N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2024

In this landscape, the collaboration between the Chief Marketing and the Chief Digital Officer has become a pivotal driver of organizational success. These roles, while distinct, are increasingly interwoven, and their synergy can unlock unprecedented opportunities for growth and innovation.

Digital Marketing 138

Digital Marketing Marketing Artificial Inteligence Culture 138

CIO

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

“The critical element lies in automating these steps, enabling rapid, self-learning iterations that propel continued improvement and innovation.” However, research demonstrates that more executives, like Schumacher, recognize the connection between AI and business innovation. Most AI hype has focused on large language models (LLMs).

Artificial Inteligence 192

Artificial Inteligence Strategy Artificial Intelligence Generative AI 192

CIO

JANUARY 14, 2025

Current strategies to address the IT skills gap Rather than relying solely on hiring external experts, many IT organizations are investing in their existing workforce and exploring innovative tools to empower their non-technical staff. Using this strategy, LOB staff can quickly create solutions tailored to the companys specific needs.

Technical Advisors 187

Technical Advisors Strategy Training Research 187

CIO

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Always on the cusp of technology innovation, the financial services industry (FSI) is once again poised for wholesale transformation, this time with Generative AI. GenAI-powered financial services use cases Across the sector, GenAI is empowering innovation and enabling new work patterns.

Innovation 158

Innovation Azure Banking Analytics 158

CIO

JANUARY 13, 2025

AI, once viewed as a novel innovation, is now mainstream, impacting just about facet of the enterprise. Over the next 12 months, IT leaders can look forward to even more innovations, as well as some serious challenges. As 2025 dawns, CIOs face an IT landscape that differs significantly from just a year ago.

Technical Advisors 210

Technical Advisors Disaster Recovery Generative AI Innovation 210

CIO

MARCH 14, 2025

Ambitious businesses are already eyeing the next leap forward in AI technology fuelled by the growing imperative to deliver business success driven by digital innovation. But equally critical is the lack of a focused strategy or business case. Its perfectly possible to start your AI journey with a single GPU workstation.

Innovation 152

Innovation Artificial Intelligence Artificial Inteligence Hardware 152

CIO

JANUARY 8, 2025

So the question that plagues any professional entrusted with or motivated to drive a huge change initiative is how to inspire innovation and foster a culture of excellence. Vendors in their rush to put it in the market might not have time to deal with all the technical issues.

Culture 167

Culture Innovation Technical Review Leadership 167

CIO

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

As telecom executives work to navigate these challenges, finding a balance between fostering innovation and managing operating expenses is no longer optional it is a necessity for survival. Faster time to market for new services Accelerate the deployment of new services by enabling rapid assembly and testing of solution components.

Innovation 78

Innovation Strategy Scalability Resources 78

CIO

MARCH 4, 2025

CEOs, CIOs and CFOs are finding that deep tech is actively driving business innovation and profitability. As a business executive who has led ventures in areas such as space technology or data security and helped bridge research and industry, Ive seen first-hand how rapidly deep tech is moving from the lab into the heart of business strategy.

Technology 177

Technology Biotech Artificial Intelligence Artificial Inteligence 177

CIO

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The more strategic concern isn’t just the cost— it’s that technical debt is affecting companies’ abilities to create new business, and saps the means to respond to shifting market conditions. Rather than discuss “legacy systems,” talk about “revenue bottlenecks,” and replace “technical debt” with “innovation capacity.”

How To 205

How To Budget Metrics Innovation 205

CIO

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

They understand that their strategies, capabilities, resources, and management systems should be configured to support the enterprise’s overarching purpose and goals. Recognize IT and business are inseparable IT and business strategies are now fully intertwined, observes Jay Upchurch, EVP and CIO at analytics vendor SAS.

Technical Advisors 213

Technical Advisors Technical Review Fractional CTO Strategy 213

CIO

DECEMBER 10, 2024

CIOs have been able to ride the AI hype cycle to bolster investment in their gen AI strategies, but the AI honeymoon may soon be over, as Gartner recently placed gen AI at the peak of inflated expectations , with the trough of disillusionment not far behind. That doesnt mean investments will dry up overnight.

