Women leaders in tech are still few and far between. The industry knows it's a problem, but fixing gender inequality in the top ranks won't be easy, according to a recent panel. Continue Reading
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31 Oct 2018
'Radical candor' management style resonates at Harvard tech event
How to be a better boss: At Tech Conference 24, leadership guru Kim Scott shared how a stern critique from Facebook's Sheryl Sandberg led to the concept of 'radical candor.' Continue Reading
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17 Aug 2018
Deloitte CIO survey: Traditional CIO role doesn't cut it in digital era
New findings from Deloitte show CIOs are not evolving with the times. More than half are stuck in 'trusted operator' mode, which is quickly becoming obsolete. Continue Reading
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Conference Coverage
16 Aug 2018
2018 MIT Sloan CIO Symposium: A SearchCIO guide
The 2018 MIT Sloan CIO Symposium was all about making good on an enterprise digital transformation strategy. Explore the strategic advice, emerging technologies and big ideas from this year’s roster of CIOs, MIT faculty and experts. Continue Reading
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28 Jun 2018
CIO position: Evolve conference shows many ways to manage IT
The recent Evolve Technology Conference's Outlier Award program revealed varied takes on IT management philosophy and approaches to the CIO position. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jun 2018
Transformational leadership needed to pursue data-driven ethos
California State University's first chief data officer talks about why transformational leadership is needed now more than ever. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Jun 2018
How to start a blockchain project: Questions for IBM's Jerry Cuomo
A blockchain project starts with a belief that business needs to be done in a different way. Here's what happens next, including the role CIOs play in a blockchain journey. Continue Reading
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20 Jun 2018
IT career skills: Does being a specialist make a difference?
When it comes to developing IT skills, is it better to be the jack-of-all-trades or master of one? Airtel's Harmeen Mehta shares her perspective in this ATE. Continue Reading
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News
07 Jun 2018
The future of work requires a new C-suite
CIOs, get ready for C-suite 3.0, where corporate chiefs will have to break out of their silos to future-proof the enterprise. Continue Reading
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News
31 May 2018
Recruiting talent for digital cultures: Tips from McKinsey, Korn Ferry
The C-suite's penchant for hiring in its own image prevents companies from creating a digital culture. Another barrier: assuming HR can find the right people. Continue Reading
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22 May 2018
Indeed.com releases top 10 most in-demand CIO skills
Job site Indeed.com has released a list of the most in-demand skills for today's CIOs, based on job postings. Experts I talked to said 'most in-demand' doesn't mean most valuable. Continue Reading
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14 May 2018
CISO soft skills in demand as position evolves into leadership role
Cybersecurity industry veteran Joan Pepin discusses how the evolution of the CISO role has made soft skills essential to thrive in the information security field. Continue Reading
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08 May 2018
CIO uses master data management to speed digitalization
IMA Financial Group CIO Michelle Vercellino's effort to clean up, protect and govern the firm's data is an important step in the firm's quest for 'data intelligence.' Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2018
IoT training 101: For newbies and seasoned pros alike
IoT education isn't just for students or new employees; workers from all areas are brushing up on their training, as IoT is an often messy and diverse skill to master. Continue Reading
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News
24 Apr 2018
The CIO voice in the boardroom: Skills needed to get there
At a recent webinar, IT leaders discussed the factors driving the absence of a CIO voice in the boardroom and highlighted the skills they need to earn a seat at the table. Continue Reading
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News
13 Apr 2018
Twitterverse debates necessity of chief transformation officer role
IT pros on Twitter have questions about the chief transformation officer role. For starters: Isn't that role already filled by other C-level execs? Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Mar 2018
CLI vs. GUI: Find the right admin tool for various scenarios
Standard Windows and Linux command-line utilities oftentimes have niche, yet important functionality not available in GUI tools that require IT workers to make custom workflows. Continue Reading
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Answer
15 Feb 2018
How is startup culture different from a proven company?
Expert Gerie Owen discusses the differences between a startup culture and an established company's work environment. Learn more about which would work best for you. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Feb 2018
Options for server management tools expand to meet IT needs
Not only do admins have to contend with a mix of server OSes, there are diverse scenarios to complicate their management. Learn about the tools worth exploring for administration. Continue Reading
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12 Feb 2018
Is a software test schedule at the development team's mercy?
