The CMO is taking charge!

Hey IT professionals! The traditional role of the department and its leadership is changing and changing quick!

Can’t ignore this from http://www.cio.com

http://www.cio.com/article/741084/Are_CIOs_Destined_to_Work_for_the_CMO_

Switching Outsourcing Vendors

If you thought it wasn’t practical, think again! This great article from Stephanie Overby of http://www.cio.com states the reasons why. Biztek recommends it highly. A must read.

http://www.cio.com/article/740965/Switching_IT_Outsourcing_Providers_Easier_and_Less_Costly_Than_Ever?taxonomyId=3195

CIO’s Break Through!

The C-lass ceiling is no longer. CIO’s are now making noise in the higher levels of the C-suite. How “suite” it is! A great read from cio.com!

http://www.cio.com/article/740099/CIOs_Share_How_They_Made_the_Leap_to_CEO

SaaS Manifesto

We need to quickly realize that purchasing of technology and its services is changing dramatically. This is another great article from the CIO Journal illustrating that point. Great reading!

http://blogs.wsj.com/cio/2013/09/23/the-saas-manifesto-its-time-to-build-a-real-sales-team/

Is Gamification Buzz or Reality?

Is Gamification Buzz or Reality?

If you have not heard the term “Gamification,” you soon will be hearing it. Even as I write this post, my computer’s word processing software underlines the word in red as if it doesn’t exist…..But, it does. And, if you are in business, in technology, and use tools and social media for your business, prepare to hear and learn.  This insightful explanation from Gartner is a great start.

Departmentalization of IT from SaaS

Saas is changing how software is bought and it is also affecting the power base within the IT purchasing community.

http://blogs.wsj.com/cio/2013/09/09/the-saas-manifesto-navigating-the-departmentalization-of-it/

Mobile Management Stealing Power from the CIO

Lots of new apps being built on the mobile platforms is just another example of the shift away from IT in the enterprise. For the CIO, the power shift is on. Another reason for all in IT to align with business and become a leader focused on the business mission.
A must read from CIO.com.

Innovation and Leadership in IT

“Innovation” is the hottest term in IT since “SOA” and “web-based.” 🙂 Problem is, some companies are embarking on it without a responsible approach. This article in the WSJ CIO Journal section sets the record straight on the right way to innovate. Good Reading!

http://blogs.wsj.com/cio/2013/08/25/managing-innovation-requires-unique-leaders-and-goals/

Start Talking and Stop Texting!

Wall Street Journal hits a homerun with this article. This is a chronic issue, especially among young workers. In today’s virtual workplace, conversation becomes even more important than the past. Pick up the phone and talk! Great advice!

CMO outspending CIO….on IT!

Thank you Laura McLellan of Gartner on this insightful article that all professionals, especially if IT is part of their responsibilities, should know.