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Top 10 barriers to strategic IT success

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When asked which challenges most often force IT to redirect time and focus away from strategy and innovation tasks, CIOs most commonly cited staff and skills shortages, changing business conditions, and addressing security threats. Tech debt and legacy tech Technical debt and legacy tech are both big speedbumps. 1 challenge listed.

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DOJ hires first chief AI officer to examine internal and external uses

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While the responsible use of AI has the potential make the world “more prosperous, productive, innovative, and secure,” irresponsible use can lead to fraud, discrimination, bias, and disinformation, the executive order says. Two technology analysts applauded the DOJ’s decision to hire Mayer. Overall, it’s a very smart hire.”

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Meet the 50 CISOs to Watch in 2024

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Lacework is proud to present our second annual group of 50 CISOs to Watch, a compilation of the most visionary and effective cybersecurity leaders in the industry. In a field driven by constant change, what sets a cybersecurity leader apart? With new cybersecurity regulations like the U.S.

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Secured by Women: Meet Rinki Sethi, VP and CISO at BILL

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Women’s representation in cybersecurity has come a long way in the last decade, but we still have progress to make before the balance truly shifts. That’s exactly why Lacework launched Secured by Women last year; and now, we’re thrilled to be back to continue championing the incredible women making a difference in cybersecurity.

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7 ways an MBA will advance your IT career — and 5 ways it won’t

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Upon completing an MBA program, especially one that blends cutting-edge IT knowledge with traditional business disciplines, IT leaders can leverage their newfound skills to lead digital transformations, enhance cybersecurity strategies, and effectively communicate the value of IT initiatives to non-technical stakeholders, says Deborah Y.

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How to succeed as a fractional CIO

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A fractional CIO is typically an experienced IT leader who is external to the enterprise yet acts as an accountable leader and extension of the executive team, says Dave Hartman, president of IT management consulting firm Hartman Executive Advisors. “A What types of organizations hire fractional CIOs?

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10 best practices when partnering for strategic skills

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“Collaboration with external partners allows enterprises to enhance their IT prowess, drive innovation, and bridge skill gaps more effectively amid a swiftly evolving digital landscape,” says Arpita Dwivedi, practice director at Everest Group. Staff augmentation and outsourcing are nothing new.