Does the development team determine the software test schedule? Find out why working with DevOps can alleviate some time and test constraints. Continue Reading
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News
01 Jan 2018
Top IT guidance for CIOs in 2017 underscores urgency of digitization
Digital transformation and the need for speed, scale and clear communication were the big topics explored in our top 10 CIO advice columns of 2017. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Jun 2017
The future of workplace structure: Cross-functional teams, AI impact
The digital workplace, including the CIO shop, is moving toward cross-functional collaboration, greater openness to outside contributors and the uptake of artificial intelligence. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Apr 2017
Executing strategies: Close the gap between vision and implementation
That vision thing won't do CIOs much good if they fail to execute on strategy, management experts say. Here's how to overcome the hurdles that can get in the way of success. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Mar 2017
Two IT leadership strategies that made me a successful CIO
A new way to prioritize IT activities and an epiphany about leadership made all the difference in Niel Nickolaisen's career as an IT leader. Read about these two IT leadership strategies. Continue Reading
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Opinion
29 Dec 2016
The commanding presence of quiet leaders
The MIT CFO Summit explores the inverse of the stereotypical extroverted leader and the effect that quiet leaders can have in an organization. Continue Reading
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Opinion
28 Nov 2016
To be leaders, technical professionals must move beyond IT expertise
Technical professionals sometimes flounder when adapting to leadership roles. Here are the four critical skills that they must strengthen to become high impact business leaders. Continue Reading
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News
20 May 2016
How three digital leaders overcame resistance to change
Digital leaders at CBS, IBM and SAP point to culture as one of the biggest digital transformation hurdles. Here's how they prevailed. Continue Reading
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06 Apr 2016
Instagram roundup: Disruptive business models, digital investments
2016 Fusion CEO-CIO Symposium caught on Instagram: Follow along as senior news writer Nicole Laskowski chronicles sessions on disruptive business models and digital investments. Continue Reading
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10 Jul 2015
McCormick spices up food market with digital platform business
Former McCormick CIO Jerry Wolfe talks about his role as CEO of the spice company's new tech spinoff and why a digital platform is so essential to reaching today's foodies. Continue Reading
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04 Dec 2014
UKtech50 2014 - The most influential people in UK IT
Our sister site Computer Weekly has announced the fifth annual UKtech50, a definitive list of the movers and shakers in UK IT. Continue Reading
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04 Dec 2014
Global CIO at Unilever named most influential person in UK IT
Jane Moran, the first woman to top our sister site Computer Weekly's UKtech50 list, is innovating while balancing the tech demands of a global giant. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
17 Aug 2012
Something to Tweet about: Social media skills help pay the bills
Mid-August is here, when the uptick in back injuries from lugging mini-fridges and long goodbye-hugs remind us it's college move-in time once again. And like so many wide-eyed, hot plate-toting ... Continue Reading
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05 Jun 2012
CIO skills in most demand: The ability to 'helicopter'
Does your CIO skills repertoire include the ability to "helicopter"? Then do I have a job for you! Continue Reading
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04 Jun 2012
Social media tips and other helpful lists
In this week's roundup, we have a list made up primarily of lists -- how meta! Included are social media tips and a general how-to on being a good CIO. Continue Reading
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22 May 2012
CEOs: CIOs earn seat at the table by creating competitive advantage
CIOs who master new technologies and wring value from legacy systems are great, but what CEOs really want is a partner in creating competitive advantage. Continue Reading
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26 Apr 2012
CIOs get no respect? They should follow the money
CIOs don't get any respect from CEOs on innovation leadership. Don't get miffed, follow the money. Continue Reading
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13 Apr 2012
Reading the tea leaves on the CIO job shakeup at BofA
What do companies want from their CIOs? This week's shakeup in the CIO job at Bank of America suggests the question is not given to easy answers. Continue Reading
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News
02 Apr 2012
Business transformation and the human touch
Business transformation, and how the CIO can bring this to bear through adaptability and a bit of a human touch. Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2012
Where are the women in computer science?
Women are nearly at parity with men when it comes to bachelor's degrees in science and engineering. So, why are so few women in computer science? Continue Reading
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News
12 Mar 2012
Who’s afraid of the iPad 3?
This week’s bits include why the iPad 3 should put a scare in the competition, and an example of how CIOs who consider the consumer come out on top. Continue Reading
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Report
05 Mar 2012
CIO compensation and careers survey 2011-2012
CIO compensation and job satisfaction are examined in this special report based on the CIO/IT Strategy Media Group IT salary and career survey. Continue Reading
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News
24 Feb 2012
No need to search, they know what you want
Tidbits of news and analysis from the week that was, including another manipulation of big data, three steps to becoming the CIO you know you are and one mobile device that might give you headaches. Continue Reading
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News
21 Feb 2012
Mission-critical systems taking on dual roles
As CIOs take on new roles, they are finding new uses for mission-critical systems -- and that in turn is making their role more business-critical. Continue Reading
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News
15 Feb 2012
Is technology leadership training lacking?
