Bracing for change

CIOs should prepare themselves for a major transformation of IT's role in business, as business information, processes and relationships fuse with IT. That trend, highlighted by Gartner analysts at the Gartner Symposium/ITxpo 2007, means that IT decision-makers will have to focus on the role that they are playing within the organization. The CIO of tomorrow must be able to manage relationships with suppliers, users and key customers, who are increasingly demanding more access to systems. According to Gartner, there are eight major trends driving change, including transforming the management of IT, increasing commoditization and globalization. CIOs will also have to learn new management skills to cope with growing numbers of international agreements. Other trends include inspiring innovation and an increased use of social technology.

Read more about the changing role of the CIO:
- read the article at Management Consultancy