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Reshaping the IT organization to fit an era of exponential change This IBM Institute for Business Value report reveals the changes innovative CIOs are making

CIOs are redesigning their IT organizations to meet the needs of the future – a future punctuated by both more… accelerating, and (at times) disruptive change. An emerging set of innovative CIOs, based upon IBM’s recent research, are grabbing the “bull by the horns” and making the essential changes required for success ahead. less

As Marketing moves to leverage information technology the need for CMO and CIO collaboration has never been greater IBM's Institute for Business Value analyzes nearly 5000 interviews with CMOs and CIOs to provide fresh insights

IBM's Institute for Business Value analyzes nearly 5000 interviews with CMOs and CIOs to provide fresh insights into the more… value of improved collaboration between CMOs and CIOs. It is a clear response to the radical shifts occurring in both the Marketing and Information Technology (IT) fields. less

Develop a partnership strategy to improve business outcomes Listen to Partnering for Business Outcomes

As CIOs face increasing pressure to deliver transformative business value with limited resources, they more … are turning to strategic partners to extend their capabilities. In fact, 2/3rd of CIOs plan to partner extensively as a source of new skill and expertise. The linked webcast describes how a partnership with IBM can augment capabilities, speed execution, and optimize infrastructure, less

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Gain the software edge Discover how effective software development and delivery can drive competitive advantage

A new study from IBM's Institute for Business Value reveals that the majority of business leaders indicate more… that software development and delivery capability is critical to being able to exploit technology trends for competitive advantage. But remarkably, only 25 percent felt that their teams leveraged it effectively today. This "execution gap" — the difference between the need to deliver software effectively and the ability to do so — is causing missed business opportunities for the vast majority of companies surveyed. less

Six key skills CIOs need to master business leadership Six key skills CIOs need to master business leadership

A report from Center for CIO Leadership offers insights and a roadmap for CIOs to follow as they negotiate the more… challenges and opportunities of creating sustainable business value for the enterprise. For each of the Center's six core competencies, detailed findings and insights on the current state of CIOs' skills are offered. less

The smarter planet: a mandate for CIO leadership in a radically changing world With digital technology increasingly embedded into systems and processes, becoming smarter is imperative. What must CIOs understand?

With digital technology increasingly embedded into systems and processes, becoming smarter is imperative. What must CIOs understand?

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Partnering to manage the application portfolio Partnering to manage the application portfolio (4:19)

Leaders from Westfield Insurance Company talk about their partnership with IBM to manage core business applications.

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IBM expands the SmartCloud portfolio with new services and software offering unprecedented choice, security and portability Learn more about the industry's most advanced cloud services and software

Learn more about the industry's most advanced cloud services and software, which have been designed from the ground more… up for enterprise clients. The latest IBM SmartCloud services and capabilities introduce unprecedented choice, security and portability as businesses shift critical activities to the cloud and approach its use as a platform for business. less

IT Strategy and Design Services IT strategy and design services from IBM can help CIOs successfully assess, plan and design an enterprisewide approach that supports business goals.

IT strategy and design services from IBM can help CIOs successfully assess, plan and design an enterprise-wide approach that supports business goals.

IT Strategy and Performance Assessment The IT Strategy Assessment helps CIOs align the current IT strategy, resources and investment to changes in business direction. (429KB, 2 pages)

The IT Strategy Assessment helps CIOs align the current IT strategy, resources and investment to changes more… in business direction and corporate strategy. It focuses on core value drivers in key process areas in order to make targeted improvements. less

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