A lack of technology leadership training specific to the CIO position leaves the up-and-comers fending for themselves. Continue Reading
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News
19 Jan 2012
CIOs: Should your next IT hire be a consumer advocate?
How IT shops are changing and whom CIOs need to hire are big topics in the age of cloud and mobility. Should consumer advocates be on the list? Continue Reading
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Tutorial
04 Jan 2012
An enterprise guide to CIO roles and responsibilities
Get answers to questions about IT career issues, salaries, budgets, spending and staff development in this guide to CIO roles and responsibilities. Continue Reading
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News
16 Dec 2011
CIOs have to be passionate and in fighting trim
To be executive material for the CIO job these days, you'll need more than a well-cut suit. Continue Reading
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News
08 Dec 2011
Outlook 2012: Monetizing IT
It's that time of year again, when we and everyone else pull out the crystal IT ball for Outlook 2012. Continue Reading
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02 Dec 2011
Will CIOs' role suffer in an IT services organization?
CIOs continue to buzz about building an IT services organization and running IT as a business. But is it a demotion in the making? Continue Reading
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News
09 Nov 2011
Technology staffing gap causes alarming predictions
Technology staffing is not as high on the list of CIO priorities as it should be, experts warn. Continue Reading
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04 Nov 2011
How does the CFO-CIO relationship actually work?
They're rarely best buds. But when the CIO and CFO get together, what role does each really play? How about director and producer? Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Oct 2011
Technology priorities of CEOs not lining up with those of CIOs
The top technology priorities of CEOs as they move into 2012 are not focused on the latest or coolest technology, but on good old standbys. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Jul 2011
Comic-Con: IT wisdom from dudes in Stormtrooper suits
The freaks and geeks gathered at this year's Comic-Con have a mantra applicable to IT innovation: Don't settle. The coolest stuff is still out there. Continue Reading
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News
22 Jul 2010
Chief data officers: Bringing data management strategy to the C-suite
Data has become so relevant to how business gets done that some companies are adding a new officer to oversee data management strategy. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jun 2010
Applying for a CIO job? Must have mentor
The CIO job, maybe more than others, cries out for the helping hand of a mentor. Two seasoned CIOs prove the case. Continue Reading
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News
19 May 2010
Technology job openings surge, headhunters are on the prowl
Technology job openings are up, full-time positions are way up and headhunters are on the prowl. Is it time to talk nice to employees? Continue Reading
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News
13 May 2010
CIO careers: CFO wants control of IT, if he says so himself
Bad news for CIO careers? A new survey shows that 41% of CFOs consider themselves the main decision makers for IT investments. Continue Reading
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News
29 Apr 2010
IT hiring: The drama behind the statistics
The story of IT hiring in 2010 isn't all about rosy reports and new job postings by tech companies. For the drama, you must go beyond the official sources. Continue Reading
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News
16 Apr 2010
CIO careers: Seeking legal experts
Information risk management, federal regulations and lawsuits are a few reasons why CIO careers may be shifting to include legal expertise. Continue Reading
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News
25 Mar 2010
Is communication important in IT innovation?
Is your company trying to turn IT innovation into a process? Read about the three levels of innovation and the communication skills required for each. Continue Reading
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News
19 Mar 2010
On the job market? What CEOs want in the CIO role
Looking to fill the CIO role? Better learn the buzzwords. Three top headhunters say CEOs are fixated on leadership, transformation and innovation. Continue Reading
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News
25 Feb 2010
Is it better to work for an outsourcing provider than for corporate IT?
A veteran consultant says he sleeps at night because he knows that the corporate IT employees he's told to fire are better off working for an outsourcing provider. Continue Reading
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News
09 Feb 2010
IT staff motivation: HR, tech leaders out of sync
The latest Dice report shows that HR and IT leaders are not in sync when it comes to IT staff motivation. Continue Reading
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News
22 Jan 2010
How do you balance IT strategic planning and tactical decisions?
Our SearchCIO.com IT salary and careers survey did a little probing this year around one of those fraught CIO career questions: How much time do you devote to IT strategic planning as opposed to tactical decisions? Continue Reading
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News
18 Sep 2009
Three ways to reach out to women in IT: Mentor, advocate, encourage
A dinner on women in IT focused on midlevel women in technology and their challenges in getting ahead. You might say that overcoming this gender gap means improving IT. Here are some of the ways we can all make that happen: Continue Reading
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News
24 Jul 2007
A CIO's lot is not a happy one
A new survey finds executive job satisfaction levels are surprisingly low as companies struggle to keep their management teams intact. Satisfaction levels varied considerably across professions. IS and IT executives were the least satisfied, with just 41% of the group expressing contentment with their jobs. Continue Reading