Weak Development Team 215

Weak Development Team Metrics Software Review Technical Review 215

CIO

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Focused on digitization and innovation and closely aligned with lines of business, some 40% of IT leaders surveyed in CIO.com’s State of the CIO Study 2024 characterize themselves as transformational, while a quarter (23%) consider themselves functional: still optimizing, modernizing, and securing existing technology infrastructure.

Technical Review 197

Technical Review Innovation Survey Systems Review 197

CIO

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Upskilling programs and focusing on the employee experience are also crucial for businesses looking to hold onto talent and drive innovative transformations, and recruitment for tech talent is much more effective when IT leaders are actively involved in the process. You have to be innovative,” adds Balbo. million compared to about 3.6

Recruiting 190

Recruiting Training Artificial Intelligence Artificial Inteligence 190

N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The CDO’s mandate extends beyond mere technology implementation; it encompasses the development of comprehensive digital strategies and the cultivation of a culture that embraces continuous innovation. This includes fostering a culture that values innovation and agility. Prioritizing customer experience is crucial.

Culture 161

Culture Artificial Intelligence Artificial Inteligence Strategic Planning 161

CIO

MARCH 4, 2025

At the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025, Huawei has positioned itself at the forefront of technological innovation, showcasing its latest advancements in 5G, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing. Huawei Cloud unveiled cutting-edge AI-native cloud services, reinforcing its commitment to intelligent transformation.

Innovation 103

Innovation Artificial Intelligence Artificial Inteligence Cloud 103

CIO

JANUARY 6, 2025

Innovate Shane McDaniel, CIO for the City of Seguin, Texas, says his city has grown by about 35% since the 2020 census. McDaniel says this work also creates a strong launchpad for more IT innovation in the upcoming year. Were embracing innovation, he explains. Heres what they resolve to do in the upcoming 12 months.

Generative AI 210

Generative AI Artificial Inteligence Off-The-Shelf Innovation 210

CIO

JANUARY 9, 2025

A savvy CIO must go beyond traditional expectations, driving innovation and aligning technology with business strategy to deliver measurable business value. To lead effectively, CIOs must bridge the gap between IT and business strategy. The role of the CIO has evolved.

Innovation 78

Innovation Strategy Weak Development Team Leadership 78

CIO

MARCH 13, 2025

The answer informs how you integrate innovation into your operations and balance competing priorities to drive long-term success. And then, they start moving in that direction while staying flexible enough to adapt as the market evolves. Innovate and explore Use technology to drive better outcomes and future-proof our business.

Company 186

Company Generative AI Insurance Education 186

CIO

OCTOBER 29, 2024

That’s great, because a strong IT environment is necessary to take advantage of the latest innovations and business opportunities. Rasmussen says the modernization process should begin by forming a strategy team and directing it to build the business case for why change is needed. “As Technology continues to advance at a furious pace.

Systems Review 209

Systems Review Technical Advisors System Technical Review 209

CIO

DECEMBER 3, 2024

For instance, our app is super sleek for such a small bank, relative to the market. I’m formulating a new technology strategy that is deeply connected to the business strategy. Our purpose doesn’t change in this new strategy: We exist to change the lives of our customers and communities, through financial well-being.

Banking 153

Banking Innovation Technology Strategy 153

CIO

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Here, we explore the key factors impeding IT modernization and provide recommendations to overcome them (with real-world illustrations of strategies). For instance, Capital One successfully transitioned from mainframe systems to a cloud-first strategy by gradually migrating critical applications to Amazon Web Services (AWS).

Weak Development Team 183

Weak Development Team Compliance Budget Culture 183

CIO

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

According to IDC’s Worldwide AI and Generative AI Spending Guide (August 2024) , the global AI market is expected to surge from US$235 billion in 2024 to US$632 billion by 2028. Tencent Cloud stands to benefit, particularly in APAC, where market size is predicted to grow from US$45.4 billion in 2024 to over US$110 billion by 2028.

