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Shortage of CIOs on the horizon

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The demand for CIOs is growing fast, thanks in part to large companies now requiring CIOs at the strategic business unit level as well as the enterprise level. What's more, at some smaller firms, first CIOs are being appointed, and there is an increased demand for people with CIO-type expertise among IT service vendors. All of that adds up to a looming CIO shortage. Although it's certainly possible to recruit a CIO from outside of the company, it's far more effective for the corporation if companies must groom future leaders from within. To develop the next generation of technology leaders, it's important to first understand that the CIO role is changing, with an increasing focus on business knowledge and skills, the ability to manage relationships, and overall leadership capability. Companies must proactively develop the attributes they need in their CIO candidates. When grooming from within, make sure to focus on these skills, all of which will be part of the 2010 CIO: strategist, relationship architect, leader, information steward, integrator, educator and utility provider.

To learn more about the role of the 2010 CIO and how to groom from within:
- read the CIO Insight article

Comments

Great article. As an ex-CIO, I agree with much of what was in this article. Because of this shortage there is a definate need for Interium/Temporary CIO's. The article even alludes to the fact that people need to be mentored within corporations. Who better to do this than ex-CIO's who have been there, done that and are not looking for long term engagements or careers. No threat, but a great talent pool. Small or mid-size companies cannot afford a CIO and frankly don't need one. However, they do need someone to step in now and then to help them. Again, interium/temporary CIO I think is the answer.

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