CIOs Must Prepare for New Era of IT

CIOs Must Prepare for New Era of IT

1-Rising DemandRising Demand

85% of CIOs are seeing IT requirements increase significantly, with more support needed for apps that enable multiple channels, including mobile.

2-On the ClockOn the Clock

Nearly 75% say time pressure for implementing IT projects is increasing as time-to-market emerges as a key performance indicator.

3-Consumer ToolsConsumer Tools

Two-thirds of companies plan to invest more in IT over the next seven years, especially for

4-Influential VoiceInfluential Voice

45% of companies expect to have a CIO on the board of directors by 2020.

5-Top Industries for Future CIO Board MembershipTop Industries for Future CIO Board Membership

Telco, high tech and media: 51%, Financial institutions: 50%, Automotive, machinery, defense: 47%, Consumer and retail: 44%

6-Universal FitUniversal Fit

Nearly 80% of CIOs expect standard software to cover more than one-half of required functionality, reducing their dependence upon custom products.

7-Expected Growth of IT Outsourcing by Industry by 2020Expected Growth of IT Outsourcing by Industry by 2020

Consumer and retail: 18%, Utilities: 17%, Automotive, machinery, defense: 16%, Finance: 15%, Telco, high tech and media: 15%

8-Best Practices for CIOs in the New Age: Drive Digital BusinessBest Practices for CIOs in the New Age: Drive Digital Business

Act as a company manager, not a tech guru. Balance sophisticated solutions for core processes with standardized packages for commodities.

9-Best Practices for CIOs in the New Age: Simplify Business and Optimize IT ArchitectureBest Practices for CIOs in the New Age: Simplify Business and Optimize IT Architecture

Reduce the number of apps, but increase the share of value-driving functions.

10-Best Practices for CIOs in the New Age: Redefine Cost-Effective IT DeliveryBest Practices for CIOs in the New Age: Redefine Cost-Effective IT Delivery

Consider agility as a key component of IT value, as opposed to cost alone.

CIO Insight Staff
CIO Insight Staff
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