The Big Shift in IT Leadership

Hunter Muller 지음

Wiley 2015년 05월 22일 출간

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Learn the unique leadership strategies of the effective, essential CIO Beyond the Cloud&provides a blueprint for leadership in an era of high volatility, rapid transformation, and amazing growth. An effective CIO is essential to the successful navigation of turbulent and uncertain times, and this insightful guide gives you the actionable framework you need to execute the leadership strategies that work. Focused on the major factors that are critical to modern global enterprise, this book delves into communication, collaboration, relationships, technology, innovation, talent management, and more to provide well-rounded guidance toward principled leadership. Simple, straightforward language explains the basics of each area, and is expanded upon by real-world stories and revealing anecdotes gathered from the author's exclusive interviews with visionary thought leaders from major organizations worldwide. You get perspective from the top on established and emerging leadership strategies, helping you put these ideas to work right away. CIOs are perfectly positioned to provide the leadership required to stay ahead of the competition in complex, rapidly shifting markets. They break down walls, align resources, and facilitate collaboration to drive business value and spur growth amidst an atmosphere of hyper-competition. This guide is your practical handbook for becoming the leader that you need to be. Establish trust and cooperation across the enterprise Recruit and retain the top talent in your field Leverage new technology for continuous business growth Inspire loyalty and optimal performance from everyone on the team The CIO has never been more crucial to the enterprise than right now. With clear guidance toward the unique leadership skills the role requires, Beyond the Cloud is the foundational executive guide for transformational leaders in the new business era.

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Foreword Acknowledgement Preface Chapter 1 THE NEW NORMALExecutive Summary The Best CIOs Know that Results Trump Technology Leadership Excellence Is a Critical Competitive Advantage Innovation and Transformation in a Customer-Centric Global Economy The Big Shift Is a Total Game Changer 7 Action Steps for CIOs Who Are Ready for the ‘Big Shift&' in IT Leadership Strategy Impact of Technology in Rapidly Changing Markets Plays Directly to Primary Strengths of the CIO Learning to Embrace and Accept the Realities of Customer-Centric IT CIOs Experience a Transformation of Focus, From Creating Internal Productivity to Driving External Value Strong Links Between Collaboration, Innovation and Competitive Success Dealing with the Realities of the ‘Experience Economy&' and the Elevated Demands of Empowered Consumers Shifting Consumer Economy Raises the Bar for CIOs Case Closed: IT Still Matters Chapter 2 The CIO and the C-SUITEExecutive Summary Speaking the Language of Business Is Absolutely Essential for High-Performing CIOs and Exceptional IT Leaders Leveraging the Power of Great Habits to Drive Relationships Across the C-Suite Maintaining Relevancy and Setting the Agenda Team Leaders, Not Lone Heroes “Triple Package” of Critical Traits In Changing Times, Innovative Leadership Is a Critical Asset Are You Proactive or Reactive? Building Trust, Across the C-Suite and Within IT Waging the “War for Talent” and Preparing for the Future of IT in the Modern Enterprise Find the Best People&n-You&'ll Need Them as IT Expands Its Role in the Modern Enterprise Achieving the Right Mix of Talent and Technical Abilities Why I&'m Genuinely Optimistic about the Future of IT Notes Ch

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저자(글) Hunter Muller