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The CIO Role Is Expanding — And So Are the Risks of Getting It Wrong

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CIOs' roles are evolving to shape business strategy and prioritize revenue growth amid digital transformations. They now need strong operational mindsets, aligning technology investments with business outcomes. Successful CIOs collaborate across departments, set clear KPIs, and foster a culture of agility and transparency to minimize risks and drive effective change. Embracing smaller, impactful projects can build trust and facilitate broader strategic initiatives.

https://www.informationweek.com/it-leadership/the-cio-role-is-expanding-and-so-are-the-risks-of-getting-it-wrong

Federal CIO Outlines 16 Operating Principles for IT Leaders

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Federal CIO Greg Barbaccia presents 16 operating principles for new federal IT leaders, emphasizing trust, accountability, and proactivity. With a wave of new, inexperienced CIOs, he aims to establish a culture shift in federal technology management. Reactions to the principles vary, with some seeing the message as condescending while others recognize its necessity for new leaders. Barbaccia's guidelines stress understanding missions, owning outcomes, and fostering collaboration, intending to modernize government IT practices and improve effectiveness amid significant turnover in CIO roles.

https://federalnewsnetwork.com/cio-news/2025/05/federal-cio-outlines-16-operating-principles-for-it-leaders/

State of the CIO, 2025: CIOs Set the AI Agenda

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CIOs are expanding their roles in AI transformation, emphasizing strategic vision and collaboration. As businesses increasingly focus on AI, CIOs are tasked with guiding organizations in leveraging AI for solving business challenges. The 2025 State of the CIO survey highlights a significant shift towards strategic responsibilities, with 41% of leaders identifying as strategic compared to 35% in 2024. Companies prioritize AI for operational efficiency and customer experience improvement, with a collaborative approach between IT and business units driving AI adoption. Despite challenges in staffing, investment in AI and digital initiatives remains strong, reinforcing the elevated status of CIOs as key business leaders.

https://www.cio.com/article/3974090/state-of-the-cio-2025-cios-set-the-ai-agenda.html

State of the CIO Survey 2025

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CIO Survey 2025 Summary: CIOs are becoming key strategic leaders in AI, customer experience, and digital transformation. This year's survey, featuring insights from 900 IT heads, highlights a shift towards AI-driven innovation and emphasizes CIOs’ roles in aligning tech with business outcomes. Key findings include major investments in AI, a focus on overcoming talent shortages, and changing reporting structures, indicating a growing strategic influence beyond traditional IT roles.

https://www.cio.com/article/3976500/state-of-the-cio-survey-2025.html

Reporting Lines: Could Separating From IT Help CISOs?

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Separating the CISO (Chief Information Security Officer) from the IT department and having them report to the CFO can enhance their ability to communicate cybersecurity risks in business terms, thereby improving executive collaboration and reducing conflicts of interest. This shift allows CISOs to focus on risk management over solely technical controls, fostering strategic discussions about cybersecurity investments and their impact on the overall business. By adapting their language and understanding financial fundamentals, CISOs become better positioned to advocate for funding and align security initiatives with business objectives.

https://www.csoonline.com/article/3964405/reporting-lines-could-separating-from-it-help-cisos.html

Customer-centric IT: Strategies for Delivering Winning Customer Experiences

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CIOs must adopt customer-centric strategies to drive business growth and enhance customer experiences. Key strategies include establishing a clear customer-focused vision (the “North Star”), integrating business and IT teams, fostering a customer-centric culture, collaborating early with stakeholders, improving data coherence, modernizing technology, and accelerating AI adoption to meet customer expectations. These approaches aim to create personalized experiences and strengthen customer relationships.

https://www.cio.com/article/3966301/customer-centric-it-strategies-for-delivering-winning-customer-experiences.html

How Today’s CIOs Are Upskilling

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Due to rapid tech advancements and industry complexities, CIOs must continuously upskill. They focus on aligning IT with business strategy, fostering innovation, and embracing a learning culture. Educational choices include universities, online courses, and networking with peers. Essential skills now encompass both tech and business leadership as CIOs transition to drivers of digital transformation and organizational growth. Ongoing education is critical for remaining competitive in today's fast-paced environment.

https://www.informationweek.com/it-leadership/how-today-s-cios-are-upskilling

Ask a CIO Recruiter: How AI Is Shaping the Modern CIO Role

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AI is transforming CIO roles by demanding value creation and business acumen, while challenges persist due to legacy systems. Organizations seek CIOs with a mix of technical knowledge and practical AI implementation experience. Change leadership and cultural fit are crucial for success in technology-driven transformations. Aspiring CIOs should focus on collaboration and driving real business results.

https://www.informationweek.com/it-leadership/ask-the-cio-recruiter-how-ai-is-shaping-the-modern-cio-role

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