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Gessica Chies , Manager , Solution Consulting , EMEA for Infor business goals . Another key factor in this innovation journey is the CIOs ’ industry knowledge : a deep understanding of the organisation ’ s specific industry ensures that any technological advancement aligns seamlessly with both the company requirements and the market challenges .
This industry-focused approach not only reinforces the competitive advantage but also establishes a foundation for sustainable growth . By doing so , the CIO must act as a strategic business partner , able to translate complex technological concepts into a language that resonates with the C-levels and stakeholders and ensuring that technological initiatives align with ( and drive ) business objectives . decades , we can affirm that the speed of evolution is increasing and that there is limitless potential for those who dare to imagine .
As the barrier between technology and business blurs , the CIO ’ s role has to expand beyond technical acumen . It requires a holistic perspective , where technology is not just a tool but a strategic enabler . The CIOs with both technical expertise and business insight will then become Chief Change Management Strategists , the architects of transformation , capable to lead the organisation into a future where imagination has no limits . p
Conclusion
In conclusion , this quote by Gartner becomes more than ever real : “ Changing mindsets lead to new practices , which are amplified by technology , leading to new capabilities and yielding new results .” CIOs must unleash their imagination to envision the future and commit to drive change by innovating .
If we look back at the fantastic journey we experienced , from monoliths to generative AI in less than two
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