The article identifies seven key behaviors for CIOs to succeed with AI: (1) aligning AI projects with strategic goals, (2) building organizational trust, (3) embedding AI in the company culture, (4) examining data quality and bias, (5) focusing on augmenting human abilities, (6) educating teams on AI, and (7) continuously learning from experts. CIOs need both technical and soft skills—such as empathy and clear communication—to navigate AI transformation. Experts emphasize the importance of linking AI to measurable business value and establishing robust, well-governed data foundations. CIOs should understand analytical, generative, and agentic AI to ask the right questions, make strategic decisions, and drive fundamental business transformation.
https://www.informationweek.com/it-leadership/7-behaviors-of-the-ai-savvy-cio