Innovation 183

Innovation Marketing Azure Artificial Intelligence 183

CIO

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

To that end, Kristen Backeberg, Director of Global ISV Partner Marketing at AWS, and Val Henderson, President and CRO at Caylent, recently sat down to discuss maybe the most important consideration around adoption: How to tailor your generative AI strategy around clear goals that can drive your organization forward. It loses momentum.

Generative AI 195

Generative AI AWS Energy Innovation 195

CIO

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

In markets such as India, Brazil, and the United Arab Emirates, AI usage exceeds the levels in so-called mature markets. GenAI created tremendous interest, and is giving a boost to enterprise AI strategies, and promises to enable many business outcomes. In the UAE, 91% of consumers know GenAI and 34% use these technologies.

Technical Review 128

Technical Review Artificial Intelligence Artificial Inteligence Technology 128

CIO

JANUARY 15, 2025

In a global economy where innovators increasingly win big, too many enterprises are stymied by legacy application systems. Indeed, more than 80% of organisations agree that scaling GenAI solutions for business growth is a crucial consideration in modernisation strategies. [2] The solutionGenAIis also the beneficiary.

Generative AI 187

Generative AI Applications Artificial Inteligence Azure 187

CIO

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

We’ve broken up a large entity that required people to wait in line and put delivery people working on applications, business process improvement, and fintech innovation back in the hands of the business.” Rethinking IT structure serves as yet another catalyst for advancing tech-driven business strategy.

Security 202

Security Culture Weak Development Team Insurance 202

Crunchbase News

DECEMBER 19, 2024

By Rob Biederman As we turn the page into 2025, my colleagues and I at Asymmetric Capital Partners are optimistic for what the next year holds for growth and innovation. Simultaneously, we foresee the rise of vertical integration plays and those pursuing buy and build strategies for markets in need of technology streamlining.

Innovation 105

Innovation Technical Review Software Review Artificial Intelligence 105

CIO

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Many CEOs want to keep up with the market, including making the most of major IT advancements , while many CIOs may be focused on “keeping the lights on” by ensuring the organization’s existing technology is available and secure, says Edward Kipp, CIO at SDI Presence, an IT consulting and managed services provider.

Infrastructure 199

Infrastructure Technical Review Systems Review Survey 199

CIO

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

As businesses across the UAE embark on their digital journeys, AI has emerged as a key enabler, streamlining operations, enhancing decision-making, and fostering innovation. Andrew Murphy, CIO at Abu Dhabi Airports, another expert at the fireside chat, underscored the importance of AI in his company’s long-term strategy.

Business Transformation 167

Business Transformation Industry Generative AI ChatGPT 167

N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

These leaders are essential for driving innovation and maintaining a competitive edge. Staying abreast of emerging technologies and market dynamics is crucial for guiding organizations through transformation. Agile decision-making allows them to respond swiftly to challenges and pursue innovative solutions.

Technology 158

Technology Culture Leadership Network 158

N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Instead, it has evolved into an indispensable leadership position encompassing digital innovation, organizational change, and business model reinvention. Today, the digital chiefs portfolio extends to orchestrating data-driven strategies, leveraging cloud computing to scale innovation, and architecting robust cybersecurity protocols.

Technical Advisors 78

Technical Advisors Strategy Enterprise Culture 78

CIO

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Rather than wait for a storm to hit, IT professionals map out options and build strategies to ensure business continuity. Following Broadcom’s late 2023 acquisition of VMware, numerous changes prompted customers and partners to reassess their strategies. A few years ago, Gregg Lowe the CIO of Boyd Gaming Corp.,

Technical Review 187

Technical Review Systems Review Azure Games 187

CIO

OCTOBER 30, 2024

She is now CEO of 10Xresponsibletech, a consulting company focused on helping organizations design, integrate, and adopt business-aligned and responsible AI strategies. Now, we have to think about innovation as a way of really reshaping the world so that it works for everybody. Will it drive innovation? Will it mitigate risk?

Government 196

Government Innovation System Leadership 196